That is why we offer the highest standard of care in podiatry. We seek to make your visit simple, stress-free, and effective! It is our goal to resolve your pain and function issues in a way that allows you to live the life you are accustomed to.
Don’t live in pain! There are a number of causes for podiatric issues, please contact us today so we can identify the cause and solution for your particular problem! We want you to be walking, running, jumping and living the lifestyle you want to!
Contact us today to learn more about podiatry or any specific conditions you may be experiencing. We’d be happy to speak with you and discuss your care!
Joel Tikalsky, DPM
Dr. Joel Tikalsky brings a passion for science to his mission of providing expert podiatry at Family Foot & Ankle Clinic LLC. As a podiatrist who hail...
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Joel Tikalsky, DPM
Dr. Joel Tikalsky brings a passion for science to his mission of providing expert podiatry at Family Foot & Ankle Clinic LLC. As a podiatrist who hails from Weston, Wisconsin, Dr. Tikalsky offers the respect and care of a hometown doctor while helping patients manage foot and ankle problems of every kind.
From routine foot care, such as removing ingrown toenails and treating fungal infections, to more advanced foot and ankle surgeries using the latest laparoscopic techniques, Dr. Tikalsky ensures that his patients move as freely as possible in the world.
After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Lacrosse in 1998, Dr. Tikalsky graduated from the William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine/Chicago Medical School in 2003.
He then went on to complete his surgical residency at Provena St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee, Illinois, and associated hospitals. Dr. Tikalsky’s training placed special emphasis on advanced wound care, diabetic care, and advanced surgical techniques.
Dr. Tikalsky is certified in podiatric surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and he’s currently on staff at six area hospitals. To stay on top of the latest developments in podiatry, Dr. Tikalsky routinely attends continuing education conferences.
When he’s not caring for his Weston patients, Dr. Tikalsky enjoys spending as much time as possible outdoors in his native Wisconsin.
Mark Thomas, DPM
Dr. Thomas graduated from the Midwestern University where he earned his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine in 2009.
He completed his surgical residenc...
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Mark Thomas, DPM
Dr. Thomas graduated from the Midwestern University where he earned his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine in 2009.
He completed his surgical residency with strong emphasis in reconstructive forefoot, rearfoot and ankle surgery at Covenant Medical Center in Waterloo, Iowa.
He treats all foot and ankle conditions with particular interest in sports medicine and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. His mission statement is to provide the best medical surgical treatment for his patients to keep them active.
Dr. Thomas and his wife reside in Wausau, WI with their three children. Outside of work he enjoys spending as much time as he can with his family. He also enjoys the great outdoors, playing soccer and baseball.
Contact us today to schedule your appointment with Dr. Thomas.
Timothy Hovde, DPM
Dr. Hovde was born and raised in northwest Wisconsin. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse with a major in Biology. Dr. Hovde earne...
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Timothy Hovde, DPM
Dr. Hovde was born and raised in northwest Wisconsin. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse with a major in Biology. Dr. Hovde earned his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine at the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in North Chicago, IL. He then went on to complete his Podiatric Medicine and Surgical Residency at Ascension St. John Hospital in Detroit, MI.
Dr. Hovde treats all conditions related to the foot and ankle and has special interests in trauma, ankle arthroscopy, flat foot reconstruction and total ankle replacement. He enjoys using an evidenced-based approach to create a treatment plan that fits the needs for each individual patient.
Dr. Hovde lives in Wausau with his wife and young son. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family, golfing, woodworking, hunting and fishing.
Blake Varghese, DPM
Dr. Varghese was raised in Huntersville, North Carolina. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a major in Biology. Dr. ...
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Blake Varghese, DPM
Dr. Varghese was raised in Huntersville, North Carolina. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a major in Biology. Dr. Varghese earned his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine at Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine in Miami, FL. He went on to complete his Podiatric Medicine and Surgical Residency at Dayton VA Medical Center in Dayton, OH.
Dr. Varghese treats all conditions related to the foot and ankle with special interests in diabetic wound care, limb salvage, as well as forefoot and rearfoot elective surgery. He strives to provide individualized, evidence-based treatment with both compassion and thoroughness.
Dr. Varghese lives in Wausau with his Fiancée and young son. He enjoys spending time with family, live music, grilling and smoking meats, shooting, and fishing.
Trent Boehm, DPM
Dr. Boehm was raised in Fort Worth, Texas where he later attended Texas Christian University to major in Psychology and Combined Science. Dr. Boehm l...
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Trent Boehm, DPM
Dr. Boehm was raised in Fort Worth, Texas where he later attended Texas Christian University to major in Psychology and Combined Science. Dr. Boehm later earned his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He went on to complete his Podiatric Medicine and Surgical Residency at Dayton VA Medical Center in Dayton Ohio.
Dr. Boehm treats various conditions related to the foot and ankle with a strong background in wound care, limb salvage, and elective foot surgery.
Dr. Boehm lives in Wausau. He enjoys spending time improving his physical fitness, writing, or reading fantasy novels, and playing soccer.
Morgan O'Connell, DPM
Dr. O'Connell was born and raised in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point with a major in biology and min...
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Morgan O'Connell, DPM
Dr. O'Connell was born and raised in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point with a major in biology and minor in chemistry. Dr. O'Connell earned his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from the Dr. WIlliam M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in North Chicago, Illinois. He went on to complete his Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency at the William S. Middleton Veterans Memorial Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin.