San Antonio Foot Doctor - Dr. Mark Tompkins - Podiatrist, Foot & Ankle Surgeon

Dr. Mark H. Tompkins
Office Phone: (210) 341-2202
FAX: (210) 341-0706

Dr. Mark H. Tompkins is a Podiatric Physician
and Surgeon in San Antonio, TX.

FOOT PAIN

Foot pain and ailments are among the most common of our health problems, yet are often the direct result of a lifetime of abuse and neglect. Many serious foot problems can be cured or at least managed, but they often go untreated because people mistakenly believe that discomfort and pain are normal. Dr. Tompkins has over 14 years experience in treating common foot problems.

Reconstructive Foot/Ankle Surgery
and Sports Medicine Specialist

Dr. Tompkins has an extensive background and experience in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. He is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS). He has previously served as Vice President of ACFAS, Division XII, in Pittsburgh, PA.

Dr. Tompkins specializes in sports related injuries, and preventative biomechanics. He is currently a team physician for Incarnate Word University and Churchill High School . In addition, he has worked extensively with area high school, college, and professional athletes. Dr. Tompkins incorporates numerous preventative treatment regimens, and rigorous training programs in working with area athletes to keep them active.

More Information Regarding Athletic-Related
Injuries, Treatments, and Preventions

The average person takes approximately 8-10,000 steps/day and will walk almost 115,000 miles in his/her lifetime. This is equivalent to about 4 ½ times around the earth.

75% of Americans will experience foot problems at some time in their lives. Incidence varies with age. Almost 50% of people over the age of 50, and approximately 35% between the ages of 18-24.

About 19 percent of the US population has an average of 1.4 foot problems each year. This is based on statistics from the American Podiatric Medical Association

Women are four times more likely to experience foot problems than men.

Slam Dunk for Life (SDFL) is a unique, non-profit organization designed to reach out to at-risk youth in the Greater San Antonio area. Dr. Tompkins is currently the President of the Board of Directors for SDFL. MORE ABOUT SLAM DUNK

Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy For Chronic Heel Pain

Sclerosing Injection Treatments for Mortons Neuroma

FOOT PAIN

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