Physicians
Gary Friend, DPM, FACFAS
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Credentials:
Board Certified, American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Fellow, American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine
Appointments:
Evanston Northwestern Healthcare (Highland Park, Glenbrook, and Evanston Hospitals)
Lake Forest Hospital
Lecturer, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, North Chicago, IL
Lutheran General Hospital - United Shockwave Therapies Staff
Education:
Undergraduate- State University of New York at Buffalo, BA- Biology
Medical- Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, DPM
Residency- Northlake Hospital, podiatric surgical residency
Post Graduate- Northwestern University, MA- Counseling Psychology
Practice Philosophy:
I strive to create a warm and friendly environment for my patients. I believe that my patients and I are partners who consult together to select a course of treatment. While I enjoy treating all foot problems, I am especially interested in heel pain, bunions, hammertoes, and sports medicine.
About Myself:
I became interested in photography in junior high school and have been taking pictures since. I enjoy travel and have made six trips to Cuba to study and work in that country's surprisingly sophisticated medical system. I am also a SCUBA diver, and I love working with computers.
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Kathryn S. Grace, DPM. FACFAS
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Credentials:
Board Certified, American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Appointments:
Evanston Northwestern Healthcare
Highland Park Hospital
Glenbrook Hospital
Evanston Hospital
Lake Forest Hospital
Lutheran General Hospital - United Shockwave Therapies Staff
Education:
Residency- Lincoln West Hospital Podiatric Surgery
Medical- Dr. William M. Scholl college of Podiatric Medicine
Undergraduate- Loyola University of Chicago
Practice Philosophy:
I believe successful treatment depends on a partnership with my patients. I strive to provide the information pertinent to the patient's condition, including new state-of-the-art options, to enable the patient to make the best decision for their care. I have special interest in complicated foot deformities, bunions, pediatric foot problems, and sports medicine.
About Myself:
In my spare time, I enjoy spinning classes, paddle tennis, and spending time with my family.
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Howard A. Stone, DPM, FACFAS
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Credentials:
Board Certified, American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Fellow, American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons
Appointments:
Active Staff: Evanston Northwestern Healthcare
Department of Orthopedics (Highland Park, Glenbrook, and Evanston Hospitals)
Active Staff, Lake Forest Hospital
Lutheran General Hospital - United Shockwave Therapies Staff
Education:
Podiatric Surgical Residency
Doctors Hospital (Presbyterian-St. Lukes Medical Center)
Denver, Co.
DPM
Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine
Chicago, IL
Undergraduate
University of California at San Diego
Practice Philosophy:
I work closely with my patients to accurately diagnose and treat their foot or ankle condition. I believe it is very important to use the latest technologies available. My areas of specialty include foot surgery, ankle reconstructive surgery, and difficult cases including tumors, childhood deformities, and pain following trauma.
About Myself:
I enjoy spending time with my family, golfing, and traveling.
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James Robert Gosse, DPM, FACFAS
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Credentials:
Board Certified, American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Appointments:
Lake Forest Hospital - Attending Staff
Evanston Northwestern Hospitals
Highland Park Hospital - Attending Staff
Glenbrook Hospital - Attending Staff
Lutheran General Hospital - United Shockwave Therapies Staff
Education:
1991 - 1993 Podiatric Surgical Residency
Oakwood Downriver Medical Center
Lincoln Park, MI
1990- 1991 Podiatric Orthopedic Residency
West Roxbury Veterans Medical Center
1986 - 1990 DPM
Temple University, College of Podiatric Medicine
Philadelphia, PA
Practice Philosophy:
My goal is to develop a relationship with each patient. This relationship allows me to meet each patient's needs. Educating my patients about their foot and ankle problems is a priority. I am especially interested in sports medicine, heel pain, bunions, pediatrics, and foot surgery.
About Myself:
I am active in sports, including softball, weight training, yoga, and running.
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Rebecca L. Leapman, DPM, FACFAS
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Credentials:
Board Certified, American Board of Podiatric Surgery Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Appointments:
Lake Forest Hospital - Attending Staff
Evanston Northwestern Hospitals,
Highland Park Hospital - Attending Staff
Glenbrook Hospital - Attending Staff
Lutheran General Hospital - United Shockwave Therapies Staff
Education:
Residency- Northern Virginia Podiatric Residency
Plastic Surgery Fellowship with an emphasis on lower extremity wound care and limb salvage
Medical School- Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, Chicago, Illinois
Undergraduate- Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri
Practice Philosophy:
I think of the patient and doctor as a team, working together to formulate a treatment plan. While I enjoy treating all foot and ankle conditions, my training focused on surgery of the foot and ankle, trauma, and the special foot concerns of diabetic patients.
About Myself:
I am the mother of three young children. In my spare time, I enjoy skiing, gardening, and baking.
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Paul J. Chamas, DPM, FACFAS
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Credentials:
Board Certified, American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Education:
Medical – Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, DPM
Podiatric Surgical Residency: St. Vincent Mercy Hospital, Toledo, OH
Rotating Podiatric Residency: Philadelphia Veterans Administration Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA
Practice Philosophy:
I specialize in providing care for patients who need to be seen regularly by a podiatrist. This allows me to develop relationships with my patients and that has been very satisfying. My goal is to make patients as comfortable as possible during their time in our office. I encourage and respect input from my patients, their physicians and their family members regarding their care.
About Myself:
I enjoy traveling, hiking, gardening, and attending concerts.
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