Choosing the Right Podiatrist: What to Look For in a Foot Specialist

Your feet get you where you need to go. Unfortunately, problems such as wearing the wrong footwear, diabetes or other medical conditions, and more can cause you discomfort and hinder your ability to use your feet as you should. Fortunately, Dr. Mark Moss of Coastal Foot & Ankle Associates, serving Pearland and Houston, TX, are available to assist. 

Search for Someone in Your Area

When you first set out to find a foot specialist, look for somebody in your area. By searching for "foot doctor in Houston, TX" or "podiatrist in Houston, TX," you can find a number of options. 

You then won't have a long commute to visit the practitioner, especially if you need more than one visit to correct or manage your foot problem.

Check Their Education and Credentials 

Once you find a few options in your area, compare them based on their education and other credentials. You want a practitioner with a strong educational background from a reputable institution.

Look into where each podiatrist had their residency. To become a physician, every doctor must complete one that provides them with hands-on experience underneath a practicing physician. A podiatrist will complete a residency in podiatry and may opt to take that training one step further by completing a fellowship in a specialized area of podiatry, such as reconstructive surgery. 

Read Reviews

While knowledge and training are essential considerations when choosing a foot doctor, you also want one you can speak to and who is willing to answer all your questions and work with you to find solutions. 

You want somebody who'll explain in ways you can understand and has a solid reputation for providing a high level of care. Fortunately, you can read online about how previous patients felt about the practitioner and their time spent as a patient. This can help dwindle your list to only a few options.

Once you have a few top choices, do your best to narrow your selection down to the right Houston, TX, podiatrist for you. If it's Dr. Moss, schedule an appointment with Coastal Foot & Ankle Associates to see for yourself if your choice is the one to help get you back on your feet. Call us at (281) 484-2400 for the Houston, TX, office or (281) 485-2988 for the Pearland, TX, office.