Podiatry & Sports Medicine in Chicago, IL
Treatment, Prevention, Rehabilitation
Our Vision
Is to have a service orientated, well rounded practice, where patient's needs are met, easily and efficiently with varied Treatment modalities, Prevention strategies, and thorough Rehabilitation.
Our Mission
Our practice has well-educated, outstanding physicians, therapists and staff. We always strive for the utmost in customer service towards all patients.
Are you experiencing pain in your feet or ankles?
Are you an athlete or dancer looking for a foot specialist who really understands your feet?
Do you just want to take better care of your feet?
Our goal at Gurnee Podiatry & Sports Medicine Associates is to not only treat your podiatric condition but to discuss and educate on the root cause of your diagnosis to prevent future reoccurrence. We want our patients to be well-informed about their conditions and treatment decisions.
Our goal is a happy and healthy patient.
Featured Services
Dr. Lisa M. Schoene has extensive experience with dance medicine in the Chicago and Northern IL area.
Dr. Lisa M. Schoene has worked with all types of athletes since 1991, so she takes a special interest in sports medicine and rehabilitation.
Qualifications & Affiliations
"The office was beyond friendly, welcoming. I was impressed with the time the doctor spent with me! Could not be happier with the initial appointment." -K.E.
Gurnee Podiatrist
Our wide range of foot services at our podiatry practice helps us treat patients throughout Chicago, Gurnee, and their surrounding areas. Like all good podiatrist practices, we provide general podiatric care. We also provide podiatric surgical evaluation and care for patients requiring corrective reconstruction, including people with bunions, hammertoes, neuromas, and persistent heel pain. If you require special footwear or accessories, consider our custom orthotic, bracing, taping, and shoe prescriptions. You're never too young or too old to use our services.
Our focus as a podiatry practice on sports medicine and dance medicine sets us apart. We understand what athletes and dancers put their feet through and offer advice that can minimize their injury risk, aid recovery, and extend their careers. Whether you're an athlete or dancer currently experiencing pain or you want to take preventive measures to make sure your feet and ankles stay healthy, we'd love to hear from you. Our services for athletes and dancers include:
- Sports medicine evaluation, screenings, and treatments.
- Sports strength conditioning programs.
- Dance medicine and injury evaluations and prevention plans.
- Dance shoe prescription and modifications.
We're much more than just a podiatrist clinic. We aim to be the only place you need to go for all of your foot care needs. That's why we offer a range of services you won't find with other Chicago podiatrists, including:
- Physical therapy services and treatments.
- Therapeutic deep tissue and spa massage therapy.
- Holistic and alternative treatments, including homeopathy, acupuncture, and essential oils.
- Diabetic wound care and vascular screenings.
- Nutritional evaluation and supplement dispensing and sales.
- Nail treatments.
Gurnee & Chicago Podiatrist Doctors Office
We believe in long-term relationships with our patients. We help them through rehabilitation periods and offer prevention strategies to help them keep their feet in the best possible condition. We explain each patient's condition in easy to understand terms and encourage them to ask questions to stay informed about their health and treatment options. By focusing on education, we empower our patients and help them take greater control of their podiatric health.
Dr. Schoene understands that people are any practice's greatest assets, so she surrounds herself with the best foot experts handpicked for their expertise and dedication to patient care. In Chicago, Dr. Schoene works with podiatrist Dr. Bruce Bever, DPM, a renowned foot specialist doctor and foot and ankle surgeon. The expertise of Dr. Bever complements Dr. Schoene's extensive knowledge, ensuring you always receive the best care when you visit our practices.
Our massage therapists and nail technician ensure that we can provide holistic patient care. The friendly office staff at our Chicago and Gurnee practices are always there to help you check in, make new appointments, and more.
We're proud of the way the business has grown from a single practice with just one doctor to a pair of practices delivering more comprehensive services. We've designed these practices to deliver the best patient care, with comfortable waiting rooms and well-appointed exam rooms. We invest in the latest technology to make sure our patients receive the most effective treatments. Our patients are responsible for our growth and ongoing success, so we are always looking for ways to serve them better. While our practice has grown over the years, our commitment to personalized patient care has not changed.
The books of both practices are open to new patients. We also accept Medicaid and all major credit cards.
Get To Know Dr. Schoene
Dr. Lisa Schoene is a triple board-certified podiatrist who has practiced in Lake County and Chicago for more than 30 years. More than 25 of those years were spent working with athletes. This work has developed Dr. Schoene's interest in sports medicine and rehabilitation.
As a certified athletic trainer, Dr. Schoene has worked closely with American athletes during the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta and 1994 World Cup games in Chicago. She also has patients from leading dance troupes including Ballet Chicago, Inaside Chicago Dance, and the Evanston Dance Ensemble. Runners, triathletes, skaters, gymnasts, basketball players, and other athletes all trust Dr. Schoene with their feet. Dr. Schoene is one of only a few professionals qualified as a sports podiatrist and athletic trainer in the country. That makes her the natural choice for active people needing a podiatrist in Chicago or Gurnee.
Podiatrist Office Locations
You can find us in Chicago and Gurnee. Our Chicago podiatrists' practice is at Sports Medicine Associates, located at 401 West Ontario Street, in the River North Gallery District. Take advantage of ample parking in the SP+ Parking station on the next block, or catch the number 37 bus to the Orleans & Erie station just a two-minute walk away.
Our Gurnee practice is at Gurnee Podiatry & Sports Medicine at 351 South Greenleaf Street, Park City. This practice in the northern Chicago metropolitan area helps us serve the Lake County townships of Warren and Waukegan. We have a large on-site parking lot for the convenience of patients and their families.
Aches and pains in your feet are not normal, and in most cases, they're easily treatable. So don't put up with them for a moment longer. Give Dr. Schoene and her friendly team a call to learn more about our comprehensive services.
"Dr. Schoene was very thorough, friendly, and explained everything very clearly. I had a great experience." -V.K.