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29 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Podiatry Services in New Braunfels, TX
Foot & Ankle Clinic Of Central Texas, founded in 1997, is led by Dr. Alex Urteaga, a board-certified podiatric surgeon with over 25 years of private practice experience. Our clinic combines conservative treatment approaches with advanced surgical techniques to address foot and ankle conditions, prioritizing patient education and personalized care. Dr. Urteaga's expertise includes sports medicine, bunion correction, and innovative procedures like the Arthrex InternalBrace and Lapiplasty.As a clinical faculty member at the University of Texas Health Science Center, he maintains strong academic ties while serving New Braunfels residents. Our team emphasizes timely diagnostics, comprehensive treatment plans, and post-operative support, reflected in numerous patient testimonials praising our thorough consultations and positive outcomes. We maintain affiliations with leading medical institutions and professional organizations to ensure the highest standards of care.
Services
Sports Injuries
Bunion Treatment
Heel Pain Relief
Custom Orthotics
Ingrown Toenail Care
Ankle Sprain Repair
Foot Surgery
Deformity Correction
Lapiplasty Procedure
Surgical Consultations
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Board-certified podiatric surgeon with 25+ years of local practice
- Advanced surgical techniques including Arthrex InternalBrace and Lapiplasty
- Comprehensive diagnostic imaging and same-day urgent care availability
- Clinical faculty member maintaining academic medical center connections
- Personalized treatment plans with detailed patient education
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Podiatric Surgery
What people say
Exceptional bedside manner
Thorough before diagnosis
Amazing experience
Knowledgeable and friendly staff
Healed better than ever
Services
Sports Injuries
Our clinic specializes in diagnosing and treating sports-related foot and ankle injuries including plantar fasciitis, stress fractures, and tendonitis. We employ advanced imaging techniques and develop personalized rehabilitation plans to ensure optimal recovery. Our approach combines conservative treatments like physical therapy with surgical interventions when necessary, helping athletes of all levels return to their activities safely.
Bunion Treatment
We offer comprehensive bunion management from conservative padding and orthotics to advanced surgical corrections like Lapiplasty. Our treatment plans address both pain relief and structural correction, utilizing minimally invasive techniques when appropriate. Patient education about footwear modifications and preventive care forms an integral part of our bunion management approach.
Custom Orthotics
Our clinic provides custom-molded orthotic devices tailored to individual foot structures and gait patterns. Using advanced 3D scanning technology, we create personalized arch supports that address specific biomechanical issues. These prescription orthotics effectively treat conditions like flat feet, heel pain, and diabetic foot ulcers while improving overall foot function and comfort.
Foot Surgery
We perform a wide range of foot and ankle surgeries including tendon repairs, fracture corrections, and joint fusions. Our surgical approach prioritizes minimally invasive techniques when possible, with specialized expertise in Arthrex InternalBrace procedures for ankle instability. Post-operative care includes comprehensive rehabilitation plans to ensure proper healing and functional recovery.
Heel Pain Relief
Our clinic specializes in diagnosing and treating various causes of heel pain including plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, and Achilles tendon injuries. We utilize advanced diagnostic tools like X-rays and MRI to identify the root cause, then develop customized treatment plans incorporating physical therapy, orthotics, and injection therapies to provide lasting relief and prevent recurrence.
People
Dr. Alex Urteaga
Podiatrist
Dr. Alex Urteaga, a board-certified podiatric surgeon, graduated second in his class from Barry University and completed residencies at Scott and White/Texas A&M. With 25+ years in New Braunfels, he combines academic expertise as a UT faculty member with practical experience treating foot and ankle conditions.
Questions
What foot and ankle conditions do you treat?
We treat all foot and ankle conditions including sports injuries, bunions, heel pain, ingrown toenails, ankle sprains, and complex deformities using both conservative and surgical approaches.
Do you offer urgent care appointments?
Yes, we provide same-day urgent care appointments for acute injuries like ankle sprains and traumatic foot injuries with immediate diagnostic imaging available.
What surgical techniques do you specialize in?
Our clinic specializes in advanced techniques like Arthrex InternalBrace for ankle instability and Lapiplasty for bunion correction, focusing on minimally invasive procedures when appropriate.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with most major insurance providers and can help verify your coverage for both office visits and surgical procedures.
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can request an appointment through our website or by calling (830) 625-8200 during regular business hours for new patient consultations.
Reviews (6)
Alicia Stevenson
Feb 03, 2022
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Wonderful experience! Very friendly and efficient staff. Dr. Urteaga was very caring and listened to my concerns. He then gave me choices in my treatment. He gave me instructions about follow up maintenance to hopefully prevent the problem again. The office is centrally located with plenty of parking in the back. Highly recommended!
Sandy Luensmann
Jan 17, 2022
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Dr Urteaga is the only Dr. I would have to work on my feet. He did surgery on my foot years ago and haven't had any problems since then. Today he work on my toe solve the problem I was having. I highly recommend him.
Cheryl Turley
Dec 26, 2021
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My husband has been a patient for about 10 years. Diabetic wounds, calluses, and recently surgery resulting in amputation. Dr Alex has been patient, honest and always straightforward with his diagnosis and treatments. He has never made my husband feel degraded for not being able to adhere to treatment protocols to the letter. He did everything he could to minimize the leg loss. Once we knew we could not save the foot, Dr Urteaga recommended a surgeon and still came to visit in hospital after the surgeries. Highly recommend ALL the staff here. Wonderful people.
Terri McCrary
Dec 14, 2021
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I had a severe ankle break while out of town. They fit me in the same day I got back to town. Although the Dr. was booked on his normal surgery day they were able to get me in on Wednesday first thing in the morning. Everything was explained in detailed and all questions were answered. I feel as if Im in great hands.
George Berry
Oct 23, 2021
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I cut my achilles tendon in half and then shuffled around for 2 months uncomfortably because my wife and I had trips planned during the summer. I got the name of a doctor in San Antonio who was supposed to be good. I called and set up an appointment for a month later. I looked up Urteaga and read the reviews that were either great or there were scheduling and front office problems. I decided to call because I did not want to go to San Antonio several times if I could help it. I figured I would take a chance and see about attitude and schedule. The receptionist was amazing and worked me in two
Gloria Guerena
Oct 21, 2021
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This was my first visit and I was very pleased with the service I received. They took me in right away, they went into great detail with what was going on with my ankle. They requested that I provide them with the original X-rays as well as the original report just in case we might need those with further evaluations and requests for Social Security. Couldnt have asked for better service. Thank you!
