Dr. Eric Bartel specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle conditions, fractures and musculoskeletal system disorders--bone, joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons, nerves and skin of the lower extremities. Dr. Bartel uses leading-edge surgical and non-invasive techniques to treat everything from arthritic conditions and foot deformities to traumatic musculoskeletal injuries.
Dr. Eric Bartel specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle conditions, fractures and musculoskeletal system disorders--bone, joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons, nerves and skin of the lower extremities. Dr. Bartel uses leading-edge surgical and non-invasive techniques to treat everything from arthritic conditions and foot deformities to traumatic musculoskeletal injuries.
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Yesterday I had a left foot bone fusion surgery performed by Dr Bartel. I've been seeing him for over 2 years for for foot arthritis pain and while the shots in my feet every 3 months helped, the pain was starting to come back after 2 months so he recommended this surgery. He's super nice and very professional every time I see him and explains things very well. I was also very impressed with he surgical floor in the S building. If I hadn't known better I would have thought I was at Delnor. It was like a real hospital and all the nursing staff were super nice and helpful. Great experience over all except for the pain and nausea post surgery but they gave me medication for both and I'm feeling so much better today. It's going to be a long recovery (12 weeks) but I'm hoping in a few months I can walk pain free or at least without as much pain as prior.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Very professional- bedside manner excellent
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Doctor Bartel is easy to talk to. He takes his time with you. He answered all my questions. Getting an appointment was quick and easy. Office staff is amazing.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Great
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Bartel & his staff are wonderful. All the things that you want in a team that works together like a well-oiled machine from the patient perspective. The kindness, compassion, efficiency, sense of humor, and most of all, the knowledge in doing what needs to be done all make me, as a patient, feel I will be well taken care of.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Bartel and his staff are excellent
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
I'm very grateful for Dr. Bartel, and Fox Valley Orthopedic! Excellent care so far!
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
All around great experience, he was my second opinion and will be my doc forever.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Very professional and answered all my questions. Very thorough.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
PHENOMONAL doctor. I am so glad I found him. All of his staff (including at the surgical center) are also amazing.
Dr. Eric Bartel specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle conditions, fractures and musculoskeletal system disorders--bone, joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons, nerves and skin of the lower extremities. Dr. Bartel uses leading-edge surgical and non-invasive techniques to treat everything from arthritic conditions and foot deformities to traumatic musculoskeletal injuries.
It is Dr. Bartel’s primary goal to get patients back quickly to a pain-free, active lifestyle with minimal to no restrictions. Surgery is only an option when necessary, with physical rehabilitation and/or anti-inflammatory therapies (such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP), cortisone or viscosupplementation injections) used when possible.
A Fox Valley resident for the last 25 years, Dr. Bartel actively supports the community and participates in various fundraisers and events.
Yesterday I had a left foot bone fusion surgery performed by Dr Bartel. I've been seeing him for over 2 years for for foot arthritis pain and while the shots in my feet every 3 months helped, the pain was starting to come back after 2 months so he recommended this surgery. He's super nice and very professional every time I see him and explains things very well. I was also very impressed with he surgical floor in the S building. If I hadn't known better I would have thought I was at Delnor. It was like a real hospital and all the nursing staff were super nice and helpful. Great experience over all except for the pain and nausea post surgery but they gave me medication for both and I'm feeling so much better today. It's going to be a long recovery (12 weeks) but I'm hoping in a few months I can walk pain free or at least without as much pain as prior.
Very professional- bedside manner excellent
Doctor Bartel is easy to talk to. He takes his time with you. He answered all my questions. Getting an appointment was quick and easy. Office staff is amazing.
Great
Dr. Bartel & his staff are wonderful. All the things that you want in a team that works together like a well-oiled machine from the patient perspective. The kindness, compassion, efficiency, sense of humor, and most of all, the knowledge in doing what needs to be done all make me, as a patient, feel I will be well taken care of.
Dr Bartel and his staff are excellent
I'm very grateful for Dr. Bartel, and Fox Valley Orthopedic! Excellent care so far!
All around great experience, he was my second opinion and will be my doc forever.
Very professional and answered all my questions. Very thorough.
PHENOMONAL doctor. I am so glad I found him. All of his staff (including at the surgical center) are also amazing.