Kayla Yazhari, DPM, always knew she wanted to care for people. Her mother was a nurse at a local nursing home, and when she was old enough, Kayla worked there as a certified nursing assistant. Years later, as she was choosing a medical field, she related podiatry to how she used to help her father repair equipment on their family farm.
“I love fixing things and helping patients feel better,” said Dr. Yazhari. “There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing someone go from being in pain to feeling better.”
You have access to Dr. Yazhari’s expert podiatry services right here in Yankton at Avera Medical Group Podiatry, where she helps restore mobility and get people on their feet again.
An Expert in Foot and Ankle Care
Using surgical and nonsurgical methods, Dr. Yazhari cares for a variety of injuries and conditions of the foot and ankle, such as:
- Bone and joint issues – arthritis, bone spurs, bunions, flat feet, hammertoes, high arches, etc.
- Burning, numbness and tingly feet
- Diabetic foot care
- Fractures of the ankle and foot
- Infections and inflammation
- Pediatric conditions
- Plantar fasciitis
- Skin and nail conditions
- Sports and overuse injuries
- Sprains and soft tissue injuries
One area of Dr. Yazhari finds meaningful is helping patients manage foot and ankle trauma. These challenging cases allow her to dig in, combining technical precision with the opportunity to change the course of a patient’s life.
Active Lifestyle
When she’s not at work, Dr. Yazhari enjoys spending time with her family and snuggling with their English bulldog, Frank. Their active and enriching lifestyle includes biking, hiking and embracing new cultures in their travels.
