Kenneth Hegewald DPM FACFAS

I started going to Dr Hegewald for a tender foot. He measured and fitted me with orthotics. Then my bunion grew to the point it needed surgically removed. When we reviewed my scans Doctor diagnosed two other areas on my foot that could be corrected at the same time as when he removed the bunion. Therefore, I had all three areas corrected at the same time. He explained everything that would be corrected and an approximate timeline for healing. Ten weeks out and I am ahead of the healing process. He says I'm a fast healer, I say it was his surgical skills. Thank you Dr. Hegewald for removing all my pain and allowing me to heal promptly. I would recommend Dr. Hegewald to anyone with foot problems. He will listen to your needs and take care of you professionally getting you back to enjoying your favorite activities. Life is too short to be in pain.

I was referred to Dr Hegewald by my podiatrist in Salem because my foot,ankle problem was very complicated. We spoke many times on the phone and video after our first meeting. He is very easy to talk to and was really listening to what I was saying. He reached out over the internet to his colleagues to get more input about how to treat my condition. I feel like he was very concerned about giving me the best outcome possible. I am 12 weeks out from an ankle replacement and doing very well with more range of motion and very little pain. Thank you Dr Hegewald!!

Incredible surgeon. Took an impossible situation where I wasn’t sure if I would ever be able to walk correctly again and set me on the path to recovery. Dr Hegewald explained everything clearly, thoroughly and honestly. I would recommend his professional expertise to anyone. The staff was great to deal with also. 5 stars all day long.

This is very late review almost 3 years too late but I wanted to thank Dr Hegewald for fixing my shattered heel. I am professional window cleaner and my ability to use my body is paramount to success in my profession. Because of Dr Kenneth Hegewalds skill and ability I'm able to do everything I was doing before. I've been down hill mountain biking, rock climbing, sky diving and running with my kids again. Thank you so much Dr Hegewald!

Dr. Hegewald completed an ankle joint replacement surgery for me in mid June of 2025. My ankle was injured in a fall over thirty years ago, had fused and involved many more complicated factors. Dr. Hegewald walked me through all of these factors, educating and informing me of options, possibilities, and answering all of my questions with respect and impressive reflective listening.

Four months later, a relatively "simple" start to the recovery process - and I rode a 10 mile journey in the gorge on my bike with no pain - while I watched my ankle joint bend back and forth.

There is no doubt that Dr. Hegewald's knowledge, skills and strategies allowed this life changing experience. Walking without pain after thirty years and being able to do endless actions with my new ankle, has been exciting and given me a chance at experiences I thought would never be part of my life again.

I am appreciative and grateful that Dr. Hegewald was the surgeon - I do not allow myself to think of how it could have been different without his expertise.

Shannon N

There are not enough stars or honors to give Dr. Hegewald for the professional he is! He embodies such transparency and care to his patients. I am so impressed. My story.... I broke my ankle in (3) places and did not know this until my follow-up appointment with Dr. H. He immediately scheduled me for surgery. I don't know yet if I am more impressed with his expertise as he is so well trained!!! And he is a girl dad :)

Or the simple fact that he changed my mind set about healing, as I have never had a broken bone and I felt pretty hopeless about recovery for such an extensive injury. At any rate, I am glad that he was recommended, and now I have a picture of his CV as memorabilia! It's a Silicon Valley thing. We love education!

I had a terrible injury injury 20 years ago. I had corrective surgery that did not work. I was not able to walk normal, stand for more than 20 minutes, or walk on uneven surfaces. I saw many podiatrists who said there was nothing they could do to fix my right foot and ankle except an AFO. Dr. Hegewald looked at my x rays and MRI and said he could fix my foot so I could walk. I had surgery 11/2024. I am now walking normal, with out pain, with out an AFO. Wearing cute shoes.

I had a terrible injury injury 20 years ago. I had corrective surgery that did not work. I was not able to walk normal, stand for more than 20 minutes, or walk on uneven surfaces. I saw many podiatrists who said there was nothing they could do to fix my right foot and ankle except an AFO. Dr. Hegewald looked at my x rays and MRI and said he could fix my foot so I could walk. I had surgery 11/2024. I am now walking normal, with out pain, with out an AFO. Wearing cute shoes.

I broke my ankle while on vacation in Massachusetts. I was lucky to get an appointment with Dr. Hegewald soon after we returned to Portland. Dr. Hegewald is confident, decisive, smart, and caring. Everyone I have dealt with in his office has been wonderful. Less than 3 months after my surgery I am walking again, which exceeded my expectations. I am very thankful to have had Dr. Hegewald in charge of my care.

I broke my ankle while on vacation in Massachusetts. I was lucky to get an appointment with Dr. Hegewald soon after we returned to Portland. Dr. Hegewald is confident, decisive, smart, and caring. Everyone I have dealt with in his office has been wonderful. Less than 3 months after my surgery I am walking again, which exceeded my expectations. I am very thankful to have had Dr. Hegewald in charge of my care.

I had surgery in April, 2024 to remove a bone spur and fix my Achilles tendon in my heel. Dr. Hegewald was honest and forthcoming about what to expect from the time of surgery thru the healing process. The attention to my care was exceptional. He gave personal attention and made himself available for questions and concerns throughout my recovery. He met with me on several occasions and was encouraging about my healing journey. He even called my bluff if I wasn't working as hard as I should towards that end goal. I appreciated this greatly! His staff were incredible as well. They were very personable and genuinely interested in how I was doing during each and every visit or phone call. He reassured all doubts I had during this process. I have been fortunate enough to be ahead of schedule in my healing and I believe that's partly due to the encouragement and support I have received throughout this process. I highly recommended Dr. Hegewald and his staff to everyone I have spoken to about my journey and will continue to do so.

I had Achilles repair surgery late last year by Dr. Hegewald. The surgery was a complete success! I was at the point where I could only exercise on a very limited basis and have been able to resume all of my previous activities. He listened to my concerns and addressed everything prior and after surgery. I would highly recommend Dr. Hegewald.

I had surgery in April, 2024 to remove a bone spur and fix my Achilles tendon in my heel. Dr. Hegewald was honest and forthcoming about what to expect from the time of surgery thru the healing process. The attention to my care was exceptional. He gave personal attention and made himself available for questions and concerns throughout my recovery. He met with me on several occasions and was encouraging about my healing journey. He even called my bluff if I wasn't working as hard as I should towards that end goal. I appreciated this greatly! His staff were incredible as well. They were very personable and genuinely interested in how I was doing during each and every visit or phone call. He reassured all doubts I had during this process. I have been fortunate enough to be ahead of schedule in my healing and I believe that's partly due to the encouragement and support I have received throughout this process. I highly recommended Dr. Hegewald and his staff to everyone I have spoken to about my journey and will continue to do so.

I had Achilles repair surgery late last year by Dr. Hegewald. The surgery was a complete success! I was at the point where I could only exercise on a very limited basis and have been able to resume all of my previous activities. He listened to my concerns and addressed everything prior and after surgery. I would highly recommend Dr. Hegewald.

I'm immensely grateful to Dr. Hegewald, his skills, and thoughtfulness, and the time I'm living in. A century ago, I would have continued my life with a clump foot. In January 2024, I've had a bad fall (doing something so mundaine like taking out the recycling) and broke my tibia and fibula in in multiple pieces. The ER doctor prepared me for a long healing journey ahead as he referred me to the OSMC. The operation with Dr. Hegewald took twice as long as anticipated since he had to, literally, put the puzzle pieces that were my Fibula back together and make sure no bone debris was left behind. Usually, I like to follow my bodies cues with medications in general however Dr. Hegewald's treatment plan was so spot on, I followed it to a T managing post op pain and healing. Both, Dr. Hegewald, and Felicia have been most kind, patient, and encouraging through the entire process, helping me navigating through this experience with confidence. It is now middle of September and I'm happy to report that I've just walked 12.000 steps on Wildwood trail without pain or discomfort. I'm still healing and regaining my full ankle mobility but I can say, with confidence, that if you're in a similar position as me, you'll be in the best hands with Dr. Hegewald.

MD Hegewald saved my life! I suffered with flat feet, planter fasciitis, and suffered an ankle injury in March 2023. I was seen by podiatrist, orthopedist and sports medicine specialist all of whom wanted to do the most extreme (ankle fusion, total foot reconstruction) surgery that would end my running and hiking activities. MD Hegewald started with the basics; his great bedside manner and up-to-date medical knowledge and experience has allowed me to run again - pain free! I work in healthcare and know that all surgeons are not created equal. I cannot recommend MD Hegewald enough!

I'm immensely grateful to Dr. Hegewald, his skills, and thoughtfulness, and the time I'm living in. A century ago, I would have continued my life with a clump foot.

In January 2024, I've had a bad fall (doing something so mundaine like taking out the recycling) and broke my tibia and fibula in in multiple pieces. The ER doctor prepared me for a long healing journey ahead as he referred me to the OSMC.

The operation with Dr. Hegewald took twice as long as anticipated since he had to, literally, put the puzzle pieces that were my Fibula back together and make sure no bone debris was left behind.

Usually, I like to follow my bodies cues with medications in general however Dr. Hegewald's treatment plan was so spot on, I followed it to a T managing post op pain and healing.

Both, Dr. Hegewald, and Felicia have been most kind, patient, and encouraging through the entire process, helping me navigating through this experience with confidence.

It is now middle of September and I'm happy to report that I've just walked 12.000 steps on Wildwood trail without pain or discomfort.

I'm still healing and regaining my full ankle mobility but I can say, with confidence, that if you're in a similar position as me, you'll be in the best hands with Dr. Hegewald.

MD Hegewald saved my life! I suffered with flat feet, planter fasciitis, and suffered an ankle injury in March 2023. I was seen by podiatrist, orthopedist and sports medicine specialist all of whom wanted to do the most extreme (ankle fusion, total foot reconstruction) surgery that would end my running and hiking activities. MD Hegewald started with the basics; his great bedside manner and up-to-date medical knowledge and experience has allowed me to run again - pain free! I work in healthcare and know that all surgeons are not created equal. I cannot recommend MD Hegewald enough!

I'm immensely grateful to Dr. Hegewald, his skills, and thoughtfulness, and the time I'm living in. A century ago, I would have continued my life with a clump foot.

In January 2024, I've had a bad fall (doing something so mundaine like taking out the recycling) and broke my tibia and fibula in in multiple pieces. The ER doctor prepared me for a long healing journey ahead as he referred me to the OSMC.

The operation with Dr. Hegewald took twice as long as anticipated since he had to, literally, put the puzzle pieces that were my Fibula back together and make sure no bone debris was left behind.

Usually, I like to follow my bodies cues with medications in general however Dr. Hegewald's treatment plan was so spot on, I followed it to a T managing post op pain and healing.

Both, Dr. Hegewald, and Felicia have been most kind, patient, and encouraging through the entire process, helping me navigating through this experience with confidence.

It is now middle of September and I'm happy to report that I've just walked 12.000 steps on Wildwood trail without pain or discomfort.

I'm still healing and regaining my full ankle mobility but I can say, with confidence, that if you're in a similar position as me, you'll be in the best hands with Dr. Hegewald.

When I fell and broke my ankle, my biggest concern was that I wouldn’t regain sufficient strength and stability to be able to walk as much as I like to walk. Dr. Hegewald was very reassuring. It took a plate and nine screws to repair my trimalleolar fracture. His confidence, skill, and encouragement put my mind at ease. And, here I am, less than five months post-op, walking as much as I did before. I couldn’t be more pleased! Thank you, Dr. Hegewald!!

I had Achilles repair surgery late last year by Dr. Hegewald. The surgery was a complete success! I was at the point where I could only exercise on a very limited basis and have been able to resume all of my previous activities. He listened to my concerns and addressed everything prior and after surgery. I would highly recommend Dr. Hegewald.

I had surgery in April, 2024 to remove a bone spur and fix my Achilles tendon in my heel. Dr. Hegewald was honest and forthcoming about what to expect from the time of surgery thru the healing process. The attention to my care was exceptional. He gave personal attention and made himself available for questions and concerns throughout my recovery. He met with me on several occasions and was encouraging about my healing journey. He even called my bluff if I wasn’t working as hard as I should towards that end goal. I appreciated this greatly! His staff were incredible as well. They were very personable and genuinely interested in how I was doing during each and every visit or phone call. He reassured all doubts I had during this process. I have been fortunate enough to be ahead of schedule in my healing and I believe that’s partly due to the encouragement and support I have received throughout this process. I highly recommended Dr. Hegewald and his staff to everyone I have spoken to about my journey and will continue to do so.

I broke my ankle while on vacation in Massachusetts. I was lucky to get an appointment with Dr. Hegewald soon after we returned to Portland. Dr. Hegewald is confident, decisive, smart, and caring. Everyone I have dealt with in his office has been wonderful. Less than 3 months after my surgery I am walking again, which exceeded my expectations. I am very thankful to have had Dr. Hegewald in charge of my care.

I broke my leg in four places. They called it a Pilon fracture and it was a limb threatening injury. From the first meeting with Dr. Hegewald things have gone on schedule and as planned. Although my situation was very complicated Dr. Hegewald explained to me very clearly what the procedure would entail. He assured me that he would have me walking again where as the first surgeon I saw said that I would never drive a car again. Dr. Hegewald showed incredible skill in putting my leg back together. Through the x-rays you can see how it’s incredibly straight. Both he and I were very happy with his work. His office and staff were incredibly professional. On every appointment it seemed to run very smooth. Never a long wait to see the doctor. With each visit I could feel my leg getting better and stronger. I couldn’t have had a better experience with such a horrific situation as I was in. A big thankyou to Dr. Hegewald and his staff. I would recommend him to anyone who’s suffered a leg or foot fracture. Thanks again Dr. Hegewald you did an excellent job in helping me get back to my active life.

Dr Hegewald did an awesome job of repairing my ankle! I only have small scar of only one inch or so!! He was easily accessible by text! It was so helpful to be able to talk to him about the healing process, and what I could do. I was able to text him from our vacation in Phoenix to see if I could go into the public pool while my ankle was healing! His team is awesome too! Katie is so friendly!

I cannot thank Dr Kenneth Hegewald enough for performing ankle surgery December 2021. I kept having pesky ankle pain and had torn my tendon 5 times prior and had severe ankle instability. He thoroughly listed to my issues and we came up with a surgical game plan for the best outcome. I wasn’t even thinking about returning to the sport I love, running, but 9 months later post op, I’m back to running. Pain free! If anyone is having recurrent ankle issues or any ankle issues, I highly recommend Dr Hegewald. I even drive an hour each way to see him, and it was worth it.

I was a patient of Dr Hegewald when he was working in The Dalles. Its definitely worth the time to go to portland and see him at his new office to get the expertise treatment and surgery if needed on foot. He cares about his patients and will listens to you.

Entire staff is always very friendly and efficient. They always make sure all of my needs are met, going out of their way to fax things for me to my work and ensuring every detail of my recovery is flawless. Dr. Hegewald is the BEST. He has been my surgeon and helped me through two different foot injuries. He is very friendly and encouraging and extremely gifted. I feel so safe knowing he is my doctor and always feel so relieved after my appointments with him. He remembers details about my life and treats me like a friend. I can’t say enough wonderful things about Dr. Hegewald and his staff.

After losing nearly 50 lbs over the fall and winter due to a renewed effort to stay active and fit, I went to see Dr. Hegewald to see what could be done with my ankles that always hurt. I had been told years ago that I had arthritis in my ankles and was depressed to learn that both of my ankles were in pretty bad shape: Bone spurs, arthritis and instability. Wow. So depressing. Then he tells me that he could fix them and the procedure was pretty routine. “What did you say?!!” He then explains the ankle stabilization procedure and I told him to sign me up!

I’ve NEVER been under the knife, or under anesthesia so I was quite apprehensive. The procedure couldn’t have been easier. I had very little pain for a couple of days and was up and about on crutches on the 4th day and by three and 1/2 weeks, I was walking on it and the ankle feels great! Dr. Hegewald is kind, attentive, accessible, giving me his cell phone number to text or call him if I had any problems whatsoever. I experienced zero problems or complications, but texted him with a question or two and he got right back to me. His staff is professional and courteous. Dr. Hegewald is a professional, an artist. His fees were reasonable. Thank God that there are “foot geeks” in this world. I thought I was destined to live with achy feet the rest of my life. I can’t wait until I get the other one done. Thanks Dr. H.

A miracle worker for sure. Last year at this time could not even walk without pain because of flat foot arch. Was effecting almost every aspect of my life. You know the foot bone’s connected to the ankle bone and all the way up to my hips. We tried all the non-surgical remedies and finally had to go the surgery route. Last November Dr. Hegewald worked his magic and rebuilt my arch. It has been a difficult recovery but next month at this time I’m pretty sure I’ll be ready to run a marathon (although I never have been a runner!) Thanks a million and then some to Dr. Hegewald and all his support staff at Cascade Orthopedics!