Best Osteoarthritis of Foot Doctors in Merriam, KS

My goal with all of my patients is to provide outstanding, ethical, and inclusive orthopedic care. My team and I are committed to healthCARE, making people feel cared for.

Dr. Barnds is passionate in diagnosing a medical problem, developing an individualized treatment plan, and implementing that plan to give his patients the best opportunity for complete recovery from injuries.

Dr. Cullen believes that medical care should be personalized and tailored to each individual patient. He takes an evidence-based approach to formulating either a conservative or surgical treatment plan based on the patient's individual needs. His goal is to restore function and improve quality of life allowing patients to pursue their passions.

Dr. Roberts strives for every patient to achieve the best possible quality of life. He ensures his patients and their families are well educated and informed, as he knows this leads to better outcomes and results

While I still enjoy performing general orthopedic procedures such as total knee replacements, carpal tunnel release, and trauma. My passion is foot and ankle surgery, in particular, the treatment of complex foot and ankle reconstruction including total ankle replacements, flat foot and cavovarus deformities, as well as tendon and ligament reconstructions. As a former collegiate tennis player, I have a passion for sports injuries related to the foot and ankle.

Welcome! Since 1995, Associated Podiatrists PA has been working with patients to provide the best podiatric care for patients in the Kansas City area. Dr. Gentry, Dr. Shead, and Dr. Samardzija's combined experience in podiatry is coupled with genuine concern for their patients. All our staff is dedicated to your comfort and prompt attention as well. Our goal is to help you maintain healthy feet.

Growing up in the Kansas City area, I am excited to return to the region after training at some of the top centers of orthopedic education in the nation to provide excellence in the care of sports medicine knee, shoulder, and foot/ankle injuries. I am passionate about providing the same high level of care that I received as a patient/athlete during my high school and collegiate career. My primary objective as a clinician is to understand the desires of each patient regarding their respective injury/condition and hope for return to function, and to employ what I have learned to best achieve that goal.