Expert Podiatrist Hammond, Indiana Foot Ankle Care
Podiatry • Hammond, IN
Clinic Type
Podiatry
Address
Broadway, Hammond, IN (near Route 30)
Phone
219-663-2273
info@friendlyfootcare.com
Opening Hours
Open every day and every other Saturday
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Insurance & Payment
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Appointment online, Phone appointment scheduling, In-person payment at visit, Possible online forms as seen in site scripts
Languages Spoken
FAQs
To schedule your first visit, how can I make an appointment?
Call (219) 663-2273 or request your appointment online by clicking Here.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye (for Centers for Foot & Ankle Care): 4.6 out of 5 stars (101 reviews)
- Momentum Foot & Ankle Clinic (multiple locations): 4.89 out of 5 stars (379 reviews)
Patients praise
- Knowledgeable and professional medical care
- Effective relief for foot pain and specific conditions like plantar fasciitis
- Positive bedside manner and clear communication
- Staff attentiveness and respectful treatment
Common complaints
- Reports of unprofessional or inattentive office staff
- Concerns regarding billing practices and costs for devices like orthotics
- Documented cases of medical malpractice allegations and disciplinary actions involving podiatrists in Indiana
- Issues related to inadequate medical record-keeping impacting malpractice claims
"Dr Mark Jones was knowledgeable, informative, helpful and super friendly. My foot pain was relieved quickly and efficiently. My appointment was not rushed and ..."
— Zocdoc"Incompetent staff, it's a 1 because my phone is always n service, I came 2 appointment the lady got on the phone while I'm standing at the window 4 15 minutes. Why not tell me b4 u talked on the phone. Also I was charged $380 4 insoles which look like they came off a drug store shelf & it took 6 months."
— Birdeye"The best bedside manner, personality, knowledge and staff! He truly listens and wants to help you. Highly recommend him!"
— rater8Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Hassan Usmani, D.P.M., Becomes First in the State of Indiana to Use Arthrex Plate and Medial Capsule Repair System for Patients with Bunions — Jun 18, 2026
- Carroll Foot & Ankle Clinic Welcomes New Foot and Ankle Surgeon - Center Grove - Towne Post Network - Local Business Directory — Jul 24, 2025
- Shockwave Therapy Foot First Podiatry, New Albany, IN — Jun 18, 2026
- The Inner Circle acknowledges, Bradley Hammersley, DPM, MSHM as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member — Dec 10, 2025
- Dr. Kyle C. Wilmes, DPM - Podiatrist in Terre Haute, IN — May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More podiatry clinics in Hammond
NorthShore Health Centers offers podiatry services as part of its expanded medical care in Northwest Indiana. The nonprofit provides affordable, primary and specialty care to uninsured or underinsured patients across 15 offices in Indiana, including Hammond and Portage. Their podiatry team is highlighted in recent Community News highlights (January 2024) as adding veteran podiatrists to the growing medical staff. If you’re seeking foot and ankle care in Hammond or Portage, NorthShore’s Hammond and Portage clinics are part of their network with evening and some weekend hours, and they emphasize integrated care with primary care, obstetrics, pediatrics, and behavioral health. For up-to-date appointment options and exact podiatry availability at Hammond and Portage locations, contact NorthShore Health Centers directly or visit their site.
Summary: John C. Allen, DPM, is a podiatrist associated with North Oaks Health System in Hammond, Louisiana. North Oaks is a nonprofit community hospital system founded in 1960, headquartered in Hammond, with multiple locations in Louisiana. The organization provides medical services, patient care, and related health resources, and employs around 543 staff. If you’re seeking contact or appointment details for John C. Allen, DPM, you may contact North Oaks Patient Access or the relevant Diagnostics/Podiatry departments via the North Oaks main lines.
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