From routine checkups to treatments for surgery, Dr. Brent R. Wendel is equipped to handle all your podiatric needs. To help you understand your options, we've included descriptions of some of our leading services on this page.
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Foot and Ankle Surgery
We are committed to provide the method of treatment that will allow for the greatest patient benefit. In some cases, this may mean surgery. We perform:
- Arthroscopy of the foot and ankle
- Bunion surgery
- Cyst and tumor surgery
- Endoscopy to relieve heel pain
- Reconstructive and functional surgery
- Removal of bone spurs
- Surgery for arthritic conditions
- Surgery for ingrown nails and warts
Hospital and Office Surgery
We maintain an office surgical suite where a number of procedures can be performed. When more extensive facilities are required, we are affiliated with Swedish Medical Center / Providence campus, Swedish Medical Center/ Main campus, Seattle Surgical Center, and Northwest Hospital.
Podiatric Sports Medicine
For weekend warriors, as well as seasoned athletes, we offer all of the services to keep you playing at your highest level. Whether it is a sprain, tendonitis, or biomechanical problem, we can help athletes regain their full activity. We provide the latest innovations in podiatric sports medicine including a gait analysis, orthotics to restore more normal mechanical function, shoe analysis and therapy, and rehabilitation programs.
Orthotic Therapy
From diabetic insoles to the most advanced custom orthotics, Puget Sound Foot & Ankle Center is the northwest’s premier center for complete orthotic therapy. To ensure our patients the most effective devices, we offer video gait analysis, complete biomechanical evaluation, and an on-site lab for adjustments.
Preventative Foot Care
Preventive foot care is an important element of good health for all ages. From children to senior citizens we provide comprehensive foot care to meet families’ changing needs throughout all stages of life. Our prevention and routine care programs include:
- Care of ingrown nails, infections, and skin conditions
- Debridement of nails, fungal nails, corns, and calluses
- Complete diabetic foot care and education
- Design and fit of custom orthotics
- Foot care consultation and education
Total Foot and Ankle Care
The feet and ankles are the foundation for the rest of the body. Problems with your feet or ankles can cause complication in your knees, hips, and back---and can alter the way you stand and walk. As highly trained and experienced physicians, we are committed to helping patients keep their feet and ankles healthy and to treating any conditions which may develop. We treat a full range of foot and ankle problems, from the smallest to the most complex, in patients of all ages, including:
- Heel and arch pain
- Sports injuries
- Joint pain and swelling
- Arthritic conditions
- Bone spurs
- Children’s foot problems
- Corns, calluses, and warts
- Fractures, sprains, and strains
- Hammertoes
- Bunions
- Biomechanical abnormalities
- Nail problems (ingrown and fungal)
- Diabetic feet
- Ankle and foot injuries