Keaton Merck

Keaton Merck, DPM

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A Specialist in Podiatry

Keaton Merck, DPM, is a foot and ankle specialist who performs a variety of surgical procedures.

Dr. Merck treats the following conditions:

  • Ankle arthritis
  • Ankle fractures
  • Foot deformities, including flatfoot, bunions and hammertoes
  • Lower extremity trauma
  • Neuromuscular imbalances
  • Sports-related injuries

He provides the following services:

  • Total ankle replacement
  • Comprehensive limb salvage
  • Lower-extremity arthroscopy
  • Minimally invasive deformity correction
  • Reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery

Dr. Merck also served as chief resident for the Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency at Ascension Wisconsin, where he directed clinical operations and led academic training.

Speaks: English

Specialties

Types of Care

(701) 323-8920

Background Information

Education & Training History

Residency:
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery: Ascension SE Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
Podiatric School:
Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine & Surgery, Des Moines, IA

Experience & Research

Professional memberships:

  • American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons 
  • American Podiatric Medical Association
  • Wisconsin Podiatric Medical Association

Idea of Care

As a practitioner of mixed martial arts, I believe that maintaining motion is essential to a healthy lifestyle. Because foot and ankle conditions can significantly disrupt daily life, I tailor every treatment to the individual and their goals. Together, we build a personalized plan to safely restore mobility and get my patients back to doing what they enjoy.

Personal Interests

Dr. Merck enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, training in mixed martial arts and jiu-jitsu, and experiencing the outdoors by hunting and fishing.

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