Esther Kwon

Esther Kwon serves as an Assistant Professor at Samuel Merritt University, affiliated with the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine program (1020CC). Her academic role focuses on podiatric medical education within the university's healthcare disciplines.

Her research and teaching interests center on clinical podiatric medicine, with emphasis on diabetic foot complications, reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, biomechanical orthotics, and advanced wound healing techniques. These specializations directly inform her curriculum development for podiatric medical students, addressing critical gaps in lower-extremity care for diabetic populations.

Dr. Kwon's professional activities are concentrated within the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine program, where she shapes future podiatric physicians through specialized coursework in the 1020CC curriculum stream. Her clinical expertise supports comprehensive training in podiatric surgical interventions and non-invasive management strategies.