Dr. Ilham Syed
DPM
Dr. Ilham Syed is a podiatric surgeon focused on minimally invasive techniques, Lapiplasty, and MIS Bunion Surgery, serving the Chicagoland community.
Languages Spoken: English
- DPM, Des Moines University
- Residency, Heritage Valley Beaver
- ABFAS® Board Qualified Foot Surgery and Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery (RRA)
Personalized care for the Chicagoland community
Dr. Ilham Syed was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, and is thrilled to serve the Chicagoland community.
She attained her undergraduate degree from Trinity University and her Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from Des Moines University. She completed her residency at Heritage Valley Beaver in Pennsylvania.
As a podiatric surgeon with a strong sense of community, Dr. Syed is passionate about providing the highest level of care to her patients and prioritizing personalized care. She is especially focused on minimally invasive surgical techniques, ensuring her patients a swift and safe return to activity. She specializes in Lapiplasty and MIS Bunion Surgery.
"I pride myself on providing excellent patient education and satisfaction," she said.
Dr. Syed enjoys spending time with her husband, exploring Chicago's food scene, visiting local bookstores, going on walks in the city, and traveling.
Awards & Publications
Certifications
ABFAS® Board Qualified Foot Surgery and Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery (RRA)
Education
- Undergraduate degree from Trinity University.
- Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from Des Moines University.
- Residency completed at Heritage Valley Beaver, Pennsylvania.
Publications
- Lawrence, M.C., Syed, I., Borenstein, N., McGlynn, K., Kunnathodi, M., Shahbazov, R., Kanak, M., Takita, M., Levy, M.F., Naziruddin, B. NFAT Targets Signaling Molecules to Gene Promoters in Pancreatic β-Cells, Molecular Endocrinology, Volume 29, Issue 2, 1 February 2015, Pages 274 to 288, https://doi.org/10.1210/me.2014-1066.
- Ferryanto E, Owor R, Syed I, Patel N. A Review of Novel Drugs For The Treatment Of Skin And Soft Tissue Infections In The Foot and Ankle, Podiatry Today, vol. 37, issue 5, May 2024.
Research
- Core Decompression for Treatment of Atraumatic Avascular Necrosis in Bilateral Ankles: A Case Report, APMA National Poster Presentation, Washington, DC 2024.
- Revisional Tibiotalocalcaneal Arthrodesis with Intramedullary Fibular Inlay Strut Graft for Hardware Failure: A Case Report, ACFAS Poster Presentation, Los Angeles, CA 2023.
- COVID-19 and the Impact of Lower Limb Amputation, a Pandemic within the Podiatric Community: A Retrospective Comparative Study, IADFS Poster Presentation, Bratislava, Slovakia 2022.
Awards and Honors
- Des Moines University Office of Community Relations Service Award.
- TA Recognition Award, Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
- APMA Educational Foundation Scholarship Recipient.
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