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Our Huntley podiatry team includes Craig Halihan, DPM, Haris Khan, DPM, and Matthew Krouse, DPM. Their professional backgrounds include surgical training, diabetic foot care, wound management, sports injuries, and reconstructive procedures. You can ask about a particular podiatrist when contacting our office, and our staff can confirm current provider availability.
Dr. Craig Halihan earned his podiatric medical degree from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in 2004 and completed a two-year surgical residency at Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago. He is board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery. His experience includes treating complex foot and ankle injuries, diabetic wounds, and conditions that may require reconstructive surgery. He has also completed training in STAR total ankle replacement.
Dr. Haris Khan graduated from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in 2020. He completed a three-year surgical residency at Ascension Saint Joseph in Chicago, serving as chief resident during his final year. His experience includes foot and ankle trauma, sports injuries, bunion surgery, diabetic wound care, and reconstructive procedures. He emphasizes conservative treatment when appropriate and considers surgical options based on clinical findings and individual patient needs.
Dr. Matthew Krouse earned his podiatric medical degree from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine and completed surgical residency training at Saint Joseph Hospital in Chicago, where he served as chief resident during his final year. His clinical experience includes foot and ankle trauma, complex reconstruction, diabetic foot conditions, wound care, and limb salvage. He considers nonsurgical care when suitable and discusses surgical treatment when it may be appropriate for the patient's condition and longer-term needs.
Foot and ankle problems can involve bones, joints, tendons, nerves, skin, or nails. We evaluate these concerns to better understand what's causing your symptoms and which treatment options may be appropriate.
We evaluate heel and arch pain, including discomfort that appears after rest or becomes more noticeable during walking and standing. Treatment may involve supportive footwear, stretching, orthotics, or other measures depending on the diagnosis.
and wound concerns: We assess skin changes, pressure areas, reduced sensation, and foot wounds in patients with diabetes. Care may include preventive examinations and recommendations to address wounds or reduce the risk of further complications.
We examine toe deformities that cause pain, pressure, or difficulty wearing shoes. Depending on the condition, we may discuss footwear adjustments, padding, supportive devices, or surgical evaluation.
We evaluate painful, inflamed, thickened, or discolored nails to determine what may be causing the problem and which treatment is appropriate.
We assess injuries and persistent discomfort involving the feet and ankles, including possible sprains, fractures, tendon problems, and recurring instability. The findings help determine whether supportive care, further testing, or more involved treatment is needed.
Custom-made inserts may help address certain foot mechanics and pressure-related concerns. If you're considering orthotics, contact our Huntley office to ask about current evaluation, fitting, and follow-up services.
You can also explore our foot and ankle services for information about other conditions we treat.
We recommend having your foot or ankle evaluated when pain continues, repeatedly returns, changes how you walk, or interferes with your normal activities. Changes in toe position, worsening nail problems, and skin concerns that do not improve may also need attention. If you have diabetes, seek prompt medical advice for a new foot wound, blister, unusual swelling, or skin color change, even if the area isn't painful.
Some symptoms need urgent or emergency medical care rather than a routine podiatry visit. A bone protruding through the skin, severe deformity after an injury, or a foot that suddenly becomes pale, blue, or cold may indicate an emergency. Fever accompanied by a worsening wound or spreading redness also requires prompt medical assessment. Call 911 for life-threatening symptoms or when immediate emergency assistance is necessary. Our Huntley office is not an emergency department, so please don't wait for a routine office response if your condition requires urgent attention.
You don't need to know your diagnosis before coming to see us. Your first visit gives us an opportunity to understand your concern, examine the affected area, and explain what may help.
Before your visit: Contact our Huntley office if you have questions about available podiatrists, paperwork, or what to bring. It can help to have your current medications, allergies, previous treatment information, and relevant medical history available. If you use orthotics, braces, or particular shoes for support, consider bringing them as well..
During your examination: We'll ask about your symptoms and examine the affected foot or ankle. Depending on your concern, the examination may include your foot structure, joint movement, sensation, circulation, or walking mechanics. We may recommend additional tests if they're needed to clarify the diagnosis.
Discussing treatment: After the examination, we'll explain our findings and discuss suitable options. These may include footwear adjustments, padding, orthotics, medication, immobilization, rehabilitation, or other measures. If your condition may benefit from surgical evaluation, we'll explain why and discuss the available next steps.
Planning follow-up: Before leaving, you can ask about recommended care, treatment instructions, additional testing, or follow-up arrangements. If you need information about a particular procedure or service at Huntley, our team can confirm what's currently available.
Review our insurance information and contact us if you need to ask about your plan. We recommend confirming network participation, coverage, and any referral or authorization requirements directly with your insurer.
Our Huntley office is located at 10370 Haligus Road, Suite 109. If you have questions about finding the building, parking, accessibility, or visiting the office, please contact our team before coming in. We can also help you confirm which podiatrist is available for your care.
• Address: Advanced Foot and Ankle Specialists 10370 Haligus Road, Suite 109, Huntley, IL 60142
• Phone: (815) 356-0500
• Website: https://www.afaasonline.com/
Huntley is home to several familiar community destinations, including Tomaso Sports Park near Ackman Road and Route 47, the Huntley Area Public Library at 11000 Ruth Road, and Historic Huntley Town Square in the downtown area. For directions to our podiatry office, use our Haligus Road address and map link above.
Plantar fasciitis often causes heel pain with the first steps after sleeping or sitting, but other problems can cause similar discomfort. Stress fractures, tendon problems, and nerve irritation may produce different symptoms. We can examine your foot and determine whether additional testing is needed. If you're experiencing recurring heel pain, it's important not to assume plantar fasciitis is the cause without an examination. You can also read about plantar fasciitis symptoms through NIH MedlinePlus.
Often, yes. Wider shoes, padding, and supportive inserts may help reduce pressure and discomfort. However, these measures don't correct the underlying bone alignment. If your bunion continues to cause pain or interfere with walking and wearing shoes, we can evaluate the joint and discuss whether surgical treatment may be appropriate. Learn more about bunions through NIH MedlinePlus.
Yes. Diabetes-related nerve damage can make it harder to feel pain, heat, or pressure. As a result, a blister, cut, or sore may develop without causing noticeable discomfort. We encourage patients with diabetes to check their feet daily, including between the toes, and seek prompt medical attention for new wounds or concerning changes. The CDC's guidance on diabetes and foot health explains additional precautions.
An ingrown toenail should be evaluated when pain increases or the surrounding skin becomes significantly red, swollen, or starts draining. If you have diabetes, poor circulation, or reduced sensation in your feet, avoid trying to cut out the ingrown portion yourself. We can examine the nail and discuss suitable treatment. You can also review ingrown toenail information from NIH MedlinePlus.
Seek prompt medical evaluation if you cannot bear weight, have significant swelling, feel tenderness directly over a bone, experience numbness, or repeatedly feel that your ankle may give way. These symptoms can indicate a fracture or a more significant injury. We can assess ankle symptoms and determine whether further testing or treatment may be needed. Mayo Clinic's sprain guidance offers additional first-aid information.
Yes. You don't have to live in Huntley to inquire about care at our office. If you're coming from a neighboring community, contact our Huntley team to ask about visiting the practice. We can confirm current availability and answer general questions about the location before you make arrangements.
Yes. If your feet hurt during long shifts, while wearing work boots, or after spending hours standing or walking, we can evaluate the symptoms and discuss possible causes. Treatment depends on what we find during the examination. If you need employer documentation, occupational health services, or workers' compensation arrangements, please ask us about those requirements before your visit.
Yes. We evaluate foot and ankle concerns that may develop during running, training, recreational sports, and other physical activities. Whether you're dealing with persistent discomfort, a recent injury, or recurring ankle instability, contact our Huntley office to ask about an evaluation. We'll help you confirm the appropriate provider and current availability.
Yes. We offer custom orthotics as part of our podiatry services. If you're interested in an orthotic evaluation, contact our Huntley office to ask whether measurements, fittings, adjustments, and follow-up services are currently available at this location. Our team can explain the arrangements before you visit.
Yes. If your symptoms haven't improved, return after treatment, or change in a way that concerns you, contact our Huntley office about a reassessment. Depending on your condition, we may recommend another examination, adjustments to your care plan, additional testing, or a referral to another clinician.
If you have a foot or ankle concern you'd like evaluated, we're here to answer questions about visiting our Huntley office. Whether this is your first visit or you're returning about a problem that hasn't improved, you can call us or send a general inquiry. Our team can confirm current provider availability and explain the next steps.
• Address: Advanced Foot and Ankle Specialists 10370 Haligus Road, Suite 109, Huntley, IL 60142
• Phone: (815) 356-0500
• Website: https://www.afaasonline.com/