Dr. Katelyn Cleypool is a podiatrist with Foot and Ankle Specialists of West Michigan.
She earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from Grand Valley State University in 2017. She completed her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery in 2022. Dr. Cleypool completed her residency at Trinity Health Livonia in 2025.
Dr. Cleypool provides patient-focused care across a wide range of foot and ankle conditions. Her clinical expertise includes minimally invasive procedures, bunion surgery, podiatric surgery, trauma, wound care, and management of diabetic foot conditions. She also treats fractures and ankle and ligament sprains with a commitment to personalized recovery plans.
Outside of work, Dr. Cleypool enjoys fitness classes, lifting weights, hiking, and attending sporting events. She loves traveling with her husband and spending time with their newborn baby and their half-beagle dog.
Education
- Grand Valley State University, B.S. in Biology, 2017
- Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, DPM, 2022
- Trinity Health Livonia, Residency, 2025
Board Certifications
- ABFAS® Board Qualified in Foot Surgery
Publications
- Radiologic Evaluation and Comparative Analysis of First Metatarsal–Cuneiform Fusion Constructs Assessing Outcomes and Stability Across Varied Fusion Techniques, Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association
Press/News
- Stylish Walking Shoes That Podiatrists Swear By, Bustle Magazine
- 45 Bougie But Cheap Shoes That Podiatrists Swear By, Elite Daily
- 11 Affordable Travel Sandals For Anyone Who Already Blew Their Budget On The Vacation, Huffington Post
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We Asked Podiatrists About Their Favorite Shoes for High Arches—This Is What They Said, Eating Well