Our younger son had an abundance of plantar's warts that just wouldn't go away. Dr. Warheit was…read morekind, gentle, and thorough. Even though it was a pretty uncomfortable experience having the plantar's warts treated, my son never complained about the appointments- Dr. Warheit's great personality and gentle work made it much less awful than it could have been. Our whole family has now been to Dr. Warheit for orthotics... and I've seen Dr. Warheit for my Plantar Fasciitis issues... and we all think he's the best podiatrist in the NW suburbs (and we've been to many!)

Dr. Smielewski provided excellent care for a variety of podiatric conditions…read more We covered nail care, diabetic (neuropathy) problems and possibilities plus several general questions and all were answered and explained in a professional and compassionate manner. The overall experience was very positive.

My experience with this practice was that the office staff was friendly from the beginning. My…read moreappointment was on time. The nurse was professional and friendly. X-rays were done. Doctor V took his time to assess me and explain treatment and answer my questions. He fit me with an ankle splint. I didn't feel rushed. I felt thaty I was well taken care of in a friendly and professional way and I would recommend this office, staff and Dr V.

I went there to get two ingrown toenails out and the checking in process was smooth. From…read morereceptionist to nurse to Dr. Christopher Cklamovski it was a welcoming vibe. Very appreciative of the thoroughness and explanations during the procedures and making sure I was comfortable. Definitely recommend and will be back for all foot and ankle inquiries!

Wonderful doctor and very sweet man. He took care of my mothers feet for years and years... My…read morementally handicapped brother had two ingrown big toenails that he did not tell us about. By time we got him to Dr. Petrich he was in pretty bad shape. The doctor treated him so compassionately and really made him feel at ease. He took both big toenails off in a matter of minutes with no pain to my brother at all. We are so very grateful for his care. The office is very friendly as well. I would not hesitate to bring myself or my loved ones here.

Dr. Lyon was absolutely wonderful. From the moment I met her, she was calm, knowledgeable, and…read morereassuring, which immediately put me at ease. She took the time to explain the procedure and answer my questions, and I always felt like I was in capable and caring hands. Having a procedure can be stressful, but Dr. Lyon made me feel comfortable and confident throughout the entire experience. I truly appreciated her professionalism, compassion, and the way she made me feel like I was more than just another patient. I would highly recommend Dr. Lyon to anyone looking for an excellent and caring podiatrist.

Dr. Lyon and her team are outstanding. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and at ease…read more Dr. Lyon truly listened to my concerns, explained everything clearly, and offered personalized treatment options. Her knowledge, patience, and compassion made a big difference--I felt genuinely cared for, not just as a patient, but as a person. I've had cortisone shots before and they've always hurt, but this time was different. Her calm, gentle approach made it nearly painless. The office is clean, modern, and well-run, and the entire staff is friendly, prompt, and attentive. It's clear they care about both quality care and patient comfort. If you're looking for a podiatrist who combines skill with kindness and respect, I highly recommend Dr. Lyon. My feet--and I--are truly grateful. Five stars isn't enough! By the way... I saw Dr. Lyon in her Elgin office.

My story sounds similar to most but I couldn't be happier with my results! Dr. Sklar team performed…read morea bilateral bunionectomy and toe shortening on my feet and toes two weeks apart. After both procedures I walked out without any pain, crutches or issues. Everyone I met (from the receptionist, nurses, doctors, etc) were all very professional and friendly, although Samantha Sklar was my favorite! I had no insurance issues as I was told up front what my insurance covered and what portion I would have to pay depending on my deductible. I would highly recommend Foot First to anyone needing a bunionectomy or any type of toe shortening surgery. 4-22-19 Update: For those that have asked, it's been three years later and I am still happy with my results and the surgery. Every years that goes by my feet look prettier and prettier. The only complication was me having to go back to get one my screws removed on one foot bc it was bothering me. The screen in my other foot is still in place.

Dr. Samantha did a wonderful job on my toe straightening…read more The staff is great. Highly recommend them.

This has been a very confusing and disappointing experience with Dr. McKanna's office…read more I went to him with severe plantar fasciitis and inflammation in my heel that made it almost impossible to walk. After several discouraging visits with other doctors, I had nearly given up on finding real help. My daughter encouraged me to try again, and we found Dr. McKanna. At first, I was genuinely impressed. He seemed caring, knowledgeable, and truly interested in solving the problem rather than just treating symptoms. The steroid injection he gave was painful but effective, and I appreciated that he connected possible back issues to my foot pain and ordered an MRI. For the first time, I felt hopeful that I had found a doctor who cared. Unfortunately, that hope quickly faded. I scheduled a Saturday appointment to go over my MRI results, confirmed the time, and drove over an hour to his office--only to find it closed. When I called, the staff told me Dr. McKanna was at his other office that day. As a new patient, I had never been told he had more than one location. I offered to drive to the other office, but was told he was busy and leaving early. They said he would call me at 1:00 p.m. He called at 1:30, but I missed the call due to poor signal. I immediately called back and left a message asking for a return call. I never heard back. I followed up again on Monday, calling multiple times to ask for my MRI results--still no response. At this point, I'm left with an unread MRI disc and no guidance from the doctor or his staff. It's very frustrating to go from feeling hopeful to feeling completely ignored. I want to believe this isn't a reflection of Dr. McKanna himself--he seemed like a good, caring doctor--but the communication and follow-up from his office have been deeply disappointing. If you go to Dr. McKanna, make sure to confirm which office your appointment is at and be prepared for possible issues with communication. I sincerely hope he sees this review and takes steps to improve how patients are treated and followed up with.

#1...never take negative reviews seriously. Those who love to slam are generally unhappy in life. I…read morepersonally fear having anyone touch my feet. Starting with the office, the building has stairs AND a ramp. Tada. The whole interior of what I saw was modern and clean. The staff prior to the doctor were very pleasant and felt like I was talking to a daughter. When Dr. Schlund came in, being the honest guy (and retired Massage Therapist) we chatted very briefly about lousy reviews. I did most of the talking. She was extremely pleasant to talk with. She has a great sense of humour. Being in the field for almost 40 years (I don't know how that can be after all as Jack Benny said...he was 39), she reminds me of the good ole days of non political correctness BUT as a professional, I know she can read a client and adjust. As I did with my clients when I worked, we talked about extensively about my medical history, and she hit the nail on the head of one of the most obvious cause for my condition. I brought up about removing the nail and she concurred it is an option after giving it a couple of months of treatment (nothing expensive). I have given thought to removing all my nails. What do we need them for anyway now? We don't climb trees or hold our food with our feet. That may be a bit extreme. We laughed, and joked. As when I was a therapist I was told thousands of times I was the best not only from Americans, but from world travelers. So, I am highly qualified to say, this IS a doctor you want if you live in the area of Itasca. Ignore the naysayers there are so many of them. Just imagine, if they can complain about a foot situation, what will they scream about after open heart surgery?

Miracle workers. I found this business on my healthcare provider website after dealing with level…read more10 pain in my big toe joint. Called in the morning after experiencing my 5th day of foot pain in the joint of my big toe. They got me in at 1pm same day. Super nice efficient staff. Filled out the forms in my phone. Went in got X-rays on my foot to check for breaks or a sprain. X-ray looked good. I was diagnosed with gout by Dr Khan. Prescribed steriod and acid reducer. Got a handicap form to take to the DMV and blood test order to check levels of uric acid. Got my blood work inside the hospital. Went across the street to Walgreens to get my prescription. 6 hours later my pain level went down to 10% of what it was. Writing this review next morning and I have zero pain. This was the best experience from start to finish as far as dealing with a medical issue and I'm going to be 50 this July so I have had plenty of experiences. Highly recommend and the office is inside the hospital and free valet parking is available. Photos are before and after seeing the doctor. The after is the very next morning.

Dr. Halihan and his staff were great from day one! I highly recommend him after a recent bunion…read moresurgery. My foot feels great and I hardly felt any pain during the healing process. The Dr. is very kind and spends a lot of time with you. He went over all options with me and I'm very glad I decided to go with the surgery. My bunion pain is gone and I can wear all different types of shoes again!!

Dr. Mary Olszewski is incredible. As an active 50-something, I waited too long to address my foot…read moreissues. She quickly earned my trust, diagnosed the problem, and created a non-surgical plan that worked. I now see her yearly for preventive care. If you want a doctor who understands that healing goes beyond the injury and reaches the whole person, Dr. Mary is exactly who you are looking for. Joe Cal

Dr mary olszewski amazing doctor my experience was good I recommend good job dr mary and office…read morestaff so humble and friendly