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​​​“I like being able to help people feel better and regain function. Sometimes there are really simple solutions that make a big difference.”

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​Podiatrist Kerry Dernbach, treats a wide variety of foot and ankle conditions including injuries requiring surgical procedures and problems solved by non-surgical means.


"As a podiatrist, I take care of a wide spectrum of conditions involving the foot and ankle," explains Dr. Dernbach. "Within the foot and ankle there are numerous injuries and complex diseases that I am uniquely qualified to detect and manage to help improve your lifestyle."

Dr. Dernbach provides care to patients by providing both surgical and non-surgical treatments to her patients. "My main goal is to form a treatment plan that is unique to each person so they get the care that is right for them — whether that be surgical or non-surgical options."

There are numerous non-surgical treatment options available to patients for their foot and ankle aches and pains. Treatments can sometimes include medications, immobilization, orthotics, injections and physical therapy. Those patients needing surgery receive the most advanced surgical care to treat their specific condition.

Originally from Wausau, Dr. Dernbach is a graduate of Wausau West High School who played tennis, soccer and downhill skiing. She and her husband continue to enjoy these activities and other outdoor sports with their two children.

Dr. Dernbach is board certified in foot surgery. She earned her medical degree from the Des Moines University – College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. She completed her residency in podiatric surgery at St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center in South Bend, Indiana. 

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  • Medical School
    Des Moines University - College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Des Moines, IA, United States, D.P.M. 2003

    Residency
    St. Joseph Regional Medical Center South Bend, IN, United States, Podiatric Surgery 2005

  • Professional Societies
    American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons American Podiatric Medical Association

    Board Certifications
    Foot Surgery: 2008

    State Licenses
    Wisconsin

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4.8
out of 5 (116 ratings, 16 comments)
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Provider explanations of my problem
4.8
Provider concern for my questions
4.8
Provider's efforts to include me in treatment decisions
4.7
Provider's discussion of proposed treatment
4.8
My likelihood of recommending this provider

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Comments are from Press Ganey surveys. Slander, libel and private health information are removed.
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November 1, 2022
Dr. Dernbach was recommended to me by my sister.
November 30, 2022
Excellent care - thank you!
April 10, 2023
My injury is challenging to treat and I appreciate so much being part of the decision making team. Dr. Dernbach is exceptional in all areas of her care.
April 12, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is excellent at discussing treatments & options. I have complete faith in her & know I will heal if I follow directions.
April 17, 2023
Dr. Dernbach was excellent. Very good 'bedside' manner and very personable. Have confidence in her analysis and suggestions for proceeding forward. Prompt followup.
April 19, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is the best - she may be a podiatrist., but through my whole treatment with her, she has addressed my whole self and brought attention to other issues I should get looked at.
April 21, 2023
Kerry Dernbach has been my specialist for many years & I have recommended to many. She is awesome.
May 17, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is THE BEST!
May 19, 2023
Dr. Dernbach's people skills and upbeat personality is very uplifting.
June 1, 2023
This doctor is a great asset, she reviewed my chart and knew my situation and addressed my concerns professionally. I wish I would have met her before the previous doctor I had. This doctor is wonderful!
July 20, 2023
I liked that she referred me when she felt she could not provide what I needed.
September 5, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is the only dr. I remember who did an examination, assessed my condition, diagnosed my condition, treated me and I immediately felt a difference for the better.
September 14, 2023
Kerry did an outstanding job on my foot. She is a excellent doctor. I recommend her.
October 3, 2023
K. Dernbach was so helpful & kind explained all options - easy decision as to treatment. Highly recommend her to anyone!! Also, really appreciated her better after appt. If I have any questions - any concern & contact her any time. She's very caring & helpful to all her patients = esp. me.
October 18, 2023
I highly recommend Dr. Dernbach. She gave me all the information I needed to make a decision about my treatment.
December 8, 2022
I just don't like needles and care meant needles. She got me to do what I needed to do! She's great.
December 8, 2022
I just don't like needles and care meant needles. She got me to do what I needed to do! She's great.
November 1, 2022
Dr. Dernbach was recommended to me by my sister.
November 30, 2022
Excellent care - thank you!
April 10, 2023
My injury is challenging to treat and I appreciate so much being part of the decision making team. Dr. Dernbach is exceptional in all areas of her care.
April 12, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is excellent at discussing treatments & options. I have complete faith in her & know I will heal if I follow directions.
April 17, 2023
Dr. Dernbach was excellent. Very good 'bedside' manner and very personable. Have confidence in her analysis and suggestions for proceeding forward. Prompt followup.
April 19, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is the best - she may be a podiatrist., but through my whole treatment with her, she has addressed my whole self and brought attention to other issues I should get looked at.
April 21, 2023
Kerry Dernbach has been my specialist for many years & I have recommended to many. She is awesome.
May 17, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is THE BEST!
May 19, 2023
Dr. Dernbach's people skills and upbeat personality is very uplifting.
June 1, 2023
This doctor is a great asset, she reviewed my chart and knew my situation and addressed my concerns professionally. I wish I would have met her before the previous doctor I had. This doctor is wonderful!
July 20, 2023
I liked that she referred me when she felt she could not provide what I needed.
September 5, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is the only dr. I remember who did an examination, assessed my condition, diagnosed my condition, treated me and I immediately felt a difference for the better.
September 14, 2023
Kerry did an outstanding job on my foot. She is a excellent doctor. I recommend her.
October 3, 2023
K. Dernbach was so helpful & kind explained all options - easy decision as to treatment. Highly recommend her to anyone!! Also, really appreciated her better after appt. If I have any questions - any concern & contact her any time. She's very caring & helpful to all her patients = esp. me.
October 18, 2023
I highly recommend Dr. Dernbach. She gave me all the information I needed to make a decision about my treatment.
November 1, 2022
Dr. Dernbach was recommended to me by my sister.
November 30, 2022
Excellent care - thank you!
December 8, 2022
I just don't like needles and care meant needles. She got me to do what I needed to do! She's great.
April 10, 2023
My injury is challenging to treat and I appreciate so much being part of the decision making team. Dr. Dernbach is exceptional in all areas of her care.
April 12, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is excellent at discussing treatments & options. I have complete faith in her & know I will heal if I follow directions.
April 17, 2023
Dr. Dernbach was excellent. Very good 'bedside' manner and very personable. Have confidence in her analysis and suggestions for proceeding forward. Prompt followup.
April 19, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is the best - she may be a podiatrist., but through my whole treatment with her, she has addressed my whole self and brought attention to other issues I should get looked at.
April 21, 2023
Kerry Dernbach has been my specialist for many years & I have recommended to many. She is awesome.
May 17, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is THE BEST!
May 19, 2023
Dr. Dernbach's people skills and upbeat personality is very uplifting.
June 1, 2023
This doctor is a great asset, she reviewed my chart and knew my situation and addressed my concerns professionally. I wish I would have met her before the previous doctor I had. This doctor is wonderful!
July 20, 2023
I liked that she referred me when she felt she could not provide what I needed.
September 5, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is the only dr. I remember who did an examination, assessed my condition, diagnosed my condition, treated me and I immediately felt a difference for the better.
September 14, 2023
Kerry did an outstanding job on my foot. She is a excellent doctor. I recommend her.
October 3, 2023
K. Dernbach was so helpful & kind explained all options - easy decision as to treatment. Highly recommend her to anyone!! Also, really appreciated her better after appt. If I have any questions - any concern & contact her any time. She's very caring & helpful to all her patients = esp. me.
October 18, 2023
I highly recommend Dr. Dernbach. She gave me all the information I needed to make a decision about my treatment.
October 18, 2023
I highly recommend Dr. Dernbach. She gave me all the information I needed to make a decision about my treatment.
October 3, 2023
K. Dernbach was so helpful & kind explained all options - easy decision as to treatment. Highly recommend her to anyone!! Also, really appreciated her better after appt. If I have any questions - any concern & contact her any time. She's very caring & helpful to all her patients = esp. me.
September 14, 2023
Kerry did an outstanding job on my foot. She is a excellent doctor. I recommend her.
September 5, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is the only dr. I remember who did an examination, assessed my condition, diagnosed my condition, treated me and I immediately felt a difference for the better.
July 20, 2023
I liked that she referred me when she felt she could not provide what I needed.
June 1, 2023
This doctor is a great asset, she reviewed my chart and knew my situation and addressed my concerns professionally. I wish I would have met her before the previous doctor I had. This doctor is wonderful!
May 19, 2023
Dr. Dernbach's people skills and upbeat personality is very uplifting.
May 17, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is THE BEST!
April 21, 2023
Kerry Dernbach has been my specialist for many years & I have recommended to many. She is awesome.
April 19, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is the best - she may be a podiatrist., but through my whole treatment with her, she has addressed my whole self and brought attention to other issues I should get looked at.
April 17, 2023
Dr. Dernbach was excellent. Very good 'bedside' manner and very personable. Have confidence in her analysis and suggestions for proceeding forward. Prompt followup.
April 12, 2023
Dr. Dernbach is excellent at discussing treatments & options. I have complete faith in her & know I will heal if I follow directions.
April 10, 2023
My injury is challenging to treat and I appreciate so much being part of the decision making team. Dr. Dernbach is exceptional in all areas of her care.
December 8, 2022
I just don't like needles and care meant needles. She got me to do what I needed to do! She's great.
November 30, 2022
Excellent care - thank you!
November 1, 2022
Dr. Dernbach was recommended to me by my sister.

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