A board-certified podiatric surgeon and Chicago-suburbs native, Dr. Brett Albert specializes in comprehensive foot and ankle care for both adult and pediatric patients. He focuses on creating tailored, patient-centered treatment plans with a strong emphasis on education and finding the root cause of every condition.

Outside of clinical practice, Dr. Albert enjoys weightlifting, playing squash, traveling, cooking, and exploring local trails and parks with his Husky-Shepherd, Jax.
Computerized Digital Scanning For Custom Foot Orthotics
For precise customized orthotics, Dr. Albert uses the Bergmann Optical Scanner for 3-dimensional impressions. This new technology uses lasers and structured lights to create a digital 3D model of your foot for faster, more comfortable measurements.
Conditions
Achilles Tendon Injuries, Ankle Fractures, Ankle Sprains, Bunions, Calluses, Flat Feet, Gout, Hammer Toe, Plantar Fasciitis, Toe Fractures, Achilles Tendonitis, Charcot Foot, Diabetic Foot Problems, Foot and Ankle Arthritis, Foot Fractures, Plantar Fibroma, and other conditions
Treatments
Ankle Replacement, Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery, Custom Orthotics, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Achilles Repair, Bunion Surgery, Hammertoe Surgery, Three Piece Ankle Replacement, and other treatments
Specialized Services
Three Piece Ankle Replacement, Revision Surgery, Second Opinions, Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs)
Accepts workers comp: Yes
Team Members
Care Team Coordinator
Athletic Trainer Certified
Credentials
Certifications
- Board Certified, Foot Surgery | American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
- Board Certified, Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery | American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Education
- Hennepin Healthcare | Foot and Ankle Residency with Reconstructive Surgery
- Des Moines University, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery | MD
- Des Moines University | MS (Healthcare Administration)
- The Ohio State University | BS (Neuroscience)
Memberships & Awards
- Find a Top Doc Top Doctor (2024)
- American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
- American Podiatric Medical Association
- Illinois Podiatric Medical Association