Mark Reed, DPM DABFAS

714-528-3668


Podiatry Services

FAMILY PODIATRY CARE:

As a Podiatrist, Dr. Reed has more than 30+ years experience in treating more than 25,000 patients and have performed thousands of procedures to achieve excellent results. Commonly treated foot and ankle problems would include ingrown nails, fungus nails, warts, corns and callouses and dry skin.  Different musculoskeletal problems would include flat or high arched feet, in-toeing, joint pain, joint misalignments, plantar fasciitis, bunion deformities, hammer toes, and osteoarthritis.  Traumatic injuries would include ankle sprains, toe crushing injuries, dislocations, muscle strains, bursitis and tendonitis.  Endocrine problems would include gout or foot complications from diabetes.  As with all conditions, non-surgical medical treatment is emphasized with surgery as the last resort.  When surgery is required, both Podiatrists are highly skilled and are board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery.

DIABETIC FOOT CARE:

Dr. Reed has received advanced training in managing foot complications related to diabetes.  While a resident at the Veterans Administration Hospital in San Francisco, the Foot Doctor was involved in a special multi-specialty team for diabetic patients with limb threatening wounds.  Since residency, Dr. Reed has has gained considerable experience in managing and curing diabetic ulcers and related diabetic complications.  For a guideline concerning foot care for the diabetic -   The Doctor also participates in the Medicare Diabetic Shoe program and proudly carry Anadyne Shoes.  For patients, this provides an easy access to protective shoes and insoles that are paid for by Medicare for those Diabetic patients who meet established Medicare guidelines. In many cases, PPO insurances also cover diabetic shoes.  The office would be happy to verify if your insurance has diabetic shoe benefits.

WOMAN'S CARE:

Woman do have special foot needs due to the unique shape and design of a woman's foot. When a woman has a foot or ankle problem, both of the doctors tailor the medical care being provided with the specific cosmetic and functional considerations for a woman. In addition to treatment considerations, the office has been designed with the woman in mind in maintaining a clean office and having tasteful decorations and comfortable furniture.

SPORTS MEDICINE:

Dr. Mark Reed was an All-American collegiate water polo player and continues to be a competitive master swimmer and water polo player.   The Podiatrist understands the unique issues of treating athletes.  In addition, for more than ten years, Dr. Reed provided medical consultation and intervention for the Yorba Linda and Esperanza High School Football Team.  Furthermore, Dr. Reed has helped many aspiring athletes both young and old to achieve their athletic objectives in overcoming a sport related injury.  Treatment plans are tailored to each sport and the timetable required for rehabilitation for optimal athletic performance.

ACCIDENTS / TRAUMA:

The Podiatrist is experienced in managing foot and ankle injuries. Either at the Emergency Room or after being evaluated at the Emergency Room, Dr. Reed is experienced in providing follow-up care for a foot or ankle injury.  In many cases, emergency foot and ankle problems can be treated at the doctor's office. Emergency office visits are given priority in arranging for an appointment.

SECOND OPINIONS:

If you are thinking about surgery but need a second opinion from a experienced Podiatrist, Dr. Reed is highly qualified to provide a surgical second opinion based on many years of experience.  During the course of obtaining a second surgical opinion, you will receive a thorough history and physical examination as well as the doctor will explain what is the medical problem and what can be done to correct it from a surgical standpoint. The second surgical opinion will be truly an independent opinion and not just a rubber stamp of the original surgeon's recommendations. Typically, one hour is spent with the doctor for a second opinion consultation.

WORKER'S COMPENSATION:

The Podiatrist is certified Qualified Medical Examiners and have treated many patients with work related injuries and understands the worker's compensation system. If it has been longer than 30 days since your injury at work and you are not happy with your treating doctor, you are entitled to switch to another treating doctor. In seeking treatment for your work-related injury, Dr. Reed's office will take care of all of the required billing and reporting requirements.

HMO 2ND OPINIONS:

Due to the many limits placed on being an HMO patient, over the years Dr. Reed has provided numerous HMO second opinion consultations. After the second opinion consultation is over, the doctor will send a report and call the HMO doctor if the medical problem requires prompt treatment. Because an outside specialist is providing a second opinion, usually medical treatment will then be provided by the HMO if this treatment has been delayed or is still pending review.
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