Chicago’s Top Podiatrists &
Foot & Ankle Surgeons

Your first visit includes a comprehensive foot and ankle examination, digital X-rays if needed, and a detailed discussion of your symptoms and treatment options. Most initial consultations take 30–45 minutes. Bring your insurance card, a list of medications, and any comfortable shoes or orthotics you currently use.

We accept most major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Medicare, and Humana. Use our insurance checker above or call (312) 701-0770 and our team will verify your benefits before your visit at no charge.

Yes! We offer same-day and next-day appointments at most locations. Call (312) 701-0770 or text us to check availability. Our Downtown Chicago location also offers Saturday appointments from 10am to 2pm.

Recovery varies depending on the procedure. With our minimally invasive bunion surgery, most patients can walk in a surgical shoe immediately and return to normal shoes within 4–6 weeks. Traditional bunionectomy may require 6–8 weeks. Your surgeon will create a personalized recovery timeline during your consultation.

We offer a comprehensive approach to plantar fasciitis treatment including custom orthotics, extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), corticosteroid injections, PRP therapy, night splints, and stretching programs. Over 90% of our heel pain patients find relief without surgery.

Yes, we provide pediatric podiatry for children of all ages. Common conditions we treat include flat feet, in-toeing, toe walking, plantar warts, ingrown toenails, and sports-related foot and ankle injuries. Early intervention is important for developing feet.

The American Diabetes Association recommends annual comprehensive foot exams for all diabetic patients. If you have neuropathy, peripheral vascular disease, or a history of foot ulcers, you should see a podiatrist every 1–3 months. Regular monitoring significantly reduces the risk of serious complications.

Custom orthotics are often covered by insurance when medically necessary. Out-of-pocket costs vary by plan. During your visit, we perform a biomechanical evaluation and foot scan, and our billing team will verify your coverage. Call (312) 701-0770 for a cost estimate.

Most insurance plans do not require a referral to see a podiatrist. PPO plans typically allow direct access. Some HMO plans may require a referral from your primary care physician. Call us at (312) 701-0770 and we’ll confirm whether your specific plan requires one before you schedule.

Surgery is typically recommended when conservative treatments (padding, wider shoes, orthotics, anti-inflammatory medications) fail to provide adequate relief and the bunion significantly impacts your daily activities. During your consultation, our surgeons will evaluate your bunion severity using X-rays and discuss whether surgical correction is the right option for you.

Michigan Avenue Podiatry Clinic offers same-day and next-day appointments at our Downtown Chicago, Elmhurst, Flossmoor, and Tinley Park offices. Call (312) 701-0770 for Downtown Chicago, (312) 701-0770 for Elmhurst, or (708) 799-2900 for Flossmoor and Tinley Park. Saturday hours are available at our Downtown location.

A podiatrist (Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, DPM) specializes exclusively in diagnosing and treating conditions of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. An orthopedist (MD or DO) treats the entire musculoskeletal system. For foot and ankle conditions, a podiatrist offers deeper specialization. Our surgeons at Michigan Avenue Podiatry Clinic are trained specifically in foot and ankle surgery, biomechanics, and podiatric medicine. Learn more about our doctors.

Yes. Dr. Mohammad Usman, founder of Michigan Avenue Podiatry Clinic, has been featured in Forbes, CNN, The Wall Street Journal, Bustle, and Medscape for his expertise in foot and ankle health. Our practice is recognized as one of the leading podiatry clinics in the Chicago area. Visit our press and media page to see our coverage.