Dr. Brandon Kunz, DPM, is a double board-certified podiatric physician and surgeon with a focus on comprehensive foot and ankle care. He earned his undergraduate degree from Augustana College, where he also played college basketball, and completed his medical training at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. He went on to complete his residency at Advocate Christ Medical Center as part of the inaugural class of podiatric residents.
Dr. Kunz is affiliated with Advocate Christ Medical Center and OSF Little Company of Mary Medical Center. His clinical interests include diabetic limb salvage, sports medicine injuries, foot and ankle trauma, pediatric foot care, and reconstruction of forefoot and rearfoot deformities. He is an active member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and the Illinois Association of Podiatric Physicians and Surgeons.
Originally from Chicago’s North Side, Dr. Kunz and his wife, Jaclyn, now proudly call the South Side home, where they live with their energetic husky, Fin. Outside of work, he enjoys biking, playing basketball, and reading—activities that reflect his lifelong commitment to health, balance, and personal growth. Dr. Kunz remains committed to lifelong learning and continues to play a critical role in the development and mentorship of residents at the Advocate Christ Podiatry Residency Program.
Dr. Kunz’s Specialties
Common conditions treated
- Achilles Tendonitis / Achilles tendon injuries
- Bunions and bunionettes
- Charcot’s joint
- Chronic instability of the ankle & foot
- Dislocation/subluxation of foot & ankle joints
- Flat foot
- Fractures of the foot/ankle
- Hallux rigidus
- Hammertoe(s)
- Heel spurs
- Metatarsalgia
- Osteoarthritis of ankle & foot
- Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) of the foot/ankle
- Peroneal tendonitis
- Plantar fasciitis
- Plantar nerve lesion
- Posterior tibial tendonitis
- Sprains and strains of foot/ankle
- Synovitis and tenosynovitis of foot/ankle
- Ulcers of the foot
Common procedures performed
- Achilles tendon rupture repair
- Arthroscopy of ankle
- Bunion surgery (scarf osteotomy)
- Calcaneal osteotomy
- Gastrocnemius release (Strayer procedure)
- Hammertoe correction
- Lateral column lengthening (Evans osteotomy)
- Lateral ligament reconstruction
- MTP joint fusion
- Surgical treatment of foot/ankle fractures
- Tibiotalocalcaneal fusion
- Total Ankle Arthroplasty
- Triple arthrodesis
- Ultrasound-Guided Cortisone (Steroid) Injections
- Weil osteotomy
Education
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- Undergraduate: Augustana College (Rock Island, IL)
- Medical School: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
- Residency: Advocate Christ Medical Center
Certifications & licensure
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- Diplomate, American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery® – Certified in Foot Surgery and Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery
- Board Certified, American Board of Podiatric Medicine



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