Dr. Anna Gurrera

Dr. Anna Gurrera is Board Certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. She is highly trained in all aspects of surgical and non-surgical treatment of the foot and ankle. She is originally from Glenview, Illinois and is proud to be serving her community in the Northwest suburbs. After graduating high school, she enlisted in the United States Army. Through her training and travel, Dr. Gurrera gained invaluable experience that helped prepare her for a professional career in podiatry. After returning home, she served the Army Reserve while attending the University of Illinois Chicago, where she received a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. After completing her undergraduate studies, she attended Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in North Chicago, IL and obtained her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine. She then completed a comprehensive three year podiatric medical and surgical residency program at Rush University Medical Center and NorthShore University Health System. In her free time, Dr. Anna enjoys crossfit training, boxing, kickboxing, running, biking, and traveling.

 

“My goal is to get my patients back to their daily routine and doing the things they love, pain-free. If possible, I always start with conservative treatment options. I strive to comfort my patients by educating them and building relationships of mutual respect and trust.” 

-Dr. Anna

 

Education:

• Rush University Medical Center – Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Residency, 2009-2012
• Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine – Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, 2005-2009
• University of Illinois at Chicago – Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology, 2001-2005

Honors:

• Durlacher Honor Society, Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine
• National Society of Collegiate Scholars, University of Illinois at Chicago
• Golden Key International Honor Society, University of Illinois at Chicago
• U.S. Army 2002 First Army Soldier of the Year Award

Certifications:

• Board Certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
• National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners Part I-II

Specialties:

• Bunion Correction
• Hammer Toe Correction
• Heel Pain Treatment
• Diabetic Foot Care
• Foot and Ankle Trauma
• Wound Care
• Laser Treatment
• Custom Modeled Orthotics
• Ingrown Toenail Procedures

Hospital/Surgical Center Affiliations:

• Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
• Aiden Center for Day Surgery
• Ashton Center for Day Surgery
• Oak Brook Surgical Center