Dr. Dean Stern DPM
Always treat patients the way you would yourself or your family.
About Dr. Stern
Board Certified Podiatrist
Dr. Stern was raised in Evanston, Illinois, and attended college at the University of Illinois. He attended the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine from 1972 to 1976 (now part of The William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science). Dr. Stern was selected to do an Orthopedic Fellowship at RUSH Presbyterian St Luke’s Medical Center from 1976 to 1980. He has been in practice full time since 1980.
Dr. Stern was the first podiatrist to have a paper published in the American Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. He has served as section head for podiatry for the Department of Orthopedic Surgery for the last 25 years at RUSH University Medical Center and RUSH North Shore Medical Center.
Dr. Stern has trained in neurosensory examination at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and is certified by the Dellon Institute of Peripheral Nerve Surgery. He is trained in the latest surgical techniques and medical treatment of peripheral neuropathy.
Education
The William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
University of Illinois Chicago
Specialties
Adult reconstruction, nerve disease
Treatments
Reconstruction surgery, peripheral nerve surgery
Additional training
Neurosensory examination, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Association memberships
Illinois Podiatric Medical Association
American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Certifications, awards, honors received
Certified by the Dellon Institute of Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Testimonials
I really like this location my 1st surgery hear had great results no bad scar or anything the doctor was Dr. Dean Stern in 2018 my now new Dr Nicholas A. Is super nice explains everything well and helpful and all around nice guy!
Latacia B.
Dr. Stern is a great guy. We get through my appoinrments with lots of chatter while he seriously takes care of my foot issues. I have known him for 7 years.
Sylvia B.
Dr.Stern has a professional demeanor regarding his patients as well as a great sense of humor.My experience has been exceptionally great.
Melissa J.
Need a same-day appointment with our award winning podiatrists?