Ken Dennis, DPM
A native Houstonian, Dr. Dennis grew up in the Memorial area. A 1974 Memorial High School graduate, he received a bachelor of science degree from the University of Texas – Austin and his degree in podiatric medicine from the California College of Podiatric Medicine.
Dr. Dennis completed a two-year residency program at the U.T. Health Science Center San Antonio and was named Chief Resident in 1985. In 1986 he completed a Fellowship in Training by the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine.
Dr. Dennis and his beautiful wife Kathy have lived and raised two fantastic kids in the Memorial area since 1986. They try to spend as many weekends as possible at their farm in New Ulm, Texas.
Professional Accomplishments:
– Chairman – Constitution and Bylaws Cmte.; TPMA – 1998-present
– Credential Committee member – Memorial City Hospital – current
– Editor – Texas Podiatric Medicine; 1988-present
– Merit Award – TPMA – 2011
– Distinguished Service Award – TPMA – 2008
– Chairman – Examinations Cmte., A.A.P.S.M. – 1994-1998
– Medical Director / Board of Directors – Houston Marathon – 1991-1996
– President – Texas Podiatric Medical Association – 1994
– Young Practitioner of the Year – TPMA – 1992
– President – Harris County Podiatric Medical Society – 1990
– 9 published articles in peer reviewed journals
– Chapters in 3 text books
– U.S. Patent # 4,550,461 November, 1985
Tarun Bajwa, DPM
Dr. Tarunjeet Bajwa, DPM is a foot and ankle specialist serving the Houston area. He is a native Houstonian, and is privileged to serve the community he grew up in.
Dr. Bajwa graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Business before earning his Doctor of Podiatric Medical degree from the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He completed an extensive forefoot and rearfoot surgical residency in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, sports medicine, and trauma. His interests range from simple diabetic foot care to extensive trauma involving the foot and ankle.
Dr. Bajwa believes in providing the best possible medical care and treatment for foot and ankle conditions by conservative measures initially before recommendations for surgery are indicated. He is truly passionate about helping people get back on their feet and resume their daily activities pain free. From simple sprains to complex trauma and injuries, Dr. Bajwa has been trained in the latest techniques of conservative and surgical management. The core of his treatment is to empower patients through proper education on their diagnosis and treatment options.
Dr. Bajwa is involved in advocacy and furthering the podiatric profession through involvement on membership committees at the State and National levels. He enjoys being involved in community services and events, having volunteered in several community events and health clinics in the past. He is committed to providing foot and ankle care to patients of all backgrounds and financial situations. He continues to stay current with any treatment modalities for foot and ankle problems through research and the most recent training modalities.
When Dr. Bajwa isn’t helping people get back on their feet, he loves to travel and try new cuisines. Being an avid Houston sports fan, he loves to support the Rockets, Texans and Astros. Dr. Bajwa loves to stay active through yoga, basketball, tennis and weight lifting. With these unique experiences in sports and having sustained foot and ankle injuries himself, he brings a special perspective and empathy to his patient care.