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Podiatry

At SEARHC, our podiatrists understand the critical role your feet and ankles play in maintaining your overall health and well-being. As specialized foot and ankle physicians, we provide comprehensive care that enhances your quality of life. Whether you’re dealing with minor discomfort or a complex condition, our team is here to help you stay active and pain-free.

A doctor uses a foot model to explain to a patient in a medical examination room.

Maintaining a Healthy Foundation

Your feet are the foundation of your body, bearing its entire weight and enabling movement. Podiatry is the branch of medicine dedicated to diagnosing, treating and preventing conditions affecting the feet and ankles. Considering there are 26 bones, 33 joints and more than 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments, foot and ankle problems can significantly impact your mobility and quality of life. By addressing these issues, our podiatrist can help you maintain an active, healthy lifestyle.

 

Our board-certified and award-winning podiatrist uses the latest techniques and technologies to care for all people in Southeast and beyond, keeping care closer to home for many. We are committed to providing personalized, compassionate, expert care tailored to your individual needs and lifestyle. From non-surgical management to advanced surgical interventions, we are here to help you achieve optimal foot and ankle health.

 

Our services include both non-surgical evaluation and management as well as procedural interventions for the following issues:

  • Ankle sprains
  • Foot and ankle pain
  • Achilles tendon pain
  • Ingrown toenails
  • Shin splints
  • Bunion pain
  • Overuse injuries
  • Fractures and breaks
  • Plantar fasciitis

Non-Surgical Podiatry

At SEARHC, we first focus on diagnosing and treating foot and ankle conditions using conservative methods. Additionally, we emphasize preventing future problems through education and proactive care. Non-surgical procedures can offer quick pain relief and improved function while avoiding prolonged recovery times.
Our non-surgical services include:

Wound Care: Specialized care for chronic wounds, particularly in diabetic patients, to promote healing and prevent complications.

Lifestyle & Footwear Advice: Providing guidance on footwear choices and lifestyle changes to prevent or manage foot and ankle problems.

Physical Therapy: Our expert professionals educate patients on exercises and stretching to increase strength, mobility and improve activity levels.

Surgical Podiatry

Surgical intervention can address the root cause of your pain and provide permanent solutions to chronic and severe conditions, offering long-term relief. Correcting structural issues can significantly improve your ability to walk and perform daily activities.
Our surgical services include:

Bunion & Hammertoe Correction: Realigning bones and correcting deformities.

Foot & Ankle Reconstruction: Repairing severe fractures and deformities to restore normal function.

Tendon & Ligament Repairs: Addressing tears and injuries to restore stability and mobility.

Arthroscopy: Minimally invasive surgery to diagnose and treat joint problems.

SEARHC proudly offers integrated care delivery, including full-service imaging, to help physicians understand and treat potential causes of foot and ankle pain. We also offer physical therapy services, with tailored exercise programs to strengthen the muscles and improve the flexibility of your feet and ankles. We are dedicated to restoring function and reducing pain to keep you moving and enhance your overall quality of life.