Christopher DeSutter, MD

Dr. DeSutter is a fellowship-trained board certified Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Foot and Ankle surgery. He works at the Saint Alphonsus Coughlin Clinic in Boise, Idaho. Dr. DeSutter completed his Medical Doctor degree with Special Training in Research at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. This was followed by completion of post graduate residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Alberta. He then completed his Fellowship in Foot and Ankle Reconstruction and Sports surgery under the direction of Dr. Mark Glazebrook and Dr. Joel Morash at the Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Center in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Dr. DeSutter is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery with both the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is an active member with the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) and member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS).

Philosophy of Care

I value good communication between myself and my patients so they can be fully aware and actively participate in their care process. My goal is to help improve patient function and pain through either nonoperative treatments and/or surgical intervention as appropriate. My team is here to facilitate your lifestyle needs.

In the Media

Do you suffer from ankle pain? Dr. DeSutter writes about the causes of ankle pain and several treatment options that are available.

Running is a great form of exercise. Dr. DeSutter blogs about its health benefits, and what to do if your enjoyment of running is disrupted by pain in your feet or ankles.