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GIVEAWAY: RevitaDERM 40 Keratolytic Emollient (Closed)

4/18/2019

 
Dr. Jeff Merrill introduces RevitaDERM 40 Keratolytic Emollient and shares before and after photos
from a patient who used
 it daily for one month. Music: « Summer » from Bensound.com
Containing aloe vera, tea tree oil, chamomile, and prescription strength 40% urea, RevitaDERM 40 Keratolytic Emollient exfoliates and hydrates the skin while quickly and effectively removing calluses. It's also safe for diabetics. It comes with a free pumice stone and brush, and is available for purchase in the 4 oz. jar size for $30 at our office.

To celebrate Foot Health Awareness Month, we're giving away one jar of RevitaDERM 40 Keratolytic Emollient with included pumice stone and brush. Enter using the Rafflecopter below. One winner will be chosen after this giveaway ends on 4-23-19 at 12 am PST. Winner must pick up their prize at our office in Klamath Falls by 5-23-19. Must be 18 or older to win. Our winner will be contacted by email. 
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The Tale of Two Feet

4/8/2019

 
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Sometimes surgical correction of foot deformities is needed to stop pain. However, it is always nice for the patient to find out that a simple remedy to their foot pain is through a change or alteration to their current shoe gear. Take for example, the patient above who came in complaining of pain in his 1st metatarsal phalangeal joint (or big toe joint). He had bought a new pair of boots that seemed to coincide with his new onset of pain. The radiograph results were a powerful tool for the patient to visualize the dramatic change in shape his foot must take to fit in these boots. So, out went the boots, and with them went the pain. He may still have a little arthritis in the big toe joint that may need surgical attention in the future, but for now he will enjoy his activities with less pain. 
 
-Jeff Merrill, DPM, AACFAS 

Today’s Podiatrist: Operate Like a DPM

4/1/2019

 
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As a foot and ankle expert, Today’s Podiatrist is in a unique position to provide surgical intervention or conservative care to treat foot and ankle conditions. Simply put, no condition is too big or too small and no treatment is too complex for Today’s Podiatrist.

So, what does the phrase “Operate Like a DPM” mean to Today’s Podiatrist? It’s a way of practicing that puts the patient and his or her needs and individual concerns first. Today’s Podiatrist has the singular goal of getting patients back on their feet—and is the right physician and surgeon to accomplish that goal.

“When your foot or ankle hurts, it’s time to see Today’s Podiatrist,” said Jeff Merrill, DPM, a podiatrist at Klamath Falls Foot and Ankle, LLC and member of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). “Patients should understand that foot pain is never normal and waiting to seek treatment may complicate your condition.”

Podiatrists may treat your condition with conservative care, such as orthotics or physical therapy. In some cases, surgery may be the most appropriate treatment to alleviate discomfort or restore the function of your foot, and Today’s Podiatrist has the necessary education and training to perform this surgery. Individual factors determine the length and kind of rehabilitation required to ensure a successful recovery.

Today’s Podiatrists treat common conditions such as:
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  • Hammertoes: A bending at the first joint of the toe. Surgical techniques will realign the bones of the toe.
  • Neuromas: Characterized by burning pain, tingling, or numbness between the toes and in the ball of the foot. Surgery is performed on soft tissue and has a shorter recovery time than bone procedures.
  • Bunions: A lump on the side of the big toe formed when the bone or tissue at the joint moves out of place. Your podiatrist will evaluate your condition individually to determine the best treatment. Surgical treatment realigns the bones.
  • Ulcers: Open sores or wounds on the bottom of the foot that can lead to serious infection. Surgical options vary but can save limbs and lives.
  • Achilles Tendon Tears: Athletes are at higher risk. Today’s Podiatrists can lengthen, shorten, or reroute the tendon to improve foot function.
  • Fractures: A break in the bone. In some cases, realigning the bones holds them in place for proper healing.

​“Today’s Podiatrist truly does it all,” Dr. Merrill says. “The needs of our patients are our top priority. Together, we explore all approaches to keep our patients active.”
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To find a podiatrist near you, visit www.apma.org/findapodiatrist.

Jeff Merrill, DPM, is a podiatrist at Klamath Falls Foot and Ankle, LLC in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Call 541-850-6463 or visit https://www.klamathfallsfootandankle.com/ to make an appointment. Visit www.apma.org to learn more about foot health and care.

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Jeff Merrill, DPM, FACFAS
531 S. 6th St.
Klamath Falls, OR 97601

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