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Black & African American Podiatrists Near You

Black podiatrists: foot, ankle, and diabetes-related foot care. Black adults face 2-3x higher diabetic amputation rates. Podiatry prevents that outcome.

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Maintained by the Black Health editorial team · Updated October 2026

Black Podiatrists by state

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What to know about Black Podiatry care

Black Americans with diabetes are 2 to 3 times more likely to undergo lower-extremity amputation than white Americans with diabetes (CDC, 2022). The majority of those amputations are preventable with consistent podiatric care, early wound treatment, and proper diabetic shoes. Podiatrists (DPMs) treat foot and ankle conditions, perform foot surgery, and are the frontline of diabetes foot-care teams.

What podiatrists cover

  • Diabetic foot exams and wound care
  • Heel pain, plantar fasciitis
  • Bunions, hammertoes
  • Ingrown toenails
  • Ankle sprains and fractures
  • Custom orthotics
  • Foot surgery

When to book

  • Any foot wound that hasn't healed in 2 weeks (diabetic)
  • Sharp heel pain with first steps in the morning
  • Numbness, tingling, or burning in feet
  • Bunion causing shoe-fitting problems

Advocacy prompts

  • Can you do a diabetic foot exam with monofilament testing today?
  • Do I qualify for diabetic shoes through Medicare?
  • What are my non-surgical options before we discuss surgery?

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Frequently asked questions

How do I find a Black Podiatrist in the US?

Use the search and filter tools on this page to browse Black Podiatrists in the US. You can filter by distance from a ZIP code, by telehealth, and by whether the Podiatrist has confirmed they are accepting new patients. If the list is short, consider virtual options as many Black Podiatrists serve patients statewide or nationwide.

Are there virtual or telehealth Black Podiatrists serving the US?

Yes. Many Black Podiatrists offer telehealth appointments in addition to or instead of in-person visits. Use the telehealth filter on this page to see providers who offer virtual care, which can expand your options significantly if local availability is limited.

Why does seeing a Black Podiatrist matter?

Research consistently shows that racial concordance between patients and their care team is associated with better communication, greater trust, and improved health outcomes. Patients who share a racial or cultural background with their Podiatrist often report feeling more understood and are more likely to follow through on care plans.

What should I ask a Podiatrist before working with them?

Ask whether they are accepting new patients, what insurance they accept, and whether they offer telehealth or in-person visits. It is also worth asking about their experience with conditions relevant to you, their communication style, and how they handle after-hours questions or urgent concerns.

Do Black Podiatrists in the US accept insurance or Medicaid?

This directory does not yet record which insurance plans each Podiatrist accepts, so the listings here cannot tell you. Contact the Podiatrist directly to confirm your specific plan, including Medicaid or Medicare, is accepted before scheduling.

Is a Black provider the same as an African American provider on this directory?

Yes. Black Health uses Black and African American interchangeably to describe the same population of providers and patients, matching how people commonly search and self-identify. Both terms point to the same providers on this page.

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