Dr. Rheaume grew up in Pueblo, attending South High School. He received his Bachelor of Science degree at Colorado State University-Pueblo. He went on to receive his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago. He completed his residency in podiatric medicine and surgery at the Veterans Administration Hospital and the University of Arizona Hospital and Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona.