Members: Midwestern Region

Dr. Jeffrey R. Baker, DPM
Weil Foot & Ankle Institute
939 W North Avenue, Suite 610
Chicago, IL 60642
P: 847-390-7666 | F: 847-390-9345

Education/Fellowships

DPM - Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine/Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine 2000
Residency:  St. Mary Hospital, Hoboken, NJ 2000-2003
Fellowship:  Weil Foot & Ankle Institute 2003-2004
Fellow of the America College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Fellow of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine

Practice

Emphasis of clinical practice on Foot & Ankle Trauma and Podiatric Sports Medicine.  Former College Soccer Player with special area of interest with soccer related injuries of the foot and ankle.  Co-Podiatry Lead for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon

Dale S. Brink, DPM
Performance Foot & Ankle Centers
Heritage Center
401 East 162nd St. Suite 101
South Holland, IL 60473
P: 708-596-3757
F: 708-596-3779
www.performancefootandankle.com

Education/Affiliations
Graduate, Dr. William Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine; Diplomate, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Fellow, American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine; Board certified, Foot and Ankle Surgery, American Board of Podiatric Surgery, Master Surgeon Foot and Ankle Course (ACFAS Scientific Conference 2008)

Practice
Our team of podiatric specialists and staff strive to improve the overall health of our patients by focusing on preventing, diagnosing and treating conditions associated with your feet.

Michael J. Chin, DPM, FACFAS
ABFAS Certified
Co-Lead Podiatry Section for the Chicago Marathon
The Running Institute - 111 N. Wabash Avenue, Suite 1919 Chicago, IL 60602
Windy City Foot & Ankle Physicians, LLC - 12 Salt Creek Lane, Suite 300 Hinsdale, IL 60521
P: 866-696-7988
F: 312-977-0425
TheRunningInstitute.com

Education:
DPM - Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine Class of 1999
Residency - DVAMC Palo Alto/Stanford University Medical Centers and Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Fellow of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine
Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Co-Lead Podiatry Section at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon

Practice:
Dr. Chin emphasizes the importance of returning athletes safely to their sport. He offers conservative and surgical options along with therapies that are getting to the root cause versus just symptomatic relief.

Gary J. Friend, DPM
2501 Compass Rd.
Suite 120
Glenview, IL 60026
(847) 729-9580
www.nspodiatry.com

Education/Affiliations
Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine
Residency-Northlake Hospital, Northlake, IL

Practice
Our practice is composed of seven podiatric physicians who treat conditions of the foot and ankle medically and surgically in adults and children. We have a particular interest in the special needs of athletes and active sports participants.

John F. Grady, DPM
4650 Southwest Highway
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 424-3201

Professor of Biomechanics and Surgery, Dr. William M. Scholl College of podiatric medicine at Rosalind Franklin University,(adjunct track); Director, Foot and Ankle Institute of Illinois; Director, Foot And Ankle Institute for research (FAIR); Former director for 30 years of Podiatric residencies, Jesse Brown VAMC; Currently the residency director of the new Podiatric residency program at Advocate Christ Medical Center and Advocate Children's hospital; Scientific chairman, Midwest Podiatry conference for 20 years.  Received APMA award of excellence, 2010.   Made Lifetime Honorary member of Gesellschaft fürFußchirgirie-und Sprunggelenkchirurgie (Society of German Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeons) in 2014- first American Surgeon to receive this honor. Lectured in 15 countries and 41 states on foot and ankle surgery. 

Jaclyn Schumann, DPM

P. Tanner Shaffer, DPM

Julia Sinclair, DPM

Bruce Williams, DPM - Fellow
1707 N 76th Ct
Elmwood Park, IL 60707
Phone: (219) 510-3847

Education/Affiliations
Past President and Fellow of American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine;
Diplomate American Board of Podiatric Surgery;
Graduate of Dr. William M. Scholl College 1991:
Attended Valparaiso University for Pre-Med 1984-1987;
Member American Podiatric Medical Association and Indiana Podiatric Medical Association;
Member Gait and Clinical Movement Analysis Society;
Member of American Society of Biomechanics

Practice
A world-renown expert on podiatric medicine, Dr. Williams is Board Certified and specializes in harnessing the power of biomechanics and advanced medical technology to challenge convention and deliver breakthrough results.

Patrick A. DeHeer, DPM
FFPM RCPS (Glasg), FACFAS, FASPS, FACFAP, FAAPSM

7412 Rockville Road
Indianapolis, IN 46214

14641 Thatcher Ln Suite 13
Carmel, IN 46032

P: 888-499-5249
P: 317-271-0041
F: 317-271-0148

Education:

Fellowship Foot & Ankle Arthroscopy – Richard O. Lundeen, DPM 1991 – 1992
Winona Memorial Hospital (Midwest Medical Center), Indianapolis, Indiana - 1990 - 1991
Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, Chicago, Illinois - 1986 - 1990

Practice:

Dr. Patrick A. DeHeer is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon with more than three decades of experience caring for athletes of all ages and skill levels. His practice emphasizes sports medicine, minimally invasive surgery, and advanced reconstructive techniques designed to restore function and get patients back to activity as quickly and safely as possible.

As Residency Director at Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis, Dr. DeHeer has trained countless young surgeons in both operative and non-operative management of sports-related injuries, including ankle instability, tendon disorders, progressive collapsing foot deformity, and overuse syndromes common in running and court sports. He has performed thousands of foot and ankle surgeries and is a recognized leader in procedures such as SERI osteotomy for hallux valgus, gastrocnemius recession for equinus, and joint-preserving techniques that protect long-term mobility.

Beyond the operating room, Dr. DeHeer has been deeply engaged in advancing podiatric sports medicine through education, research, and leadership. He lectures nationally and internationally on biomechanics, injury prevention, and surgical innovation, and has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications. His clinical philosophy centers on treating the underlying cause of injury—not just the symptoms—to deliver consistent outcomes for athletes, whether weekend warriors or professionals.

Dr. DeHeer also brings a unique global perspective, having led medical missions providing foot and ankle surgery in underserved communities worldwide. His combination of surgical expertise, dedication to sports performance, and passion for teaching reflects his lifelong commitment to advancing the field of podiatric sports medicine.

8025 Grand Avenue

West Des Moines

1097 Fox Hill Place, SW

Paul R. Langer, DPM
4010 W 65th Street
Edina, MN 55435

phone: 952-456-7000
fax: 952-456-7001

Education/Affiliations
Graduate, Des Moines University; Group Practice, Minnesota Orthopaedic Specialists, P.A., Board Certified, American Board of Podiatric Orthopaedics & Primary Podiatric Medicine; Fellow, American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine; member- American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons; American Podiatric Medical Association, American Medical Athletic Association, American College of Sports Medicine

Practice
Proudly offered a full spectrum of medical care, devoted to the diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of injuries and conditions that affect the body's muscles, joints and bones.

Paul D. Coffin, D.P.M.
110 E. 39th Street
South Sioux City, NE   68776
402-412-3338
402-412-3668
www.drpcoffin.com

Education/Affiliations
Graduate, New York College of Podiatric Medicine;
Residency, Washington D.C. VA Medical Center;
Member, American Podiatric Medical Association,
Iowa Podiatric Medical Society;
Fellow, American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine

Practice
Dr. Coffin limits his practice to biomechanics and the manufacture of custom orthotics for athletes and others.  He works extensively with therapists who practice postural restoration physical therapy.

Marshfield Clinic
9601 Townline Rd

1233 N. Mayfair Rd. Suite 304

Milwaukee