General Practitioners

• Warts
• Arthritis
• Plantar Fasciitis
• Primary Care
  Dr. Fine is board certified in both Primary Care in Podiatric Medicine and Podiatric Surgery by the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry. He is a surgical instructor in the Podiatric Residency Program of Kansas City and is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, as well as the Missouri Podiatric Medical Association.
• Diabetic Foot Care

Endocrinologist

• Diabetes Care

Surgeons

• Orthopedics
• Bunions
  For the most part, bunions require no medical treatment. However, if you are experiencing one or more of the following, a podiatrist can help alleviate your symptoms.

Dermatologists

• Corns
  Corns tend to be smaller than calluses and are the hard center is surrounded by irritated skin. While corns can be found on the bottom of the foot where pressure is usually applied, it is more common that you find corns on the tops and sides of your toes and even between your toes. When pressure is applied, corns can cause significant pain and discomfort.
• Calluses
  While most plantar warts are not a major health concern, it is advised you see a doctor to have the warts examined and removed. Some symptoms include small, rough lesions on the base of the foot, calluses in one spot, and tenderness when walking or standing for long periods of time.
• Fungus
• Lesions

Physical Therapists

• Physical Therapy
• Flatfoot Correction
• Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy

Podiatrists

• General Podiatry
  Originally from St. Louis, MO, Dr. Fine attended the University of Missouri where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology and Psychology in 1988. Upon completion of his undergraduate studies, Dr. Fine pursued his podiatric medical education at the William Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago. It was there that he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree in 1992.
• Achilles Tendonitis
  Achilles tendinitis is caused by overuse of the band of tissues that connects the lower region of your calf muscle to your heel bone, also known as your Achilles tendon. Those at a higher risk for Achilles tendinitis are runners engaging in intense training or middle-aged people who participate in sports on occasion.
• Ankle Instability
  Chronic ankle instability is usually caused by repeated ankle sprains and is described as the gradual giving way of the outside of the ankle. Some symptoms of ankle instability include constant inflammation or swelling, tenderness, and instability in the ankle. After a sprained ankle, the ligaments become stretched and torn. Proper rehabilitation is required to strengthen the muscles around the ankle and rehabilitate the tissues within the ankle that affect your balance. In addition, physical therapy, medications, and bracing can help treat chronic ankle instability. Failure to do so may result in repeated ankle sprains, or possibly surgery.
• Ankle Sprain
  A sprained ankle occurs when you twist your ankle in an abnormal way causing the ligaments holding your ankle bones together to stretch or tear. Most sprained ankles involve injuries to the ligaments on the outer side of the ankle. Treatment for a sprained ankle depends on the severity of the injury. Although you may just need proper rest and pain medications to heal, it is important to have the sprain looked at by a professional to determine the severity and proper treatment.
• Bunions Problems
  A bunion is a bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of your big toe. They can develop from an inherited structural defect, excess stress on your foot, or can result from an existing medical condition.
• Calluses
• Diabetic Foot Care
  Daily preventative care can help you decrease your risk of developing these other serious conditions like ulcers and infections. Inspecting your feet at the end of the day to look for any abnormalities, maintaining proper hygiene, keeping your feet warm in cold weather, encouraging blood flow in the feet, and maintaining an overall healthy lifestyle can discourage other conditions from developing.
• Flat Feet
• Fungus Toenails
  Fungal infections in the toe or fingernails can appear as thickened, discolored, or disfigured. While it may seem like the condition is just an aesthetic concern, fungal infections can lead to worsened symptoms and pain. Diabetes, a weakened immune system, and the normal aging process are all causes associated with fungal infections. It is more likely for senior citizens and adults to develop a fungal infection as opposed to children.
• Geriatric Foot Care
  As we age, foot problems are almost inevitable and completely normal. However, there are important steps to take to make sure you stay on your feet.
• Hammertoes
  Hammertoe is a deformity where one or both joints of the second, third, fourth or fifth toes begin to bend outside of their normal alignment. Pressure can begin to weigh heavy on the toes as you wear shoes which is where pain and other symptoms develop.
• Heel Spurs
  Heel spurs occur in at least 50% of people who have plantar fasciitis. Past treatments for heel spurs, a bony growth that begins on the front of your heel bone and points toward the arch of your foot, included surgery to remove the growth. Nowadays, surgery is rarely a treatment option and more plans for physical therapy, ice, and pain medications are used to treat heel spurs.
• Foot Orthotics
  Custom foot orthotics are designed to align the foot and ankle into the most anatomically efficient position. They look similar to insoles, but are biomedical appliances that are custom made to correct your specific foot imbalance. The plastic body of the custom orthotic helps to re-align the foot while you walk. We understand that everyone is different, which is why custom foot orthotics are made just for you.
• Plantar Fasciitis
  Advanced arch support and deep heel cupping for a Total Support System. The unique and patent pending 3-POD Cushioning System absorbs shock and helps prevent over-pronation--the leading cause of many common injuries such as plantar fasciitis.
• Podiatric Surgery
  Dr. Fine continued his specialty training in Kansas City as a surgical resident in the Kansas City Podiatric Residency Program from 1992-1994. During his post-graduate training, Dr. Fine gained extensive experience in Kansas City area hospitals with particular emphasis on reconstructive foot surgery, foot trauma and diabetic foot complications.