The Orthopedic Department at Boulder Medical Center, P.C.
About Us: Surgeon and Provider Information
Tara T. Parks, DPM
Podiatric Foot and Ankle Surgeon
Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Certified in Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery
Dr. Parks joined the Boulder Medical Center in 2007 as the podiatric foot and ankle specialist in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine. Dr. Parks was born in Wisconsin and later moved to Illinois where she completed her collegiate and medical education. She later moved to Colorado to begin her residency training in podiatric medicine and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Parks is proud to call Colorado home where she resides with her husband and two daughters. As a former collegiate runner at Southern Illinois University, she continues to run in hopes of completing a marathon in the future. She also enjoys biking, hiking and being a mom.
Medical Training & Specialty
Dr. Parks graduated cum laude with a Bachelor degree in Physiology and a minor in Psychology from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois. She received her medical degree at Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Parks completed her three year Podiatric Medicine and Surgery (PM&S-36) podiatric residency training at Highlands Presbyterian / St. Lukes in Denver, Colorado in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. She is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in Foot Surgery and Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery.
Dr. Parks has Extensive Experience & Training in:
Common Foot Disorders
- Toenail Disorders (Ingrown/Fungus)
- Bunions and Tailors bunions
- Hammertoes
- Neuroma
- Plantar Fasciitis
Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Surgery
- Flatfoot Deformities
- Ankle Instability
- Arthritic Disorders
Foot & Ankle Trauma
- Fractures
- Sprains
- Achilles Tendon Ruptures
Sports Medicine & Biomechanics
- Orthotics and Bracing
- Gait Analysis
Diabetic Limb Salvage
- Wound Care
- Charcot Arthropathy
Professional Affiliations
- Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Surgery (ABPS)
- Board Certified in Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery
- Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS)
Hospital Affiliations
Presentations & Research
- Stage Two Pre-Dislocation Syndrome: Retrospective Review.
Awaiting Publication by Residency
- Avascular Necrosis of the Lateral Cuneiform: A Case Presentation.
Awaiting Publication by Residency
- Calcaneal Fracture Nonunion: A Case Presentation.
Awaiting Publication by Residency with case presentation
- Avascular Necrosis.
Presented at the Colorado State Podiatry. Meeting December 2005
- Brostrom Lateral Ankle Stabilization: A Follow-up Study.
Presented Poster at American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS). Meeting March 2006
- Stage Two Pre-Dislocation Syndrome: Retrospective Review.
Presented results at the Highland’s Institute.
Meeting January 2008
Office Hours & Phone
Dr. Parks sees patients at the Broadway location of Boulder Medical Center on Monday afternoons and all day on Tuesday and Thursday. She is also available at the Avista Adventist location on Monday mornings. Dr. Parks performs surgery at the Ambulatory Surgery Unit (ASU) at Boulder Medical Center, Boulder Community Hospital, and Avista Adventist Hospital.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Parks please call 303-440-3036. Boulder Medical Center's office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Orthopedic office takes calls beginning at 8:00 a.m. However, specific hours for each physician may vary.
In case of emergency, Dr. Parks or one of her colleagues in the Orthopedic Department can be reached 24 hours a day by calling 303-440-3000.
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