Summary

Kurt E. Kinghorn, DPM, is a foot and ankle surgeon and Idaho native with extensive training in both surgical and non-surgical podiatric care. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Brigham Young University-Idaho before completing his medical degree at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, now part of Kent State University. With a strong foundation in podiatric medicine and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, Dr. Kinghorn is committed to providing expert care for patients experiencing a wide range of foot and ankle conditions.

Dr. Kinghorn completed a three-year residency in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery with Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, Ohio, where he served as Chief Resident during his final year. During his training, he also spent two months at the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics in Baltimore, working alongside nationally recognized physicians on complex cases involving limb length discrepancies, femur and tibia deformities, foot deformities, and infant clubfoot casting. This advanced experience supports his ability to diagnose and treat both routine and complex podiatric conditions.

Dr. Kinghorn provides treatment for a variety of foot and ankle problems, including bunions, hammertoes, ankle fractures, plantar fasciitis, ligament sprains, and strains. He is experienced in both conservative management and surgical care, including modern bunion correction techniques such as the 3D Lapiplasty system. This broad clinical background allows him to care for patients with deformities, injuries, and chronic pain affecting the foot and ankle.

Services Offered:
  • Bunion Repair
  • 3D Lapiplasty Bunion Correction
  • Hammertoe Treatment
  • Ankle Fracture Care
  • Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
  • Ligament Sprain and Strain Treatment
  • Foot and Ankle Deformity Care
  • Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery
If you are experiencing foot or ankle pain, deformity, or discomfort, Dr. Kinghorn encourages you to schedule an appointment to discuss your symptoms and treatment options. He is dedicated to helping patients find relief, restore function, and return to the activities they enjoy with expert, compassionate care!
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Office Location

Ankle & Foot Medical Center

1540 W Cayuse Creek DrMeridian, ID 83646
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
TueClosed
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 15 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St Rita's Medical Center
  • 3 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kurt Kinghorn

  • Aetna
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • Moda Health
  • Optum Health
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • PacificSource Health Plans - Medicare
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Regence BlueShield of Idaho
  • SelectHealth
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kurt Kinghorn has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kurt Kinghorn has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • Sports Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Podiatrist, Idaho, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Rita's Medical Center2014

Medical School

Kent State University - Cleveland OhioGraduated in 2011

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What languages does Dr. Kurt Kinghorn speak?
Dr. Kurt Kinghorn speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kurt Kinghorn affiliated with?
Dr. Kurt Kinghorn is affiliated with Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center.

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