Varun Gujral, DPM
Board-certified podiatrist Varun Gujral, DPM, brings over 15 years of experience in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, diabetic wound care, and sports medicine to Affiliated Foot & Ankle Care, with offices in Edison, Monroe, and Monmouth Junction, New Jersey.
Dr. Gujral was born in New Delhi and raised in Staten Island, New York. He began his professional education at Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in biology. Dr. Gujral then enrolled at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City, where he received his doctorate in podiatry, graduating near the top of his class.
After medical school, Dr. Gujral moved to Pittsburgh for a primary podiatric medical residency at West Penn Hospital. He later completed a residency in foot and ankle surgery at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, Ohio.
Since entering private practice, Dr. Gujral has continued to build upon his professional knowledge and expertise. He’s a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and New Jersey Podiatric Medical Society. Dr. Gujral is board-certified in foot surgery and wound care, and takes great pride in providing attentive, one-on-one care for all of his clients.
When he isn’t seeing patients, Dr. Gujral enjoys spending time with his wife, Eva, and their three children. Dr. Gujral loves the great outdoors, particularly skiing, fishing, and kayaking.
Dr. Gujral is accepting new patients and welcomes anyone seeking foot or ankle care to visit one of Affiliated Foot & Ankle Care’s three convenient New Jersey locations.
Nrupa Shah, DPM
Experienced podiatrist Nrupa Shah, DPM, specializes in the treatment of pediatric foot deformities, sprains and fractures, and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery at Affiliated Foot & Ankle Care, with offices in Edison, Monroe, and Monmouth Junction, New Jersey.
Dr. Shah was born in Gujarat, India, and raised in Central Jersey. After graduating from Linden High School, in Linden, New Jersey, she stayed in state to begin her professional education at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Madison, New Jersey, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in biology.
After she discovered her passion for human anatomy, Dr. Shah decided to pursue a postgraduate degree and enrolled in the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City. After earning her doctorate in podiatry, she moved to Hoboken, New Jersey, to complete a podiatric medicine and surgery residency at Hoboken University Medical Center. She served as chief resident in the department of podiatric surgery from July 2011 to June 2012.
Dr. Shah is passionate about honing her skills and podiatry knowledge and maintains membership in a variety of professional organizations. She’s a proud member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, New Jersey Podiatric Medical Society, and American Academy of Podiatric Practice Management. Dr. Shah has also completed courses in forefoot and rearfoot arthrodesis, external fixation, and foot and ankle arthroscopy.
Outside of the office, Dr. Shah volunteers at local cultural community services and spends time with her husband and family.
Dr. Shah is accepting new patients and welcomes anyone seeking foot or ankle care to visit one of Affiliated Foot & Ankle Care’s three convenient New Jersey locations.
Cindel Harris, DPM
Cindel Harris, DPM, is a podiatric surgeon who specializes in forefoot and rearfoot reconstruction as well as non-operative management of the foot and ankle. Dr. Harris’ academic journey began at the University of Missouri Kansas City, where she earned a Bachelor’s in Arts in Chemistry with a minor in Biology and Spanish. During her time there, Dr. Harris made significant contributions to research, publishing a paper titled, “Photocatalytic Hydrogen Generation from Pure Water using Silicon Carbide Nanoparticles.”
She continued her academic career and pursued her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM) and actively participated in the American Academy of Podiatric Practice Management (AAPPM) student chapter. Through her medical studies, she received an award for American Podiatric Medical Students’ Basketball Tournament MVP for dedication and excellence.
She completed her podiatric surgical residency at Mount Sinai South Nassau. Dr. Harris strives to ensure that each patient receives compassionate care and tailors their needs to obtain the utmost relief. Lastly, Dr. Harris keeps a balanced life outside of my podiatry endeavors with current hobbies such as drawing, mixed martial arts, dancing, and yoga.