Kansas City Foot & Ankle -
Heel Pain Center of Kansas City

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At Kansas City Foot and Ankle and the Heel Pain Center of Kansas City, we believe that a visit to your podiatrist's (foot doctor's) office should actually be a pleasant experience. We strive to make sure that your experience with our podiatrists (foot doctors) is not just pleasant, but first class. We do this by partnering you with experienced, compassionate physicians and staff to find the right treatment options for your lifestyle, all while using the latest technology to get you back on your feet quickly and comfortably. Visit our podiatrist offices in North Kansas City, South Kansas City, Lee's Summit, MO, or The Country Club Plaza.

We are the official foot and ankle doctors for the Kansas City Ballet.

Meet Our Podiatrists

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Dr.

Mark Green

Podiatrist

Dr. Mark Green is a private pilot in his free time. Dr. Green flies as a hobby but also donates his time to two different air charity groups. When not in the air, Dr. Green also enjoys sailing, scuba diving, rock climbing, running, and hacking away at the piano - although his wife Denise, and sons Tyler and Colin prefer otherwise.
(Serves patients at the South office)
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Dr.

Stephanie Jameson

Podiatrist

Dr. Jameson enjoys spending time with her husband, David, playing tennis, running, watching college and professional sports, traveling, being a foodie, and going to the Lake of the Ozarks.
(Serves patients at the South office)
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Dr.

Erin Lewis

Podiatrist

Dr. Erin Lewis grew up in the Chicago suburbs, before moving to Houston at the age of 10. She attended Purdue University in Indiana, earning her bachelor’s degree in Health and Kinesiology. She then pursued her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine at the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine. Upon graduation, Dr. Lewis completed a 3-year surgical residency in South Florida, involving training in wound care, trauma, elective surgery, and reconstruction.
(Serves patients at the South and Lee's Summit offices.)
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Dr.

John Riley

Podiatrist

Dr. Riley grew up in Western Pennsylvania and attended Clarion University where he completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. He went on to earn his medical degree at The Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his residency at the Cleveland Foot Clinic. He is board certified in podiatric medicine and reconstructive foot surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Foot Surgeons.
(serves patients at the Country Club Plaza office.)
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Dr.

Brian Ware

Podiatrist

Dr. Ware joined the Plaza Foot Care Center in January 2010. As a long-time, Kansas resident, he attended Kansas State University completing a Bachelor of Science degree in 1987. He went on to graduate from the College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery in Des Moines, Iowa. After moving to Kansas City, he completed a 2-year residency program in focusing on general podiatry and surgery with an emphasis on trauma at Truman Medical Center.
(Serves patients at the Country Club Plaza office.)
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Dr.

Jason Anderson

Podiatrist

Dr. Anderson prides himself on building strong, trusting relationships with his patients. His approach to patient care is generally conservative with the knowledge and experience to know when to begin discussing more aggressive options. He understands the importance of education and prevention, especially for his diabetic patients.
(Serves patients at the South and Lee's Summit offices.)
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Dr.

Michael Johnson

Podiatrist

Dr. Johnson grew up in Overland Park, Kansas, and graduated summa cum laude from the University of Central Missouri, double majoring in Pre-Medical Biology and Psychology. He earned his medical degree at Des Moines University before completing a 3-year surgical residency in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Johnson practices in the north and south offices.
(Serves patients in the South and North offices.)
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Testimonials

What Our Clients Say About Us

Easy to get an appointment and you do a wonderful job of correcting problems.

Very nice staff and doctor. Each took their time explaining their part to me.

Always friendly and willing to listen. I like all of them and enjoy my visits.

Fantastic experience! From the front desk clerks, nurses, and Dr. Green. You will not be disappointed.

Dr. Ethan Knowlton is a breath of medical fresh air and really treats patients with an innate hand of care.

What a great experience! The medical professionals were pleasant, informative and addressed all my concerns. The ability to get into see the doctor was easy and fast.

GE W

The staff is friendly, extremely knowledgeable and efficient. The the office is attractive and comfortable. Dr Jameson is personable and very proficient. I was afraid I was going to need surgery, but she elected to do an in-office procedure that worked extremely well. I am delighted with getting back to the gym so quickly!

PC W

Dr Bess and his staff provide impeccable care. I was greeted by name and didn’t have to wait for very long. My heel ulcer has healed over and I couldn’t be happier with the standard of care.

Sara R.

The staff here is always really warm and welcoming, they always do a good job of checking in on you if you’ve been waiting for too long (they have a timer outside the room & if it goes off they come to check). Also, Dr. Bess is probably one of my favorite doctors I’ve ever seen, he’s great.

Clarice D.

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Custom Orthotic Devices

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Joint Pain in the Foot

The foot contains 26 bones and more than 30 joints. Many people experience pain involving one or more of these joints. The pain may be accompanied by swelling, tenderness, stiffness, redness, bruising, and/or increased warmth over the affected joints. Joint pain may be caused by trauma, infection, inflammation, ...
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Bone Healing

How Does a Bone Heal? All broken bones go through the same healing process. This is true whether a bone has been cut as part of a surgical procedure or fractured through an injury. The bone healing process has three overlapping stages: inflammation, bone production, and bone remodeling. Inflammation ...
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Synovitis

Synovitis is inflammation of the tissues that line a joint. It is commonly associated with specific diseases such as arthritis or gout, but may also be the result of overuse or trauma. Symptoms of synovitis may include redness, swelling, warmth, and pain with joint motion.Evaluation by a foot and ankle ...
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Intermetatarsal Neuroma

What Is a Neuroma?A neuroma is a thickening of nerve tissue that may develop in various parts of the body. The most common neuroma in the foot is a Morton’s neuroma, which occurs between the third and fourth toes. It is sometimes referred to as an intermetatarsal neuroma. “Intermetatarsal” describes ...
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Fractures of the Calcaneus (Heel Bone Fractures)

What is the Calcaneus? The calcaneus, also called the heel bone, is a large bone that forms the foundation of the rear part of the foot. The calcaneus connects with the talus and cuboid bones. The connection between the talus and calcaneus forms the subtalar joint. This joint is important for normal ...
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Frostbite

Frostbite occurs when a body part is exposed to extreme cold. If conditions are cold enough for the water within the tissues to freeze and form ice crystals, cell death can occur. The feet, hands, ears and nose are particularly prone to frostbite due to their location away from the body’s core. Mild ...
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Brachymetatarsia

Brachymetatarsia is a condition in which one of the bones in the front of the foot is significantly shorter than the others. Although it may affect any of the five metatarsals, it most commonly affects the fourth metatarsal. Looking at the foot, it might appear that the fourth toe itself is shorter than ...
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Inflammation: Acute

What Is Acute Inflammation? Inflammation is the body’s normal protective response to an injury, irritation, or surgery. This natural “defense” process brings increased blood flow to the area, resulting in an accumulation of fluid. As the body mounts this protective response, the symptoms of inflammation ...
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Wounds/Ulcers

Ulcers, which are open sores in the skin, occur when the outer layers of the skin are injured and the deeper tissues become exposed. They can be caused by excess pressure due to ill-fitting shoes, long periods in bed, or after an injury that breaks the skin. Ulcers are commonly seen in patients who have ...
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Kansas City Foot and Ankle proudly serves Kansas City MO, Kansas City KS and surrounding areas.

Life is an amazing journey - one that we all take step by step. As such, few things in life are as frustrating as pain that radiates from the feet, making the steps we take difficult. Fortunately, there is help available for those who suffer from Plantar Fasciitis, Heel Pain, Aching bunions, Toenail Fungus, Diabetic Foot Care issues or even sports-related injuries that affect the foot and ankle in South Kansas City, North Kansas City, Downtown Kansas City, Lee's Summit, MO or our newest location on The Country Club Plaza. Here at Kansas City Foot and Ankle, we are a team of podiatrists, foot and ankle specialists, and surgeons who are dedicated to improving the function and comfort of your feet.

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