I went here for a chronic ingrown toenail. I had previously had a partial nail removal twice by two different primary physicians. It was extremely painful both of those times and it came back. I saw Dr. Karen Rouw at CMFA and the procedure was quicker, pain free, and it healed much quicker. All of the staff were also very friendly. read more

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Initial visit after surgery felt "rushed"- 3 weeks after surgery stitches were hastily removed, 4 weeks later I found a 1/2" piece imbedded in my toe causing an infection. 6 weeks after surgery I had foot unwrapped again to remove rods to correct hammer toes. This was also done hastily, the dr opted to just grab my toes with his fingers and pull them out, versus using a sterilized tool. ( this was after touching keyboards and iPad that another physician is on during all appointments. I was not given after care instructions, I was not told what I needed to do to continue with the healing process, I was not told how long to expect anything- or when I may be able to wear a shoe. An appointment was made for 2 Months from my 2nd visit. There was no recommendation of physical therapy, stretching, nothing... no word when I may anticipate to return to work... just nothing. I have severe swelling and discoloration accompanied by severe burning and pain on the top of the foot up into the leg. I had a positive experience over 17 years ago with the opposite foot, but this has been a nightmare. I have never felt more like a $$$$, then a human. I was recommended to purchase a compression sleeve that is 47 dollars in office. It can be purchased for 6 dollars at a pharmacy. I was told I needed a hammer to strap to hold toe in place after surgery... that was $36 dollars in office, and can be found at pharmacy or online for 6 dollars. I was "recommended" a CBD cream for pain that was in the realm of $130 in office. I didn't bother with this product. I also was recommended a foot soak that is over $100 in office. I got the same thing online for $15. I also was required to get a plasm flow machine. That was $200 in office. Online they are about the same- be aware - your insurance WILL NOT cover this either. read more

If you have more than a very simple foot problem, don't waste her time. She wanted me to go to about four different clinics before she'd even tell me what she would do for me. If I'm THAT sick, put me in a home! She might be good for a hang nail, or whatever the other reviewer had, but I felt she was very condescending, and wanted me to do a lot of extra "steps" for any type of "treatment plan." read more

I had been suffering bunion pain in my left foot for years before seeing Dr. K Rouw. She was so kind and knowledgeable and although I knew surgery was inevitable she helped me manage my pain until I was ready to schedule the surgery. She performed my bunion surgery and it helped so much that she shared her experience for having the exact same surgery a few years prior. During the post operative recovery I had a really hard time and she was patient and supportive but also very honest and realistic about my goals for recovery. She referred me to a great team of physical therapists so I could get back to chasing my kids and working. I know that I will have to have my right foot corrected at some point and I will go back to her when that time comes. read more