Business Details
41 Years
experience
Comprehensive Podiatry Services in Shreveport
Ark La Tex Foot & Ankle Specialists has been a trusted provider of comprehensive foot and ankle care in the Shreveport-Bossier City region for over three decades. Our team of board-certified podiatrists and surgeons brings extensive experience in treating a wide range of conditions, from common foot pain to complex reconstructive surgeries. With two convenient locations in Shreveport and Bossier City, Louisiana, we combine advanced medical techniques with personalized care to address chronic pain, sports injuries, diabetic wound care, and structural deformities. Our practice maintains affiliations with leading hospitals and surgical centers, ensuring access to state-of-the-art facilities.We prioritize patient education and preventive care while offering innovative treatments like MLS laser therapy and Lapiplasty 3D bunion correction. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our physicians' advanced certifications, fellowship training, and active participation in professional organizations. The practice consistently receives positive feedback for its compassionate approach, timely appointments, and successful treatment outcomes across generations of patients.
Services
Bunion Correction
Laser Therapy
Custom Orthotics
Foot Surgery
Wound Care
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- Board-certified surgeons with 30+ years of combined experience
- Advanced treatments including MLS laser and Lapiplasty 3D bunion correction
- Two convenient locations serving Shreveport and Bossier City
- Specialized diabetic wound care and sports medicine expertise
- Fellowship-trained physicians with hospital surgical privileges
What people say
Compassionate care
Successful surgical outcomes
Knowledgeable staff
Timely appointments
Clean facilities
Services
Bunion Correction
Our specialists perform advanced bunion correction procedures including Lapiplasty 3D bunion correction. This innovative technique addresses the root cause of bunions through precise bone realignment. Patients benefit from faster recovery times and reduced recurrence rates compared to traditional methods. The procedure is suitable for both mild and severe bunion deformities.
Laser Therapy
We offer MLS laser therapy for chronic foot pain conditions including plantar fasciitis, neuropathy, and fungal nail infections. This non-invasive treatment uses specific wavelengths to reduce inflammation and promote tissue healing. Clinical studies demonstrate its effectiveness in improving circulation and accelerating recovery without medication or surgery.
Custom Orthotics
Our practice provides custom-molded orthotics designed to address individual biomechanical issues. These prescription inserts correct abnormal foot motion, redistribute pressure, and improve overall foot function. We use advanced scanning technology to create personalized solutions for conditions like flat feet, heel pain, and sports-related injuries.
Foot Surgery
Our board-certified surgeons perform comprehensive foot and ankle procedures ranging from hammertoe corrections to complex reconstructive surgeries. With hospital privileges at Willis Knighton and Christus facilities, we treat fractures, arthritis, and deformities using both traditional and minimally invasive techniques for optimal patient outcomes.
Wound Care
Specialized wound care services focus on diabetic foot ulcers and other chronic wounds. Our approach combines debridement, infection control, and advanced dressings with pressure redistribution strategies. The team collaborates with hyperbaric medicine specialists to promote healing for non-responsive wounds and prevent limb amputations.
People
Gregory W. Bryan
Podiatrist
Board-certified podiatrist with 30+ years experience in foot and ankle surgery. Diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Specializes in bunion correction, sports injuries, and laser treatments. Performs surgeries at Willis Knighton Hospital.
R. Blair Drummond
Podiatrist
Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Specializes in heel pain, bunion surgery, and sports medicine. Provides care in both Shreveport and Bossier City locations. Active member of the American Podiatric Medical Association.
William K. Andress
Podiatrist
Board-qualified foot and ankle surgeon with expertise in reconstructive surgery. Offers laser treatments for chronic foot pain. Serves patients in Shreveport, Bossier City, and Natchitoches. Graduate of Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science.
Gabriel Mitchell
Podiatrist
Specialist in foot deformities and wound care. Trained in Mohs surgery reconstruction and diabetic limb salvage. Provides care at both Shreveport and Bossier City offices. Graduate of Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine.
Emma Kayal
Podiatrist
Fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon specializing in joint preservation and minimally invasive techniques. Expertise in total ankle replacement and sports medicine. Graduate of Barry University with advanced training in reconstructive rearfoot surgery.
Questions
What foot conditions do you treat?
We treat all foot and ankle conditions including bunions, hammertoes, heel pain, plantar fasciitis, fungal nails, sports injuries, and diabetic foot complications.
Do you offer laser treatment for foot pain?
Yes, we provide MLS laser therapy for chronic foot pain conditions like plantar fasciitis, neuropathy, and fungal nail infections.
Are your doctors board-certified?
All our podiatrists are board-certified or board-qualified with specialized training in foot and ankle surgery.
Do you have locations in both Shreveport and Bossier City?
Yes, we have offices in both Shreveport and Bossier City for patient convenience.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare. Contact our offices for specific insurance verification.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call our Shreveport office at (318) 687-8447 or Bossier City office at (318) 746-9555 to schedule your appointment.
Reviews (4)
Nancy Butler
Sep 15, 2021
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This is a warm friendly place where you don't have to wait hours for your Dr. to see you and the out comes of my exams have been great.
Freda Harris
Feb 16, 2021
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Im an orthopedic nurse. When I needed foot surgery I went to Ark La Tex Foot and Ankle Specialists. Dr Bryan did my surgery. I was impressed with the professionalism of the staff and Dr Bryan. Especially the surgery schedulers I had great results!
Sheila Sanders
Feb 16, 2021
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Ark La Tex Foot and Ankle Specialist has a beautiful office setting with very friendly compassionate doctors and staff. The office is always clean and the staff is always kind and pleasant. I have had several of the doctors manage and maintain my diabetic foot exams and I am very happy with my treatments and with my doctors. I would highly recommend Ark La Tex Foot and Ankle Specialist to anyone who has any type of foot or ankle issues.
Blair Bryan
Feb 14, 2021
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Dr. Drummond and Dr. Bryan are fantastic! Dr. Bryan has taken care of my feet for several years. When I was younger he took care of ingrown toenails in the office. Recently Ive had him look at a Mortons Neuroma on my left foot. He gave me options, as well as things I can do to limit how much it bothers me. I also have abnormality on one of the bones near the arch of my foot, which when it gets inflamed rubs on the tendon and it hurts! Unfortunately, the only way to truly treat this is to have surgery to shave the bone down, but right now, I dont have the time to be down from a surgery
