Welcome To Bluestone Podiatry

Your Podiatrist in Upstate, NY
At Bluestone Podiatry, board-certified podiatric surgeon Kurt Relation, DPM, provides complete foot and ankle care to people of all ages in the Capital District and surrounding areas. Dr. Relation earned his biology degree at the University at Albany, then earned his Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago, IL.

Before entering private practice, Dr. Relation completed a 3-year Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency with a credential in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery (PMSR/RRA) at Lourdes Hospital (formerly Our Lady of Lourdes Memorial Hospital) in Binghamton, NY. There, he received extensive training in all aspects of foot and ankle care, including orthopedic surgery, minimally invasive surgery, and shockwave therapy.

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Our Mission

To provide exceptional podiatric care, promoting the health and well-being of our patients through comprehensive, compassionate, and innovative practices. We are dedicated to delivering personalized treatments that address a wide range of foot and ankle conditions, utilizing the latest advancements in podiatric medicine. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for our patients by relieving pain, restoring mobility, and preventing future issues, all while fostering a welcoming and patient-centered environment.

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Testimonials

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Leslie Quick
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If only my own podiatrist had told me about these Amazing non-surgical options to heal ankle tendons that have been sprained multiple times, I could have been getting good help from Bluestone Podiatry earlier. I am so glad that I found dr Kurt Relation by an online search for EPAT and ESWT therapies. There is nothing like this yet where I live, but the 1.5 hour trip (one way) to get this treatment by someone who knows what he is doing is Well worth it. Don't listen to the naysayers! I have experienced a healing of my very shredded Achilles Tendon without surgery! Just ask the Sports Docs. They Know! (Dr Rock Positano in NYC is another great one who treats all of the Yankees and the Mets with EPAT. But Dr Kurt Relation offers EPAT and ESWT and Magnetic therapy. And because he is not in NYC, his prices are better AND there's no parking fee.) Do yourself a favor, it cant hurt to try this BEFORE committing to surgery. You could always commit to surgery later if you are not satisfied.
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Jennie VanWormer
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I highly recommend Bluestone Podiatry for all of your feet and ankle issues. Dr Relation is the absolute Best of the Best as he's been my Dr for almost 4 years. The quality of care and compassion is over the top PERFECT! Everything we have done together has been working for me...no pain drugs have been needed ever for my care. We've been doing EPAT and magnetic treatments, physical therapy, tapings, orthotics, ankle brace...it's all been working for me. My appointments never feel rushed, every time I call-I am able to be seen right away. The staff is top notch and absolutely awesome, love the ladies so much. My appointments are a breath of fresh air and so relaxing. Thank you so much for everything! -Jennie-
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Karen Koerner
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I am beyond please with Dr. Relation and his staff. They go above and beyond !
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Stephanie McLean Beathley
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I had a very good first visit with Dr. Relations and his staff. Dr. Relations was very knowledgable and his staff was friendly and efficient. I learned some things about my feet that I didn’t know!!!
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Laura Lapo
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My first appointment went very soothly and I feel very confident in Dr Relation and his team. They all were very kind, knowledgeable and they took the time to listen to me. The office is very clean and welcoming.
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Li Marie
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Staff is wonderful! They're understanding and very helpful. They have a cancelation list that they actually use and always do their best to get you in ASAP. Dr Relation is very patient, kind, and gentle on my feet. I was anxious having to find a new podiatrist when I moved back to NY, but this office changed all of that and I'm beyond grateful!! 🙏🏽
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Terry Wood
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Dr Relation has helped my husband with his foot problems that an other podiatrist did nothing for. He said his feet haven’t felt this good in years.

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We are accepting new patients. We take most major insurances
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