Pediatric Podiatrist in Phoenix, AZ

Foot and ankle problems can make it hard for children to walk, play, or join daily activities. Foot + Ankle Specialty Centers provides gentle exams, clear answers, and personalized care from a pediatric podiatrist in Phoenix, AZ.

Common Foot Problems in Children

Children can develop foot and ankle problems because of growth, injuries, infections, or differences in foot structure. Finding the cause helps us choose care that supports healthy movement.

Foot structure

Flat Feet

Some children have low or missing arches that may cause foot pain, tired legs, or trouble during physical activities.

Walking pattern

Intoeing or Toe Walking

A child’s feet may turn inward, or the child may walk mainly on their toes instead of using the whole foot.

Growth-related pain

Sever’s Disease

Stress around the growing heel can cause pain in active children, especially during running, jumping, or sports.

Skin and nail problems

Warts or Ingrown Toenails

Plantar warts and ingrown nails can cause tenderness, swelling, redness, or pain while wearing shoes.

Signs Your Child May Need a Pediatric Podiatrist

Children may not always explain when their feet hurt. Watch for these signs that may mean your child needs a foot exam.

Foot or Ankle Pain

Your child may complain about pain while walking, playing sports, attending school, or completing normal daily activities.

Changes in Walking

Your child may limp, walk on their toes, turn their feet inward, or begin tripping more often.

Difficulty Playing Sports

Foot or ankle problems may make running, jumping, practicing, and other physical activities painful or difficult.

Symptoms That Do Not Improve

Pain, swelling, skin changes, or walking problems may continue after rest and simple care at home.

How We Diagnose and Treat Pediatric Foot Problems

Before recommending care, we examine your child’s feet and ankles to understand what is affecting their growth, comfort, or movement.

Parent and Child Consultation

Tell us when the problem began, what symptoms you noticed, and whether it affects walking, sports, shoes, or daily activities.

Foot and Ankle Exam

We check the feet, ankles, joints, skin, nails, strength, movement, and any areas that feel painful or tender.

Walking and Imaging Tests When Needed

We may watch your child walk or use X-rays and other tests when more information is needed for a diagnosis.

Personalized Treatment Plan

The exam results help us plan care, which may include shoe changes, exercises, orthotics, medicine, bracing, or another treatment.

Pediatric Foot and Ankle Treatment Options

Treatment depends on your child’s age, symptoms, diagnosis, activity level, and stage of growth. Many conditions improve with simple, nonsurgical care.

Daily support

Footwear Changes

Properly fitted shoes can give growing feet more space, support, and protection during school, sports, and everyday activities.

Movement care

Stretching and Physical Therapy

Exercises and physical therapy may improve strength, flexibility, balance, walking patterns, and foot or ankle movement.

Custom support

Orthotics or Bracing

Custom orthotics or braces may support the feet, improve alignment, reduce pressure, and make walking more comfortable.

Focused care

Medicine or In-Office Treatment

Medicine, wart care, nail procedures, immobilization, or surgery may be considered based on your child’s specific condition.

Help Your Child Move with Confidence

A foot or ankle problem can affect your child’s comfort, balance, confidence, and ability to stay active. Early care can identify the cause and support healthy development.

How Foot Problems Can Affect Your Child

How Pediatric Foot Care Can Help

Meet Our Experienced Podiatrists

Our podiatrists provide personalized foot and ankle care for children and adults. They take time to explain each diagnosis and treatment option clearly.

Podiatrist

Payam Sarraf, DPM

Dr. Sarraf is an experienced podiatrist who provides complete foot and ankle care. He helps patients improve their comfort, movement, and foot health.

Podiatrist

Kate Kennedy, DPM

Dr. Kennedy provides careful and personalized foot and ankle care. Her strong medical and surgical training helps her treat many patient needs.

Podiatrist

Katy Statler, DPM

Dr. Statler has advanced surgical training and experience caring for different foot and ankle problems. She served as chief resident during her training.

Podiatrist

Christopher Van Damme, DPM

Dr. Van Damme completed advanced surgical training at Valleywise Health. He provides both surgical and nonsurgical care for foot and ankle concerns.

WHY Choose Us

Receive convenient, gentle foot and ankle care from a team focused on your child’s comfort, movement, and healthy development.

Five Convenient Locations

Bring your child to an office in Phoenix, Gilbert, Scottsdale, Chandler, or Mesa for an examination and follow-up care.

+1,000 Five-Star Reviews

More than 1,000 five-star reviews reflect the trust Arizona families place in our experienced foot and ankle team.

Personalized Treatment Plans

Your child’s care plan considers age, symptoms, growth, activities, foot structure, and any treatments already tried.

Complete Diagnostic Care

Our podiatrists perform careful foot, ankle, and walking exams and may request imaging when it is needed.

What Our Patients Say

Foot + Ankle Specialty Centers has a 4.9 out of 5 rating from more than 1,000 patient reviews. Patients often mention caring doctors, clear answers, helpful staff, and comfortable visits.

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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They were very nice. They listened to me. They explained everything to me so I could understand.
  
 
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   Valerie Smith 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent experience and Dr Statler was very knowledgeable and really took the time to explain everything. Her recommendations were greatly appreciated and i am confident they will help me to feel my best
  
 
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   Elaine Turnage 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great staff- appointment is on time 99% of time. Not much of wait like in so many offices.  Our time is precious too ! Dr. Sarraf cares about his patients and does everything to help them.  All of staff cares about our wellbeing.I recommend you go see for yourself.
  
 
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   Marsha Rodgers 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Staff is always courteous and helpful.  Dr Statler is AWSOME!
  
 
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   Pam Johnson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The staff is wonderful. Your questions & concerns are answered & everything is explained.  I never feel rushed
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Can’t say enough about Dr. Sarraf. He’s an excellent and caring physician.
  
 
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   Gary Spooner 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Staff & Doctor were very knowledgeable explained my issues & answered my questions in ways that I could understand.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience! Dr. Zaffar provided me excellent information and offered multiple solutions to my issue and then he let me decide how I wanted to handle my situation!
  
 
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Clear and Simple Explanations

Parents value podiatrists who explain their child’s condition and treatment choices in words that are easy to understand.

Kind and Helpful Staff

Many reviews describe friendly team members, organized appointments, short waiting times, and a welcoming office experience.

Better Comfort and Movement

Families often report positive experiences after receiving care for pain, injuries, walking concerns, and other childhood foot conditions.

Trusted Family Foot Care

Patient reviews show strong trust in our team for professional, respectful, and personalized foot and ankle care.

Insurance Coverage and Convenient Arizona Locations

Do not let insurance concerns delay care for your child’s foot or ankle problem. Our team can help you review benefits before the appointment.

Insurance Plans Accepted

We accept many insurance plans that may cover exams, X-rays, custom orthotics, physical therapy, procedures, and other needed treatments.

Confirm Your Coverage

Call us at 480-812-3668 today. Our team can check your benefits and help you prepare for your child’s visit.

Five Convenient Locations

Choose an office in Phoenix, Gilbert, Scottsdale, Chandler, or Mesa and help your child take the next step toward comfortable movement.

Pediatric Podiatrist Near You

Receive pediatric foot and ankle care at one of our five convenient locations across Arizona.

Phoenix

2228 W Northern Ave, Suite B-101
Phoenix, AZ 85021

Gilbert

4915 East Baseline Rd, Suite 121
Gilbert, AZ 85234

Scottsdale

6565 E Greenway Parkway, Suite 101
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Chandler

1100 S. Dobson, Suite 118
Chandler, AZ 85286

Mesa

215 South Power Road, Suite 102
Mesa, AZ 85206

Pediatric Podiatrist FAQs

When should my child see a pediatric podiatrist?

Schedule an exam if your child has ongoing pain, limping, frequent tripping, unusual walking, swelling, an injury, or difficulty wearing shoes.

Are flat feet normal in children?

Flat feet are common in young children and may improve with growth. An exam is helpful if they cause pain or movement problems.

Can a podiatrist treat my child’s sports injury?

Yes. A podiatrist can examine foot and ankle injuries, request imaging when needed, and create a safe treatment and recovery plan.

Does insurance cover pediatric podiatry care?

Coverage depends on the insurance plan and treatment. Call our office to check benefits for exams, imaging, orthotics, therapy, or procedures.

Help Your Child Stay Active and Comfortable

Foot and ankle problems can affect walking, sports, and everyday play, but early care can help. Book an appointment with Foot + Ankle Specialty Centers for a careful diagnosis and a treatment plan designed for your child’s growing feet.