The Foot Care Institute

The Foot Care Institute Custom orthotics made here are done by performing a complete biomechanical exam prior to using a 3-D

Flat feet, also known as fallen arches, describe a condition in which the arch of the foot collapses, causing the entire...
03/17/2026

Flat feet, also known as fallen arches, describe a condition in which the arch of the foot collapses, causing the entire sole to touch the ground. This may occur due to genetics, aging, injury, obesity, or weakened tendons. There are two types of flat feet, known as flexible and rigid. Signs of...

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Toe pain can arise from a variety of causes, ranging from minor injuries to underlying medical conditions. Wearing tight...
03/10/2026

Toe pain can arise from a variety of causes, ranging from minor injuries to underlying medical conditions. Wearing tight or poorly fitting shoes can compress the toes, leading to discomfort, corns, or calluses. Ingrown toenails occur when the nail grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain,...

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A foot ulcer is an open sore that may appear as a shallow red crater or a deep wound extending to tendon or bone. Ulcers...
02/24/2026

A foot ulcer is an open sore that may appear as a shallow red crater or a deep wound extending to tendon or bone. Ulcers often develop on the bottom of the foot or toes and are most common among people with diabetes, nerve damage, or poor circulation. When sensation is reduced, pressure or friction...

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When thick, painful corns do not respond to routine care, a procedure called surgical enucleation may be  used. A corn f...
02/03/2026

When thick, painful corns do not respond to routine care, a procedure called surgical enucleation may be used. A corn forms when repeated pressure or friction causes layers of hardened skin to build up around a central core. During enucleation, a podiatrist carefully removes this core, relieving...

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When gout in the feet becomes painful, surgery can be necessary to protect joint function. Repeated flares can lead to c...
01/20/2026

When gout in the feet becomes painful, surgery can be necessary to protect joint function. Repeated flares can lead to chronic tophaceous gout, a stage where tophi develop. Tophi are deposits made of uric acid crystals that collect around toes and joints, placing pressure on skin, nerves, and bone...

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Sever’s disease is a common cause of heel pain in active children and adolescents during growth spurts. It occurs when t...
01/13/2026

Sever’s disease is a common cause of heel pain in active children and adolescents during growth spurts. It occurs when the growth plate in the heel becomes irritated from repeated stress. The heel may look slightly swollen or red, and it is often tender to touch. It commonly feels sore, aching, or...

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283 St. Rose Avenue
Windsor, ON
N8S1X1

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Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm

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At the Foot Care Institute our podiatrist Millicent Vorkapich-Hill, DPM and our registered chiropodist James Hill, DPM, FACFAS are dedicated to providing quality foot care to all their patients. Located in Windsor, ON, both of our practitioners are extensively trained in general podiatry and podiatric surgery. They treat a wide variety of podiatric conditions, including bunions, hammertoes, neuromas, heel pain and more. Additionally, we offer in-office forefoot surgery.

Foot Care Institute welcomes all new patients! If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please call our office today. (519) 258-3668