Business Details
45 Years
experience
Emergency
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Expert Podiatry Care for the Whole Family
Michigan Foot and Ankle has been dedicated to providing comprehensive foot and ankle care since 1981. Our board-certified doctors specialize in sports medicine, reconstructive surgery, diabetic foot care, and wound management, utilizing advanced techniques like Apligraf for ulcers and Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy for heel pain. With over 50 hours of annual continuing education, our team stays at the forefront of podiatric innovation.We prioritize patient convenience through flexible hours, two accessible locations, and acceptance of most insurance plans. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our hospital affiliations and recognition as pioneers in groundbreaking treatments. By combining clinical expertise with personalized care, we aim to restore mobility and improve quality of life for patients of all ages.
Services
Diabetic Foot Care
Ingrown Toenails
Heel Pain Treatment
Sports Medicine
Custom Orthotics
Foot Surgery
Bunions
Flat Feet
Hammertoes
Wound Care
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in podiatry care.
- Our doctors are board-certified in foot and ankle surgery.
- We utilize patented treatments like Apligraf for diabetic ulcers.
- We offer 24/7 emergency care for urgent foot injuries.
- We accept most insurance plans and provide flexible hours.
Services
Diabetic Foot Care
Our diabetic foot care program prevents and treats complications like ulcers and neuropathy. We provide regular screenings, wound care using Apligraf technology, and custom footwear solutions. Patients receive education on daily foot inspections and circulation maintenance. This service reduces amputation risks through early intervention and specialized monitoring.
Heel Pain Treatment
We specialize in diagnosing and treating heel pain using Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy and custom orthotics. Our approach addresses plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, and stress fractures. Advanced imaging techniques help identify root causes while personalized treatment plans combine conservative and surgical options for lasting relief.
Sports Medicine
Our sports medicine division treats athletic foot and ankle injuries using APC injections and diagnostic ultrasound. We focus on rapid recovery for conditions like sprains and tendonitis. Treatment plans include gait analysis, custom orthotics, and minimally invasive procedures to restore mobility and prevent future injuries.
Wound Care
Specialized wound care services address chronic ulcers using bioengineered skin grafts and advanced dressings. We combine standard treatments with innovative solutions like Apligraf for faster healing. Our team manages complex cases resulting from diabetes or circulatory issues to prevent serious complications.
Foot Surgery
We perform reconstructive foot and ankle surgeries for bunions, hammertoes, and fractures. Our minimally invasive techniques reduce recovery times while traditional methods address complex deformities. Preoperative consultations ensure personalized surgical plans that optimize long-term mobility and pain relief.
People
Dr. Tara Stock
Podiatrist
Dr. Tara Stock specializes in comprehensive foot care with a focus on conservative treatment approaches. She maintains board certification through continuous medical education and stays current with the latest podiatric advancements to benefit her patients.
Dr. Harvey Lefkowitz
Podiatrist
Dr. Harvey Lefkowitz pioneers innovative treatments like Apligraf application and Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy. With global lecture experience, he brings advanced surgical techniques and research expertise to complex foot and ankle cases at our practice.
Dr. Alicia Ward
Podiatrist
Dr. Alicia Ward provides expert care for foot and ankle conditions across all age groups. Her practice emphasizes patient education and preventive care while utilizing both traditional and modern treatment methodologies for optimal outcomes.
Dr. Alexsandra Szajna
Podiatrist
Dr. Alexsandra Szajna (Shina) offers specialized treatment for sports-related foot injuries and deformities. She combines clinical expertise with personalized care plans to help patients regain mobility and maintain active lifestyles through effective podiatric interventions.
Questions
What foot conditions do you treat?
We treat all foot and ankle conditions including heel pain, bunions, hammertoes, diabetic ulcers, ingrown toenails, sports injuries, and flat feet using both conservative and surgical methods.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans and work with patients to verify coverage. Our offices handle insurance paperwork to simplify the billing process for our patients.
Are your doctors board-certified?
All our physicians are board-certified podiatrists with specialized training in foot and ankle surgery, maintaining certification through ongoing continuing education requirements.
Do you offer emergency care?
Yes, we provide emergency foot care services during specified hours at our Ferndale location for urgent injuries like sprains, fractures, and acute infections.
What is Apligraf treatment?
Apligraf is a bioengineered skin graft we use for chronic wounds. This innovative treatment helps heal diabetic foot ulcers faster when combined with standard wound care protocols.
Do you offer diabetic shoe programs?
We participate in Medicare's Diabetic Shoe Program, providing custom-molded footwear to protect sensitive feet and prevent complications from diabetes-related nerve damage.
