All our professionals at The Foot Health Center of Merrimack Valley, PC maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in podiatry.

Dr. Teresa Burtoft
Teresa Burtoft spent most of her formative years in North Carolina, where her family still resides. She attended Pittsburg State University in Kansas for her undergraduate degree and received her Doctorate from the College of Podiatric Medicine and Health Sciences located in Des Moines, Iowa. Her surgical residency in Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery was completed at The Cambridge Hospital in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Dr. Burtoft has extensive training in forefoot reconstruction. Her training included work with some of the leading Podiatric and Orthopedic surgeons around the Boston area.
Dr. Burtoft is Board Certified in Foot Surgery and is an Associate of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Dr. Burtoft continues her education by attending multiple conferences on new and innovative techniques to bring the most current and advance level of care to her patients. In addition, she is on staff at Lawrence General Hospital, Holy Family Hospital and The Andover Surgery Center.
Currently, Dr. Burtoft and her cats reside in the local area. Her interest includes outdoors activities/exercising and she is a golf fanatic.
Work Experience
- Podiatric Physician, Foot Health Center of Merrimack Valley, PC
Dr. Teresa Burtoft, North Andover, Massachusetts, Oct.2000-present - Podiatric Physician, Mass Assoc in Podiatry
Dr. Sandra Weakland, Concord, Massachusetts, July 1999-Oct. 2000 - Podiatric Surgical Resident (PSR-24)
The Cambridge Hospital, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 1997 - 1999 Harvard Medical School Affiliated Teaching Hospital. Extensive exposure to all aspects of forefoot and rearfoot surgery as well as activeparticipation in daily podiatry clinics. Additional training included rotations with plastic surgery, orthopedics, general/vascular surgery, emergency medicine and internal medicine.
Education
- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, May 1997
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University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Des Moines, Iowa
- CPMS Presidential Academic Scholarship
- Bachelor of Science, Medical Science, August 1995
- University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, Des Moines, Iowa
- Bachelor of Science Psychology, June 1993
- Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg, Kansas (1990 to 1993) Deans List, 1990 - 1993
Lectures and Publications:
- Avascular Necrosis of the First Metatarsal Following HAV Correction Presented at the Rhode Island Complications Conference in January, 1999
Licensure and Examinations:
- Massachusetts Podiatric License, August 1998
- National Boards Part I and 11
- PMLexis, June 1998
- ABPS Qualified, June 1999
- ABPS Certified, August 2005
Dr. Dalrymple
Christine Dalrymple
Christine Dalrymple, originally a native of Massachusetts, recently returned from the St. Louis area, where she successfully practiced Podiatry for six years. After many years of living in the Midwest, Dr. Dalrymple longed to be closer to family and decided to return home.
She began her education locally at Sacred Heart School in Lawrence. She then attended Dracut High School where she graduated in 1990. From there, she attended George Washington University in Washington D.C., where she obtained her Bachelor degree in Exercise Science. Dr. Dalrymple then received her Doctorate from Des Moines University in Des Moines Iowa. Following graduation, she attended her first year of Residency at the Veterans Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, where she obtained a solid background in medical and surgical management of diabetic foot complications and common Podiatric conditions. Dr. Dalrymple's second year of Residency was then completed at Roger Williams Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island where she developed strong surgical skills in elective procedures for bunions, hammertoe deformities, arthritic conditions, chronic plantar fasciitis, and painful flatfoot conditions.
Dr. Dalrymple is Board Certified in Foot Surgery and is an Associate of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Dr. Dalrymple continues her education by attending multiple conferences on new and innovative techniques to bring the most current and advance level of care to her patients. In addition, she is on staff at Lawrence General Hospital, Holy Family Hospital, and The Andover Surgery Center.
Dr. Dalrymple resides in the local area with her cat Paco. She is a National level Gymnastics Judge and is actively involved in the Gymnastics community. Her interests also include general fitness and Soduku puzzles.
Work Experience
- Podiatric Physician, Foot Health Center of Merrimack Valley, PC
North Andover, Massachusetts, Jan 2009 - present
- Clinical and Surgical Podiatrist, Missouri Foot Care Centers, Chesterfield, Missouri , June 2002 - Dec 2008
- Podiatric Surgical Resident (PSR-12) Roger Williams Hospital, Providence Rhode Island July 2001- June 2002
- Podiatric Orthopedic Residency (POR) Veterans Administration Hospital, Jamaica Plains, Massachusetts July 2000- June 2001
Education
●Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (2000) - Des Moines University
HONORS: PI DELTA
● Bachelor of Science (1995) - George Washington University
Licensure and Examinations:
- Massachusetts Podiatric License, December 2008
- Missouri Podiatric License, February 2002
- National Boards Part I and 11
- PMLexis, June 1998
- ABPS Qualified, June 1999
- ABPS Certified, August 2005
Professional Memberships
- American Podiatric Medical Association
- American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Denise Noone, Office Manager
Denise has been in the Podiatric field for 20 years and has accumulated vast experience in both the business and patient care aspects of medicine. Along with performing the duties of manager she continues to provide hands-on patient care as she manages the Diabetic Shoe Program.
Judy Wayland, Office Coordinator
Judy has been with our office for 10 years. She is our friendly greeter who coordinates the scheduling of our patients. As a patient, you will become very familiar with Judy as she will process your paperwork and schedule your appointments.
Diane Beauregard, Medical Assistant
Diane has been with our practice for the past 5 years. Diane is hands-on with patient care. She will bring you into the treatment room and will assist the doctors in your diagnostic processes and treatment regime.
Marj Masse, Business Manager
Marj is our behind the scenes manager and comes to us with 30 years of experience in the business world. The majority of her task are related to tracking the flow of business. She also coordinates contracts with insurance agencies, our supplier and equiment companies.
Anne Windhol
Anne works 1 day a week as our receptionist. She has been with us for 2 years. She is an athletic trainer and avid golfer.