About Us

• Christopher M. Funk, DPM, Bradley A. Whitaker, DPM and Peter C. Merrill, DPM of Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists provide quality foot and ankle care to our patients in the Tucson, AZ area. We want our patients to have the information they need to make informed choices about their foot and ankle care. After making an accurate diagnosis, we begin an appropriate treatment with the highest quality of care available. At Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists, we specialize in treating young athletes with sports injuries as well as patients with diabetes. At our practice we treat tendonitis, arthritis, ankle sprains and instability, calluses and corns, athlete’s foot, bunions, flat feet, fungal toenail, hammertoe, heel pain and heel spurs, ingrown toenails, neuromas, plantar fasciitis and warts. We are expert in diagnosing and treating complications of diabetes including infections and wounds, neuropathy and poor circulation. We welcome patients of all ages and specialize in geriatric foot care. Our practice uses state-of-the-art technology for precise diagnoses and effective treatments. We create custom-fitted orthotics to address foot pain and discomfort caused by medical conditions. Orthotics help with biomechanical foot issues to help you walk, stand or run. We have three comfortable offices for your convenience located in Tucson, Oro Valley and Green Valley. We accept Medicare and most major insurance plans. Please call us or contact us through the website for an appointment.