Jakob Thorud, DPM

Jakob Thorud, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist specializing in wound care at MercyOne North Iowa Vascular and Wound Center. Conditions he frequently treats include:

• Foot and ankle trauma
• Fractures
• Foot and ankle wounds (diabetic, arterial, venous stasis, traumatic and surgical)
• Deformities of the foot and ankle
• Arthritis of the foot and ankle
• Tendinitis and plantar fasciitis
• Sport-related injuries

Procedures he performs include:

• Wound debridement
• Limb salvage procedures (osteomyelitis and infections)
• Surgical and nonsurgical fracture care
• Forefoot reconstruction (bunions, hammertoes and hallux rigidus)
• Rearfoot and ankle reconstruction (flatfoot/cavus deformities and tendon repair)
• Cortisone injections
• Minimally invasive surgery

Dr. Thorud's deeply invested in your health journey and treats you the way he would treat his own family. He believes honesty is essential, and he works to earn your trust rather than expect it. In his practice, he values shared decision-making, offering guidance so you can make informed decisions about your care.

His approach is grounded in evidence-based medicine, shaped by both academic rigor and real-world experience. Beyond academics, he brings a full array of comprehensive nonsurgical and advanced surgical expertise.

Outside of work, Dr. Thorud likes to spend time gardening and exploring state and national parks with his wife, two children and two dogs. He's a strong advocate for personal growth and fitness and is an avid runner and cyclist and has completed numerous endurance events, including an Ironman triathlon.