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46 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Foot & Ankle Care in Wheat Ridge, CO
Rocky Mountain Foot & Ankle Center provides expert podiatry care to communities in Evergreen and Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Led by double board-certified podiatrists Matthew Paden, Dustin Kruse, and Brett Sachs, the team combines over 40 years of collective experience to address foot and ankle conditions ranging from ingrown toenails and bunions to sports injuries and arthritis. The practice prioritizes compassionate care, ensuring patients receive personalized attention and evidence-based treatments tailored to their needs.Advanced diagnostic tools and treatment modalities, including orthotics, regenerative medicine, and surgical interventions, enable the team to restore mobility and alleviate pain effectively. A commitment to efficient scheduling minimizes wait times, while patient education empowers individuals to make informed decisions about their foot health. The practice serves multiple locations across Colorado, offering accessible care for both routine and complex foot and ankle concerns.
Services
Achilles Tendon Treatment
Arthritis Management
Bunion Correction
Ingrown Toenail Care
Neuroma Treatment
Ankle Pain Relief
Orthotics Fitting
Sports Medicine
Flat Feet Solutions
Sprained Ankle Care
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of combined experience in foot and ankle care.
- Our team includes double-board certified podiatrists with specialized surgical training.
- We prioritize compassionate, patient-centered care with minimal wait times.
- We provide advanced treatments like regenerative medicine and custom orthotics.
- Our doctors are nationally recognized for expertise in complex foot surgeries.
What people say
Exceptional doctors
Quick appointment access
Pain relief success
Knowledgeable staff
Professional environment
Services
Achilles Tendon Treatment
Specialized diagnosis and treatment for Achilles tendonitis and ruptures. Our board-certified surgeons use conservative therapies like immobilization and physical therapy, reserving surgery for severe cases. Patients benefit from rapid recovery protocols and gait analysis to prevent re-injury.
Bunion Correction
Customized solutions for bunion deformities, including minimally invasive procedures and traditional osteotomies. We combine surgical precision with post-operative orthotics to realign toes, alleviate pain, and restore natural foot function while minimizing recurrence risks.
Sports Medicine
Comprehensive management of sports-related foot and ankle injuries. Our team employs advanced imaging, bracing technologies, and rehabilitation programs to treat ligament sprains, stress fractures, and tendon injuries, ensuring athletes return to peak performance safely.
Orthotics Fitting
Precision-crafted orthotic devices to address biomechanical imbalances. Using 3D gait analysis and plaster casting, we create tailored supports that alleviate conditions like plantar fasciitis, neuromas, and diabetic foot complications while enhancing comfort.
Wound Care
Advanced wound management for chronic foot ulcers, particularly in diabetic patients. Our multidisciplinary approach combines debridement, antimicrobial therapies, and pressure redistribution techniques to promote healing and prevent limb-threatening infections.
People
Matthew Paden
Podiatrist
Dr. Matthew Paden is a double-board certified foot and ankle surgeon with expertise in reconstructive surgery and sports medicine. He lectures nationally on foot biomechanics and has pioneered techniques for minimally invasive bunion corrections.
Dustin Kruse
Podiatrist
Dr. Dustin Kruse specializes in rearfoot surgery and regenerative medicine. With a background in athletic training, he focuses on rapid recovery protocols for sports-related injuries and has published research on Achilles tendon rehabilitation.
Brett Sachs
Podiatrist
Dr. Brett Sachs is a nationally recognized expert in pediatric foot deformities and diabetic limb salvage. His clinical work emphasizes gait analysis and custom orthotic design to address complex biomechanical issues in patients of all ages.
Lauren Coe
Podiatrist
Dr. Lauren Coe specializes in conservative foot care and nonsurgical treatments for arthritis and soft-tissue injuries. She emphasizes patient education and lifestyle modifications to manage chronic conditions like plantar fasciitis and neuromas.
Questions
What foot conditions do you treat?
We treat all foot and ankle conditions including bunions, plantar fasciitis, ingrown toenails, sports injuries, arthritis, and diabetic foot complications using both surgical and nonsurgical approaches.
Do you offer same-day appointments for injuries?
Yes, we prioritize urgent cases like sprains, fractures, and acute infections with same-day availability at all Colorado locations for immediate diagnostic evaluation and treatment.
Are your doctors board-certified?
All primary physicians are double-board certified in foot surgery and rearfoot/ankle surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
What payment options are available?
We accept major insurance plans, Medicare, and offer flexible payment arrangements. Contact our billing department for specific financing inquiries.
Do you provide orthotics?
Yes, we design custom-molded orthotics using advanced gait analysis to address biomechanical issues and alleviate conditions like flat feet and heel pain.
How to prepare for your first visit?
Bring your insurance card, referral documents, and a list of current medications. Arrive 15 minutes early to complete registration or complete forms online beforehand.
Reviews (7)
Lynne Smith
Jun 02, 2022
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I was extremely pleased with Dr Kruse. It seems I need orthotics but they taped my foot to see if orthotics will work rather than spend a lot of money only to find that they won't work. Very happy. Front office was fun too.
Pam Starr
May 31, 2022
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Cold-called this office based on doctors' CVs. Had idea of what was going on and needed doctor to assess, diagnose, and treat. Dr. Sachs is fantastic. His bedside manner, coupled with wit and humor, makes appointments relaxing and humorous. He also thoroughly explains his diagnoses and works with the patient to determine best course of action. Day of surgery, I also received a call outside business hours to see how I was doing and feeling. Will definitely return here for treatment in the future.
Christine Beazer
May 31, 2022
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The staff at Rocky Mountain Foot & Ankle are always professional and welcoming. Doctor Sachs has been my doctor since 2016 and is always professional and friendly. He talks in terms that are easy for me to understand and always explains my options and allows me to make decisions regarding my care. I would totally recommend him and his practice.
Frances Swartwout
May 22, 2022
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I just had my first visit at Rocky Mountain Foot and Ankle and saw Brett Sachs. He is very personable and knowledgeable. He was very straight forward and didn't push or hold back. His assistant, Jessica, was also very nice and knowledgeable. Based on the first visit I'd recommend this office. After my follow up appointment in 3 weeks, I'll let you know if 5 stars are in order!
Tara Larwick
May 18, 2022
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Dr. Kruse and his assistant, Paige, and the woman at the front desk were so pleasant and friendly. As a new patient, I got checked in and seen fairly quickly. Dr. Kruse was thorough in his examination and explained everything to me in a way I could understand and set up a plan of treatment. I came home and told my daughter, who is having foot problems, that I highly recommend she go see Dr. Kruse.
Jessica Aylsworth
Apr 23, 2022
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I've had heel pain for months now and I have been considering a cortisone injection for some time now. Well, I decided to bite the bullet today. What a game changer! Thank you Dr. Brett Sachs for answering all of my questions and making my visit a pleasant one. What a great doc and so nice.
Tosha Wilson
Apr 05, 2022
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Dr. Paden was kind and knowledgeable. We went in for a toenail trim and the doctor found a small pressure ulcer on Fred's ankle. By finding it early we can get to healing!
