About Dr. McKell
Dr. Scott R. McKell graduated from Brigham Young University and the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco. Dr. McKell then continued his education in Denver, where he completed a surgical residency. He has been practicing in Utah County since finishing his residency and is certified in foot surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. Dr. McKell served as the department chairman of Podiatry at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center.
Dr. McKell enjoys getting to know his patients and helping them solve their foot and ankle problems. His attention to detail and proper diagnosis makes him a favorite amongst his patients.
Dr. McKell enjoys spending time with his family. He and his wife Tonya are the parents of 5 wonderful children.
Orem Location: 504 E 770 N, Orem, UT 84097
Payson Location: 97 Professional Way, Payson, UT 84651
Phone: (801) 765-1718
Fax: (801) 224-2195
Podiatric College: California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University, formerly California College of Podiatric Medicine
Graduated: 1991
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What conditions does Dr. McKell treat?
Dr. McKell provides comprehensive care for a wide range of foot and ankle issues, including heel pain, plantar fasciitis, ingrown toenails, diabetic foot concerns, sports injuries, fractures, sprains, and chronic foot or ankle pain. If it affects your feet, there’s a good chance he can help.
2. Does Dr. McKell perform surgery?
Yes. While many conditions can be treated conservatively, Dr. McKell is trained in both forefoot and rearfoot surgery. He always begins with the least invasive options possible and only recommends surgery when it’s truly the best path to long-term relief.
3. Which locations does Dr. McKell see patients in?
Dr. McKell sees patients both at the Orem clinic and the Payson clinic. If you’re unsure which location to schedule with, our team is happy to guide you. Here are the addresses to both:
Orem Clinic
504 E 770 N
Orem, UT 84097
Payson Clinic
97 Professional Way
Payson, UT 84651
4. Does Dr. McKell treat both adults and children?
Absolutely. Foot and ankle issues can affect people of all ages — from kids with heel pain to adults managing sports injuries, diabetic concerns, or chronic discomfort. Dr. McKell provides care for the whole family.
5. Does Dr. McKell accept my insurance?
Dr. McKell accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicare, Select Health, Cigna, Aetna, PEHP, EMI Health, and Optum. If you’re unsure about your specific plan, just give us a call and our team can help verify your benefits.