General Practitioners

• Warts
• Arthritis
  Damage to the posterior tibial tendon, the tendon that runs along the ankle from the lower leg to the middle of the arch.
• Plantar Fasciitis
  “Saw Dr. Regal for excruciating, ongoing heel pain. After examining the x-rays and my swollen heel, Dr. Regal diagnosed acute plantar fasciitis and gave me a steroid shot and follow up in 2 weeks. By the next morning about 85% of the pain was gone. I went home with stretching exercises and an arch brace. I’m relieved Dr. Regal addressed my pain professionally and quickly. He answered all my questions and I highly recommend him and Triad Foot Center.”
• Primary Care
  Unfortunately, one of the major complications of diabetes can and does involve the lower extremities and the feet.  Remember, foot and ankle health is important to your overall well being, mobility, and pursuit of fitness. If you have pre-diabetes or diabetes, it is crucial for you to have a regular foot examination by your primary care physician.  Early diagnosis and care help to prevent diabetic foot problems.
• Family Practice
  Initiate a total medical team approach, which may include your family practice doctor, endocrinologist, internist, vascular surgeon, and infectious disease specialist.
• Emergency Care
  “The Network for Exceptional Care” is the largest and most comprehensive healthcare network in the region, which consists of six hospitals, including their flagship hospital, The Moses H. Cone Hospital in Greensboro, N.C. Three medical centers, four urgent care centers, 100 physician practice offices and multiple centers of excellence also make up their health system.
• Diabetic Foot Care
  Our physicians specialize in total foot and ankle care including bunion and hammertoe surgery; toenail fungus treatment, heel pain, plantar fasciitis, ingrown toenails, diabetic foot care, and much more.

Endocrinologist

• Diabetes Care

Radiologist

• Ultrasound
  To determine if you are suffering from a neuroma, a podiatrist may recommend an x-ray, ultrasound or an MRI in order to evaluate the bone and tissues. For mild to moderate neuromas, a podiatrist may prescribe...
• MRI
• X-Rays

Surgeons

• General Surgery
  In addition to providing surgical services and general podiatric care, Triad Foot & Ankle Center is an innovator in providing state-of-the-art treatment for plantar fasciitis, called Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Therapy (EPAT).
• Arthroscopy
  Dr. McDonald is a native of Waynesville, North Carolina and a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, and a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He completed a 4-year residency in foot and ankle surgery at the University of Pennsylvania, followed by a 1-year clinical research fellowship in Podiatric Research. He has extensive experience and interests in treating forefoot, hindfoot and ankle deformities, sports medicine, arthroscopy, arthritis, total ankle joint replacement, traumatic injuries, diabetic limb salvage, as well as advancements in minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery including minimally invasive bunion correction. His primary goal is helping patients get back on their feet to their pre-injury levels of activity. He believes in maximizing non-operative treatment while also providing individualized and innovative surgical options when necessary and emphasizes patient-centered therapies and education to identify the best treatments to suit their lifestyles.
• Wound Care
  Originally from Hickory, NC, Dr. Egerton holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Exercise Science from Appalachian State University. She received her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, and completed her residency at DePaul Health Center in Saint Louis. During her three-year residency she was trained in trained in foot surgery, rear foot and ankle surgery as well as wound care and limb salvage.
• Ankle Surgery
  Our podiatrists are foot surgery specialists with over 100 years of combined private practice experience in podiatric medicine and are Board-Certified and Board-Qualified by the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery.
• Bunion Surgery
  Your pre-teen or teenager (especially girls aged 10-15) may develop an adolescent bunion at the base of his or her big toe. Unlike adults with bunions, a young person can normally move the affected joint but may experience pain and have trouble wearing shoes. Surgery to remove an adolescent bunion is not recommended unless your child is in extreme pain and the problem does not get better with changes in shoe wear. If your adolescent has bunion surgery before he or she is fully-grown there is a strong chance the problem will return.
• Joint Replacement
• Bunions
  Comfortable, properly fitting shoes are important to your overall foot health no matter what your situation, but they are crucial if you are predisposed to bunions of any kind.  Keep these guidelines in mind when you choose your footwear...
• Arthroscopy
• Ingrown Toenails
  Keeping your toenails properly trimmed is an important part of good foot health. For a variety of reasons, it can become quite difficult, if not impossible, to trim your own toenails on a regular basis. Certain toenail conditions can result in thick toenails, or you may not be able to comfortably reach your toes. Perhaps you regularly trim your toenails, only to continually get ingrown toenails or trim the nail too close to the quick. Whatever the reason, you can trust that the podiatrists at Triad Foot & Ankle Center are licensed experts in correctly and effectively trimming toenails.
• Reconstructive Surgery
  Originally from Sanford, North Carolina, Dr. Kevin Patel graduated from North Carolina State University with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. He then obtained his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia. He served as a Chief Resident at the Temple University Hospital Health System, a level 1 trauma center, where he completed four years of surgical residency training. His comprehensive training included reconstructive surgery for various foot and ankle deformities, lower extremity trauma, sports injuries, and limb salvage. In his free time, he enjoys playing tennis, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Plastic Surgeons

• Hammertoe Surgery

Dermatologists

• Corns
  People with diabetes are more prone to have problems with their feet.  Even ordinary foot problems such as corns, calluses, a cut or a scratch on a diabetic person’s foot can lead to serious problems. Nerve damage called diabetic neuropathy can cause pain or even loss of feeling in your feet, thus you may not even be aware of an issue until it becomes more serious.  If you have diabetes, be sure to examine your feet daily, and see a doctor as soon as any problems develop.
• Calluses
• Fungus
  , FDA-approved laser technology has proved successful at eliminating the fungus from affected toenails. This in-office procedure is quick and painless.
• Psoriasis
  Thickened toenails can be caused by injury to the toe, pressure from shoes or from pre-existing conditions such as diabetes, psoriasis, or vascular disease. Other symptoms of thickened toenails include rigid, brittle or yellowed nails, with or without the presence of pain when pressure is applied to the affected toenail.

Physical Therapists

• Sports Medicine
  Dr. Brent Evans, DPM is a podiatric surgeon with specialized training in surgical reconstruction of the foot and ankle. He has an extensive background in lower extremity trauma, surgical reconstruction of foot and ankle deformities, and sports injuries. Originally from Orange, TX, Dr. Evans attended the University of Utah before studying at Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine and becoming Chief Resident at the internationally recognized Jackson Health System in Miami, FL. In his free time, Dr. Evans enjoys all outdoor activities as well as spending time with his wife and three children.
• Physical Therapy
  Unfortunately, in most cases, flat feet are not preventable; even if you weren’t born with flat feet, aging and heavy strain placed on the foot can weaken the foot muscles and cause arches to fall.  If there is no pain or discomfort present, there is no need for medical intervention, but if treatment is needed, your podiatrist may recommend custom orthotics, stretching exercises, physical therapy and even in extreme cases surgical reconstruction of the foot.
• Flatfoot Correction
• Heel Pain
• Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy

Podiatrists

• General Podiatry
  As one of the largest podiatry practices in North Carolina with state-of-the-art locations, Triad Foot & Ankle Center is close to home but far from ordinary. Our team of highly trained and skilled medical and surgical foot specialists includes nine podiatric doctors with offices in Greensboro, Burlington, Asheboro, and Kernersville.
• Ankle Sprain
• Bunions Problems
  More than half the women in America have bunions, a common deformity often inaccurately blamed on wearing tight, narrow shoes, and high heels. The truth is that the hereditary bone structure of your foot has a lot to do with whether you are susceptible to bunions; if other people in your family have bunions you should limit the amount of time you spend in tight shoes and high heels.
• Calluses
• Diabetic Foot Care
  Currently, there are over 23 million people in the United States with diabetes and over six million people with diabetes who are not diagnosed.  Interestingly enough, the human foot has been called the mirror of health, and podiatrists are often the first to see signs of systemic conditions, particularly diabetes.
• Flat Feet
  Also known as “fallen arches” or referred to medically as “pronation,” flat feet begin with an abnormal bone structure that causes the arch of the foot to collapse, and as a result, the entire sole of the foot comes into near or complete contact with the ground.  Generally, flat feet are not painful in themselves, but in some cases, they can cause cramps and fatigue in the foot and leg.  Left untreated they can lead to long-term pain.
• Fungus Toenails
  Yellow toenails can be caused by many conditions, diseases, and personal habits. Did you know that painting your toenails red, orange or yellow can stain your nails even after you remove the polish?  Toenail polish stains may be minor, but yellow toenails can also be the result of a more serious problem like fungal infections or diabetes.  If yellow toenails are accompanied by additional symptoms such as thickening of the nail, brittle and weak nails or nails that crumble and flake, the likely culprit is toenail fungus, a common condition that affects millions of people annually.  A fungus can begin with walking barefoot in public or in damp places, or with not allowing your toenails to air out after they get wet.  To prevent yellow toenail fungus make it a habit to wear clean socks, wear shoes made of breathable material, and clean and dry your feet and toes thoroughly every day.
• Hammertoes
  A hammertoe is a deformity in which the end of a toe is bent downward into a claw-like position.  When a hammertoe begins to form you may still be able to move and straighten the toe, but over time the toe will become rigid and will no longer straighten. Usually, a corn will form on top of the toe from rubbing against the top of footwear, and a callus will form on the bottom of the foot. These can become painful, especially when walking.
• Heel Spurs
  You’ll most likely experience arch pain early in the morning or after a prolonged period of rest. If the strain on the arch continues (particularly after walking or standing for long periods of time) and is left untreated, a bony protrusion, also known as a heel spur could develop.  As always, it is important to treat the condition as soon as possible before it worsens.
• Heel Pain
• Foot Pain
• Ingrown Toenails
  An ingrown toenail is not only uncomfortable, but it may also lead to infection and inflammation—in severe cases you may see pus or redness around the affected area. If the toenail is not infected then a proper trim from your podiatrist may help. In severe cases, the ingrown toenail may require antibiotics and a temporary or permanent removal of a portion of the nail.
• Toenail Problems
  Toenail problems can range from painful and frustrating to embarrassing and unsightly. The good news is there are preventative treatments that can restore your nails to good health. Here are some of the most common toenail problems, their symptoms, and recommended treatments.
• Plantar Fasciitis
  Plantar fasciitis treatment can greatly improve quality of life for sufferers of plantar fasciitis. Heel pain beginning as a dull ache, progressing to a sharp stabbing pain or a constant throb is often a result of plantar fasciitis.  Your most tender areas may be the center of your heel and the inside and bottom foot area where your heel and arch meet.  If you have plantar fasciitis, you know the pain and frustration brought by this condition.  Unfortunately, many of the treatment options don’t always relieve the heel pain of plantar fasciitis. The good news is that Triad Foot & Ankle Center now provides a non-invasive EPAT treatment that does provide pain relief for our patients.
• Podiatric Surgery
  A native of Akron, Ohio, Dr. Regal attended Ohio State University. He received his medical degree from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. His residency training was completed at the Baptist Memorial Specialty Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. In private practice since 1987, Dr. Regal is board certified in foot surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.