Dr. Joseph Stern is a Vancouver-based podiatrist with over 30 years of experience and offers a broad range of advanced orthopedic and non-surgical treatment options.

 

  • About Dr. Joseph Stern

    Dr. Joseph Stern is a SportMedBC board member and has been an active part of the Vancouver podiatric medicine community for over three decades.

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  • Services

    From routine checkups to treatments for surgery, we are equipped to handle all your podiatric needs.

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“Best Rated Podiatrist”

“I am proud, honoured, and humbled to be recognized as one of the three best podiatrists in Vancouver and Coquitlam, B.C."

-Joseph R Stern

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Exercise Bands for Foot and Ankle Health, Recommended by Dr. Joseph Stern
Exercise Bands for Foot and Ankle Health, Recommended by Dr. Joseph Stern

Exercise bands are beneficial for those recovering from foot and ankle injuries. They provide a gentle yet effective way to strengthen muscles tailored to each person’s stage of recovery. These bands are not only easy to use but also affordable.

2023 Shoe Guide
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2023 Shoe Guide
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The latest version of our popular shoe guide represents our effort to look at footwear through a more pathological and problem-solving lens. It strives to be much more than a simple review of what's new on the market this season.

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Stress Fracture Treatment - Vancouver, BC
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Stress Fracture Treatment - Vancouver, BC
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Bone fractures of the foot and ankle are serious but treatable conditions that thousands of people experience every day. While all types of bone fractures are painful, the degree and intensity of the related pain and other difficulties differ from one type of fracture to another. 

Sometimes mistaken for a sprain or muscular pain, a stress fracture is a type of fracture that commonly occurs in the ankles, feet, and other areas in the legs. While often less painful than compound or other fractures of the foot, stress fractures still require medical treatment to heal correctly and safely. 

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Sports Medicine - Vancouver, BC
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Sports Medicine - Vancouver, BC
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Having worked at the 2010 Olympics and served on the board at SportsMedBC, Dr. Stern takes pride in treating athletes at all levels.

In our practice, we always take time to listen to your questions and concerns, examine your feet carefully, determine the diagnosis and provide effective treatment recommendations tailored to your specific needs.

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Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Pain Treatment - Vancouver, BC
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Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Pain Treatment - Vancouver, BC
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When a patient comes to see Dr. Joseph Stern with heel pain, the most common cause is plantar fasciitis. One in ten people will get plantar fasciitis during their lifetime, and the condition usually strikes in middle age. The pain that plantar fasciitis causes typically is noticed with the first step out of bed which interferes with the enjoyment of daily activities, and reduces the quality of life.

Dr. Stern has diagnosed, treated, and educated patients about plantar fasciitis in Vancouver for over 30 years. The following is a brief overview of plantar fasciitis, its symptoms, prevention, and common ways this condition is treated.

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Hammertoes Treatment - Vancouver, BC
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Hammertoes Treatment - Vancouver, BC
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A hammertoe gets its name from the hammer-like look caused by a joint stuck in an upward position. Hammertoes often cause great discomfort, particularly when walking or putting pressure on the foot.

The good news is that hammertoes are a relatively common condition, and Dr. Joseph Stern has been helping patients in Vancouver overcome this issue for more than 30 years.

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