When Should I Turn to a Podiatrist?

We have answers to the top questions we get about turning to a foot and ankle specialist.

A podiatrist can be the perfect medical doctor to add to your healthcare team, whether you’ve already been diagnosed with foot or ankle issues or not. Everyone from kids to seniors, from athletes to desk warriors, can benefit from turning to a podiatrist. When you turn to our Avon, CT, podiatrist Dr. Richard Grayson at Avon Podiatry Associates for care, here's what you should expect,

What is a podiatrist?

A podiatrist is a medical doctor that specializes in foot and ankle health. They can diagnose, prevent and treat a wide range of problems and even provide surgical options.

What problems does a podiatrist treat?

Our team can treat just about every foot and ankle injury, condition, or disease that comes through our doors. At our Avon, CT, practice, we offer on-site X-ray technology and ultrasound imaging, and we can even perform outpatient surgery at our practice.

When should I turn to a podiatrist?

It’s a good idea to turn to our Avon, CT, podiatrist if,

  • You are dealing with foot and ankle pain that lasts more than a week
  • You have diabetes
  • You have sustained a foot or ankle injury
  • You notice numbness, tingling or weakness in your foot
  • You see a foot or ankle deformity
  • You notice changes in the color of your skin

What are your office hours?

Monday through Thursday, 9 AM-5 PM (with lunch between the hours of 11:45 pm-1 pm) and Fridays from 8-12 (the office is open to make appointments, but Dr. Grayson is not in the office). The office is closed Saturdays and Sundays.

What insurance does your practice take?

The office takes a variety of HMOs, PPOs, and other health insurance but does not participate in Medicaid or QMB. We also offer fully computerized electronic insurance claims, making it more convenient for our patients.

Are you looking for a podiatrist in the Avon, CT, area? If so, we welcome new patients to our practice. To schedule an appointment, call Avon Podiatry Associates at (860) 677-7733.