About Us

Founded in 1991 by Senior Partner, Doctor DJ Wardle, with an aim to serve the Greater Seattle area in support of the area’s eclectic culture and active lifestyle. Our practice, located in Edmonds, Washington is home to three board-certified podiatrists and a friendly and knowledgeable staff. We are dedicated to our community and aim to provide superior foot and ankle care to you and your entire family.

Our Services

Podiatry

Our providers provide state-of-the-art preventative, comprehensive, and surgical treatment for all foot and ankle conditions. Specializing in forefoot, rearfoot and ankle reconstructive and elective surgery; injury/strain; pathology; custom orthotics; and diabetic foot care. Below you will find a wide-ranging list of the services we provide.

Foot and Ankle Surgery

Foot and ankle surgery is a subspecialty of orthopedic surgery that treats a variety of conditions, including injuries, deformities, and chronic diseases.

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Foot and Ankle Fractures

When the foot or ankle experiences trauma, a fracture may occur. Causes of foot and ankle fractures can vary.

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Foot Pain

The causes of foot pain vary greatly, including but not limited to diseases, deformities, improper footwear, and injuries pertaining to the foot region.

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Foot and Ankle Conditions

Bunions

A bunion is a bony, painful swelling that is often formed on the first joint of the big toe.

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Corns

Corns are thickened areas on the skin’s surface, and they can be irritating and painful.

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Custom Orthotics

Orthotics, unlike typical shoe inserts, are prescribed by a podiatrist to provide cushion and support.

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Our Providers

Our physicians at Ankle & Foot of Edmonds are all board certified with the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and have completed surgical residency training at one of the most elite, rigorous, and comprehensive foot and ankle surgery programs in the United States. Each physician brings a unique skill set of experience and expertise to the practice, encompassing all aspects of foot and ankle medical and surgical treatment. Our providers are dedicated to, and value, the advancement of education for themselves, their patients, and our community. Each physician is actively involved in one or more of the Puget Northwest’s Podiatric Residency Training programs, serving as a mentor and educator to medical students.

Doctors

Rex Z. Nilson, DPM

Foot and Ankle Surgery, Podiatry

Foot and Ankle Surgery
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DJ Wardle, DPM

Ankle and Foot Specialist

Foot and Ankle Reconstructive Surgery
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Zach T. Laidley, DPM

Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery, Podiatry, Foot and Ankle Surgery

Foot and Ankle Surgery
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Dr. Wardle and his team are always the best at taking care of their patients. From the scheduling coordinator to the medical assistant to the radiology technician, everyone is so kind and efficient. Dr. Wardle was able to squeeze me in last minute after a fall and was clear in the next steps process as well as taking the time to answer all of my questions. There is no one else I trust with my foot and ankle needs.
– Anonymous Patient

Our Locations

Patient Resources

Orthotic Coverage

Orthotics are custom molded inserts intended to correct an abnormal or irregular walking pattern. Orthotics are not truly or solely “arch supports”. They perform functions that make standing, walking, and running more comfortable and efficient by altering slightly the angles at which the foot strikes a walking or running surface. Once your doctor has recommended orthotics for you, we recommend that you call your insurance company to verify your orthotic benefits. Insurance coverage varies from insurance to insurance and plan to plan. Please provide your insurance company with the orthotic billing code “L3000”. As a courtesy to you we will bill your insurance company for the orthotics.

You need to understand that all fees are your responsibility. Any amount that is not covered by your insurance company will be considered your responsibility. Some insurance companies do not offer orthotic coverage. For patients with no orthotic coverage, a payment plan is available. For information about payment plans, please talk to one of our front office staff.

FOR MEDICARE PATIENTS: Medicare does not cover orthotics; therefore, we do not bill them. Medicare patients need to pay for their orthotics in full at time of pick up; unless other payment arrangements have been made. If for some reason your doctor authorizes a return, a refund will be given. The amount refunded will be the total amount that the patient paid for the orthotic appliance minus the lab-processing fee. The financial coordinator will verify the amount paid.

We thank you for letting us be of service to you.

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