More about me ...
"Even though I am well trained in the surgical management of all foot and ankle conditions, my position on elective surgery has always been that of a last resort option which is usually only needed in cases where pain is affecting or limiting your daily activities. In most cases, a resolution to your symptoms can be achieved without surgical intervention. I also provide routine foot care evaluations to diabetic patients needing preventative care to maintain good health and prevent amputations or other complications arising from diabetes."
I provide total foot and ankle care for ...
- broken bones of the foot and ankle
- torn ligaments and/or tendons of the foot and ankle
- bunions
- hammer toes
- heel spurs
- plantar fasciitis and other arch pain
- arthritis
- fungal infections of the skin and nails
- diabetic patients needing preventative care to maintain good health
I also have special training in following techniques:
- ankle joint arthroscopy
- advanced training in surgical correction of major foot and ankle deformities
- flatfoot deformities
- Cavus (high-arched) foot deformities
- Charcot foot deformities
- Clubfoot deformities
- wound care
- including advanced reconstruction and wound closure techniques for amputation prevention and limb preservation
Accomplishments and Certifications
- American Board of Podiatric Surgery (ABPS)
- Board qualified in Foot Surgery
- Board qualified in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery
- Associate of the American Professional Wound Care Association (APWCA)
- Chief Resident at the St Joseph Hospital Residency Program in Chicago, IL
- Associated with the North Chicago Department of Veteran's Affairs Medical Center
Publications
“Prevention and Management of Complications Arising from External Fixation Pin Sites.” The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery; 49 (2010) 87-92. Ref.: Ms. No. JFAS-862
Christopher Bibbo, DO; Jonathan Brueggeman, DPM
Research Abstract/Poster Presentation
“Preliminary results of a retrospective study utilizing a type 1 collagen xenograft in foot and ankle soft tissue reconstructive procedures.”
Elgardo E. Rodriguez, DPM; Jared Overman, DPM; Jonathan Brueggeman, DPM
“Peripheral nerve blocks with 0.5% Bupivicaine for the treatment of tarsal tunnel syndrome and peripheral neuropathy in diabetic patients.”
Edgardo E. Rodriguez, DPM; Jared Overman, DPM; Jonathan Brueggeman, DPM