Dr. Geoffrey Bricker DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Foot & Ankle Surgery
1540 E EVERGREEN ST SPRINGFIELD MO, 65803About
Dr. Geoffrey Bricker is a podiatrist practicing in Springfield, MO. Dr. Bricker is a doctor of podiatric medicine specializing in the treatment of the foot and ankle. He is board certified in foot and ankle surgery. Certified in use of the musculoskeletal Lazer. Lectures on advanced injection therapy techniques including wart elimination, neuroma treatment, prolotherapy for joint treatment and careful use of steroid injections. He was past president of the Missouri Podiatric Medical Association and a consultant to Missouri State University Athletics.
Education and Training
DPM at Temple University
Board Certification
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Provider Details
Dr. Geoffrey Bricker DPM's Expert Contributions
I have foot pain?
Could be a fracture or contusion. Only an x-ray or MRI can differentiate. READ MORE
Injured toenail?
Pull out off and do epsom salt soaks for one week. READ MORE
I have constant foot pain?
Could be gout. Need evaluation. READ MORE
I have a wound on hallux?
Chronic infected ingrown toenails need surgery to fix. READ MORE
Should I go to urgent care because of my hurt ankle?
At your age I would recommend urgent care. READ MORE
I have shin pain after ankle fusion surgery?
Could be a stress fracture. Should have an X-ray taken, preferably by the surgeon. READ MORE
Could cold feet be nerve pain?
Sounds more vascular. Keep the appt with vascular lab. READ MORE
I'm having itching from using Santyl for my foot ulcer?
Check with your provider. READ MORE
I have a cut in the inward side of my right foot?
Needs to be examined. READ MORE
How to manage my foot pain?
Need to have professional evaluation. READ MORE
Starting of ingrown toenail?
If it's not infected you can try the wool, otherwise see a podiatrist. READ MORE
Leg pain?
Sounds like it could be our circulation. That needs to be tested. GCB READ MORE
How long is a hospital stay after ankle replacement surgery?
That would be up there surgeon. READ MORE
How do I treat plantar warts?
Home treatment is Epsom salt speaks, which sometimes works. My definitive treatment is immunotherapy injection with bleomycin. Best therapy I have ever used. GCB READ MORE
Foot muscle pain?
Try I've and an arch support. If not better in one week, should be checked. GCB READ MORE
Red ankles?
Sounds like you need compression house. READ MORE
Retention of fluid to feet and lower legs?
This type of swelling can be venous insufficiency, kidney failure or heart problems. Should be evaluated. GCB READ MORE
Dark circles on feet?
They are hyperpigmentation due to pressure from shoes. Nothing to worry about. GCB READ MORE
Should I go to ER, urgent care or wait?
Sounds like tarsal tunnel syndrome. Often missed. Sometimes a steroid injection around the nerve helps, many times surgery, tarsal tunnel release is necessary. Seek another opinion. In my town, only podiatrists are doing this procedure. Geoffrey Bricker, DPM READ MORE
How to combat foot pain?
Not enough info to help. Please see a podiatrist. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Past President 2009 Missouri Podiatric Medical Association
Professional Memberships
- American Podiatric Medical Association, Inc
- Missouri podiatric medical association
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Children's charities
Professional Society Memberships
- The Missouri Podiatric Medical Association- Past President
What do you attribute your success to?
- Being educated to obtain superior intelligence and his ability to perform surgery.
Hobbies / Sports
- Motorcycles, Boating, Martial Arts
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