Dr. Krishna Tikiwala

Dr. Krishna Tikiwala completed her medical education at the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, and completed her three-year foot and ankle surgery residency at Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo, OH.

Her extensive clinical and surgical training at a level 1 trauma center has equipped her to address a diverse range of lower extremity pathologies, including trauma, sport-related injuries, pediatric foot conditions, wound care, and diabetic limb salvage.

As a practitioner at University Foot, Dr. Tikiwala provides Gurnee with exceptional podiatric care to treat foot and ankle pain. She is dedicated to building trusting doctor-patient relationships, offering time, compassion, and personalized care. She treats each patient as family, ensuring they feel heard and prioritized.

Dr. Tikiwala’s Journey to Podiatry

Dr. Tikiwala, a Midwesterner at heart, brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for podiatry to our practice. Born in Gujarat, India, and raised in the northwest suburbs of Detroit, Michigan, she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology from Michigan State University. Dr. Tikiwala then earned her Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine and completed her three-year foot and ankle surgery residency at Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio. Her extensive clinical and surgical training at a level 1 trauma center has equipped her to address a diverse range of lower extremity pathologies, including trauma, sport-related injuries, pediatric foot conditions, wound care, and diabetic limb salvage. Dr. Tikiwala is dedicated to building trusting doctor-patient relationships, offering time, compassion, and personalized care. She treats each patient as family, ensuring they feel heard and prioritized.

University Foot Associates

Office Hours :

Monday, Tuesday

Wednesday, Thursday

Friday

Sat-Sun

9:30am–5:30pm

8am–5:30pm

9:30-2:30pm

Closed