7 Questions When Choosing the Right Podiatrist

Before you commit to a healthcare provider, it is important to gather the facts. You need to know you will be safe, comfortable, and well cared for. When choosing the right podiatrist, how can you know whether or not you’ve found the right foot doctor for you?

Here are at least seven key questions to find the answer to before you decide on a podiatrist.

1. How much experience does the podiatrist have?

As with any service, experience is an important factor.

Canyon Oaks Foot & Ankle has been serving our neighbors in the Central Valley since 1997. Our three clinics are staffed by dedicated professionals with the credentials, experience, and education you would expect from the leading foot and ankle experts in the area.

With over 30 years of experience, more than 4,000 patients helped, and 247 successful surgeries on our resume, we are confident in the quality of our foot and ankle care.

Read up on our team to see why with us, your feet will be in good hands.

2. What reviews has the podiatric clinic received from past and current patients?

When it comes to selecting a healthcare agent, you need to know you are in good hands. Patient reviews should speak for themselves.

Here are just a few of our podiatric clinics’ reviews:

“I have had good care from Canyon Oaks. The office staff are very friendly and helpful. Dr. Dimond takes time with me. I don’t feel like he is rushing me so that he can get to his next patient. He explains what he is doing so that I fully understand the procedures. That is great. We have great conversations in the process. I definitely would refer anyone to this team! I’m glad they are in Porterville.” – S. Curbow (Google Review)
“I love Canyon oaks foot and ankle. Dr. May and his staff, at the Visalia office, are nice, professional and caring. I highly recommend them if you have any foot/ankle issues. You will love them.” – Melina (Google Review)
“I work in a medical office, in Fresno and I had the Marketing coordinator come in and drop off material, regarding Canyon Oaks, I had lots of questions and she was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions. I feel very confident referring our patients to Canyon Oaks Foot and Ankle in Fresno.” – M. Broggi (Google Review)

3. Will this podiatrist accept my insurance?

Before deciding on a doctor in any field, it is crucial to know whether or not they can work with your insurance.

Our clinics work with a long list of health insurance companies to ensure that as many community members as possible have access to quality podiatric care.

Find our accepted insurance list here.

4. Does this podiatric clinic offer language assistance?

The Central Valley is a multi-lingual area. Canyon Oaks is committed to establishing clear and effective patient-provider communication by providing language assistance for our patients. Our clinics have staff members that can speak Spanish, Mien, and American Sign Language (ASL). We also provide certified interpreters or welcome caregivers or family members to accompany patients that require an interpreter on their appointment. In the case that language assistance is needed, we kindly ask you to please notify our clinic at least three days before the appointment.

5. What services or areas of specialty does the podiatrist provide?

When choosing a podiatric clinic, it’s important to find out which conditions they treat, as well as their area of expertise.

Here at Canyon Oaks Foot & Ankle, we specialize in Plantar Fasciitis, Bunions, and chronic foot pain.

We also offer a wide variety of foot and ankle care services including:

Whatever type of foot pain or condition you are dealing with, we will have you back on your feet as soon as possible.

6. How will the podiatrist work with my other healthcare providers to deliver cohesive care?

In many cases, our patients suffer from underlying conditions that cause foot problems. For example, we provide care for a number of diabetic patients who need regular medical attention not only for their feet but also for other parts of the body. They depend on us to coordinate with other healthcare professionals to provide cohesive overall care. In such cases, we can make trustworthy referrals to other medical specialists. We work together with these professionals to take care of your best interests as a team.

7. Is the podiatric clinic located near me?

With three locations throughout the San Joaquin Valley, we are sure to have a podiatric clinic near you. Whether you’re looking for a podiatrist in Fresno, Visalia, or Porterville, your key to healthier feet is just a few minutes down the road. Our conveniently located foot and ankle clinics are now accepting new patients.

Choosing the Right Podiatrist in Fresno – Canyon Oaks Foot & Ankle

Here at Canyon Oaks Foot & Ankle, our entire mission is to provide total care for the foot and ankle in both an efficient and compassionate manner.

Fill out our form for new patients to register at our Fresno podiatrist, or whichever one of our clinics may be located nearest your place of residence.

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