What is a Pedorthist?

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Stan’s mission is to provide excellence in fit, service and quality. We promise to offer outstanding value, meet the footwear needs of our customers and grow as a healthy and enduring business. All of Stan’s Fit Specialists receive continuing education to stay current with the needs of each individual. We make it a priority to address the footwear and foot care needs of every individual. In addition to our Fit Specialists, Stan’s has the expertise of ABC Certified Pedorthists who are able to assist you with your needs at each location.

See our Foot Health page for common foot issues that we are able to assist with.

Stan’s Board Certified Pedorthists:

  • Evaluate a client’s foot
  • Are educated in foot anatomy and function
  • Are educated in the use of footwear and over-the-counter orthotics to correct and accommodate foot and ankle conditions
  • Fill a doctor’s recommendation and/or evaluate for over-the-counter orthotics
  • Know how to work with individuals who are effected by diabetes, arthritis, sports injuries and other medical issues
  • NOTE: A Board Certified C.PED is NOT a medical doctor.

Meet Our Pedorthists

     

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Andy is the Director of Operations for Stan’s Fit For Your Feet, Goodmiles Running Company and Waxberg’s Walk Shoppe. A Valparaiso University graduate with a degree in Finance and International Business and a minor in Music, Andy also has a law degree from Marquette University. He became a Certified Pedorthist through the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics in 2012. Andy grew up in his family’s business. He has worked at all of Stan’s locations and rejoined the business as Assistant Manager in Glendale in 2011. In his free time, Andy plays cello and serves as a board member for the Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra. He enjoys spending time with his wife and two children and cooking them great, healthy food. Regarding his philosophy on foot health, Andy says, “We are only made with one pair of feet, so we must take care of them. They are our body’s foundation and are keys to many health issues. By taking care of our feet, we can help our bodies work more efficiently and with less pain, which makes our work and leisure time more enjoyable. Great shoes can make such a big difference! As I tell my customers, shoes are cheap medicine and you get to pick the color.”

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David is Director of Merchandising at Goodmiles Running Company, Waxberg’s Walk Shoppe and Stan’s Fit For Your Feet in Brookfield. A Marquette University graduate with degrees in Finance and Marketing, David grew up working for his family’s business. He joined the company full-time in 2007 and has held positions as a stock boy, Fit Specialist and Assistant Manager. David obtained his Certified Pedorthist degree at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine in 2008. He says, “My favorite part of being a Certified Pedorthist is solving my customer’s foot-related issues. Between a good quality pair of shoes and a pair of orthotics we can do amazing things.” In his free time, David enjoys cooking.   

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Ben is the Director of Community Outreach for Stan’s Fit For Your Feet, Goodmiles Running Company and Waxberg’s Walk Shoppe. He is a Loyola University Chicago graduate with a degree in Advertising/Public Relations and International Film and Media Studies and a minor in Computer Graphics. He became a Certified Pedorthist through the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics in 2012. He is also certified as a Good Form Walking and Running Coach. Ben has worked for his family’s business, Stan’s Fit For Your Feet & Goodmiles Running Company, most of his life. He officially joined the company in 2002 and has worked at all of Stan’s locations, previously as manager of Goodmiles Running Company. In his free time, Ben likes to camp, hike and kayak. He is comfortable in addressing many foot types and foot ailments. “I enjoy helping people find the shoe that will best serve their particular function and needs,” says Ben.

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Megan is the Marketing Director for Stan’s Fit For Your Feet, Goodmiles Running Company and Waxberg’s Walk Shoppe. A Marquette University graduate with a degree in Advertising and Marketing and a minor in Music, Megan joined her family’s business full-time in 2010 and became a Certified Pedorthist through the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics in 2012. She previously worked as a Fit Specialist at Stan’s and as a teacher at Marquette University High School. In her free time, Megan enjoys singing, running and practicing yoga. Megan is proud that Stan’s and Goodmiles offer footwear for a variety of purposes. “At Stan’s and Goodmiles Running,” she says, “you don’t have to compromise fashion for comfort.” 

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Keith is a Pedorthist and Certified Fit Specialist at Stan’s Fit For Your Feet in Glendale. He obtained his Pedorthic training in 2000 from the Medical College of Wisconsin. Keith joined Stan’s in 2001 and has continued to make a difference in his client’s lives. When he is not working, Keith enjoys golfing and spending time with his grandchildren. His motto is “Keep your feet sweet!”