Dr. Diamond Cares for Patients at the Chicago Marathon

In the bustling heart of Chicago, where the city’s pulse beats strongest during its annual marathon, one podiatrist is making strides in more ways than one. Dr. Matthew Diamond of Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine isn’t just treating feet – he’s running towards a future of equitable healthcare.

This past weekend, as thousands of runners pounded the pavement in the Windy City, Dr. Diamond was there, not as a participant, but as a vital support system. Volunteering his time and expertise, he tended to a myriad of foot and ankle issues that plague long-distance runners: ankle sprains, Achilles tendonitis, stress fractures, and the ever-dreaded plantar fasciitis.

But Dr. Diamond’s commitment to foot health extends far beyond the finish line of this prestigious event. As a key member of Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, he’s part of a larger mission to address health disparities in Chicago. With 14 offices spread across the city, Genesis has made it their goal to focus on Medicaid patients, bringing top-tier orthopedic care to communities that have historically been underserved.

“Every step counts,” Dr. Diamond often says, and he means it both literally and figuratively. In his practice, he sees firsthand how proper foot care can be a stepping stone to overall health and wellbeing. For Medicaid patients, who may face numerous barriers to accessing specialized care, having a dedicated podiatrist can make all the difference.

The Chicago Marathon provided Dr. Diamond with a unique opportunity to combine his passion for sports medicine with his commitment to community health. “Marathon runners and our everyday patients aren’t as different as you might think,” he explains. “They’re all pushing their bodies to the limit, whether it’s running 26.2 miles or simply trying to make it through a long day at work. Our job is to keep them on their feet, pain-free, and moving forward.”

Dr. Diamond’s approach embodies the ethos of Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. By bringing the same level of care he provides to elite athletes to Medicaid patients, he’s helping to level the playing field in healthcare. It’s a marathon, not a sprint, towards health equity – and with dedicated professionals like Dr. Diamond leading the charge, Chicago is well on its way to crossing that finish line.

As the city recovers from the excitement of the marathon, Dr. Diamond is already back at work in one of Genesis’s 14 offices, treating patients with the same enthusiasm and expertise he brought to the race. Because for him, every patient deserves to put their best foot forward.