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“Very caring, he takes time for you listening to your problems and always does his best to help you. I highly recommend him to anyone that has feet problems or just want to take care of their feet.”
Dr. Shah graduated from Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with a Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine and an MBA from the Richard J. Fox School of Business.
He completed his surgical training at Crozer Health, specializing in trauma, deformity correction, limb salvage, arthroscopy, sports medicine, and minimally invasive techniques. During his residency, he also trained at Mount Sinai Hospital-Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics in Baltimore, focusing on pediatric foot and ankle deformities.
Currently based in Chicagoland, Dr. Shah is a practicing podiatric physician and surgeon and an assistant professor at Rosalind Franklin University. He serves as Vice Chair of Surgery at Community First Medical Center and as a Director-at-Large for the Illinois Association of Podiatric Physicians and Surgeons. He is board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and is a member of American Podiatric Medical Association, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
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Elmhurst Foot & Ankle Center Inc - Suburban Foot & Ankle Center
“Dr Shah fit us in on short notice & explained all the treatment options, was happy to answer all our questions, and had a fun sense of humor. We will recommend Dr Shah to all our family & friends.”
Dr. Szmyd specializes in the advanced diagnosis and treatment of all foot and ankle related conditions. He treats both adult and pediatric populations. Our center offers highly effective management of chronic and acute foot problems by using a variety of the most up to date treatment options. Dr.Szmyd has special interest in Forefoot & Rearfoot Surgery, Ankle Arthroscopy and foot trauma.
His renowned expertise also includes: diabetic foot wounds and limb salvage. We offer the most advanced treatment options in bunion and hammertoe corrections.
Dr. Szmyd is a compassionate doctor with welcoming and friendly manner that allows patients to feel comfortable under his care. We also offer same day appointments. He speaks English, Polish and Spanish.
Since 2000, European Foot and Ankle Clinic has been working with patients to provide the best podiatric care for patients in the Chicago area. Our doctors’ experience in podiatry is coupled with genuine concern for their patients. All our staff is dedicated to your comfort and prompt attention as well. Our goal is to help you maintain healthy feet.
“Very caring, he takes time for you listening to your problems and always does his best to help you. I highly recommend him to anyone that has feet problems or just want to take care of their feet.”
Dr. Szmyd specializes in the advanced diagnosis and treatment of all foot and ankle related conditions. He treats both adult and pediatric populations. Our center offers highly effective management of chronic and acute foot problems by using a variety of the most up to date treatment options. Dr.Szmyd has special interest in Forefoot & Rearfoot Surgery, Ankle Arthroscopy and foot trauma.
His renowned expertise also includes: diabetic foot wounds and limb salvage. We offer the most advanced treatment options in bunion and hammertoe corrections.
Dr. Szmyd is a compassionate doctor with welcoming and friendly manner that allows patients to feel comfortable under his care. We also offer same day appointments. He speaks English, Polish and Spanish.
Since 2000, European Foot and Ankle Clinic has been working with patients to provide the best podiatric care for patients in the Chicago area. Our doctors’ experience in podiatry is coupled with genuine concern for their patients. All our staff is dedicated to your comfort and prompt attention as well. Our goal is to help you maintain healthy feet.
VP Foot & Ankle Specialist is a four-location podiatry practice located in the Printer's Row and Garfield Ridge, neighborhoods of Chicago, Norridge, and Mundelein, Illinois. Aaron Raestas, DPM, and the VP Foot & Ankle Specialist team offer the highest quality podiatry care and use the latest non-operative treatments as well as surgeries to address a wide range of foot and ankle complications.
Prior to entering private practice, Dr. Raestas earned his doctorate in podiatric medicine from Rosalind Franklin University, here in Chicago. He then completed his residency training at St. Mary’s Hospital in Passaic, New Jersey, where he received extensive training in forefoot surgery, rearfoot/ankle reconstruction, and limb salvage. Dr. Raestas is also trained in advanced wound care therapies and certified in total ankle replacement surgery. Dr. Raestas is currently on staff at Thorek Memorial Hospital, where he performs surgery and is involved in both outpatient and inpatient care.
At VP Foot & Ankle Specialist, patients of all ages can explore procedures and services to help them overcome the obstacles that come with foot injuries, complications, and deformities. Dr. Raestas assesses patients using high-tech imaging tests like X-rays and compassionately listens as they share their concerns and symptoms.
VP Foot & Ankle Specialist frequently treats patients for injuries like ankle sprains and bone fractures as well as deformities that develop over time, like bunions, hammertoe, and Charcot arthropathy. Additionally, Dr. Raestas and his team provide advanced care for corns, calluses, and diabetic foot ulcers.
Most treatment plans at VP Foot & Ankle Specialist start with non-operative measures like medications, physical therapy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and custom orthotics. Treatments like these promote healing without scalpels, scarring, and long healing periods.
Despite his focus on non-surgical therapies, Dr. Raestas has extensive experience with advanced surgeries like total ankle replacement and foot arthroscopy, or minimally invasive surgery, and can plan them in cases where conservative measures cannot provide relief.
Any complication involving the foot or ankle can get worse with time because of the pressures of standing, walking, or wearing shoes that don’t provide adequate foot support. To schedule an evaluation, call the VP Foot & Ankle Specialist location nearest you, or book online today.
Dr. Mary Olszewski D.P.M. M.A. completed both her undergraduate and Masters degree at Drake University. She received her Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from Dr.William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine. She completed her surgical residency at the prestigious Rush Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center. Additionally, she is double board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics.
Dr. Mary has been practicing in the Chicagoland area for over 29 years with extensive experience in all aspects of podiatry, with a specialty in wound and diabetic care. She is also the only doctor in the Midwest who utilizes a unique method of treating fat pad loss with injected sub-dermal fillers to help patients walk more comfortably.
Dr. Mary is on staff at Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights, IL, and North Shore University Health Systems in Skokie, IL.
Dr. Szmyd specializes in the advanced diagnosis and treatment of all foot and ankle related conditions. He treats both adult and pediatric populations. Our center offers highly effective management of chronic and acute foot problems by using a variety of the most up to date treatment options. Dr.Szmyd has special interest in Forefoot & Rearfoot Surgery, Ankle Arthroscopy and foot trauma.
His renowned expertise also includes: diabetic foot wounds and limb salvage. We offer the most advanced treatment options in bunion and hammertoe corrections.
Dr. Szmyd is a compassionate doctor with welcoming and friendly manner that allows patients to feel comfortable under his care. We also offer same day appointments. He speaks English, Polish and Spanish.
Since 2000, European Foot and Ankle Clinic has been working with patients to provide the best podiatric care for patients in the Chicago area. Our doctors’ experience in podiatry is coupled with genuine concern for their patients. All our staff is dedicated to your comfort and prompt attention as well. Our goal is to help you maintain healthy feet.
