Kelly John

Dr. Kelly John is an Assistant Professor in the Clinic — Foot and Ankle at Des Moines University's College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, where she joined in 2023. She holds a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) and Master of Health Care Administration from Des Moines University, and a bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences from the College of Saint Benedict. Her clinical training includes residencies at Broadlawns Medical Center (Des Moines) and Yale/VA Connecticut Healthcare (New Haven).

Her research and clinical practice focus on:

• Surgical and non-surgical flatfoot treatments
• Lapiplasty bunion correction techniques
• Management of acute/chronic foot conditions

Certifications & Awards:

• Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
• Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Medicine
• ABPS Certification: Foot and Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery

No information is available about current student advising, lab facilities, or grant funding.