Dr. Al Kline

Dr. Kline completed his undergraduate studies with a Bachelors degree in Chemistry from Texas A&M University with a minor in Biology.He also holds an associate degree in Health Science Education.He received his Doctorate degree from Temple University of Philadelphia (formerly the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine) graduating in 1992.He completed residency training in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery from John Peter Smith Hospital in Ft. Worth, Texas in 1994.

Dr. Al Kline specializes in reconstructive foot surgery, sports medicine, sports injuries, diabetic foot care, limb salvage, infectious disease, dermatological disorders of the foot, arthritic conditions of the foot and all aspects of foot care.He has been recognized for his work in the area of reconstructive foot surgery.

Dr. Kline has authored over 30 articles and is creator of Podiatry Internet Communications (PICOMM).PICOMM is an internet project started in 2006 to help distribute general and scholarly podiatry information through the internet.His other internet projects include The Foot Blog and The Foot & Ankle Journal.Dr. Kline has also been a special invite member of the Professional Section of the American Diabetes Associates and listed in the Who's Who section of Diabetes Treatment, Education & Research.

Dr. Al Kline has been active in the area of sports medicine serving as medical personnel in the National Track and Field Championships.Dr. Kline was an avid runner competing in two Marathons and numerous other road races . After turning 40, Dr. Al Kline no longer competes in races, but still enjoys an occasional run.Dr. Kline now enjoys playing golf . He often travels and plays local and out of town golf tournaments.

Dr. Kline founded Podiatry Associates of Corpus Christi in 1994.He is now in private practice.He serves as podiatry staff to Corpus Christi Medical Center, Christus Spohn Health Systems and is partnered with United Surgical Partners and Corpus Christi Surgery Center of South Texas.He is married with four children.

In 1999, Dr. Al Kline, along with other physicians in the Corpus Christi area, opened CCOS or the Corpus Christi Out-patient Surgery Center.Specializing in ambulatory out-patient surgery, the surgery center has become one of the nicest and most productive out-patient facility in South Texas.

Now United Surgical Partners Limited, the surgery center is the primary place Dr. Kline performs his out-patient surgeries.The staff is focused on patient comfort and satisfaction.

Most patients who go through the center express satisfaction and efficiency many times not seen in out-patient hospital settings.

Columbia Health Care Facilities

Dr. Kline has been on active staff with the Columbia Health Care System since 1994.Our practice is affiliated with primarily the Doctors Regional Medical Center and Bay Area facilities.
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Dr. Kline has also been on active staff with the Spohn Christus Health care System since 1994.Our practice is affiliated with primarily the Spohn Shoreline and Spohn South facilities.

In 1999, Dr. Al Kline, along with others physicians in the Corpus Christi area, opened CCOS or the Corpus Christi Surgery Center.Specializing in ambulatory outpatient surgery, the surgery center has become one of the nicest and most productive outpatient facility in South Texas.

Now United Surgical Partners Limited, the surgery center is the primary place Dr. Kline performs his outpatient surgeries.The staff is focused on patient comfort and satisfaction.

Most patients who go through the center express satisfaction and efficiency many times not seen in outpatient hospital settings. CCOS opened its doors in 1999. Columbia Health Care Facilities Dr. Kline has been on active staff with the Columbia Health Care System since 1992.Our practice is affiliated with primarily the Doctors Regional Medical Center and Bay Area facilities.
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Dr. Kline has also been on active staff with the Spohn Christus Health care System since 1992.Our practice is affiliated with primarily the Spohn Shoreline and Spohn South facilities.