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5 Best Podiatrists in Houston (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Foot and ankle pain rarely waits for a convenient time, and Houston's podiatrists cover everything from ingrown toenails to reconstructive surgery. The practices below have logged more than 1,300 Google reviews combined, with ratings running from 4.6 to 4.9, so the deciding factor is usually which practice actually treats your specific issue.

Short answer: Foot Specialists of Memorial, PA leads on volume with 441 reviews at 4.8 stars and has served Houston since 1978. Evolve Health - Foot & Ankle (4.8, 378 reviews) and Tanglewood Foot Specialists (4.9, 280 reviews) round out the top three, with Tanglewood holding the highest rating on this page.
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Houston's Top Podiatrists Compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Foot Specialists of Memorial, PA 4.8 ★ 441 Foot surgery & long track record View ›
2 Evolve Health - Foot & Ankle 4.8 ★ 378 Sports medicine & orthotics View ›
3 Tanglewood Foot Specialists 4.9 ★ 280 Highest-rated / general foot care View ›
4 Houston Foot and Ankle Care 4.6 ★ 168 Multiple Houston-area locations View ›
5 Lemar Foot and Ankle Institute 4.9 ★ 106 Conservative-first treatment approach View ›
5 Best Podiatrists in Houston (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Foot Specialists of Memorial, PA logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Foot Specialists of Memorial, PA

4.8441 Google reviews

Foot Specialists of Memorial, PA was founded in 1978 and operates two locations covering Memorial City and the western Houston and Katy area. The practice's physicians are residency-trained in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery, and it treats the full range of foot and ankle conditions, including bunions, plantar fasciitis, and ingrown toenails. It's the most-reviewed podiatry practice on this list.

What people praise

  • Nearly five decades of practice history in Houston
  • Residency-trained surgeons handling complex foot and ankle surgery
  • Reviewers praise the physical therapy team's hands-on coaching after surgery
  • Two locations covering both Memorial City and the western Katy corridor

Worth knowing

  • One detailed reviewer described feeling dismissed during a consultation and sought a second opinion elsewhere; most other reviews describe a thorough, comfortable experience
Reputation scorecardrank in Houston
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume441 · 97th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown91% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The deepest track record on this list and a strong choice for surgical cases, though it's worth being clear about your questions and expectations going into the first visit.

Website+1713-464-3775 Directions

915 Gessner Rd #460, Houston, TX 77024

Evolve Health - Foot & Ankle logo
#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Evolve Health - Foot & Ankle

4.8378 Google reviews

Evolve Health - Foot & Ankle, located in Spring Branch, combines podiatry with sports medicine and orthotics and prosthetics services. The practice treats a broad range of foot and ankle conditions and has built a large review base relatively quickly. Reviewers frequently mention specific doctors by name, including Dr. Tarunjeet Bajwa.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe a friendly, engaged bedside manner
  • Praised for starting with conservative treatment before prescriptions
  • Sports medicine focus useful for active patients with injuries
  • Most recent reviews trend positive and current

Worth knowing

  • A small number of reviewers describe difficulty reaching the office after hours during a medical concern
  • One reviewer noted a communication gap between the doctor and support staff on a follow-up visit
Reputation scorecardrank in Houston
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume378 · 90th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown91% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A solid choice for sports-related foot injuries and orthotics, though patients with an urgent after-hours concern should confirm the practice's emergency contact process up front.

Website+1713-461-1010 Directions

9055 Katy Fwy Ste 460, Houston, TX 77024

Tanglewood Foot Specialists logo
#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Tanglewood Foot Specialists

4.9280 Google reviews

Tanglewood Foot Specialists, led by Dr. Andrew Schneider, is a Houston podiatry practice using digital x-ray and diagnostic ultrasound to diagnose foot and ankle conditions in-office. The practice treats patients of all ages, from infants to those over a hundred, and covers common issues like ingrown toenails, heel pain, and plantar fasciitis. It holds the highest rating on this list.

What people praise

  • Highest rating on this page at 4.9 stars
  • In-office digital x-ray and ultrasound for same-visit diagnosis
  • Reviewers consistently praise Dr. Schneider's clear explanations
  • Friendly front-office staff mentioned by name across multiple reviews
Reputation scorecardrank in Houston
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume280 · 83th
Confidencehigh
Recency4 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown97% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The top-rated pick on this list, and a strong general-purpose choice thanks to its same-visit diagnostic technology.

Website+1713-785-7881 Directions

1011 Augusta Dr Ste 202, Houston, TX 77057

Houston Foot and Ankle Care logo
#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Houston Foot and Ankle Care

4.6168 Google reviews

Houston Foot and Ankle Care, with doctors Gabriel Maislos and Linda Nachmani, operates across four locations spanning Inner Loop, Southwest, Greater Heights, and Pearland. The practice covers general foot and ankle care, pediatric foot health, diabetic foot care, and minor surgery. Reviewers frequently praise the doctors' clinical care directly, separate from administrative issues at the practice.

What people praise

  • Four locations across the Houston area, making scheduling flexible
  • Reviewers describe the doctors as thorough, kind, and effective
  • Treats pediatric foot conditions alongside adult care
  • Long-running patient relationships across years of treatment

Worth knowing

  • Multiple reviewers describe billing department issues, including delayed bills and unclear charges, separate from the clinical care itself
Reputation scorecardrank in Houston
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume168 · 77th
Confidencemoderate
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown86% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A convenient pick given its four locations, though it's worth asking for a clear, written cost breakdown before any procedure given the billing complaints in its reviews.

Website Book now+1713-541-3199 Directions

2900 Weslayan St Ste 650, Houston, TX 77027

Lemar Foot and Ankle Institute logo
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Lemar Foot and Ankle Institute

4.9106 Google reviews

Lemar Foot and Ankle Institute, led by Dr. Lemar near the Museum District, treats a wide range of foot and ankle conditions including bunions, fungus, diabetes-related foot issues, and open wounds. Reviewers describe a practice that favors conservative treatment over jumping straight to surgery or amputation when possible. The clinic is smaller in review volume than others on this list but shows a strong, consistent rating.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe a conservative-first approach before recommending surgery
  • Staff and medical assistants praised repeatedly by name
  • Described as attentive to patients who feel scared or nervous
  • Consistent five-star sentiment despite a smaller review base

Worth knowing

  • Smallest review volume on this list, so its track record is less established than the larger practices
Reputation scorecardrank in Houston
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume106 · 50th
Confidencemoderate
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Worth considering for anyone who wants a practice known for exhausting conservative options before recommending anything more invasive.

Website+1832-403-3221 Directions

Museum Medical Tower, 1213 Hermann Dr Ste 250, Houston, TX 77004

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the practice’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many patients have rated them, ranked against other Houston podiatrists. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.8 from over 400 reviews carries more weight than a 4.9 from a smaller base. Recency reflects how recently patients are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a podiatrist visit cost in Houston? (2026)

Podiatry costs in Houston vary by whether the visit is a routine consultation, a procedure like a biopsy or ingrown toenail removal, or ongoing diabetic foot care, and by how your insurance handles specialist referrals. None of the practices on this list publish a fixed price list, so confirm your insurance coverage and any procedure costs before the appointment.

Serving all of Houston

The podiatrists above cover Houston and the surrounding metro, including Memorial City, Spring Branch, Tanglewood, the Museum District, and Pearland. Searching for a podiatrist near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and directions so you can find the closest office.

What to ask before you see a podiatrist

  • Is this practice in-network with my insurance, and what will the visit cost?
  • Do you treat my specific condition regularly, or would I be referred elsewhere?
  • What’s the conservative treatment path before surgery is considered?
  • How soon can I get an appointment, and is there an after-hours emergency contact?
  • Will I get a written treatment plan and cost estimate before any procedure?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these podiatrists?

We started from podiatrists in Houston with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

When should I see a podiatrist instead of my regular doctor?

Foot and ankle issues that don’t improve with rest, or that involve ongoing pain, swelling, ingrown toenails, or diabetes-related foot concerns, are typically better handled by a podiatrist. Your primary care doctor can also refer you if needed.

Do Houston podiatrists handle diabetic foot care?

Several practices on this list, including Houston Foot and Ankle Care and Lemar Foot and Ankle Institute, specifically list diabetic foot care among their services. Ask directly if this applies to you, since it often requires more frequent monitoring.

The bottom line

Foot Specialists of Memorial has the longest track record for surgical cases, while Tanglewood Foot Specialists holds the highest rating for general foot care. Whichever you choose, confirm insurance coverage and get a written treatment plan before any procedure.

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