Heel, Bunion and Nerve Pain Relief Without Rushing Into Surgery
Not every case of heel, bunion, or nerve pain needs surgery. AZ Foot & Ankle is independently owned and physician-led, so Dr. Mark Forman personally evaluates your condition and oversees your treatment. He starts by understanding what may be causing your pain, then considers the conservative options appropriate for your case.
- Personalized treatment recommendations
- Second opinions always welcome
Is This Right for You?
Non-surgical care may be a good fit if you're experiencing:
- ✓Bunion or joint pain that's manageable but bothersome
- ✓Heel pain, plantar fasciitis, or nerve pain
- ✓Pain that's keeping you off the court, the trail, or your daily walk
- ✓Looking for options before committing to surgery
- ✓Want a second opinion before deciding on a path forward
"I listen, which a lot of doctors don't do. I look at what else might be going on before recommending anything."
What Gets Tried Before Surgery
Depending on what your evaluation shows, Dr. Forman builds a plan around the conservative options that fit your case, which may include gait and biomechanical assessment, orthotics, footwear and activity changes, bracing or immobilization, and physical therapy. Surgery is considered only if those options don't meet your needs.
Conservative care is often appropriate for:
- ✓Bunion and big-toe joint pain
- ✓Heel pain and plantar fasciitis
- ✓Nerve pain and neuromas
- ✓Tendon and soft tissue pain
Mark Forman, DPM
Dr. Forman is a board-certified podiatric physician and surgeon who has practiced in Scottsdale for more than a decade. He runs a solo practice, not a large group, so the doctor who evaluates you is the doctor who treats you. His practice is built around a conservative-first philosophy: find what is causing the problem, exhaust the right non-surgical options, and recommend surgery only when it offers the best outcome.
- ✓Board certified podiatric physician and surgeon
- ✓Solo practice — you see Dr. Forman at every visit
- ✓Comprehensive evaluations, whether you have a diagnosis or are starting from scratch
- ✓Surgery offered when needed, never pushed as the first option
- ✓900+ five-star Google reviews
What Patients Are Saying
"Dr Forman and his team are truly amazing. Everything they do, from the consultation to the diagnostics and customized treatment plans, is world class."
David Carter
"Dr Furman was very personable and professional. I felt reassured about my medical issue. Highly recommend."
Jacqueline Wyant
"Outstanding diagnosis, x-rays, consultation and plan of care, with availability in scheduling and superior, very affordable pricing. Above all, an excellent staff. Not going anywhere else."
Constantine Tzavaras
Frequently Asked Questions
Office visits and evaluations are billed through insurance when applicable. If any part of your care plan isn't covered, you'll get the full cost upfront, with flexible payment plans available, before anything is scheduled.
Dr. Forman starts with a full evaluation, looking at your biomechanics, gait, and history. Appropriate non-surgical options are explored first, with surgery considered only if those don't meet your needs.
No. Conservative care is also used for heel pain and plantar fasciitis, neuromas and nerve pain, tendon pain, and a range of other foot and ankle conditions.
If surgery turns out to be the best option, Dr. Forman also performs minimally invasive bunion surgery, using smaller incisions than traditional technique for an easier recovery.
Yes. Second opinions are welcome, and a comprehensive evaluation looks at the full picture, not just the treatments that have already been tried.
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Scottsdale Office
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
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| Friday | 8am – 12pm |
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