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Simon Donets, DPM, is a top-rated foot and ankle surgeon, providing top-quality podiatry care for children and adults at Global Podiatry in Wheeling,  Arlington Heights, and Chicago, Illinois. 

Board-certified in foot surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Dr. Donets has been treating infections, injuries, deformities, and other problems affecting the feet and ankles since 2002. Common conditions include bunions, hammertoes, arthritis, plantar warts, plantar fasciitis, neuromas, tendonitis, sprains, fractures (broken bones), fungal toenails, ingrown toenails, flat feet, and pediatric foot care issues. 

He is skilled in traditional and minimally-invasive approaches to ankle and foot surgery, including state-of-the-art approaches like arthroereisis for treating flat feet and correcting congenital foot deformities and gait abnormalities. The office also offers digital X-rays and diagnostic ultrasounds to enable patients to receive the full spectrum of care without the need to schedule these procedures elsewhere.

Dr. Donets is committed to providing patient-centered care, and each treatment plan is carefully designed to address the individual patient's specific needs to ensure the best outcome. A strong proponent of patient education, Dr. Donets works hard to ensure each patient has the information they need to feel completely confident in their care at every step.

After earning his bachelor’s degree at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Dr. Donets completed his medical degree in podiatric medicine from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University in North Chicago, Illinois, followed by a podiatry residency at Loretto Hospital and the Same Day Surgery Network, where he specialized in foot surgery. 

In addition to caring for patients at Global Podiatry, Dr. Donets is a faculty member at the North Shore University Healthcare System’s Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Advocate Lutheran General, and the Same Day Surgery Network.

Dr. Donets speaks English, Spanish, and Russian. He enjoys treating various patients at Global Podiatry and looks forward to working with you.

Dr. John F. Kane, board-certified foot and ankle surgeon who specializes in accident and work-related injuries. As one of the highly skilled surgeons at Chicago Surgical Clinic and Associate Surgical Center in Arlington Heights, Illinois, he has been practicing surgery for nearly 37 years. He also sees patients in his Chicago office.

Dr. Kane is a native of Rochester, New York. After completing his undergraduate degree at Buffalo State College (SUNY) in Buffalo, New York in 1978, Dr. Kane relocated to Chicago, Illinois to attend the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine. When Dr. Kane earned his doctorate degree, he immediately completed a foot and ankle surgical residency at Frank Cuneo Hospital to further his career as an advanced as a foot and ankle surgeon.

With a strong background in foot and ankle surgery, Dr. Kane specializes in work injuries accidents and personal injuries. He also provides care for patients with heel pain, plantar fasciitis, flat foot, ankle sprains, deformed toes, ingrown and painful toenails and variety of other foot and ankle problems. Dr. Kane believes in providing the highest quality personalized health care to achieve proven results for each one of his patients.

Since launching his medical career, Dr. Kane has become heavily involved in medical education and health care. Dr. Kane is a compassionate doctor who traveled to the town of Paete Laguna in the Philippines with a medical mission. Continuing his calling to help other Dr. Kane serves as an educational director for medical students at The American Global University School of Medicine, Caribbean Medical Students, and Surgical Preparatory Course.

Dr. Kane is also a licensed surgical assistant and assists in many different types of general surgery and orthopedic surgeries.

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

Deepa Bhatt Montoya, DPM, is one of the exceptional podiatrists caring for patients at the Center for Podiatric Medicine. The practice has three Chicagoland locations in the River North neighborhood of Chicago, Schaumburg, and Lombard, Illinois. 

Dr. Montoya earned her Bachelor of Science in biological sciences from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, and her Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago. Dr. Montoya completed a podiatric surgical residency at Henry Ford Health System in Detroit, Michigan, where she served as Chief Resident in her final year. She has been in private practice for over 10 years now in Chicago. 

Dr. Montoya is board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. She has a hospital affiliation with Presence Saint Joseph Hospital in Chicago. 

Dr. Montoya was born in London, England, and raised in Canada. Outside of work, she has a keen interest in couture, pop culture, and food, though she enjoys her time as a wife and a mother to three beautiful girls the most. 

Simon Donets, DPM, is a top-rated foot and ankle surgeon, providing top-quality podiatry care for children and adults at Global Podiatry in Wheeling,  Arlington Heights, and Chicago, Illinois. 

Board-certified in foot surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Dr. Donets has been treating infections, injuries, deformities, and other problems affecting the feet and ankles since 2002. Common conditions include bunions, hammertoes, arthritis, plantar warts, plantar fasciitis, neuromas, tendonitis, sprains, fractures (broken bones), fungal toenails, ingrown toenails, flat feet, and pediatric foot care issues. 

He is skilled in traditional and minimally-invasive approaches to ankle and foot surgery, including state-of-the-art approaches like arthroereisis for treating flat feet and correcting congenital foot deformities and gait abnormalities. The office also offers digital X-rays and diagnostic ultrasounds to enable patients to receive the full spectrum of care without the need to schedule these procedures elsewhere.

Dr. Donets is committed to providing patient-centered care, and each treatment plan is carefully designed to address the individual patient's specific needs to ensure the best outcome. A strong proponent of patient education, Dr. Donets works hard to ensure each patient has the information they need to feel completely confident in their care at every step.

After earning his bachelor’s degree at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Dr. Donets completed his medical degree in podiatric medicine from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University in North Chicago, Illinois, followed by a podiatry residency at Loretto Hospital and the Same Day Surgery Network, where he specialized in foot surgery. 

In addition to caring for patients at Global Podiatry, Dr. Donets is a faculty member at the North Shore University Healthcare System’s Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Advocate Lutheran General, and the Same Day Surgery Network.

Dr. Donets speaks English, Spanish, and Russian. He enjoys treating various patients at Global Podiatry and looks forward to working with you.

Steven Sharlin, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist at The Foot Care Group, serving patients in Hinsdale, Libertyville, and the Streeterville community of Chicago, Illinois.

Dr. Sharlin completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and his podiatric medical education at the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine. He obtained post-graduate training at the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, where he completed a one-year post-graduate program in podiatric surgery. 

Dr. Sharlin is certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He is a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, the American Podiatric Medical Association, and the Illinois Podiatric Medical Association. He has full surgical privileges at Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital. Dr. Sharlin has been in private practice in Lake County for over 30 years and has the experience you can trust. 

Dr. Sharlin has been active in teaching. He serves as a clinical instructor for the Dr. William Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University. He has served on numerous medical committees and maintains surgical privileges at many area surgicenters. Specializing in all areas of foot surgery, Dr. Sharlin’s interests include reconstructive bunion surgery as well as enhancing athletic performance.

EXPERIENCE

Chicago Foot and Ankle, LLC 534W. Chestnut Street, Hindsdale, IL, 60521 – self employed / owner
Current

    • Podiatry clinician at King-Bruwaert House Senior Living facility, Burr Ridge, IL.
    • Podiatry clinician at Advanced Physicians Physical Therapy and Chiropractic seeing patients at locations in - Crest Hill, Willowbrook, Naperville, and Homer Glen, IL.
    • Staff and surgical privileges at Ascension Alexian Brothers Hospital, St Alexius Medical Center and Oakbrook Surgery Center.

Northern Illinois Foot and Ankle Specialists, 750 E. Terra Cotta Ave, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014 - Sold private practice to and contracted as transitional owner / associate podiatrist
April 2020 - April 2021

    • Sold my practice to “NIFAAS” and entered into an employment agreement.
    • Treatment of patients at Hinsdale and Elgin practice locations.
    • Teaching of new practitioners, staff, and medical assistants.
    • Guide and assist new “NIFAAS” practitioners and podiatry residents in clinic, surgery, billing and private practice management.

Ankle and Foot Associates, P.C. 12 Salt Creek Lane, suite 410, Hinsdale, IL, 60521 – Owner
January 2012 - April 2020

    • Private practice with 2 associate DPMs.
    • Staff privileges at Adventist La Grange and Hinsdale Hospitals.
    • Staff privileges at Alexian Brothers and St. Alexius Hospitals.
    • Panel physician at Alexian Wound Healing Center and LaGrange Hospital Wound Center.
    • Teaching faculty to podiatric residents from St Joseph's Hospital and Mercy Hospital programs.

Foot and Ankle Center, 117 W. Lake Street, Bloomingdale, IL, 60108  – Associate
December 2011 - April 2020

    • Small group practice between 2-4 DPMs.
    • Staff privileges at Alexian Brothers and St. Alexius Hospitals.
    • Higher patient volume clinically and surgically.
    • Well rounded practice with a wide mix of pathology and a large range of surgical procedures such as bunion correction, flatfoot, trauma ORIF, external fixation , wound care, arthroscopy,     tendon repairs and transfers and more.
    • Usual and unusual podiatry seen at this practice.
    • Teamwork focused and assisted each other in surgery.
    • Teaching of podiatry residents clinically and surgically.

Affiliated Podiatrists, Ltd, 4211 N. Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL, 60641 – Associate
July 2005 - December 2011

    • Group practice of 5-6 DPMs.
    • Staff privileges at Rush Northshore Hospital, Northshore University Hospital System, St. Francis Resurrection Hospital, Weiss Memorial Hospital.
    • Panel physician at St. Francis Hospital Wound Healing Center.
    • Teaching faculty to podiatric residents from Weiss Memorial Hospital residency program.

POST DOCTORAL TRAINING

Kern Hospital / Southeast Michigan Surgical Hospital, Warren, MI   - Podiatric Surgical Residency 24-month
July 2003 - July 2005

    • Clinical and surgical training of the foot and ankle. A Well-rounded education in all aspects of conservative and surgical management. Emphasis on wound care and diabetic limb salvage.
    • Rotations at Sinai Grace Hospital in Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Anesthesia, Radiology, and Pathology.
    • HIV / AIDS Clinic rotation in inner city Detroit clinic.
    • Sinai Grace Hospital is a 700+ bed Detroit city hospital.

National Healing Institute at The Ohio State University 
- Wound healing course with clinical training and certification for wound management.

Orthofix External Fixation Ilizarov Technique lower extremity
- Verona, Italy
External fixation course based on Ilizarov technique and philosophy. Clinical and surgical instruction from European and Russian Orthopedic surgeons.

EDUCATION

Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine / Kent State University School of Podiatric Medicine, Cleveland, OH / Kent, OH - Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
1998-2003

    • Recipient of the Dean's Award for Healthcare - promoting innovative changes in the academic program at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine.
    • Recipient of the Joseph P. Sullivan Memorial Award for contributions to the furtherance of educational programs.
    • Recipient of the APMSA Leadership Award for outstanding leadership and service to the association and students.
    • APMSA student delegate.
    • Corporate Advisory Board Chairman
    • Recipient of the 2002 FPME Scholarship.

Elmhurst University - Elmhurst, Illinois
1994-1998
 • Chemistry, Business Administration, pre-dental, pre-podiatry studies. Received early admission into podiatry school. No degree obtained.

RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS:

The Foot (2001) 11, 68-73. 2001 Harcourt Publishers Ltd. Evaluation of the Ceralas D15 diode laser as an adjunct tool for wound care: a pilot study. J.S Kawalec,C. Reyes, V.K. Penfield, V.J. Hetherington, D. Hayes, F. Feliciano, D. Gartz, J.Jones, R.Esposito, M.S. Cernica.

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:

• Diplomate, American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
• American Podiatric Medical Association 
• Past APMA committee member 
• Past APMA "SEAL" committee
• Past ILAPPS Development Committee
• Past ILAPPS Bylaws Committee

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

• Certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery - ABFAS
• Illinois State License Podiatric Physician
• Illinois State License Podiatric Controlled Substance
• Federal DEA License 
• Certified in Wound Care by The National Healing Institute 

Dr. Lyon, DPM is committed to providing the highest standard of quality podiatric care, using the latest, most effective, and safest technologies available to diagnose and treat your ankle and foot problems. She is trained in the most advanced conservative and surgical treatments of the foot and ankle. Dr. Lyon, DPM is a talented foot doctor who is especially dedicated to fulfill the needs of all foot needs including heel pain, bunions, ankle pain or injury, generalized pain in foot or ankle, flat or high arched feet, ingrown nails, corns or calluses, plantar warts, bone spurs, pain in the ball of the foot (neuromas, stress fractures, tendonitis), hammertoes, running or sports related injuries, pediatric foot problems just to name a few. Dr. Lyon, DPM cares for her patients and considers it a privilege to be your foot and ankle doctor.

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

Simon Donets, DPM, is a top-rated foot and ankle surgeon, providing top-quality podiatry care for children and adults at Global Podiatry in Wheeling,  Arlington Heights, and Chicago, Illinois. 

Board-certified in foot surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Dr. Donets has been treating infections, injuries, deformities, and other problems affecting the feet and ankles since 2002. Common conditions include bunions, hammertoes, arthritis, plantar warts, plantar fasciitis, neuromas, tendonitis, sprains, fractures (broken bones), fungal toenails, ingrown toenails, flat feet, and pediatric foot care issues. 

He is skilled in traditional and minimally-invasive approaches to ankle and foot surgery, including state-of-the-art approaches like arthroereisis for treating flat feet and correcting congenital foot deformities and gait abnormalities. The office also offers digital X-rays and diagnostic ultrasounds to enable patients to receive the full spectrum of care without the need to schedule these procedures elsewhere.

Dr. Donets is committed to providing patient-centered care, and each treatment plan is carefully designed to address the individual patient's specific needs to ensure the best outcome. A strong proponent of patient education, Dr. Donets works hard to ensure each patient has the information they need to feel completely confident in their care at every step.

After earning his bachelor’s degree at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Dr. Donets completed his medical degree in podiatric medicine from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University in North Chicago, Illinois, followed by a podiatry residency at Loretto Hospital and the Same Day Surgery Network, where he specialized in foot surgery. 

In addition to caring for patients at Global Podiatry, Dr. Donets is a faculty member at the North Shore University Healthcare System’s Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Advocate Lutheran General, and the Same Day Surgery Network.

Dr. Donets speaks English, Spanish, and Russian. He enjoys treating various patients at Global Podiatry and looks forward to working with you.

Dr. Daniel M. Parise is board certified in podiatric medicine (ABPM) and has a strong background in wound care. He provides compassionate treatment with a focus on the patient and a desire to help patients return to a pain free life. Dr. Parise starts with a conversation to understand the patients individual needs and then he works together with the patient to create a realistic and comprehensive plan of care. Dr. Parise is a graduate of Miami University Ohio with dual degrees in Zoology and Spanish. He then graduated from Kent State College of Podiatric Medicine before completing a three year podiatric medical and surgical residency at University Hospitals – Richmond Heights where he became well versed in treating bunions, hammertoes, neuromas, heel pain/plantar fasciitis, diabetic care and limb salvage, flat feet, ingrown nails, ulcers, warts, and many more pedal ailments. Dr. Parise has been in private practice since 2014. He is fluent in Spanish.

Dijana Mirkovic, DPM, is a highly trained podiatrist at Chicagoland Foot and Ankle. She is dedicated to providing personalized care at the practice locations in the Mount Greenwood and Portage Park areas of Chicago, as well as Orland Park and New Lenox, Illinois.

Raised in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Dr. Mirkovic completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in biology. She earned her medical degree at the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (formerly Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine). She completed her post-graduate studies at Presence Saint Joseph Hospital of Chicago, during which she served as chief resident her final year. Her education focused on both forefoot and rearfoot reconstructive surgery, as well as all aspects of podiatric medicine.

Dr. Mirkovic provides foot and ankle treatment to patients of all ages, including conservative and surgical options. She strives to provide patient-centered care and open a strong chain of communication between herself, her patients, and their families. She focuses on building a trusting relationship in an environment in which her patients feel comfortable asking all of their questions.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family and traveling. She has a true love for cooking.

Robert Sheffey, DPM, is a highly experienced podiatrist at Chicagoland Foot and Ankle, serving patients at the practice locations in the Mount Greenwood and Portage Park areas of Chicago, as well as Orland Park and New Lenox, Illinois.

A native Ohioan, Dr. Sheffey attended Ohio State University in Columbus for his undergraduate degree. He then attended the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, where he earned his medical degree. He completed a three-year podiatric medicine and surgery residency at the NCVA/St. Joseph’s Hospital, also in Chicago. His training focused on both forefoot and rearfoot reconstructive procedures, along with basic podiatric medicine.

Dr. Sheffey specializes in the treatment of conditions affecting the feet and ankles. He believes that healthy feet play an important role in a healthy body and works hard to help his patients live a life free of pain and discomfort caused by foot and ankle disorders.

Podiatrist Aamir Mahmood, DPM, created Momentum Foot & Ankle Clinic to get to know people on a personal level and provide them with the space they need to receive the best podiatric care. At the offices in Michigan City and Chesterton, Indiana, and Lombard, Illinois, Dr. Mahmood is excited to be a part of the community, and wants his patients to feel at home. His goal will always be to make them feel comfortable because when patients feel they can be honest with him, that’s when the real treatment begins. 

Dr. Mahmood is a born and bred Chicago native who grew up knowing all too well the importance of podiatric health. He was born with pes planus (flat feet) and spent his childhood wearing orthotics, braces, and dealing with sporadic pain due to rigorous activity. These experiences allowed him to realize very early on that he wanted to pursue a career in medicine. 

After completing his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Loyola University of Chicago, Dr. Mahmood decided to take a year to complete a Masters in Public Health from Benedictine University to equip him with a better understanding of a different viewpoint of medicine. From here, he completed his Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine from Kent State College of Podiatric Medicine (formerly known as Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine). He then completed a three-year surgical residency at Jesse Brown VA in Chicago, specializing in foot and ankle surgery where he served as chief resident. During his residency, he presented peer-reviewed abstracts at multiple surgical and wound care conferences. His research won an award at the Symposium for Advanced Wound Care in 2018. 

Dr. Mahmood has board qualifications in the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery in Forefoot/Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle. 

When Dr. Mahmood isn’t a force of change in podiatry, he enjoys spending time with his wife and four kids. He is a car aficionado and loves to teach his kids everything he knows about cars. He also enjoys surrounding himself with friends and family and hosting gatherings. He is known to be an avid basketball player and an encyclopedia of trivial facts. What drives him in life is his passion for meeting people and creating lasting relationships.

One of Chicago’s top podiatrists, Stavros Alexopoulos, DPM, treats routine to complex foot and ankle issues. Dr. Alexopoulos is currently accepting new patients at My Chicago Foot Expert located near Ravenswood, North Park, and Jefferson Park.

After completing his doctor of podiatric medicine degree from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago, Dr. Alexopoulos completed his required hands-on patient training. He finished his podiatry residency at Chicago’s Lakeside Community Hospital.

To ensure he continues offering the most advanced and minimally invasive treatments, Dr. Alexopoulos regularly participates in continuing education training. He’s currently board-certified through the American Board of Podiatric Medicine in both orthopedics and primary podiatric medicine. Dr. Alexopoulos maintains professional memberships with the American Podiatric Medical Association and the Illinois Podiatric Medical Association, among others.

As a leader in comprehensive podiatry care, Dr. Alexopoulos regularly treats common ailments such as plantar fasciitis, bone spurs, and bunions, but he also helps patients who have complex foot and ankle issues. Dr. Alexopoulos has specialized training in sports medicine and multiple types of skin cancers that develop in the feet and lower legs.

Dr. Alexopoulos is able to communicate with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds since he is fluent in English, Spanish, Greek, and German. Dr. Alexopoulos was the only podiatrist from Chicago that treated athletes from around the world at the 2004 Athens Summer Olympics.  

Patients of Dr. Alexopoulos commend his compassionate bedside manner and patient-centric practice. Not only does he offer same-day appointments, he even returns patients’ phone calls himself. Dr. Alexopoulos strives to provide a caring environment where he can develop lifelong relationships with patients of all ages.