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Podiatrist, Foot Doctor, Ankle Doctor, SuRGEON.


Whatever you call him, Dr. Dahlin delivers quality, patient-focused care. With a wide range of products and services and an emphasis in sports medicine, Colorado Foot & Ankle Wellness helps keep your feet and ankles at their best.


Below is a list of common services performed by COFAW. With a wide range of skills and specialties, Dr. Dahlin has experience treating all major foot and ankle conditions and a passion for working with patients experiencing less common ailments. If you don’t see your condition listed below, please call (970) 433-7547 to speak to Dr. Dahlin directly. He truly enjoys and embraces providing medical care to his patients and welcomes the opportunity to use his expertise as a podiatrist to help restore your feet and ankles.

House calls & telemedicine appointments available for patients who are unable to or prefer not to travel.

 

Common Foot Care Products and Procedures Offered by COFAW

All in-office procedures include appropriate sterile medical equipment and instruments and up to two complimentary follow-up appointments, as needed, to ensure proper healing and outcome.

Price of procedures listed below are independent of initial patient visit, which is $150-450 (except where noted). Appropriate procedures will be determined at time of initial visit.

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  • Custom Orthotics

    Includes scanning/impression, prescription with appropriate accommodations/modifications, custom build of orthotics, 1 complimentary follow-up visit 4-6 weeks after obtaining orthotic to assess comfort and fit, any necessary modifications to the orthotics within 3 months of obtaining the orthotics.

    COST: $500*

    *Although it is strongly recommended to obtain orthotics in person to ensure proper fit and comfort, if home delivery is desired there may be an additional shipping fee. Additional pairs of orthotics can be obtained for a discounted price after initial pair.

  • Insoles/Shoe Inserts

    Over the counter insoles made in Germany with a wide variety of modifications and special features to accommodate and offload various foot structures and conditions. Includes heat moldable arches, various flexibilities, and metatarsal pads.

    COST: $100

  • X-Rays

    Available in conjunction with an abbreviated initial consultation or any follow-up appointment. Includes 3 standard weight bearing views of foot or ankle with physician read.

    COST: $50

  • Steroid Injection

    When appropriate, a combination of steroids and local anesthetic injected into an area of discomfort can oftentimes reduce or eliminate pain and inflammation for acute and chronic conditions alike.  Benefits of a steroid injection are patient dependent and can vary greatly, ranging from little to no improvement to complete and permanent resolution of symptoms.  If appropriate, this will be discussed in more detail at time of visit.

    COST: $100

  • CAM Boot / Fracture Walking Boot

    Immobilization in a boot can oftentimes protect injured areas and accelerate healing, especially for post-surgical patients, fractures, injuries, and intense pain. If appropriate, this option will be discussed in person at time of care. If deemed necessary, proper type of boot, size, and fitting will be ensured for all patients before they leave the office with improved comfort.

    COST: $100

  • Lace-Up / Velcro Ankle Brace

    For ankle instability, ankle sprains, ankle pain, and ankle weakness ankle braces can oftentimes provide protection, stability, comfort and an expedited recovery.  If deemed necessary, proper type of brace, size, and fitting will be ensured for all patients before they leave the office with improved comfort.

    COST: $100

  • Foot Pads, Spacers & Splints

    A multitude of conditions such as corns, hammertoes, bunions, and areas of excessive pressure can often be effectively treated with a simple pad or splint.  If appropriate, this option will be discussed in detail and all treatment options will be discussed and demonstrated at time of visit.

    COST: Varies from $5 – $20

  • Hammer Toe Correction

    When appropriate, a flexible hammertoe can be easily corrected in the office via a percutaneous procedure requiring little more than local anesthetic and a light digital dressing that is changed the next day. Patients with a hammertoe deformity will be thoroughly evaluated at time of initial visit and, if appropriate, this procedure will be discussed in more detail at that time.

    COST: $400

  • Wart Treatment

    Utilize cantharidin application or prescription topical compound medication depending on clinical presentation and patient preference.

    COST: $150 for initial treatment; $100 for subsequent treatments, if needed.

  • Nail & Callus Care

    Nail and callus debridement focuses on the removal of necrotic tissue with the goal of increased ambulation.

    COST: $150 for initial consultation + care which includes a thorough foot & ankle examination, vascular evaluation, neurological evaluation, and foot structure analysis. $75 for returning customers after initial visit.

  • Nail Avulsion

    Removal of nail, or simply nail border if appropriate, without permanent destruction of matrix cells. Nail/borders will return. Commonly used for ingrown toenails, painful toenails, or deformed toenails. Procedure typically takes 30 minutes. Includes one follow-up appointment.

    COST: $200

  • Nail Matrixectomy

    Permanent removal of nail or nail border via chemical exposure. Nail/border will not return. Commonly used for ingrown toenails, painful toenails, or deformed toenails. Procedure typically takes 30 minutes. Includes one follow-up appointment.

    COST: $300

  • Slant Back Procedure/Wedge Resection

    This procedure uses a sterile miniature straight edge nail nipper to remove the distal portion of the toenail border. The nail border will continue to grow, as this is not a permanent procedure. This procedure is most appropriate for ingrown toenails which only involve the distal or far half of the nail border and are not overly infected. The procedure takes less than a minute, has minimal discomfort, requires no local anesthetic injection, and typically alleviates patient’s symptoms immediately. Includes one follow-up appointment, if needed.

    COST: $100

  • Punch Biopsy

    Includes punch biopsy and a professional read by a fellowship trained dermatopathologist.

    COST: $500

  • Other In-Office Procedures

    Foreign body removal, excision of masses, incision and drainage, hardware removal, laceration/wound repair, etc.

    COST: Typically between $300 - $500

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Other Conditions Treated & Services Offered

  • Tendinitis of the Foot & Ankle

  • Achilles Tendinitis

  • Posterior Tibial Tendinitis

  • Peroneal Tendinitis

  • Stress Fractures of the Foot & Ankle

  • Plantar Fasciitis

  • Bunions

  • Tailors Bunion

  • Hammer Toe

  • Chronic Ankle Sprain/Instability

  • Arthroscopy

  • Joint Fusions (Foot & Ankle)

  • Fracture Care (Surgical & Non-Surgical)

  • Flatfoot Deformity

  • Cavus Foot Deformity

  • Nail & Callus Care

  • Nail Fungus/Onychomycosis

  • Diabetic Lower Extremity Evaluations

  • Diabetic Routine Lower Extremity Care

  • Pediatric Foot/Ankle Care

  • Geriatric Foot & Ankle Care

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthotics

  • Acute & Chronic Injury to Foot or Ankle

  • Ankle Bracing

  • Wound Care of the Foot & Ankle

  • Arthritis of Foot & Ankle

  • Auto-Immune Conditions of the Foot & Ankle

  • Neuromas

  • Neuropathy

  • Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

  • Lower Extremity Peripheral Vascular Disease

  • Nail Fungus

  • Athletes Foot

  • Corns & Calluses

  • Heel Pain

  • Ingrown Toenails

  • Lower Extremity Infections

  • Plantar Warts

  • Coalitions

Schedule Your Appointment.

New patients are invited to schedule an initial exam & consultation session. This session can be performed in-office, virtually, or via house call. Visit our appointment scheduling page for FAQ about COFAW’s scheduling options, or call Dr. Dahlin today!