Medical Pedicures, Diabetes & Podiatric Care in Atlanta
Life can present unexpected medical challenges that affect mobility, circulation, strength, and overall foot health. Conditions such as chemotherapy recovery, paralysis, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, blood clots, Guillain‑Barré syndrome, heart disease, lung conditions, epilepsy, motor vehicle injuries, and physical disabilities can make routine foot care difficult or unsafe without professional help.
At Atlanta Foot Care Center in Buckhead, our experienced Atlanta podiatrists provide medical pedicures and specialized podiatric care designed for patients with complex medical needs. Medical pedicures focus on safe nail care, callus management, infection prevention, and foot health maintenance, especially for patients at higher risk of complications.
Nail Polish Policy
Atlanta Foot Care Center does not apply nail polish to toenails. Nail polish can mask early signs of infection, circulation issues, or nail disease. Your podiatrist will discuss the risks and benefits of nail polish use based on your individual medical condition and foot health.
If you or a loved one has difficulty performing routine foot care due to medical conditions or physical limitations, professional podiatric care can help prevent pain, infection, and serious complications.
All Patients over 65, or those with Diabetes may have insurance coverage for a Medical Pedicure.
What to Expect at Your Visit | Atlanta Foot Care Center
During your visit to Atlanta Foot Care Center in Buckhead, our team follows a thorough, medically guided process to ensure safe and effective foot and ankle care:
- Primary Care Information You will be asked to provide the name of your primary care physician. If you do not have one, we can assist with a referral.
- Circulation Testing A Medical Assistant will perform a circulation test by measuring blood pressure in your toes to evaluate blood flow to your feet.
- Diagnostic X‑Rays Three X‑rays of both feet will be taken to assess for bone spurs, structural abnormalities, or underlying bone conditions that may contribute to calluses or pain.
- Podiatry Consultation You will meet with your Atlanta podiatrist, who will review findings and discuss a personalized treatment plan.
- Nail Sample Testing (If Needed) A nail sample may be collected for advanced genetic testing to evaluate fungal or nail conditions. This process is painless and typically involves loose nail material with sufficient cells for analysis.
- Medical Nail Treatment Nail treatment performed by a podiatrist is considered a surgical procedure. While painless, it may involve the use of a scalpel, medical‑grade nail or bone cutters, or a medical drill.
- Callus and Corn Treatment Callus and corn treatment is also a surgical procedure when performed by a doctor. Calluses may develop in areas patients cannot easily see and may be treated using a scalpel, abrasive sleeve, or tissue nipper.
- Skin Care & Prescriptions The doctor will apply appropriate creams or salves to address localized skin conditions and may prescribe medicated creams or lotions to your pharmacy if needed.
- Footwear Evaluation Your podiatrist will examine your shoes and provide recommendations to improve comfort, support, and long‑term foot health.
Toe amputations are the most common amputated body part in the WORLD. Most amputations happen to Diabetics. According to the Latest statistics, 45-80 % of amputations can be reduced if a Diabetic patient sees a Podiatrist for Routine Foot Care.
EVEN WELL CONTROLLED DIABETICS NEED TO SEE PODIATRISTS.
PODIATISTS WILL REDUCE THIS RISK BY UP TO 85%. WELL WORTH A VISIT AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR.
