Dr. Gerald Torgesen

DPM

2nd Opinion Bunion Surgery Diabetic Foot Care Foot/Ankle Revision Surgery Lapiplasty/Level Plantar Plate Repair Foot Surgery Regenerative Treatments Sports Medicine Acute Pain and Injuries Wound Care & Limb Preservation

Dr. Gerald Torgesen has over 25 years of experience, with specialized expertise in the treatment of chronic, non-healing wounds in the foot and lower leg.

Languages Spoken: English, Spanish

  • DPM, California College of Podiatric Medicine
  • Podiatric Surgical Residency, Northridge Hospital
  • ABFAS® Board Certified Foot Surgery
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Over 25 years of podiatric expertise

Dr. Gerald Torgesen is a podiatric physician and surgeon with Nevada Foot and Ankle. He has over 25 years of experience, with specialized expertise in the treatment of chronic, non-healing wounds in the foot and lower leg.

Originally from the Houston, Texas area, Dr. Torgesen earned his undergraduate degree in Spanish from Brigham Young University in 1994. He received his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from the California College of Podiatric Medicine in 1998. He completed his podiatric surgical residency at Northridge Hospital Medical Center in 2000.

Dr. Torgesen's residency training emphasized diabetic limb salvage, reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, and lower extremity trauma. He is skilled in correcting bunion deformities, hammertoes, bone spurs, and other foot conditions. His wound care expertise includes the use of Tenex Health System's minimally invasive ultrasonic treatment and Leneva plantar fat pad augmentation. He proudly serves a diverse patient population and is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Outside of work, Dr. Torgesen enjoys spending time with his six children, being outdoors, boating, woodworking, and home renovation projects.

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Awards & Publications

Certifications

ABFAS® Board Certified Foot Surgery

Education

  • Brigham Young University, B.A. in Spanish, 1994
  • California College of Podiatric Medicine, DPM, 1998
  • Northridge Hospital Podiatric Surgical Residency (PSR 24), 2000

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. Rose Dominican Hospitals, Siena Campus
  • St. Rose Dominican Hospitals, San Martin Campus
  • Boulder City Hospital

Patient Testimonials

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Helpful Professional Care

“Very helpful for my problem. Easy to talk too. Very professional.”

— Warren M.

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Clear Treatment Plan

“Very nice explained everything came up with a plan. Extremely happy with my visit.”

— Shannon M.

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Professional Trusted Doctor

“Wonderful Doctor and professionally run office. I would definitely recommend if you’re having foot/ankle issues.”

— Loren H.

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Professional Service

“Great experience, everyone is so professional and they have great customer service skills.”

— Christine V.

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Warm Welcome

“My experience was great . When I entered into the office everyone is smiling and very professional.”

— Kim M.

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Gentle Knowledgeable Doctor

“Great, very professional! The doctor was great and very knowledgeable and gentle!! And very professional and knowledgeable!! Thank you.” –

— Terry B.

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Timely Friendly First Visit

“This was my first visit to Nevada Foot & Ankle. They got me to see the doctor in a timely and friendly manner. The doctor was great and took care of my feet. I’m very happy. Thank you all.”

— Bruce P.

“Wonderful Doctor and professionally run office. I would definitely recommend if you're having foot/ankle issues.”

– Loren H.

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