If you've never been to a podiatric physician (podiatrist), want/need to start seeing one, and…read morearen't sure what the experience is like once you get there, I'm happy to report that I had an outstanding first appointment experience at Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists. The office is set in a relaxing Hill Country setting with free parking shaded by live oak trees. The serene surroundings and organized, clean office, conveniently situated close to downtown yet much less stressful, are exactly what you hope to find in a medical office setting. Also impressive: The online check-in process was made available in advance; the welcoming, friendly front desk staff person helped me find the office after Apple Maps misdirected my navigation; and the attentive medical assistant ensured I felt comfortable and informed before seeing the doctor. Dr. Craig Thomajan was excellent--he took the time to explain everything clearly, answered my questions thoroughly, and his calm expertise put me at ease. I left feeling well cared for and with a clear understanding of my treatment plan. Now that I know what going to a podiatric physician involves, I won't hesitate to return in six weeks for my next appointment. I highly recommend Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists to anyone seeking expert, compassionate foot and ankle care in a comfortable and welcoming environment.

I've been going here over the years for various issues like plantar fasciitis and most recently to…read morehave my teenage son's ingrown toenail treated. We are always treated so well and seen quickly. I'd highly recommend if you need treatment.

I have nothing but respect and appreciation for Dr. Steven Walters. I spent several visits over a…read morefew months interacting with Dr. Walters along with my father who was 91. The doctor was very respectful, inquisitive, instructive and encouraging. During a very serious medical diagnosis and hospital intervention, he was the MOST EFFECTIVE doctor in the cadre of doctors who treated my father. He was able to help us get admitted to the hospital by interacting with another of my father's treatment doctors and then suggested and facilitated an introduction to another doctor who was instrumental in making headway in treating my father. It was obvious that he cared about the patient and respected my questions as his caregiver; we had some frank and poignant discussions and I cannot say enough about the depth of care Dr. Walters provided for us.

Doc Mereau, Dottie, and the whole staff there have been taking care of my crazy feet for years…read more Even through two surgeries, its been great. Always love going there (even though I'm only there with the aforementioned crazy feet). Great care, good folks, I like the office, in the always funky old friend of the medical arts plaza. Don't know what I'd do without em.

I cannot thank Dr. John and the support staff enough for fixing my ankle and my ability to walk…read more I've spent the last 3-ish years in on-and-off pain from an ankle issue that was not diagnosed correctly. Dr. John immediately figured out what the issue was, and I went through the surgery shortly after with a full recovery. To anyone in Austin who has foot/ankle issues, Dr. John is your man!

Dr John is well worth the drive. He is knowledgeable, informative, compassionate, takes his time…read moretalking and explaining the situation in layman terms and options as well. I will always see Dr John and trust him with my family. If you value your quality of life.. search no further!

last November Ana treated my feet. She called it right and the recommendation continues to keep my…read morefeet in good condition. She was very caring and open to speak with on my needs.

Ana was very rude, abrasive, and yelled at me for twenty minutes. She then began to mash and…read moresqueeze as hard as she could on my stitches. My foot was infected and ozing pus. I had just come from the Emergency Room the day before. She made things much worst. The office staff where clueless on how to charge me for my visit. Don't waste your time with Ana, she enjoys hurting people.

Dr. Robson and the office staff are awesome! I went to Dr. Robson to get a second opinion. His…read moreexperience, expertise, and bedside manner are top-notch. I highly recommend this office.

I need a podiatrist to keep my feet healthy. The staff at Austin Podiatry are caring and friendly…read more Dr Robson is great I never felt rushed. I recommend them for anyone who needs podiatry.

Dr Cherpack is a dedicated podiatrist who makes you feel like you are more than just a patient. He…read moreis gifted in his craft and at 64 years old I would highly recommend his services. I like him so much, my 81 year old disabled mother is going to a podiatrist for the first time ever next week! Staff are great and personable!

Pleasant experience on a complicated procedure. Doctor's attention to detail was top notch. I was…read morealso pleasantly surprised that the prices were so competitive, especially consider they have a stand-alone office on the ground floor with close parking. Good office staff. I wouldn't go anywhere else.

After dealing with several podiatrists for plantar fasciitis and continued foot pain that became so…read moredebilitating that I could not walk more than 150 yards without so much pain that I had to stop walking. When I met Dr. Shock -- his first words to me were "How about we get this fixed up?" -- I was stunned after living with this pain for over 2 years. :) It turned out that I had a torn 'longus peroneal tendon' that he was able to diagnose with an MRI. Why no other doctor thought of that before, I have no idea. I suffered through the injections, creams, socks, inserts with other doctors without any relief. I had the peroneal tenodesis surgery and was walking without pain within 2 weeks of surgery! Doctor Shock is an amazing doctor and just a very friendly and welcoming guy -- I feel like I've known him for years! :) I highly recommend him for any foot pain that you may be enduring now -- you can be completely confident that he will fix you right up!

I originally left a positive review shortly after surgery, but after living with the results long…read moreterm, I no longer feel I can recommend this surgeon. I underwent bunion surgery on my right foot, along with correction of another toe. Unfortunately, the final outcome has been very disappointing. Following surgery, my big toe healed with a significant gap between it and my second toe, creating an unnatural appearance that has never improved. In addition, the toe that was corrected with a pin never healed properly and now "floats" rather than resting naturally on the ground. Despite prolonged taping and following the postoperative instructions provided, these issues never resolved. I became so dissatisfied with the outcome that I ultimately chose not to return for additional treatment. I understand that no surgery comes with guarantees, but I feel my concerns and the long term appearance and function of my foot were not adequately addressed. Years later, I remain unhappy with the results and regret having had the procedure performed. Based on my personal experience and outcome, I cannot recommend this surgeon.

I used Dr. Robson for Achilles tendonitis and he helped me considerably get into walking…read morecomfortably. Great care Great Doctor Gloria

Add me to the tally of RUINED FEET!…read more Years ago, I saw Robson for a plantar's wart: excellent bedside manner, great education, effective treatment. I had observed folks in the waiting room who had successful bunionectomies: Knowing I'd need it some day, I made sure to remember who I'd call... 2023: it's time for that bunionectomy! My deformity was such that it would require an osteotomy (for alignment correction) and fusion (metatarsal-tarsal) with hardware. My 2nd toe was already so long that it would need shortening to ensure proper foot mechanics (the osteotomy & fusion would make big toe too short/weight bearing would shift to the 2nd toe, which isn't good). "Everything went well," he informed my husband immediately post-op. But the numbness from the surgery never resolved... At each follow-up appt, I mentioned my concern of lack of sensation: He said I must've had neuropathy BEFORE surgery: NO I DID NOT! He got so upset about my complaints (or was that he just didn't believe me?!?) that at next follow-up appt... He took out a straight pin and began poking the areas: I felt NOTHING. He became more and more aggressive, now stabbing my foot repeatedly, until a look of embarrassment came over his face, as he subtly grabbed a tissue to wipe the blood from my foot and the blood drips on the floor that he caused! No, the needle wasn't sterile - it was a straight pin! But, he insisted that he couldn't have cut ALL the nerves because of the pain caused when he grabbed my big toe, pulled (yanked is more accurate) and held it as far away from the other toes as possible. He said I needed to pull it like this regularly. Previously, he had given me instructions for mobilizations to improve extension/bending toe up (only) and NOT for this...yet he insisted that I wasn't working on my foot like I should be (I'm a PT eager to power thru this rehab, so yes I was). The fusion nail through the metatarsal to the tarsal/1st cuneiform protruded to the 2nd cuneiform and began chiseling into it! He claimed that I only mentioned pain in this region AFTER I saw the X-ray (this was in the medical records). Um, this day, he didn't put the X-rays on screen: As he pulled the pictures up, he immediately clicked away, saying, "now's a good time to look at the original x-ray and start talking about hardware removal." While feebly clicking to search, he said, "That's right, our system went through an update, so I can't get to them right now." I asked to at least grab a pic "for posterity's sake." Barely had a chance to snap a pic of this day's x-ray, and no time to look at it until I got home. 2nd toe: The incision was made on the top/dorsum of the foot, right at the base of the 2nd toe. As incisions heal, scar tissue is laid and it contracts... I developed a hammer toe! Dr. Robson said, "I wish we discussed this hammer toe before surgery to take care of it then," to which my reply was "I didn't have a hammer toe before surgery." I still don't have sensation in the ball of my foot, big toe, nor 2nd toe. Can't find/feel the ball of foot when trying to push off with gait. My 3rd toe has become inappropriately helpful with pushing off (& is constantly red). New surgeon didn't want to disparage Dr. Robson: He was super professional. But the truth slipped out over visits: 1. The angle of fusion is such that the big toe/hallux/MTP joint doesn't bend straight (for a normal gait push-off); rather, it bends similarly to how it did before (directionally, as with bunions deformities). No amount of yanking the big toe outward will change the joint alignment (Robson had said I just needed to reshape the meniscal disc). 2. The 1st ray (metatarsal) was fused with the metatarsal head (AKA ball of the foot) ELEVATED, which explains why I can't "find it" when I try to push it down (seated/standing, lifting heel up). It mechanically CANNOT be the push-off bone as it should be. 3. The plate wasn't affixed flush to the bones - hardware removal would be necessary to wear shoes comfortably. 4. A sizable chunk was chiseled out of 2nd cuneiform from the protruding tip of the fusion nail. 5. Hammer toe was an obvious result of the procedure shortening the 2nd toe. Other issues & details being left out because of how long this already is. Bottom line: DO NOT RECOMMEND DR. ROBSON FOR BUNIONECTOMY REQUIRING FUSION. In fact, I've reported him to my insurance company and to the Board.