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Dr. Nirenberg, one of our podiatrists, has participated in research, publication and education in regard to the human foot. Dr. Nirenberg is a Board Certified podiatric physician (ABMSP) and surgeon with over 30 years of experience in private practice.

He is also a forensic podiatrist and has assisted law enforcement in the analysis of footprints, footwear and gait (the way a person walks or runs). He is co-editor of the textbook “Forensic Gait Analysis: Principles and Practice” published by Taylor & Francis CRC Press. His forensic efforts have helped in criminal investigations. Currently, he is President of the American Society of Forensic Podiatry.

Current:

Foot & Ankle Podiatric Physician and Surgeon: Private Practice, Michael Nirenberg D.P.M., 1992-1995; Friendly Foot Care, P.C.

Distinctions:

Fellow, Association Extremity Nerve Surgeons, November 2018–Present

Board Certified in Primary Care in Podiatry and Foot & Ankle Surgery, American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry, 2006–Present

Editorial Board, Journal of American Podiatric Medical Association (forensic podiatry and nerve surgery), September 2022 – Present

Editorial Board, Science & Justice, November 2022 – Present

General Forensics Science and Practice Subcommittee, International Association for Identification, 2021 – Present

Affiliate, Video/Imaging Technology and Analysis Subcommittee, Chair of the Exploratory Task Group on Gait Analysis, Organization of Scientific Area Committees (OSAC) for Forensic Science, 2022 – Present.

Diplomate, American Board of Forensic Podiatry, April 2017–Present

President, American Society of Forensic Podiatry, June 1, 2019–Present

President-Elect, American Society of Forensic Podiatry, February 2016–May 2019

Board of Directors, American Society of Forensic Podiatry, 2006–January 2016

Forensic Podiatry Subcommittee, International Association for Identification, 2008, 2017, 2018.

Distinguished Podiatric Medical Writing Award, American Podiatric Medical Writers Association, May 1991

First Student Published in the Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association without a Physician-Coauthor, May 1989

Select Publications and Articles

Nirenberg, M.S., Ansert, E., Minetola, T.J., Esbenson, A.M., Samuel, A.L., Campbell, J. “Forensic measurement comparison of foot insole impressions,” Science & Justice, (online) 2024 March.
Segura, R.P., Nirenberg, M.S., “High Tibial Nerve Entrapment: a Common Component of Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome,” Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association (accepted 2/16/2023).
Ansert E., Nirenberg M.S., et al., “Ghosting Phenomenon in Static and Dynamic Footprints in India and the United States,” Science & Justice, 2023 May, 65(3);406-413.
Nirenberg M.S., “Gait: How Video of a Criminal Can Acquit of Convict” Criminal Justice magazine, American Bar Association, 2023 Spring 38 (01):14-21
Nirenberg, M., Segura, R.P., “The Utility of the Tinel Sign in the Diagnosis of High Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome,” Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association (accepted 05/09/2023)
Nirenberg, M., Segura, R., Segura, A., Schnack, L., Forsthoefel, C., Dachman, C., “Electrophysiological Evidence of Concomitant Focal Nerve Entrapments in Persons with Rheumatoid Arthritis: a Cross-Sectional Study,” Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association (accepted 1/17/2023)
Nirenberg M.S., “Footwear-to-Feet Examination and Analysis: Comparing Worn Footwear to Persons and Human Remains,” Science & Justice (accepted 11/11/2022).Nirenberg M.S., Birch I., Cuddyer J. “An Introduction to Forensic Gait Analysis,” Identification News, International Association for Identification, 2022, Oct/Nov/Dec;52(4):6.
Segura, R.P., Nirenberg, M.S., “Prevalence of Obesity in High Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Study,” Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association (accepted 7/26/2022).
Nirenberg, M., “Hallux Valgus Surgery: A Technique to Assist with Soft-Tissue Correction,” Orthopaedic Journal at Harvard Medical School (accepted 4/15/2022).
Nirenberg, M., Requena L.C., Garriga C., Smith, G., McClain S., “Histopathology of Persistent COVID Toe: A Case Report,” Journal of Cutaneous Pathology, April, 2022
Nirenberg, M.S. “Complex Regional Pain Syndrome of the Foot and Ankle: Treatment at the Early Onset with an Anesthetic Ankle Block” Pain Medicine Case Reports (2021), Vol. 5, Number 7, 373-77.
Nirenberg M.S., Ansert E., Reel S., “Reliability of a two-dimensional sock-clad footprint linear measurement method,” Science & Justice 2021 Sep 1:61(5):649-56.
Nirenberg, M.S. with Pradeep A. “Commentary on Chronic Madura foot: mycetoma and/or Actinomyces spp or actinomycosis” [by Gannass, A.A., BMJ Case Rep 2018] Foot & Ankle Quarterly. Summer 2021, 32(2), 81-83.
Nirenberg, M.S. “Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and the Importance of Early Diagnosis,” Orthopaedic Nursing. July/August 2021, 40(4), 204-208.
Nirenberg, M.S. “Injection of the Abductor Hallucis Muscle Assists with the Diagnosis and Treatment of Distal Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome,” Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association (accepted 4/14/2021).
Nirenberg, M.S. “Commentary on Pernio-Like Skin Lesions Associated with COVID-19: A Case Series of 318 Patients from Eight Countries” [article by Freeman, E.E., McMahon, D.E., Lipoff, J.B., et al. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2020 Aug;83(2):486-492.] Foot & Ankle Quarterly (accepted 12/2020).
Nirenberg, M.S., Ansert E., “Saphenous Nerve Denervation for Chronic Pain After Compartment Syndrome of the Foot: A Case Report,” Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association 111, no. 5 (Sep 2021).
Mukhra R., Krishan K., Nirenberg M., et al. “The Contact Area of Static and Dynamic Footprints – Forensic Implications,” Science & Justice (accepted October 2020)
Nirenberg, M.S., Mar Ruiz Herrera, M. “Foot Manifestations in a Patient with COVID-19 and Epstein-Barr Virus: a Case Study,” The Foot, 2021, 46, 101707.
Nirenberg M.S., Ansert E., Campbell K., Curran M., “Chasing Ghosts: An Investigation of the Ghosting Phenomenon in Footprints,” Science & Justice 2020 Sep;60(5):432-7.
Nirenberg, M.S., Mar Ruiz Herrera, M. “Foot Manifestations in a COVID-19 Positive Patient: A Case Study,” Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association May 4, 2020.
Nirenberg, M.S. “A Simple Test to Assist with the Diagnosis of Common Fibular Nerve Entrapment and Predict Outcomes of Surgical Decompression” Acta Neurochirurgica (The European Journal of Neurosurgery), Online April 23, 2020.
Birch I., Nirenberg M., Vernon W,, Birch M., editors, “Forensic Gait Analysis: Principles and Practice textbook,” CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group (2020).
Nirenberg, M.S., Ansert, E. “Vascular Assessment of the Foot Surgery Patient” Orthopaedic Nursing. March/April 2020, 39 (2), 114-118.
Nirenberg, M.S. “Black Bone Disease of the Foot: A Case Study of Minocycline-Induced Bone Pigmentation,” Current Orthopaedic Practice, September/October 2019; 30(5): 487-9
Nirenberg M.S., Ansert E., Campbell K., Curran M., “Forensic Implications of Foot Arch Index Comparison between Dynamic Bare Footprints and Shoe Insole Foot Impressions,” Science & Justice, 2020 Jul:60(4):375-80.
Mukhra R, Krishan K, Nirenberg MS, Ansert E, Kanchan T (2020). Comparative analysis of static and dynamic bare footprint dimensions in a north Indian population,” Forensic Science International, 2020 Mar 1: 308: p. 110169.
Nirenberg M.S., Ansert E., Krishan K., Kanchan T. “Two-Dimensional Metric Comparisons between Dynamic Bare Footprints and Insole Foot Impressions – Forensic Implications,” Science & Justice, 2020, 60 (2), pp. 145-150.
Nirenberg, M.S., Saxelby, J., Vernon, R., Vernon W., “The Application of Forensic Podiatry to Clinical Practice,” Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association. 2020, 110 (2):Article_9.
Nirenberg, M.S. “Midfoot Plantar Fascia Tear Mimicking Plantar Fibroma,” The Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association, Jan 2019, 109 (1), 87-90.
Nirenberg, M.S., Ansert, E., Krishan, K. and Kanchan, T., (accepted 2019) “Two-dimensional linear analysis of dynamic bare footprints: A comparison of measurement techniques,” Science & Justice, 2019, Vol. 59, Issue 5, pp. 552-557.
Nirenberg, M.S., Ansert, E., Krishan, K. and Kanchan, T., “Two-dimensional metric comparisons between dynamic bare and sock-clad footprints for its forensic implications–A pilot study,”Science & Justice, 2019, Vol. 59, Issue 1, pp. 46-51.
Nirenberg M., Vernon W., Birch I., “A review of the historical use and criticisms of gait analysis evidence,” Science & Justice, 2018, Vol 58, Issue 4, pp. 292-298.
Nirenberg, MS, Krishan K., Kanchan T. “A metric study of insole foot impressions in footwear of identical twins,” Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine, 2017; 52:116-121.
Nirenberg, M.S. “Frye Test and Daubert Standard” In DiMaggio J.A. & Vernon W. Forensic Podiatry: Principles and Methods (2nd ), 2017, Boca Raton: CRC Press.
Nirenberg M.S., “Meeting a Forensic Podiatry Admissibility Challenge: A Daubert Case Study,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, 2016, 61: 833–841.
Nirenberg M.S., “Avoiding Missteps With Foot and Ankle Injuries,” Workers’ Compensation, June/July 2015, Vol. 1, No. 3, pp. 38-40.
Nirenberg M.S., “Book Review: Forensic Podiatry: Principles and Methods,” Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association, May 2014.
Nirenberg, M.S., “Author’s Response to Letter: New Method for Examining the Inside of Footwear,” Journal of Forensic Identification, Vol. 59, Number 6, 2009.
Vernon W, Brodie, DiMaggio, Gunn, Kelly, Nirenberg, Reel, Walker, “Forensic podiatry: role and scope of practice,” International Association for Identification, April 2009.
Nirenberg M.S., “New Method of Examining the Inside of Footwear,” Journal of Forensic Identification, June 2008, Vol. 58, Number 3, pp. 297-304.
Nirenberg, M.S., Carroll M., “Atypical Gout in the Foot Secondary to Primary Hyperparathyroidism,” Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Assoc., May 2007.
Leavitt K.M., Nirenberg, M.S., Wood, B. and Yong, R.M., “Titanium Hemi-Great Toe Implant: A Preliminary Study of Its Efficacy,” The Journal of Foot Surgery, May 1991.
Nirenberg, M.S., “Forensic Methods and the Podiatric Physician,” The Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association, May 1989.

Select Lectures and Presentations

Nirenberg, M., “Footprint Analysis: A Forensic Podiatry Approach,” Thomas College, Waterville, ME [via web], April 17, 2024.
Nirenberg, M. “Common Foot Problems,” Northwest Indiana Parkinson’s Annual Educational Symposium, Highland, IN, April 13, 2024.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Gait Analysis: Real-World Practice and Application,” (via web) 2023 LEVA Digital Multimedia Evidence Training Symposium, Portland, ME, Oct. 23, 2023.
Kuntz S., Baker E., Birch I., Nirenberg M.S.*, “Forensic Gait Analysis: The Benefits of Interdisciplinary Collaboration,” (*speaker; via web) 2023 LEVA Digital Multimedia Evidence Training Symposium, Portland, ME, Oct. 23, 2023.
Nirenberg M.S., “Diabetic Neuropathy: What Patients Can’t Feel Can Hurt Them,” Midwest Podiatry Conference, ASPMA agenda, Chicago, IL, March 6, 2023 (Invited Speaker)
.Nirenberg, M.S., “Forensic Podiatry: How Gait, Footwear and Footprints Can Assist in Criminal Justice,” Indiana Prosecuting Attorneys Council Winter Conference, December 4, 2023 (Invited Speaker).
Nirenberg, M.S.,* Krishan K, “The Analysis of Feet, Footprints, and Gait—How Principles of Forensic Podiatry Assist in Criminal Investigations” (*speaker), American Academy of Forensic Sciences Annual Scientific Conference, Orlando, FL, February 2023
Nirenberg M.S., Segura, R.P., “High Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: An Association with Obesity,” (update) Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons Annual Symposium, Fort Worth, TX, November 6, 2022.
Nirenberg M.S, “Complex Regional Pain Syndrome: Early Intervention Shows Benefit,” (update) Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons Annual Symposium, Fort Worth, TX, November 6, 2022.
Nirenberg M., “Connecting Feet to Footwear: Scientific Foundations, Analysis and a Case Study,” International Association for Identification conference, Omaha, NB, August 2022.
Nirenberg M.S, “Achilles Tendon Rupture: Diagnosis and Management,” Ontario Society of Chiropodists 35^th Anniversary Conf. (virtual), Toronto, Canada, May 8, 2021.
Nirenberg M.S, “Overlooked Nerve Problems as a Cause of Foot & Ankle Pain,” Ontario Society of Chiropodists 35^th Anniversary Conference (virtual), Toronto, Canada, May 8, 2021.
Nirenberg M., Vernon W., “Shoe Wear Analysis: A Case Study Showing the Need for Appropriate Expertise and Evidence-Based Practice,” International Association for Identification, Nashville, TN, August 2021
Vernon W., Nirenberg M., “Forensic Gait Analysis: A Case Study of Multiple Criminals with Complex and Unusual Gait Issues,” International Association for Identification, Nashville, TN, August 2021
Nirenberg M.S, “The Forensic Analysis of Gait and Pedal Evidence: Case Studies and Clinical Applications,” Ontario Society of Chiropodists 35^th Anniversary Conference (virtual), Toronto, Canada, May 8, 2021
Nirenberg M., “Management of Lower Extremity Nerve Problems,” Galilee Medical Center, Nahariya, Israel (webinar), February 9, 2021.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Analysis of Footprints: History, Scientific Foundations and Case Examples,” Investigation of the Crime Scene: Forensic Analysis of Footprints education program, Higher Center for Criminological Studies, Valladolid, Spain (virtual), February to July, 2021.
Nirenberg M., “A Simple Method to Diagnose & Treat Myofascial-Related Nerve Entrapments,” Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons Annual Symposium, Tempe, AZ (virtual), November 7, 2020.
Nirenberg M., “Simple Measures to Reduce Serious Foot and Ankle Complications,” Indiana Podiatric Medical Association’s 94th Annual Fall Convention, Indianapolis, IN, October 12, 2019. (Invited Speaker)
Nirenberg M., “Inflight Emergency: A Podiatrist’s Experience Treating an Unresponsive Passenger,” Indiana Podiatric Medical Association’s 94th Annual Fall Convention, Indianapolis, IN, October 12, 2019. (Invited Speaker)
Nirenberg M., “Bare Versus Sock-Clad Footprint Analysis: Lessons Learned from Casework and Research,” International Association for Identification, Reno, NV, August 2019.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Gait Analysis: the Basics of Interpreting Gait Evidence,” International Association for Identification, Reno, NV, August 2019.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Podiatry Analysis of Foot and Gait Evidence,” College of Podiatric Medicine, Kent State University [webinar], Independence, OH, April 15, 2019.
Nirenberg M., “Principles of Pedal Evidence,” Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine [webinar], Philadelphia, PA, November 27, 2018.
Nirenberg M., “Podiatric Medicine in Health and Legal Matters,” State Farm Insurance, Litigation Counsel, Crown Point, IN, April 24, 2018.
Nirenberg M., “Linking Feet to Shoes: Lessons from a Case Study and Adult Twin Research,” International Association for Identification, San Antonio, TX, August 2018.
Nirenberg M., “Accuracy in Forensic Gait Analysis: An Illustrative Case Study,” International Association for Identification, San Antonio, TX, August 2018.
Birch, I., Nirenberg M., “Forensic Gait Analysis for Video Analysts: Basic Concepts and a Case Study,” International Association for Identification, San Antonio, TX, August 2018.
Birch, I., Nirenberg M., “Forensic Gait Analysis: Questions Raised and Answers Given,” International Association for Identification, San Antonio, TX, August 2018.
Nirenberg M., “Podiatric Analysis of Crime Scene Footprints,” California College of Podiatric Medicine [webinar], Oakland, CA, January 26, 2018.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Gait Analysis: What Every Video Analyst Needs to Know,” Law Enforcement & Emergency Services Video Association’s 28th annual Digital Multimedia Evidence Training Symposium, Clearwater, FL, October 2017.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Examination of Footprints,” Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine [webinar], Philadelphia, PA, October 4, 2017
Nirenberg M., “Footprints in Court: Meeting a Daubert Challenge,” International Association for Identification Educational Conference, Atlanta, GA, August 2017.
Combs, L., Nirenberg, M., Weatherly, L., “Lower Extremity Injuries and Malpractice: Identifying False or Exaggerated Claims,” Claims Litigation Management & Business Insurance Workers’ Compensation Conference, Chicago, IL, May 24, 2017.
Nirenberg M., “Footprint Analysis: A Homicide Case Study,” American Society of Forensic Podiatry [webinar], March 28, 2017.
Nirenberg M., “Footwear Analysis in Criminal Investigations,” Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine [webinar], Miami Shores, FL, March 14, 2017.
Krishan K.*, DiMaggio J., Nirenberg, M., “Analyzing Bare Footprints in Criminal Cases — Interpreting a Large-Scale Footprint Study in India,” (* presenting), American Academy of Forensic Sciences Annual Meeting, New Orleans LA, February 2017.
Nirenberg M., “How Podiatry Principles Can Assist in the Forensic Analysis of Gait, Footwear and Footprints,” Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine [webinar], Miami Shores, FL, May 24, 2016.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Podiatry — How Gait, Footwear, and Footprints Convict Criminals,” American Academy of Forensic Sciences Scientific Meeting, Las Vegas, NV, February 2016.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Podiatry Analysis of Footprints: A Case Study in Identifying a Killer,” Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Sciences, North Chicago, IL, January 2016.
Nirenberg M., “Footprint Workshop: Basic Forensic Podiatry Principles of Footprint Interpretation,” Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Sciences, North Chicago IL, January, 2016.
Nirenberg M., “Scientific Principles of Using Gait, Shoes & Footprints to Convict Criminals,” Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Sciences, North Chicago, IL, 2015.
Nirenberg, M, Minhas, H., “Workplace Foot & Ankle Injuries: Diagnosis, Treatment and Return to Work,” Indiana Workers Compensation Institute, Merrillville IN, June 2015.
Nirenberg M., “Footprint and Footwear Analysis for State Police,” Indiana State Police, Lowell, IN, April 21, 2015.
Nirenberg M., “Principles of Foot-Related Evidence for Attorneys,” Lake County Prosecutor’s Office, Hobart, IN, April 8, 2015.
·Nirenberg M., “Footprint Evidence Principles for Crime Scene Technicians,” Northwest Indiana Law Enforcement Personnel, Munster IN, Feb. 2015.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Podiatry: How Footprints, Footwear and Gait Can Convict Criminals,” Lincoln-Way High School, Frankfort IL, October 4, 2013
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Podiatry: What Criminal Justice Students Should Know About Foot-Related Evidence,” Indiana University Northwest, Gary IN, March, 2011
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Podiatry: The Basics of Footprint and Shoe Forensics,” Purdue University, Hammond IN, November 2011.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Podiatry: An Introduction to Footprints, Feet and Footwear for Undergraduate Students,” Valparaiso University, IN, November 9, 2010.
Nirenberg M., “Foot and Ankle Problems: An Introduction for Salon Professionals,” Crown College of Cosmetology, Crown Point, April 2010; Don Roberts Cosmetology School, Schererville, August 2010.
Nirenberg M., Lacey, M., “Foot & Ankle Pain,” Arthritis and You seminar, Arthritis Foundation of Greater Chicago, St. Anthony Medical Center, Crown Point, IN, October 10, 2009
Nirenberg M., “Podiatric Medicine,” Indiana University Northwest, Nov. 17, 2009.
Nirenberg M., “Diabetes and Foot Health,” Methodist Hospital, Gary, IN, July, 2008.
Nirenberg M., “Breakthrough Treatments for Arthritis in the Feet,” Arthritis Foundation of Greater Chicago, May 1, 2008.
Nirenberg M., “Foot and Ankle Problems: An Introduction for Salon Professionals,” Excel Academy of Cosmetology, November 15, 2007.
Nirenberg M., “Nerve Problems & Neuropathy of the Foot and Ankle,” St. Mary Medical Center, Merrillville, IN, June 2006.
Nirenberg M., “The Latest Treatments for Foot & Ankle Pain,” Arthritis Foundation of Chicago, 2005.
Nirenberg M., “Diagnostic Ultrasound of the Foot & Ankle,” Podiatric Surgical Residency, Merrillville, IN, September 2004.
Nirenberg, M., “New Techniques to Treat Foot & Ankle Pain,” Arthritis Foundation of Chicago, 2004.
Nirenberg, M., Williams B, “Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis: A Case Study and Literature Review,” Indiana Podiatric Medical Association Convention, October 20, 1992.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Podiatry: Footprint & Footwear Analysis for Law Enforcement,” Northwest Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, Hobart, IN, April 2008.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Podiatry: How Feet Can Convict Criminals,” Indiana Podiatric Medical Association, Indianapolis, IN, September 20, 2008.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Podiatry: The Newest IAI Discipline,” International Association for Identification International Conference, Louisville KY, August 2008.
Nirenberg M., “The Value of Footwear and Footprints in Forensic Science,” Footprints & Shoeprints Forensic Seminar, Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Independence OH, June 2008. (Invited Speaker)
Nirenberg M., “Footwear Forensics: Sizing and Fiber Optic Analysis,” Footprints & Shoeprints Seminar, Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Independence OH, June 2008 (Invited Speaker)
Forman M., Vernon W., Wasowicz M., Kennedy R., Nirenberg M., “Case Applications,” Footprints & Shoeprints Seminar, Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Independence OH, June 2008. (Invited Speaker)
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Podiatry: Essentials of Footprint and Footwear Evidence for Law Enforcement,” Northwest Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, Hobart, April 2008.
Nirenberg M., “CSI Podiatry: What Podiatrists Need to Know to Help Law Enforcement,” Midwest Podiatry Conference, Chicago IL, March 30, 2008.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Podiatry: Information on Feet, Footprints and Footwear for Law Enforcement,” The Indiana Intelligence Fusion Center, a division of the Department of Homeland Security, December 11, 2007.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Podiatry: What Law Enforcement Should Know About Footprint and Footwear Evidence,” Lake County Detectives, Lake County IN, September 2007.
Nirenberg M., “Forensic Podiatry – What Investigators Need To Know About Footwear and Footprints,” Indiana Division of the International Association for Identification Educational Conference Evansville IN, October 2007. (Featured Speaker).

Select Media

Good News Network – “Foot Doctor Saves Passenger’s Life by Following His Instincts and Ignoring Orders From the Ground,” McKinley Corbley, online August 19, 2019.
A&E TV Real Crime blog interviewed Dr. Nirenberg on the value of foot evidence in “What’s a ‘Shoe Autopsy’? A Forensic Podiatrist Explains the Value of Foot Evidence in Solving Crimes,” by Adam Janos, July 27, 2018.
ABC News (Nashville) reported on Dr. Nirenberg’s use of forensic gait analysis to help identify an armed robber, which led to an arrest. The segment “Violent Tennessee Robbery Solved by Foot Doctor; 3 Arrested” was by Stephanie Langston and aired February 7, 2018.
NWI Times newspaper reported on Dr. Nirenberg’s forensic analysis of a bloody footprint in “Local doctor helps net Wisconsin murder conviction,” by Elvia Malagon, January 9, 2015.
The Virginian-Pilot newspaper interviewed Dr. Nirenberg in “Detectives Turn to Podiatry to Help Solve Murder Case,” by Scott Daugherty August 9, 2014.
WBBM News Radio Chicago – reporter Veronica Carter interviewed Dr. Nirenberg about foot problems and footwear. The segment aired September 13,
Get Healthy Magazine interviewed and quoted Dr. Nirenberg on his recommendations for preventive foot care in “Proper Foot Care Can Prevent Disease,” by Chris Bryant, April 2013.
NBC News website interviewed and quoted Dr. Nirenberg on how feet and toes can reveal medical and health problems throughout the entire body in “This Little Piggy Went to Medical School,” by Bill Briggs April 2011.
The Canadian Medical Association Journal interviewed and quoted Dr. Nirenberg on how orthotics treat foot pain in “Orthotics Work in Mysterious Ways,” by R. Collier, March 8, 2011
Lance Armstrong’s LiveStrong.com interviewed Dr. Nirenberg about rheumatoid arthritis in feet in “An Exercise for Ankle Locks from Rheumatoid Arthritis,” by K. Wonderly, Nov. 2010.
The Wall Street Journal interviewed and quoted Dr. Nirenberg on the risks of cosmetic foot surgery in “Toe the Line: Doctors Fight Cosmetic Foot Surgery,” by M. Beck, July 27, 2010.
Northwest Indiana Times Newspaper featured Dr. Nirenberg on educating pedicurists about foot problems, such as cancer, in “Can a pedicure save your life? Podiatrist, Pedicurists Unite to Catch Foot Problems, Cancer Early,” Erika Rose, March 2010.
The Indianapolis Recorder interviewed and quoted Dr. Nirenberg on gout in “Gout becomes more common in Blacks,” by Tashaundra Golden, July 22, 2010.
Fox News (Chicago) interviewed Dr. Nirenberg on Forensic Podiatry and featured him in a news story (aired April 29, 2008).
Vim & Vigor Magazine featured Dr. Nirenberg in regard to his diagnosis of a patient’s foot pain being caused by a rare tumor in the neck, in “From Doctors to Detectives,” Winter, 2007.

Select Specialized Training

“SPR Education Course (SPRINT Percutaneous Nerve Stimulation),” A. Abd-Elsayed, M. Aman, D. Dickerson, M. Huntoon, Downers Grove, IL, January 21, 2023.
“Advance Nerve Repair, Stim Update & Open Dissection,” Association for Extremity Nerve Surgeons, Fort Worth, TX, November 4, 2022.
“Lapiplasty Advanced Skills Course,” Lapidplasty Symposium, Chicago, Oct. 16, 2021.
“Lapiplasty Bioskills Training Course,” Merrillville, IN, July 21, 2023.
“Advanced Peripheral Nerve Course,” Association for Extremity Nerve Surgeons, Kennebunkport, ME, May 3-4, 2019.
“Fundamental Peripheral Nerve Surgery Course,” Association for Extremity Nerve Surgeons, New Orleans, LA, November 7-9, 2018.
“GraMedica Didactic & Hands-on Training Course,” Michael Graham, GraMedica, Macomb, MI, September 13, 2018.
“Peripheral Nerve Intro Skills Lab – Diagnostics, Tarsal Tunnel & Nerve Repair,” Rader, Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons, Chicago IL, April 1, 2018.
“Opioid Prescribing: Legal & Social Implications, Risks and Rewards,” Mary Medical Center Continuing Medical Education, Hobart IN, April 14, 2018.
“Completion of HyProCure Online Physician Training,” Graham International Implant Institute, Macomb, MI, accessed October 2017.
“Laser Science & Safety,” American National Standard for the safe use of lasers in Health Care Facilities, Laser Training Institute, Broadwest Specialty Surgical Center, April 2014.
“Responsible Prescribing – Redefining the Standards of Care” – (live webinar) Julie Reed, JD, General Counsel, Mike Rinebold, Director of Government Relations, Indiana State Medical Association, accessed November 30, 2013.
“Walk With Ease” Leader Training, Arthritis Foundation, Atlanta, accessed Oct. 2013.
“Dermal Regeneration Products Physician Training Program,” Integra LifeSciences, Crown Point, IN, May, 4, 2006.
“Lower Extremity Peripheral Nerve Surgery: Advanced Workshop,” Lee Dellon, Institute for Peripheral Nerve Surgery, Baltimore, MD, April 2005.
“Neurosensory & Motor Testing Certified Administrator,” Sensory Management Services, Baltimore, MD, April 2005
“Practical Application & Diagnostic Theory in Podiatric Ultrasound,” Lin, Esaote PIE Medical, Indianapolis, IN, August 2004.
“OssaTron Physician Training for Plantar Fasciitis,” Roy Brown, September 6, 2001.
“Subtalar Maxwell-Brancheau Arthroereisis Surgical Procedure Training Certification,” Pflieger Galt, KMI, March 31, 2000.
“Comprehensive Training Seminar on Vascular Procedures using Cynosure Laser System,” A. Giergerich, Cynosure, February 2000.
“Arthroscopy of the Foot and Ankle Course,” W. Kelley, Chicago, IL, April 15-17, 1994.

Forensic Podiatry

“Alternate Light Sources in Forensic Photography and Imaging Workshop,” D. Doglietto, M. Hullihan, International Association for Identification Conference, Omaha, NB, August, 2022.
“Chemical Use to Enhance and Detect Bloodstains Workshop,” Plotkin, International Association for Identification Conference, Omaha, NB, August 2022.
“Wear Examination on Shoe Prints Workshop,” John Vanderkolk, International Association for Identification Conference, Reno, NV, August 2019.
“Photographic Comparison workshop,” Meline and W. Bruehs, 103rd International Association for Identification Conference, August 2018.
International Association for Identification 2015-2018 Annual Conference.
“Forensic Gait Analysis workshops,” Birch (2018), S. Reidy, I. Birch (2017), I. Birch (2016), W. Vernon, I. Birch (2015), International Association for Identification Conference.
“Photoshop Forensic Video Analysis Workflow: A Comprehensive Workshop,” Reis, Law Enforcement & Emergency Services Video Assoc., Clearwater, FL, Oct. 2017.
“Comparison of Plantar Friction Ridge Impressions workshop,” Stimac, International Association Annual Conference, August 2017.
“Introduction to the Human Foot in Forensic Evaluation: Foot structure, function and barefoot analysis workshop,” David Agoada and Steven Wachter, International Association for Identification Conference, August 2016.
“Basic Reverse Projection Photogrammetry workshop,” Kimberly Meline and Walter Bruehs, International Association for Identification Conference, August 2016.
“Forensic Imaging Techniques Course,” George Reis, Law Enforcement & Emergency Services Video Association, September 2016.
“Forensic Gait Analysis Training,” G. Burrow, online, May 2015, June 2016.
“Documentation and Recovery of 2D Footwear Impression Evidence Workshop,” Jason Cole, International Association for Identification Conference, August 2015.
“A Study of the Comparison of Inked Barefoot Impressions to Barefoot Impressions Inside the Shoe” Hammer, Impression and Pattern Evidence Symposium 2012, accessed online February 2015.
“Foot Morphology Standards” Shelly Massey, Impression and Pattern Evidence Symposium 2012, accessed online February 2015.
“Barefoot Comparison and Impressions in Footwear” Shelly Massey, Impression and Pattern Evidence Symposium 2012, accessed online 2/2015.
“Forensic Podiatry Instructional Program,” Podiatry Management, accessed online, Feb., 2015.
“Footprints & Shoeprints Forensic Seminar,” Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Cleveland, OH, 2008.
“Detection, Recovery & Examination of Footwear Impression Evidence,” William Bodziak, Bodziak Forensics, Jacksonville, FL, 2007.
“Examination & Comparison of Footwear Evidence,” Dwane Hilderbrand, Ron Smith & Associates, Largo, FL, 2007.
“Footwear & Tire Track Evidence,” Michael Wasowicz, Imprimus Forensic Services, Glenview, IL, 2007.

Other Roles

Forensic Gait Analysis Case Verification (multiple cases) 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024.
Invited peer reviewer journal article submission, The Lancet, July 2020.
Invited peer reviewer journal article submissions, Journal of Forensic Science and Medicine, June 2022, May 2023, Feb. 2024, April 2024.
Invited peer reviewer journal article submission, The Foot, April 2024.
Invited peer reviewer journal article submissions, Current Orthopaedic Practice, October 2019, March 2020, June 2020, October 2020, December 2020, April 2021, April 2022, Nov. 2023, Feb. 2024.
Invited peer reviewer journal article submission, Forensic Science International, February 2020.
Invited peer reviewer journal article submission, Annals of the Brazilian Academy of Sciences, March 2024.
nvited peer reviewer journal article submission, Forensic Sciences International: Reports, October 2023.
Invited peer reviewer journal article submission, Congenital Anomalies, April 2023.
Invited peer reviewer journal article submission, The Science of Nature, Jan. 11, 2023; Jan. 28, 2023; April 2023.
Invited peer reviewer journal article submissions, SM J of Forensic Research and Criminology, November 2023, April 2024.
Invited peer reviewer journal article submission, Forensic Sciences Review, August 2023.
Invited peer reviewer journal article submission, Annals of the Brazilian Academy of Sciences, March 2024.
Invited peer reviewer journal article submission, Journal of Fractures and Sprains, March 2024.
Research Participant, study investigated the overlay method for in-shoe foot impression comparison. N. Howsam, University of Huddersfield, UK, May 2019.
Utilization Review Committee, Pinnacle Hospital, Merrillville, IN, 2018 – 2024.
Peer review of journal article submission, American Podiatric Medical Association, May 2017.
Quality Committee, Pinnacle Hospital, Merrillville, IN, 2016 – 2024.
Infection Control Committee, Pinnacle Hospital, Merrillville, IN 2016 – 2024.
Podiatric Physician Student Mentor, American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine, 2008–2018
Podiatric “Seal of Approval” Committee Member, American Podiatric Medical Association, 2008 –
Assisted in surgical training of podiatry residents, Mary Medical Center & MHC Surgery Center Podiatric Surgical Residency, 1992 – 2007.
“Arthritis Foundation ‘Walk With Ease’ Class Instructor,” Munster Park District, Munster, IN, 2013.

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