IF YOU HAVE A PAINFUL NEUROMA in your foot. This one is for you!…read more TLDR:: Dr Usman is Seriously Amazing. Extremely comprehensive and did not rush AT ALL. The wait and the 4 hour drive to see him was WELL worth it. My story; For more than two years, I lived with constant pain from a Morton's neuroma. What started as occasional discomfort gradually became something that affected nearly every part of my life. Simple things most people take for granted became difficult. Walking my dog, standing in the kitchen to cook dinner, shopping, traveling, and even getting through a workday were painful. At night, I would often lie awake because of the burning, tingling, and electric shock sensations shooting through my foot. I honestly felt hopeless. I constantly googled, ChatGPT, researched on line and did so much. Over the years, I saw multiple doctors (1 sports medicine MD, 1 orthopedic doctor and one podiatrist l) and tried just about everything that was recommended. I went through custom orthotics, physical therapy, shoe modifications, several cortisone injections, and alcohol sclerosing injections. While some treatments provided temporary relief, the pain always returned and returned with a vengeance! Eventually, I was told by my local doctor that surgical nerve removal was likely my next option. The idea of surgery, recovery time, and the possibility that it still might not solve the problem left me feeling extremely discouraged. That's when I searched and emailed Dr Usman (used the main email which his staff forwarded to his direct email). He replied so quickly to me even though I was not an official patient of his! I immediately scheduled an appointment with Dr. Usman. From my first visit, I felt that my concerns were genuinely being heard. Dr. Usman took the time to review my history, explain why previous treatments may not have worked, and discuss all available options. One treatment we discussed was cryosurgery (cryoablation), a minimally invasive procedure designed to treat my painful nerves by using extremely cold temperatures. After a few weeks later, I was cleared for the procedure and the procedure itself was so much easier than I expected. It was performed in his extremely clean and Beautiful office. During the procedure at several points he made me felt very comfortable and checked up on me and explained in detail what he was doing. He made a very small pin point entry point in my foot and did cryosurgery for my neuroma! I had no large incisions or stitches. I was able to walk out of the office afterward wearing a comfortable surgical shoe. About 1 week after the cryoabalation of my neuroma, I woke up, stepped on the ground with my bare feet and I had ZERO pain. For the first time! The pain that had controlled my life for years finally began to improve. Today, about 6 weeks later, I am back to doing the activities I had given up. I can walk longer distances, enjoy social events, and spend time with family without constantly thinking about my foot. The sharp burning, walking on a rock pebble and electrical sensations that once dominated my day are no longer part of my everyday life. No treatment is right for every patient, and everyone's results are different. However, if you have been struggling with Morton's neuroma, have tried multiple conservative treatments, or have been told surgery is your only remaining option, it may be worth learning more about cryosurgery/cryoabalation and discussing whether it is appropriate for your situation. I only write this review to help those out there still struggling like I was. For me, finding Dr. Usman and Michigan Avenue Podiatry Clinic was a turning point. After years of frustration, I finally found relief and was able to get back to living my life. If you're on the fence about seeing Dr Usman for your foot problems. I would highly encourage you to see him. Best Podiatrist in Chicago and beyond!

After 5 months they were unable to make 2 pairs of identical orthotics after 3 attempts and refused…read moreto refund my purchase. I had to deny the charge with my credit card provider. They are extremely frustrating to work with and have no sense of urgency. Would not recommend them.

100 percent scam that doesn't stand by their 90 day return policy. Went for necessary adjustments…read more Every time they still wanted to keep adjusting. Actually became more painful to wear.

Get advice from your foot doctor before purchasing anything there …read more The cost is outrageous. Do research before going there

Thanks to a gnarly injury a few years ago, my feet can get pretty jacked up. I've seen PTs and…read moreorthos over the years but finally decided to see a podiatrist to get some straight-up answers. I really enjoyed working with Dr. Young. She was very warm and I felt welcome immediately. She took the time to really listen to me and understand all my problems, large and small. She gave me answers for things that I have been trying to get answers to for years, and reassured me that things are getting better. I appreciated how thorough she was, even taking some quick xrays to confirm her thinking. She gave me a good list of insoles, shoe brands, and physical therapists she recommends so I can have much happier feet going forward. I can already tell the difference!

I worked with Dr. Young on an issue that had been affected me for over a year with no progress…read more However, after meeting with Dr. Young she was able to diagnose where the issue was starting and point me into the right direction. I know have a clear path and would not be in this position without her help. Additionally, even after she had given me a referral she kept in touch to ensure my progress was moving ahead. Cannot recommend her more!! Genuinly wish I had seen her sooner

Very attractive and informative with the latest technology and treatments. Went above and beyond in…read moreexplaining my issues with drop foot with my Multiple Sclerosis. Exceeded my expectations. Great service.

Scheduling an appointment was easy & the office staff were clear & professional in terms of what…read morewas needed from me, the patient. I worked w/ Devin S. who was not only knowledgeable, but creative as well in terms of providing a "fix" for making a new AFO that sits on the outside !!!! of the shoe wearable with my sandals. Devin is great!

I've been going to the location on Maple Street for a minor problem. Today they had new forms to…read moresign, and one of them was consent for care. Included in the consent for care was a statement "we use AI to transcribe verbal communication between you and your provider." There is no way to opt out, and they won't see you unless you sign it. If the people in charge had done any research or reading about AI transcriptions, they would know AI often mangles transcriptions from meetings. It gets confused about who is who, and changes sentences to the opposite of what was said. This gets worse when people have strong accents, and is hopeless when people are switching between languages- such as English to Spanish. Also, while I was waiting for my provider I could clearly hear people talking in the hall and in other rooms. So in this location, AI would probably bring words from other conversations into the transcript. I refused to sign it, and the receptionist asked her manager. It ended up that the doctor assured me she would always ask and never turn on the AI without my permission. They also made a note in my chart and when I signed it, I wrote "No AI scribe" above my signature. The thing that bothers me most is the attitude of the people in charge. It would be one thing if they were doing this with, say, a restaurant order, where the worst consequences would only be inconvenient. To take chances like this with medical care - where it's only a matter of time until there's a big problem, injuries, and a lawsuit - is clueless and arrogant. Although I like my doctor and I'm only going for a minor problem, I might rethink going there at all.

I've had better. Nice people, but expensive and Dr. Baker wasn't knowledgable enough to solve my…read moreproblem. I came in for new orthotics. Been wearing customs for years and my last pair was amazing, just worn out from another provider. Dr. Baker recommended an orthotic, ordered it, overcharged me, didn't trim the orthotics properly causing me pain, and should have known better. Orthotics cannot be too big. If they are, it can push the entire orthotic forward causing pain in the heel, ball and entire body. Dr Baker should have known this. Find somewhere else to be treated.

I'm so happy that I came across Lincoln Foot and Ankle Center when I was experiencing toe pain. Dr…read more Heidi Hoffman is amazing! I searched throughout my insurance network and this was the one podiatrist office that didn't complicate getting an appointment. I was able to get an appointment with only a short wait time. The office is located in a convenient location, it's right off Lincoln Ave and a block off Damen. There is a train stop, Irving Park, not to far from the office and several buses run near the office. It was easy to get to the office. During my visit I was paired with Dr. Heidi Hoffman, she is amazing! I arrived a few minutes before they opened and Dr. Heidi Hoffman allowed me to come in so I didn't have to wait outside. She was friendly and very educational. As I mentioned above, I came into the office for toe pain that was making it hard to use shoes. She listened to my issue and quickly noticed what could be causing the pain. She was able to give me a instant short-term pain relief and gathered whatever was needed for additional tests. She was also able to help me understand more things about my foot. After the appointment, I was updated roughly a week later about the results of the test and given instructions on how to deal with the continuous toe trauma that she discovered. It's been a few months and my toe barely aches when I put on shoes. I can press on the toe that had the issue and it doesn't hurt. It was the complete opposite a few short months ago. I would highly recommend coming to Lincoln Foot and Ankle Center for all of your needs.

I have terrible foot pain during my maternity leave. I saw a foot doctor who had me in and out in…read more15 minutes, gave me no care plan or follow up steps. Then a few days later called to say he ran my insurance and xyz is what would be covered for custom orthotics and asked when could I come in for measurements. It felt shady so I decided to go somewhere else. Then I went to Dr. Hoffman. She spent a lot of time with me. She took x-rays and went over them with me. We talked about my foot shape and what I should be looking for in a shoe. She recommended going to Fleet Feet for a (free) foot measurement and shoe consultation. She then made a conservative plan of treatment (better shoes, stretches, PT) that could be elevated to custom orthotics if this doesn't work. She diagnosed a nerve issue that can only really be treated by PT/form change while exercising (aka not orthotics). She was encouraging of PT ASAP because as I've had a baby this year...I've already hit my insurance out of pocket max. It's a small thing but just made me feel confident that she was looking out for my best interests. She also gave me personal anecdotes about her own experience with plantar fasciitis as it related to my own case that made me feel hopeful and like I won't be in pain forever. I really value feeling "cared for" by the medical professionals I see, and this is what I got from Dr. Hoffman.

I have seen Scott Torrpey first for orthotics and now for orthotics and specially made shoes. Scott…read moreprepares great orthotics and is willing to work on making sure they fit your feet or foot as is my case now. Not too many people fit you with specially made shoes. With the increase of the podiatrist preparing the simpler orthotics Scott's business has changed. If you need specialized footwear, you should see Scott.

for far superior custom orthotics scott is your go to guy even custom modifications to your work…read moreshoes or casual shoes your feet will THANK YOU! . I used scott for many years and for a time tried to use orthotists in my area but, my feet know what's the Best best for them so even though I live in the northern Il./southern wisconsin area it worth the drive for quality and craftsmanship that you won't find anywhere else i have returned here for good and my feet thank me so will yours!!

I went to the location at Rush hospital needing a walking boot for narrow feet issues and made more…read morecomfortable. Georg and Christine were amazing dealing with my insurance issues and fit needs.. Thank you

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This place is extremely dirty and nasty inside!!! IT took me…read more1&1/2 hour wait and had to call the front desk 5 times tonight just to get someone finally came to my room to get me a cup of rice only since the caller was not working at all??!!! Some CNAs are just lazy and not professionally trained well that when I need them to come and clean my poops bucket, they did not want to rinse the poops bucket, instead they just empty it by dumping the poops into the toilet bowl without at least rinse the dirty and smelly bucket first, and the black female CNAs just put a plastic bag as a liner over the bucket???!!! Very disgusting and unsanitized behavior and unprofessional with an attitude when you ask her to do the right way of cleaning the bucket, she gave me the excuse of saying she is not a maid??!! I was so shocked, trust me even if I need a maid that I wouldn't even consider her as an candidate!!! Oh. NO, NEVER!!!! The food here is very disgusting and nasty most of the times!!! I have to get ordered food from outside, from restaurants or from home!!! I would took them an hour to come to response to you calls to clean my poops bucket!!! They just acted like ghost fading away for a long time and came back with excuses of they were changing shifts that kinds of nonsense all the times!!!

Hi I called and asked Tasha what are the requirements to be admitted she didn't know what they are,…read morethen she left me holding on for so long I hung up and called back then she hung up on me after explaining that the person who could explain it better wasn't there that's when she said hold on and hung up on me her demeanor was not demure she needs to be reprimanded I will not refer my love one to this facility with Tasha front desk clerk giving a rude + bad attitude at least have some Info for the person or people on the end of the phone go above and beyond to help cusummers thank you