Originally from Minnesota, Dr. Timothy Henne brings over two decades of experience in advanced foot and ankle care. A former college hockey player, his interest in podiatry began after helping an injured teammate—and discovering just how impactful expert foot care can be.

Dr. Henne earned his degree from Des Moines Medical University and completed a three-year surgical residency at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh. He’s Board Certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery and recently expanded his skills with minimally invasive surgical training.

Straightforward, highly skilled, and passionate about results, Dr. Henne co-founded The Center for Ankle and Foot Care with his wife, Dr. Michelle McGowan. Together, they’ve built a patient-first clinic focused on innovative treatments, lasting relief, and getting people back on their feet.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Henne enjoys family life with their three daughters and traveling in their RV to support their kids’ sports adventures.

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Driven by a passion for helping others heal, Dr. Michele McGowan co-founded The Center for Ankle and Foot Care in 2002. Her journey into podiatry began after a serious knee injury as a teen athlete, which sparked her fascination with medicine and sports recovery.

She earned her degree in Biology and Vertebrate Physiology from Penn State before completing her podiatric medical training at Des Moines Medical University. Dr. McGowan went on to complete her surgical residency at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh and is Board Certified in Foot Surgery.

Known for her compassionate approach and dedication to innovation, Dr. McGowan leads the clinic’s work in regenerative medicine and 3D-printed custom orthotics—technology she personally helped develop and perfect.

Outside the clinic, she’s a busy mom of three, a dedicated sports parent, and a fan of RV adventures with her family. Her favourite part of clinic life? Helping people move better, feel better, and get back to doing what they love.

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