
David A. Kretch, DPM
Owner
Dr. David A. Kretch, originally from Cleveland, earned his bachelor’s degree from Ohio State University and his doctorate in Podiatric Medicine from Kent State University. He then completed his residency training in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery with added credentialing in reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery at Rush University Medical Center. During his residency, Dr. Kretch was trained on the latest and most advanced techniques by leading podiatric and orthopedic surgeons in the Chicago area. He also completed a mini fellowship in dermatopathology at Bako diagnostics. After residency, Dr. Kretch, gained further clinical experience working in private practice in Chicago, and as teaching faculty at Swedish Covenant Hospital.
Dr. Kretch is Board Certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and is an Associate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He currently serves on the board of directors for the Institute of Podiatric Medicine and Development.
All of these experiences have prepared Dr. Kretch for a comprehensive podiatric practice, where he employs evidence-based protocols in the surgical and medical treatment of foot and ankle pathology. He takes pride in utilizing cutting edge surgical techniques as a last result in patients who fail or would not benefit from a more conservative approach and he strives to care for each of his patients as if they were members of his own family. Outside of medicine, he is a huge Cavs, Indians, Browns, and Buckeye football fan.
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Mikayla Sizer
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“I highly recommend Elevate Foot & Ankle Rocky River. The front desk staff is amazing and personable, and promptly answers the phone to schedule appointments and answer any questions. I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Kretch, who operated on both of my feet for tailor's bunion (bunionette) removal, with a very severe bilateral bone deformity. It was quite the task for him, apparently one of the strongest cases he had ever seen, but he was able to fix me up and my pain from all of the rubbing was gone in no time. I don’t feel the implants at all. The scars healed beautifully and I can now say that I can comfortably wear my shoes after many years of struggling with rubbing and pain. In addition to my surgery, Dr. Kretch also provided a steroid injection in my right foot to treat plantar fasciitis, which temporarily helped but we ended up going the amniotic injection route which has drastically improved my pain alongside physical therapy. I am on my feet all day at work so this is such a relief for daily comfort. I have one more injection scheduled and am hopeful to be fully pain free very soon. Dr. Kretch is amazing and you can really tell he loves what he does and cares about your well-being. He is extremely talented, knowledgeable, accommodating, and professional, and will get you what you need in order to feel like your best self. 5/5 stars, 10/5 if I could. ”
Chris Monache
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“Had been dealing with bones spurs in both left and right achilles for over 5 years. Received medications and stretching advice from doctors in both Japan and the US for many years but the issue never became manageable until I met Dr. Kretch. He helped me make informed decisions about various treatment options that were best for my situation. I went from having pain in my achilles 80% - 100% of the time down to 0% - 10%. I have even started slow jogging again and have averaged 10K -15K steps per day up from less that 5K steps. I am very happy with my progress and support received from Dr. Kretch and his team.”
Marcy Feldt
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“I saw Dr. Kretch for a very painful arthritic first knuckle inside my foot of big toe. It was full of bone spurs and became large and uncomfortable. I couldn’t ask for a better doctor for this. I am super satisfied with his work and the office. I had to have the knuckle removed and an implant done. In only three weeks I am back on my feet again. He is a great person and does great work; great doctor all around. He came highly recommended to me and I highly recommend him also now.”
Shea Scheib
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“Dr. David Kretch is a wonderful foot doctor. Very nice and respectful. Went to two different hospitals both misdiagnosed me. Went to Dr Kretch and he diagnosed me right the first time. I would recommend if you have a foot problem to go see him. I would also like to say his staff is also nice and respectful. I will definitely go back there. Thank you for what you have done for me.”
Jane Schade
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"Anyone looking for a wonderful office staff and doctor for their foot problems has got to get to Elevate Foot & Ankle! They are very knowledgeable and friendly. I really appreciated Dr. Kretch; his attention to detail was excellent, and I believe the staff and he went completely overboard to accommodate my needs!”
Stephanie Tulauskas
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“Dr. Kretch took excellent care of my husband on 1-6-2020. He was seen for his foot injury the same day. The staff is very polite and professional. Dr. Kretch is amazing!!!!! Excellent foot doctor. He fixed my foot. Surgery went excellent for me and my husband.”
Rachel Rosen
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“Nothing like a toe emergency to start my Friday! Dr. Kretch’s team was so professional and showed the utmost concern regarding my emergency. Dr. Kretch was kind, caring, and compassionate and his bedside manner was calming during a very stressful situation. I would highly recommend Dr. Kretch and his entire team to anyone!”