Your next step on the path to better health
Holistic, Functional Medicine meets Board Certified foot and ankle expertise in the heart of Oregon City
Same-day visits
No referrals needed
Accepting New Patients
No surprise bills
Care Without Compromise
The modern healthcare system often gets between you and your doctor—rushed visits, insurance restrictions, and treatment decisions driven by coverage rather than compassion. At Pathways Foot & Ankle, we've chosen a different path.
By stepping outside the traditional insurance model, we've removed the barriers that compromise care. That means:
- Unhurried appointments where you're truly heard
- Treatment plans based on what's best for you—not what an insurer will approve
- Complete price transparency with no surprise bills
- No waiting weeks for authorizations or referrals
Comprehensive exam, diagnosis, and treatment plan
- For acute and chronic pain, injuries, painful neuropathy, or second opinions
- Includes diagnostic ultrasound
Prescription devices made specifically for your feet
- Includes comprehensive foot exam and biomechanical analysis
- Custom casting and fitting appointment
- One pair of prescription custom orthotics
Safe in‑office removal, same‑day visit often available
- Includes comprehensive exam and diagnosis
- In‑office procedure with local anesthesia
- Includes one post‑op visit to ensure proper healing
Evaluation and treatment of thick, discolored, or painful toenails
- Includes exam and diagnosis
- Includes KOH testing to confirm fungal diagnosis
- Includes first toenail laser treatment session
Conditions Treated
Your feet are the foundation of everything you do. When something feels off — whether it's a sharp pain, a strange lump, a stubborn skin issue, or a condition linked to another health problem — care is available. At Pathways Foot & Ankle, the full range of foot and ankle conditions are diagnosed and treated, from common problems like ingrown toenails and plantar fasciitis to complex deformities and foot conditions brought on by systemic conditions.
Acute & Chronic Pain
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Ankle Instability
- Foot and Toe Arthritis
- Fractures
- Heel Pain
- Neuromas & Nerve Pain
- Nonunions
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Posterior Tibial Tendinitis
- Sports Injuries
- Stress Fractures
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
- Tendinitis
Deformities & Skin Conditions
- Bunions
- Cavus Foot
- Corns/Calluses
- Flat Feet
- Hammertoes & Crossover Toes
- Ingrown Toenails
- Skin Cancer of the Foot
- Toenail Fungus
- Ulcers / Wounds
- Warts
Systemic Conditions Affecting the Feet
- Auto-immune Diseases
- Connective Tissue Disorders
- Diabetes & Diabetic Foot
- Gout
- Parkinson's Disease
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Raynaud's Disease
Advanced In-Office Care & Services
Functional Medicine
Foot problems often stem from whole-body inflammation, metabolic issues, or nutritional deficiencies. Functional medicine is a holistic approach that treats the root cause — not just symptoms.
Second Opinions
Considering surgery or a major treatment and want to make sure it's the right path? A second opinion can give you peace of mind and confidence in your next step. Dr. Clifford provides honest, expert assessments — no pressure, no rush.
Diagnostic Ultrasound
Painless, radiation-free imaging of tendons, ligaments, and nerves. Ideal for diagnosing plantar fasciitis, tendon tears, neuromas, and cysts.
Custom Orthotics
Prescription devices made specifically for your feet. Correct your unique biomechanics, relieve pressure points, and prevent reinjury.
Shockwave Therapy
Non-invasive sound waves stimulate healing for plantar fasciitis, neuropathy, neuromas, nerve pain, nonunions, and Achilles tendinitis. No needles, no downtime.
Toenail Removal
Safe in-office removal for infected, ingrown, thickened, or painful nails. Quick procedure that can be made permanent.
Non-Surgical Ingrown Toenail Treatment
Noninvasive nail brace technology gently lifts and guides the nail to grow correctly without surgery. Painless, no needles, no downtime.
Cortisone Injections
Powerful anti-inflammatory shot for arthritis, tendinitis, and plantar fasciitis. Relief begins within days and lasts weeks to months.
Regenerative Injection Therapy
Reduces inflammation while healing, not just masking symptoms. Ideal for chronic tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, arthritis, and nerve pain.
Laser Therapy for Toenail Fungus
Specialized laser energy safely heats and destroys toenail fungus without damaging the surrounding skin or nail. The treatment is painless, requires no needles or anesthesia, and has no downtime.
Routine Nail and Callus Care
Medical assessment and treatment of thick, fungal, or deformed nails and painful calluses to restore comfort and mobility. Ideal for diabetics and seniors.
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Small incisions (less than 1 cm) correct bunions, hammertoes, and neuromas. Less pain, faster recovery, and no large scars.
Craig E. Clifford, DPM, MHA
Dr. Clifford completed his residency training at the Franciscan Foot and Ankle Institute in Washington, where he later served as Director of Residency Training. During his teaching tenure, he received multiple honors including Clinician of the Year, Instructor of the Year, and Outstanding Teaching Award. In 2020, he was named Physician of the Year by the Washington State Podiatric Medical Association.
Though highly trained in advanced surgical techniques, Dr. Clifford came to recognize that most foot and ankle surgery can be avoided with appropriate conservative care. In 2022, he left his successful high-volume surgical practice to focus on expanding patient access to cutting-edge nonsurgical treatment—though he continues to perform surgery when necessary, utilizing the latest advancements in minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Clifford understands that there is no "one size fits all" solution in medicine, and every patient deserves an individualized, evidence-based approach, not a generic treatment plan.
Recognitions & Leadership
- Physician of the Year2020
- Clinician of the Year2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2021, 2022
- Instructor of the Year2019
- Outstanding Teaching Award2015, 2020
- Editorial roles & peer reviewer for multiple medical journals
- Board of Directors, International Foot & Ankle Foundation2016-2026
- 10+ years volunteering, Yucatán Children's Project, Mexico
Take the next step — reach out today
Pathways Foot & Ankle - Dr. Craig Clifford
216 14th St, Oregon City, OR 97045
(971) 359-5299 — Call Dr. Clifford directly
Same-day & next-day appointments available, no referral needed
House calls also available throughout the region.