Comfort Shoe Specialists is a Pedorthic Facility and is professionally staffed by American Board Certified Pedorthists and Shoe Technicians. We specialize in Modern Shoe Therapy, the difficult-to-fit patients, and helping people maintain better health and well-being overall.
Owner
Edith A. James, Pedorthist
Since 1974 Edith has experience in the pedorthic field, first as a custom sandal maker at the Leather Loft in Clayton, MO. Her interest in custom footwear and biomechanics was ignited when she joined Custom Shoe Laboratories in 1978. Edith received her education in pedorthics from New York University, NYC in 1990. That same year, she passed the Board for Certification in Pedorthics exam, then BCP.
Edith frequently writes articles and lectures to health groups and special events. She is a member of the Pedorthic Footwear Foundation since 1999. She has attended the annual Pedorthic Symposium almost every year since 1991 and visits the World Shoe Association in Las Vegas for shoe buying trips and continued education. Edith serves on the National Shoe Retailers Association Board (NSRA Class of 2003). Edith served on the Education Committee of NSRA, chairing and co-chairing the education events several times. Edith opened Comfort Shoe Specialists in October 1992 with her husband Joe Goodenough, who serves as Vice President and Chief of Operations.
Certified Pedorthists
Martha Bisher, ABC Certified Pedorthist
Martha joined our staff in 2004. She is from Cape Town, South Africa and will soon be a United States citizen. She worked in stores that sold orthopedic shoes and appliances.
Martha brings not only an international flavor to our staff, but also has a sense of style appreciated by customers/patients. Martha attended Eneslow Pedorthic Institute in New York in 2005 and was board certified in 2007.
Orthotic Technician
Larry Brown, ABC Certified Orthotic Technician
Larry received his training with the Department of Veterans’ Affairs in Little Rock, Arkansas, from 2007-2009. Having served in the Air Force, Larry is disciplined and an arduous worker. Larry joined Comfort Shoe Specialists July 2010.
Pedorthist & General Manager
Jesse Fischer, Pedorthist, General Manager & Webmaster
Jesse joined Comfort Shoe Specialists January 2010. Jesse is currently studying to become a Certified Pedorthist. Jesse served in the United States Marine Corps for 9 years 10 months specializing in logistics and inventory management. Jesse returned to St. Louis and Comfort Shoe Specialists after receiving an honorable discharge from the Marines.
Support Staff
Michelle Cain, Inventory Manager
Michelle joined Comfort Shoe Specialists 2001. Michelle has training as a certified medical assistant. Before joining Comfort Shoe Specialists, she was involved in inventory management since 1983. Michelle also serves patients when needed and is a backup receptionist.
