There are many types of arthritis that can affect the feet.  We work with other specialists such as your primary care physician and rheumatologists, as well as provide local foot and ankle care, to get the condition under control. The medical condition that is known as arthritis often causes pain and swelling in the joints … Read more

At-risk foot and ankle care is part of a continuum of limb preservation services, both in the office and in long-term care facilities such as skilled nursing, assisting living, memory care, adult family home, independent living. Podiatrists are fully licensed physicians and surgeons who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the foot, ankle, … Read more

Our office works with many athletes and active people, to get them back to doing the activities they love. Many runners know the importance of preventing running injuries. This is helpful in avoiding injuries that are caused by over training, wearing improper shoes, or running excess miles in limited time. Research has indicated it is … Read more

Dr. Hoy is board certified in foot surgery, and performs many common procedures, such as bunions, neuromas and hammertoes. Many patients elect to have surgery done to permanently correct hammertoe. After surgery is performed, it is recommended to wear certain shoes that are designed to keep the toe in the correct position for several weeks. … Read more

The podiatrist is the specialist for foot wounds, as they are able to prescribe, offweight, perform various surgical procedures, and give appropriate referrals to effectively heal the wound. Wounds take time and attention to heal, especially when they are on the foot. Similar to injuries known as bedsores, wounds on the bottom of the feet … Read more

It is very important for at-risk patients such as diabetics and elderly, who often have decreased circulation to check their feet daily, and visit the podiatrist regularly.  People with decreased circulation may find it more difficult to heal wounds and infections. Foot health is always important, but its importance increases with age. Foot care becomes … Read more

It is a myth that “nothing can be done for a broken foot”.  It is important to get a foot injury evaluated and x-rayed to make sure there isn’t a displaced bone that, if healed wrong, can cause long-term pain and disability. A broken foot is one of the most debilitating injuries one can face, … Read more

Excess sweating from the feet can lead to various infections.  There are modalities of treatment that we can discuss with you. Everyone sweats from time to time, whether it be from nervousness, hot weather, or exercise. While most people sweat as a result of external factors, there are some who excessively sweat without any outside … Read more

Our office treats elderly patients in the office as well as in long term care facilities. Research has shown foot health may influence the overall well-being of the body. It’s common for many patients to ignore the health of their feet until an uncomfortable foot condition arises. This is especially true of the elder population, … Read more