Business Details
Your Trusted Podiatrists in Quakertown, PA
Established in Quakertown, Pennsylvania, Upper Bucks Foot & Ankle Medical Center specializes in comprehensive podiatric care. Our practice focuses on diagnosing and treating foot, ankle, and lower leg conditions with individualized treatment plans. We offer expertise in heel pain management, Achilles tendon injuries, sports-related trauma, and diabetic wound care. Our services include custom-molded orthotics, inpatient surgical procedures, and treatment for skin and nail disorders. With specialized knowledge in juvenile foot pain and flat feet correction, we serve patients across Upper Bucks County.Our team prioritizes patient education and preventive care strategies. Office hours accommodate weekday appointments with extended evening availability. We maintain affiliations with local support organizations and adhere to strict patient privacy standards. Our practice philosophy emphasizes personalized care and evidence-based treatment approaches. Patients benefit from direct communication with our medical team through dedicated contact channels.
Services
Achilles Tendonitis
Plantar Fasciitis
Ankle Injuries
Athletes Foot
Diabetic Wound Care
Mortons Neuroma
Flat Feet
Plantar Warts
Ingrown Toenails
Bunion Treatment
Highlights and features
- Specialized treatment for sports-related foot injuries
- Custom-molded orthotics fabrication available
- Comprehensive diabetic wound care management
- Evening office hours for working patients
- Board-certified podiatrist with surgical expertise
Services
Achilles Tendonitis
Specialized treatment for Achilles tendon inflammation using conservative therapies and advanced interventions. Our approach combines physical therapy, orthotic support, and activity modification. Patients receive personalized recovery plans tailored to their specific condition severity and lifestyle needs.
Diabetic Wound Care
Comprehensive management of diabetic foot ulcers and chronic wounds. We employ evidence-based protocols including debridement, infection control, and pressure redistribution. Our team emphasizes preventive care and patient education to reduce complication risks and promote healing.
Custom Orthotics
Custom-molded orthotic devices designed to correct biomechanical foot issues. We utilize advanced casting techniques and gait analysis to create personalized support solutions. These devices help alleviate pain from flat feet, plantar fasciitis, and other structural conditions.
Bunion Treatment
Multi-modal approach to bunion correction including conservative management and surgical options. Non-surgical treatments focus on footwear modification and orthotic support. Surgical interventions address structural realignment with post-operative rehabilitation plans tailored to individual needs.
Sports Injuries
Specialized treatment for sports-related foot and ankle injuries. Our services include acute injury management, return-to-play protocols, and performance optimization strategies. We treat conditions ranging from sprains to stress fractures with rehabilitation programs designed for active individuals.
People
Dr. Austin L. Sedicum, III
Podiatrist
Board-certified podiatrist with dual expertise in foot surgery and sports medicine. Specializes in heel pain management, diabetic foot care, and sports injury rehabilitation. Maintains active hospital privileges for surgical procedures.
Questions
What foot conditions do you treat?
We treat all foot and ankle conditions including heel pain, bunions, plantar warts, ingrown toenails, sports injuries, and diabetic foot complications.
Do you offer same-day appointments?
We prioritize urgent cases and offer same-day availability for acute foot injuries and infections when possible.
Are custom orthotics covered by insurance?
Many insurance plans cover custom orthotics - we verify benefits during your initial consultation and discuss any out-of-pocket costs.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Bring current medications list, insurance cards, referral documents (if required), and any relevant medical records for comprehensive evaluation.
Do you perform surgery?
Yes, we perform inpatient surgical procedures for foot and ankle conditions with pre-operative consultations and post-operative rehabilitation planning.
How do I reach someone after hours?
For urgent matters, use our online patient portal or contact the office answering service for emergency care instructions.
