Look for Bellevue Podiatry at the upcoming “Living Healthy with Diabetes” Fair at Overlake Hospital

Bellevue Podiatry will be one of the medical vendors at the upcoming “Living Healthy with Diabetes” Fair at Overlake Hospital on Saturday, November 5, from 8:30am to 2pm.  This exciting event will give patients with diabetes, as well as their family and friends, a chance to learn more about keeping themselves healthy.  It is also [...]

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Reebok to pay $25 million in customer refunds over toning shoe claims

In an article published today in the Seattle Times, Reebok International Ltd., which is owned by Adidas, has been ordered to return $25 million to consumers over reported false advertising with its’ toning shoes, which include “EasyTone”, “RunTone” as well as several types of flip-flops and clothing. So-called “toning” shoes, which have been available for [...]

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Highlights from the Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk for Breast Cancer

What a busy, meaningful, inspiring time we had at the 3-Day walk in Seattle last weekend! Approximately 2000 walkers participated in the 60-mile (yes- 60!) walking event that wove through the greater Seattle/Bellevue area.  Dr. Stephanie Kim and I had the privilege of attending to many needy feet, and we were truly amazed at each [...]

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The Susan G. Komen 3-day Walk For The Cure is this weekend in Seattle!

Bellevue Podiatry is proud to share that both Dr. Jennifer Saam and Dr. Stephanie Kim will be volunteering their time in the medical tent at the Susan G. Komen 3-day walk in Seattle this weekend.  Walkers in the 3-day will cover 60 miles in three days, with a course that goes throughout the entire greater [...]

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Dr. Stephanie Kim is now available for early evening and Saturday morning hours

Bellevue Podiatry is proud to now offer extended weekday and Saturday morning hours to our patients.  We understand how difficult it can be to take time away from work or family during the week, and so have responded to our patients’ requests by offering these additional times.  Our current office hours are: Monday 9-6, Tuesday 9-5, Wednesday [...]

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Summer Running Shoe Guide

Has the fantastic weather this past weekend in the Seattle/Bellevue area made you feel like dusting off your trusty pair of running shoes and heading for the local park?  (Quick-  before it rains again…)  If so, great!  Running and walking are two of the most convenient, inexpensive, and portable ways of keeping fit.  In addition [...]

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Bellevue Podiatry to offer extended weekday and Saturday morning hours

This July, I will be welcoming Dr. Stephanie Kim to our office. Dr. Kim is not only a superbly trained podiatrist and surgeon, but she is also one of the most warm and welcoming people that I know. With her arrival, we will be able to provide additional weekday appointments for patients, but will also [...]

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What Causes Hammertoes and How Do I Get Rid of Them?

The term “hammertoe” is a broad term which refers to toes that are no longer straight.  The most classic form is when the bend in the toe is primarily in the first joint, or PIPJ, of the toe, causing that joint to raise up prominently, making it vulnerable to painful pressure from the toe box of [...]

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Vibram FiveFingers and other barefoot running shoes

There is currently a lot of debate in the running and fitness world about the minimal, or “barefoot” running shoes.  The Vibram FiveFingers model is probably the best known, with its’ signature individual compartments for each toe, but other respected manufacturers such as Merrell have jumped on board, marketing their Barefoot shoes as a way to “strengthen, [...]

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A Great Meeting in Bellevue for the WSPMA Annual Seminar

I have just finished a jam-packed educational weekend in downtown Bellevue for members of the Washington State Podiatric Medical Association (WSPMA).  It’s a great opportunity for physicians to stay current on new procedures or treatments for foot and ankle problems through lectures and interactive workshops.  I always look forward to learning new ideas to improve patient [...]

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