Summary

Dr. Jason Nowak is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon with extensive experience in complex foot and ankle reconstruction, sports injuries, trauma, and fracture care, and a nationally recognized focus on total ankle replacement.He is the founder of the Shasta Ortho Foot & Ankle Institute and the founding director of the Northern California Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Fellowship Program, where he trained numerous fellows in advanced foot and ankle surgery. Over more than a decade in a large, high-volume orthopedic group in Northern California, Dr. Nowak developed a practice centered on complex ankle and rearfoot pathology, with particular emphasis on primary and revision total ankle replacement.Dr. Nowak has a special interest in total ankle replacement and revision total ankle surgery and has performed a high volume of these procedures throughout his career. His experience spans primary replacements, complex revisions, salvage reconstruction, and challenging deformity correction. He has also been intimately involved in the design and development of new total ankle replacement implants, contributing clinical insight to advance implant technology and surgical technique.A well-published author, Dr. Nowak has contributed numerous articles to peer-reviewed medical journals on total ankle replacement and other reconstructive foot and ankle procedures. He has authored multiple textbook chapters, including work on total talus replacement and advanced reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle. He is a national lecturer and educator, regularly teaching surgeons across the country on total ankle replacement, ankle and rearfoot reconstruction, and complex surgical decision-making.While recognized for his expertise in total ankle replacement, Dr.. Nowak provides comprehensive foot and ankle care, including sports injuries, trauma, fractures, deformity correction, arthritis management, and complex reconstructive surgery.After practicing in Northern California for the past 12 years, Dr. Nowak relocated to his home state of Wisconsin, where he was born and raised, to be closer to family and raise his children. He is committed to bringing advanced, evidence-based foot and ankle care to the community while continuing his dedication to surgical innovation, education, and excellence in patient outcomes.I believe in treating patients like family - with respect, honesty, and clear communication. My team approach combines evidence-based medicine with both conservative treatment and advanced surgical skills to restore function and improve quality of life.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.6
  • 16 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

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16 Years of Experience
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Manitowoc , WIManitowoc , WIGreenfield , WISheboygan , WI
Med School: Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Jason Nowak

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Medical Specialties

Jason Nowak has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Jason Nowak has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Athlete's Foot
  • Bunion
  • Callus
  • Foot Pain
  • Hammer Toe
  • Neuroma
  • Plantar Fasciitis

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Jason Nowak holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Doctor Of Podiatric Medicine with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2010.

NPI Number

Jason Nowak's NPI number is 1831402155.

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Which hospitals is Jason Nowak affiliated with?
Jason Nowak is affiliated with Shasta Regional Medical Center Llc, Mercy Medical Center Redding, and Saint Elizabeth Community Hospital.
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What languages does Jason Nowak speak?
Jason Nowak speaks English.

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