Business Details
Trusted Podiatrists in Woodbury, MN
Foot And Ankle Clinics is a trusted provider of comprehensive foot and ankle care for patients of all ages. Our board-certified podiatrists, Dr. Jeff Pellersels and Dr. Russell Hill, bring decades of combined experience in diagnosing and treating complex foot conditions. Specializing in surgical and non-surgical interventions, we offer expertise in sports medicine, diabetic foot care, bunion correction, and heel pain management. Our practice maintains affiliations with leading hospitals and adheres to rigorous professional standards through board certifications from the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery.With three convenient locations in Woodbury, West St. Paul, and Edina, Minnesota, we prioritize personalized treatment plans that address each patient's unique needs. Our team combines advanced training in minimally invasive techniques with compassionate care, ensuring optimal outcomes for common and complex foot ailments. We emphasize patient education and preventive care while maintaining state-of-the-art facilities equipped for modern podiatric diagnostics and treatments. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 37 years of combined clinical experience and consistent positive patient outcomes.
Services
Foot Surgery
Diabetic Foot Care
Heel Pain Treatment
Ingrown Toenails
Sports Medicine
Fungal Nail Treatment
Bunion Correction
Wound Care
Orthotics
Ankle Surgery
Highlights and features
- We offer 37 years of combined experience in advanced podiatric care
- Our doctors are board-certified in foot and ankle surgery
- Specialized treatment for sports injuries and diabetic foot complications
- We utilize minimally invasive techniques like EPAT and Lapiplasty
- Three convenient Minnesota locations with same-day injury appointments
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery
What people say
Exceptional service
Great follow-up care
Professional staff
Effective treatments
Knowledgeable doctors
Services
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Our board-certified surgeons specialize in both elective and trauma-related foot and ankle procedures. We offer traditional and minimally invasive techniques for bunion correction, hammertoe repair, and fracture treatment. With advanced training in Lapiplasty 3D correction and arthroscopic procedures, we help patients regain mobility while minimizing recovery time. All surgical candidates receive comprehensive pre-operative counseling and personalized post-operative care plans.
Diabetic Foot Care
We provide specialized preventive and therapeutic care for diabetic patients to prevent serious foot complications. Our services include regular foot screenings, wound care management, and custom orthotic fabrication. With expertise in treating neuropathy-related conditions, we help patients maintain foot health through early intervention and patient education about proper foot care practices specific to diabetes management.
Heel Pain Treatment
Our clinic addresses heel pain through comprehensive diagnostic evaluation and targeted treatment plans. We treat conditions like plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, and Sever's disease using conservative approaches including physical therapy, custom orthotics, and EPAT shockwave therapy. For persistent cases, we offer advanced interventions while emphasizing long-term prevention strategies through gait analysis and footwear recommendations.
Sports Medicine
We specialize in diagnosing and treating sports-related foot and ankle injuries across all activity levels. Our services include injury prevention strategies, acute injury management, and performance optimization through custom orthotics. We treat common athletic conditions like Achilles tendonitis, stress fractures, and ankle sprains using evidence-based protocols tailored to each patient's specific sport and activity requirements.
Ingrown Toenails
Our clinic offers both conservative and surgical solutions for ingrown toenails. We provide immediate relief through partial nail removal and long-term solutions with permanent nail ablation procedures. Our approach emphasizes infection prevention and proper aftercare education, particularly for high-risk patients on blood thinners or with diabetes. We also offer preventive care guidance for maintaining healthy toenail growth.
People
Jeff Pellersels, DPM
Podiatric Surgeon
Dr. Pellersels earned his DPM from Des Moines University and completed surgical residency at Covenant Medical Center. Board-certified in foot and ankle surgery, he brings over 30 years of clinical experience specializing in trauma cases and reconstructive procedures. His practice combines technical expertise with personalized care.
Russell John Hill, DPM
Podiatrist
Dr. Hill completed his DPM at Temple University and surgical residency at Temple University Hospital. Board-qualified in foot and ankle surgery, he specializes in minimally invasive techniques and diabetic limb salvage. He maintains a private pilot license and focuses on patient education throughout treatment processes.
Beth
Patient Care Coordinator
Certified Medical Assistant with over a decade of podiatric experience, Beth coordinates surgical scheduling and patient care. She graduated with honors from Rasmussen College and maintains X-ray certification, ensuring efficient patient flow and communication between providers and patients.
Anne
Podiatric Medical Assistant
Certified podiatric medical assistant with extensive experience in direct patient care. Former state and national board member for podiatric assistants, she contributes expertise in clinical procedures and patient education while maintaining active involvement in professional development.
Questions
What foot conditions do you treat?
We treat all foot and ankle conditions including heel pain, bunions, ingrown toenails, sports injuries, diabetic foot complications, and structural deformities using both surgical and non-surgical approaches.
Do you accept new patients?
Yes, we welcome new patients at all three locations. We offer same-day appointments for urgent foot injuries and maintain flexible scheduling options for routine care.
Are your doctors board-certified?
Both Dr. Pellersels and Dr. Hill are board-certified or board-qualified in foot and ankle surgery through the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid. Our billing specialist can help verify coverage and explain any out-of-pocket costs before treatment.
Do you offer custom orthotics?
Yes, we provide custom-molded orthotics using advanced casting techniques to ensure proper fit and maximum comfort for treating various foot conditions.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call any of our three offices directly or use our online request form. Our Woodbury office can be reached at (651) 730-7796 for immediate scheduling assistance.
