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Forty-seven percent of Americans suffer from a foot ailment, but only 26 percent have actually seen a podiatrist. Are you among the many who have ignored their feet for too long? Submit your foot query below and be on your way to better foot health! One of our member podiatrists will answer questions once a week. Check the Answers Page to find previously asked questions and pick up some tips about foot health along the way.
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If you are currently suffering from pain or other problems with your feet, find a podiatrist near you now.
Current Expert: Dr. Carolyn McAloon
Dr. Carolyn McAloon is a podiatric physician who practices at Bay Area Foot Care in Castro Valley, and Dublin, CA. She received her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco. She currently serves as Vice President of the California Podiatric Medical Association and is an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University.
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