Jane Andersen, DPM

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About

Jane Andersen, DPM, is a podiatrist in private practice in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. She obtained her undergraduate degree from Indiana University at Bloomington. She then attended the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco, California, followed by a three-year advanced surgical residency at Stanford University Medical Center and DVAMC in Palo Alto, California. She is board certified in foot surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery.

Dr. Andersen provides care to all types of patients and especially enjoys seeing the geriatric population in her area. As a podiatrist, she uses conservative care and surgery to treat all aspects of foot and ankle pathologies, including foot pain, deformities, injuries, and skin diseases, as well as bone and joint diseases. She also values preventative care, especially in patients with diabetes or vascular disease.

Dr. Andersen is the past president of the American Association for Women Podiatrists, Inc. She is also a member of the Public Education and Information Committee of the American Podiatric Medical Association. She has been interviewed for and featured in many television shows, radio shows, and magazine and newspapers articles, including USA Today, the New York Times, Oprah Magazine, Better Homes and Gardens, Real Simple, and Working Mother.

Recently Published on Caring.com

  1. Thursday November 12, 2009

    1. What can I do about recurring calluses on my feet?

      Answer - Recurrent foot calluses are a very difficult problem. There is no permanent cure for many types of calluses. There are ways to help your pain including regular trimmings by a podiatrist, use of creams(such as urea based creams like Carmol), and custom orthotics which can take the pressure off the painful areas...

  2. Saturday October 24, 2009

    1. I have chronic athlete's foot fungus... it's awful.

      Answer - You may need to see your podiatrist for evaluation and treatment. In a difficult case of athletes foot (fungus) like yours, he or she may take a sample of your skin or nails to accurately diagnose your problem. They may prescribe a different medication than you have already used (be sure to bring a list of what you have tried and for how long)...

    2. Is recurring foot pain common?

      Answer - Sometimes gout (an arthritis caused by an increase in the uric acid in your body) can cause chronic pain. More commonly, though, gout will cause acute, sudden pain with redness, heat and swelling in a single joint, commonly in the foot. The only way to accurately diagnose gout is by analyzing the fluid from the painful joint...

    3. What is the best way to treat plantar fascitis?

      Answer - There are many ways to treat plantar fasciitis (a common pain on the bottom of the heel or the arch). Initial treatment should include the following: • Avoid walking barefoot • Stretching exercises (for the foot and calf) • Good supportive shoes • Over the counter arch supports...

  3. Wednesday October 21, 2009

    1. Are Swollen Feet a Warning Sign?

      Answer - Your father should discuss his condition with his doctor, but it's not an automatic cause for alarm. Although swollen feet aren't a normal part of aging, swelling does happen more commonly among older adults. Because swelling (edema) can have many causes, it's sometimes a warning sign of a problem -- but not always...

  4. Tuesday October 20, 2009

    1. FAQ: What Causes Toenails to Become Thick and Yellow?

      Answer - There are many possible causes of yellowing, thickened toenails. The two most common are fungus and trauma.

  5. Thursday October 01, 2009

    1. Could these foot problems be serious?

      Answer - Any lump, especially if it is new, should be examined by your podiatrist for a diagnosis. There are many possible reasons for a lump (including an abscess), some of which are serious and some of which are not. An abscess is usually serious, and often requires antibiotics.

    2. How foods help gout pain?

      Answer - While there are no foods that have been proven to relieve symptoms of a severe gouty attack, there is some anecdotal evidence that tart cherry juice may be helpful. Food choices are extremely important in preventing attacks. It is important to avoid these types of foods: • beer • wine...

  6. Wednesday August 26, 2009

    1. FAQ: What's the Best Way to Deal With Swollen Feet and Ankles?

      Answer - The first and best way to bring down swelling (edema) in the feet and ankles is to find and treat the underlying cause, if there is one. That's why you should bring the problem to the attention of a doctor or other healthcare provider when you notice an increase in swelling in one or both feet that doesn't go down or is accompanied by pain or redness...

    2. FAQ: What Can I Do About an Open Sore on the Foot That Won't Heal?

      Answer - A foot that has an open sore that isn't healing should be evaluated by a podiatrist or other physician for diagnosis and treatment. If the wound has been present for a while, it needs medical care both in order to avoid infection and in order to see what the underlying cause might be.

  7. Friday July 17, 2009

    1. FAQ: How Do I Trim an Older Person's Toenails?

      Answer - The best way to trim the toenails of an older adult at home is to trim them straight across, if possible. Rounding the edges encourages ingrown toenails. If the nails are thick, try soaking the feet in warm water prior to trimming.