General Practitioners

• Warts
• Arthritis
• Plantar Fasciitis
• Pediatric Care
  Dr. Murphy completed his surgical training in foot, ankle, and rearfoot reconstruction at Loyola University and Hines VA hospitals. His experience includes providing therapeutic and surgical care in all aspects of podiatry, ranging from pediatrics to complex foot and ankle deformities. His special interests include diabetic limb salvage and trauma.
• Emergency Care
  Every 11 seconds, an elderly American is being treated in an emergency room for a fall related injury. Falls are the leading cause of head and hip injuries for those 65 and older. Due to decreases in strength, balance, senses, and lack of awareness, elderly persons are very susceptible to falling. Thankfully, there are a number of things older persons can do to prevent falls.
• Diabetic Foot Care
  Centers for Foot and Ankle Care are available to treat foot and ankle ailments such as diabetic foot care, ingrown toenails, fungal toenails, warts and painful calluses. New Patients and Emergencies are always welcome. Our practice specializes in general foot and ankle care as well as all surgical treatments of the foot and ankle. An X-ray facility is located at each location except for our Knox location. Please call our office to make an appointment.

Endocrinologist

• Diabetes Care

Radiologist

• X-Rays

Surgeons

• Orthopedics
• Wound Care
  Wound care is an important part in dealing with diabetes. If you have diabetes and a foot wound or would like more information about wound care for diabetics, consult with
• Ankle Surgery
• Bunions
• Ingrown Toenails

Dermatologists

• Corns
  Corns and calluses are hard layers of skin that usually form due to friction. Generally, they will be in areas of the foot that are bearing weight, or areas that frequently rub against the shoe. Soft corns are typically found between the toes.
• Ulcer
  While it may not seem apparent with small ulcers on the foot, for diabetics, any size ulcer can become infected. Diabetics often also suffer from neuropathy, or nerve loss. This means they might not even feel when they have an ulcer on their foot. If the wound becomes severely infected, amputation may be necessary. Therefore, it is of the upmost importance to properly care for any and all foot wounds.
• Calluses
  Hammertoe is a common foot condition that can happen from an imbalance of muscles surrounding the toe joints. Hammertoe can be categorized as classic hammertoe, mallet toe, and claw toe. In classic hammertoe, the affected toe will bend down at the joint and resemble a hammer. As toes are important to the balance of the foot and control pressure distribution, hammertoe can cause problems with walking. The affected toe can appear deformed, calluses can form on them, and it may be painful to wear shoes. Relief options for hammertoe pain can include choosing shoes with wide toe boxes, using toe pads, and wearing orthotics. If these conservative options are not successful and pain persists or worsens, surgery may be an option to straighten the toe. If you suffer from a painful hammertoe, it is suggested that you visit a podiatrist for an evaluation and to receive treatment that is personalized to your specific situation.
• Lesions

Physical Therapists

• Sports Medicine
  Dr. Meade has practiced in NW Indiana since 1992, where he is actively involved in community organizations and his church. He has been extensively involved in a podiatric surgical residency program since 1993 as an active board member and attending physician. Dr. Meade has given numerous lectures to the community and health-related groups on medicine and surgery of the foot and ankle. He has participated in various health fairs providing foot screenings and professional advice. Being a past (and current) athlete, Dr. Meade has a keen interest in sports medicine and helping athletes return to competition as soon as possible. He graduated with honors from medical school and completed his post-graduate surgical residency training in NW Indiana. He and his wife, Tammie, live in Valparaiso, Indiana.
• Flatfoot Correction
• Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy

Podiatrists

• General Podiatry
  To ensure your convenience, below is the information you need about our podiatry office, including our hours, location, appointment scheduling and insurance acceptance.
• Ankle Sprain
  Taking the stairs can be a hazard, especially for people who have greater mobility issues, such as seniors and young children. Common foot and ankle injuries from falling down a set of stairs include broken bones, cuts, and lacerations. Stair falls can happen from losing one’s footing or not paying attention. They can also occur if there is a maintenance issue with the stairs. Stair injuries can be prevented by installing banisters to hold onto, fixing loose or broken handrails or stairs, fixing carpeting that is not properly secured, and removing objects or wet conditions that may interfere with safely descending the steps. If you have fallen down a staircase and sustained an injury to your feet or ankles, it is suggested that you see a podiatrist as soon as possible to assess the severity of your injuries and obtain treatment.
• Bunions Problems
  A bunion is a bone deformity usually occurring at the base of the big toe. This is a progressive condition that is made worse by inward pressure from tight shoes. Bunions can be very painful, and in some instances surgery may be necessary to remove them.
• Calluses
• Diabetic Foot Care
  Our four podiatrists, Dr. James Meade, Dr. David Ray, Dr. Christopher Grandfield, and Dr. Jesse Murphy, specialize in diabetic foot care, shockwave therapy, sports medicine, general podiatric care as well as foot and ankle trauma. We are a full-service office that can handle anything from fungal nails to foot surgery.
• Flat Feet
• Hammertoes
  Hammertoe is a foot deformity that occurs due to an imbalance in the muscles, tendons, or ligaments that normally hold the toe straight. It can be caused by the type of shoes you wear, your foot structure, trauma, and certain disease processes.
• Heel Spurs
  A heel spur is a bony protrusion that occurs on the heel. It is often confused with plantar fasciitis, which is inflammation of the plantar fascia ligament. When a heel spur is painful it can make it quite difficult to walk.
• Foot Pain
• Ingrown Toenails
  Centers for Foot and Ankle Care are available to treat foot and ankle ailments such as diabetic foot care, ingrown toenails, fungal toenails, warts and painful calluses. New Patients and Emergencies are always welcome. Our practice specializes in general foot and ankle care as well as foot and ankle trauma and all surgical treatments of the foot and ankle. An X-ray facility is located at each location. Please call our office to make an appointment.
• Plantar Fasciitis
• Podiatric Surgery
  The podiatry staff at Centers for Foot & Ankle Care, with offices all over Indiana including Merrillville, Portage, Michigan City, La Porte and Schererville, IN is dedicated to getting to the root of all your foot or ankle concerns from foot screenings and professional advice to foot surgery.