Sanford Health Hosts Free Presentation On Foot And Ankle Pain

Kevin Koester, DPM

Foot and ankle pain can be debilitating, but relief is within reach. Join podiatrist Kevin Koester, DPM, on Thursday, May 16, for an informative presentation tackling common foot and ankle ailments.

The presentation will explore effective strategies for managing and alleviating conditions, including Achilles tendinitis, bunions, hammertoes and plantar fasciitis. Attendees can expect to learn about both non-surgical treatments and cutting-edge surgical procedures, including the latest advancements in minimally invasive bunion surgery.

The event is located at the BSC Basin Electric Auditorium in Bismarck. There will be a social at 5:30 p.m. with light appetizers, followed by Dr. Koester's presentation at 6 p.m. People can attend in-person or virtually through Webex. Registration is required. To register for this free presentation, visit sanfordhealth.org/doctalk.

Dr. Koester specializes in sports medicine, running injuries, pediatric and adult flatfoot, trauma, diabetic foot care, and is double certified in foot and ankle surgery.

Dr. Koester attended podiatric school at Des Moines University in Iowa, and is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in foot surgery, reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery.

Doc Talk is a free community education series where Sanford physicians present and answer questions on a wide variety of topics. Doc Talk presentations are not a substitute for receiving medical advice. If you have health concerns, please arrange a consultation with a primary care provider.

The Sanford Bismarck region provides health care to central and western North Dakota, eastern Montana and northern South Dakota. It includes 25 clinics in Bismarck, Mandan, Minot, Dickinson and Watford City, as well as a Level II trauma center located in Bismarck.