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For many people with bunions, surgery is an appropriate option when non-surgical treatments have failed to provide adequate pain relief. Bunion surgery—generally referred to as a bunionectomy—is designed to remove the “bump” of the bone, correct the changes in the bony structure of the foot, and correct soft tissue changes that may also have occurred. … Read more

Bunions are a very common condition we treat.  There is a bump at the base of the big toe, which is an increase in the angle between the 1st and 2nd metatarsals.  The condition is caused by pressure against the great toe, pushing it at an angle towards the second toe.  It can often result … Read more

If you and your family live in West Seattle or Burien, quality foot and ankle medical and surgical care is not too far away. We serve individuals and families living in the West Seattle neighborhoods of Admiral, Alki, Fauntleroy, the Junction, and down to Burien.  It is easy to come Downtown for advanced care. We … Read more

If you and your family live in Shoreline, Lynnwood or any of the following North End communities, quality foot and ankle medical and surgical care is not too far away. We serve individuals and families living in the North End, including Shoreline, Edmonds, Mountlake Terrace, Lynnwood, Brier, Lake Forest Park.  Getting to our Downtown Seattle … Read more

If you and your family live in Bellevue, Mercer Island or any of the following Eastside communities, quality foot and ankle medical and surgical care is not too far away. We serve individuals and families living in the Eastside, including Mercer Island, Bellevue, Newcastle, Renton, Issaquah, Kirkland, Redmond, Kenmore, Bothell, Sammamish.  Many from throughout the … Read more

What is Arthritis? Arthritis, in general terms, is inflammation and swelling of the cartilage and lining of the joints, generally accompanied by an increase in the fluid in the joints. Arthritis has multiple causes; just as a sore throat may have its origin in a variety of diseases, so joint inflammation and arthritis are associated … Read more

Corns and calluses are very common and potentially painful and dangerous.  It is important to properly distinguish this from a wart, which is a viral infection.  The treatment is very different.  It is for the reasons above that it is important to seek podiatric medical treatment. Patients who have corns on their feet are often … Read more

The problems with the diabetic foot arises when sensation is diminished causing wounds, and a circulation system that may be poor and not bring enough blood, nutrients and fighting cells to cure an infection. Diabetic patients often develop foot conditions as a result of elevated glucose levels in the bloodstream. It can be common for … Read more

There are many types of arthritis that can affect the feet.  We work with other specialists such as your primary care physician and rheumatologists, as well as provide local foot and ankle care, to get the condition under control. The medical condition that is known as arthritis often causes pain and swelling in the joints … Read more

At-risk foot and ankle care is part of a continuum of limb preservation services, both in the office and in long-term care facilities such as skilled nursing, assisting living, memory care, adult family home, independent living. Podiatrists are fully licensed physicians and surgeons who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the foot, ankle, … Read more