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At Cortese Foot & Ankle Clinic, a team of foot and ankle surgeons offers personalized foot and ankle care for all ages. With two locations in Normal and Pontiac, Illinois, Craig Cortese, DPM, FACFAS, Steve Yeschek, DPM, and Carl Cortese, BS, DPM, FACFAS, use superior diagnostic skills and innovative state-of-the-art technology like the Multiwave Locked System (MLS) laser therapy to speed recovery. The Cortese Foot & Ankle Clinic team understands how important it is for patients to get back to an active, healthy lifestyle, so they focus on wellness.
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Peripheral Arterial Disease (P.A.D.) occurs when there is a build up of cholesterol and plaque in the arteries of the lower extremities, causing decreased blood flow to the legs and feet. A.B.I. or Ankle-Brachial Index is a non-invasive, pain-free test. The exam often takes 15-20 minutes, It feels similar to having your blood pressure taken during your regular check-ups.
MLS Laser Therapy is a non-invasive, safe, and effective treatment modality where light is used to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and promote wound healing and soft tissue repair. Our laser is the only multi-wave locked system, dual wave, fully robotic laser therapy system on the market. This means deeper penetration with no heat produced allowing faster healing with no known side effects.
If you have diabetes, you need to pay extra attention to your feet. Around 50% of adults with diabetes have nerve damage in their feet, and many others have circulation and immune system problems. At Cortese Foot & Ankle Clinic in Normal and Pontiac, Illinois, the foot care specialists offer all-encompassing diabetic foot care, from preventive care to wound healing and diabetic footwear.
We all have nerve endings (a p of the peripheral nervous system) that lead from your brain and spinal cord (central nervous system) that send signals to and from your feet. When these nerves are severed from degeneration, vital messages sent to and from your feet can be disrupted.
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Sara Waltersdorf
May 15, 2022
Excellent care. I left feeling like I understood the situation and the solution to my toe problems. I love that they will see you until you have healed fully if not just tell you to call if there is a problem.
Victoria Ketterer
May 13, 2022
Dr Getz has been helping me with an issue with my big toe joint that ended up requiring surgery. She has always listened to my concerns and tried to find the best fix possible. She tried several treatments before surgery as well as once we decided surgery was needed, was flexible around my schedule. Due to my schedule, surgery had to be scheduled several months later and she offered me pain control options including inserts, steroid injects, and physical therapy. Knowing that I'm in my early 20s she tailored my treatment plan so I would be able to return to normal activities after my surgery.

Before surgery she explained things clearly and helped ease my anxiety's. She was very patient and answered all my questions so I knew exactly what to expect after surgery. After surgery, she was always available in case I had any issues. When I did have a small problem she quickly addressed it by changing what I was doing at home as we as scheduling an in office visit. She is very knowledgeable and it is obvious she cares deeply for her patients!
Judy Ooton
May 02, 2022
We were greeted by a very polite receptionist that kindly took all of our information that was needed. We were taken to the exam room by a very kind assistant of Dr Getz. Dr Getz was wonderful. She explained everything to us about the X-ray result. Dr Getz helped find a solution to the foot pain. We highly recommend Dr Getz
Nikolaus Voggenauer
Apr 16, 2022
They offer better medical expertise than every other provider I saw in that field. However, unfortunately they also hire and share personal information with 3rd party providers and hunt you to the end of sanity to answer their surveys. Cant trust, hence - no star.well.had to give one.
A. B. Farrington
Apr 10, 2022
Great, friendly staff who care about each patient. They are hereto help you feel better and get rid of the pain. Glad I chose them!
Cathie Marx
Apr 03, 2022
Very open and honest. Clean and friendly. Dr. Gertz said the numbing medicine needle would be the worst and it was. She waited awhile till the medicine had started working. Realized I needed more and administered more. Did not downplay my pain. Made things real and loving. She helped me picture what was happening which I had asked for and she was very caring.
Katie Sawyer
Feb 26, 2022
My experience with Dr. Yeschek was great. I had seen someone before calling the Cortese Clinic and had gotten a prescription for pain and been told to call in a few days. My toe was bright red and swollen, and there was an open wound on the tip, where I couldn't see it. Dr. Yeschek took good care of my toe, got my toe healed, and I couldn't be more grateful! The whole Clinic gives the patient a pleasant and warm welcome! Thanks, Dr Yeschek!
Sams Mom
Jan 12, 2022
Dr. Steve Yeschek did an amazing job on my foot surgery. I had a couple toes that were pretty messed up. Dr. Yeschek performed a meticulous surgery and I'm back running/working out. Turned out significantly better than I thought it would be considering where we started. Highly recommend. His nursing staff is AWESOME.
Jeanine Vinciguerra
Jan 03, 2022
DR. Getz is a fantastic Dr. She is kind, very knowledgeable. Dr. Getz takes her time, and makes sure all of your questions have been answered. The Staff is amazing, always kind, and happy to help. The whole office made me feel like I was in good hands.
Katie Montavon
Jul 11, 2021
Dr. Steve is the best! Very professional and down to earth. He listens to your concerns, doesn't rush you, takes his time, and makes sure that you are 100% comfortable with the care being provided. Dr. Steve is a great Dr. for people of ALL ages! All in all, everyone at Cortese Foot and Ankle was amazing. Highly recommend!