If you are in the Roosevelt/Green Lake area of Seattle, hop onto the Link Light Rail 1 Line if you need professional foot and ankle medical and surgical care.  Our office is 10 minutes away from the Roosevelt Station.  Get off at the Westlake Station and walk one block north.  Thank you.

Our office has been meeting the foot and ankle medical and surgical needs of the faculty, staff and students of the University of Washington.  An alumnus of the University (1994, Bachelor of Science, Cell and Molecular Biology), Dr. Hoy is a Teaching Associate in the University of Washington School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine. … Read more

Dr. Hoy will diagnose and treat your source of ankle pain and get you back to activities. There are several injuries that may be experienced, which can precede uncomfortable ankle pain. These may include falling or tripping in which a fracture can occur, or a medical condition such as ankle arthritis. Throbbing, aching, or feeling … Read more

Dr. Hoy can advise you on the qualities of a good shoe that will promote health of the feet, as well as make recommendations for shoes and inserts that you will need. Research has shown that wearing shoes that fit properly may aid in preventing uncomfortable foot conditions from developing. Ingrown toenails may occur if … Read more

Our office treats running injuries, and painful conditions that can be brought on by running, especially in bad shoes. For people who love the sport of running and jogging, it’s beneficial to learn what can be implemented to prevent running injuries. Research has shown the importance of having a physical examination prior to pursuing any … Read more

Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic arthritis that affects the whole body.  It is important to see a primary care physician and maybe even a rheumatologist for medication to control this disease.  It may also cause deformities in the feet that may require surgery, or painful calluses that need regular care. The condition known as rheumatoid … Read more

People who regularly stretch their feet and toes are more likely aware of the many benefits that may accompany these movements. These may include increased blood flow into the feet, the muscles in the sole of the feet being properly stretched, and possibly helping to balance flat feet or fallen arches. Many people may discover … Read more

Tinea pedis, or athlete’s foot, is a fungal infection of the feet.  It can lead to infection of the nails, which can then cause a recurrent athlete’s foot infection. If you have noticed that your feet are scaling and itchy, you may have a condition that is referred to as athlete’s feet. The most common … Read more

One of our specialties is wound care.  It is important to heal wounds as they can lead to infections, gangrene (death of tissue) and amputations.  Dr. Hoy has experience in wound care both in an academic setting an practiced in an area where wound care and limb preservation is a large part of his practice. … Read more

A neuroma is an inflammation of the nerve on the ball of foot just behind the toe.  The inflammation can become scar tissue and cause persistent pain. Severe pain and discomfort that is felt on the ball of the foot may be indicative of a condition that is referred to as Morton’s neuroma. It is … Read more