Having diabetes means you’re more likely to suffer foot infections and other problems. Fortunately, proactive care helps lower your risk. Get tips for caring for your feet at home and learn about the importance of professional foot exams.
The Foot & Ankle Specialists features a team of podiatric physicians who excel at diagnosing and treating all aspects of foot and ankle conditions and injuries. With guaranteed same-week appointments and locations in Lapeer, Caro, and Bay City, Michigan, patients with podiatric needs don’t have to travel far for expert care.
The Foot & Ankle Specialists can be helpful in treating day-to-day foot problems, including fungal nail infections or ingrown toenails, corns and calluses, athlete's foot, and blisters. The team expertly diagnoses and treats sports injuries, flat feet, fractures, bunions, heel pain, diabetic wounds, and more.
The Foot & Ankle Specialists offers same-day treatments and in-office procedures for a quick recovery. With our active durable medical equipment (DME) license, we have the ability to dispense necessary medical equipment at your visit. Whether it’s custom orthotics, diabetic shoes or inserts, ankle braces, walking boots, or night splints, the Foot & Ankle Specialists provide the proper medical equipment right away.
Our podiatrists have board certifications from the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) and board qualifications from the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS). Both of these credentials are gold standards for podiatric specialist care. Both Dr. Joe and Dr. Burson are active members of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA).
The Foot & Ankle Specialists aims to help all patients map out a plan for the most complete and efficient podiatric care. The office offers verification of insurance benefits and deductibles whenever applicable.
To find out how The Foot & Ankle Specialists can offer you comprehensive care, call the office, or book an appointment online today.
Please let us know if you have any questions regarding our accepted insurances.
Having diabetes means you’re more likely to suffer foot infections and other problems. Fortunately, proactive care helps lower your risk. Get tips for caring for your feet at home and learn about the importance of professional foot exams.
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