How to Find and Book a Foot Doctor in Lake Worth, TX

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If you need a foot or ankle doctor in Lake Worth, TX, Advanced Foot & Ankle Associates, PLLC is a local podiatry practice with a Lake Worth office (ZIP 76135) and a second office in Willow Park (ZIP 76087) serving the surrounding Fort Worth area. The practice treats common foot and ankle conditions, accepts most insurance plans, and welcomes new patients. To book, call the Lake Worth office at (817) 238-8400 or the Aledo / Willow Park office at (817) 400-2004.

Who you'd be seeing

The practice lists two doctors:

Doctor Credentials
Russell Pendleton DPM
Mark Thompson DPM

Both are described as general podiatrists who treat a range of foot and ankle conditions, with additional focus on geriatric foot care and arthritic foot and ankle care. The practice offers conservative treatments first and performs surgery when needed.

Conditions commonly treated

The clinic's own list of common foot and ankle conditions includes:

  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Bunions
  • Athletic / sports injuries
  • Ankle sprains
  • Ingrown toenails
  • Neuromas
  • Arthritis
  • Wound care
  • Heel pain and heel spurs
  • Corns, hammertoes, and warts
  • Foot orthotics

If your problem falls under one of these categories, this is the type of practice set up to handle it. If your issue is outside foot and ankle care, you'd need a different specialist.

Before you book: two things to confirm

  1. Insurance. The practice states it accepts most insurance plans, but "most" is not "all." Call the office with your plan details before your visit so you know what's covered.
  2. New patient status. The practice says it welcomes new patients, so you can book as a first-time patient.

Neither pricing nor a list of specific accepted insurers is published on the site, so those details have to come from the office directly.

How to schedule an appointment

  1. Choose your office — Lake Worth or Aledo / Willow Park — based on which is closer to you.
  2. Call the matching number:
    • Lake Worth: (817) 238-8400
    • Aledo / Willow Park: (817) 400-2004
  3. Ask whether your insurance is accepted and what the next available new-patient appointment is.
  4. Complete the new patient forms before your visit — the site has a New Patient Forms section you can use to get them done ahead of time.

What to bring to a first visit

  • Your insurance card and a photo ID
  • Completed new patient forms
  • A list of current medications
  • Any relevant imaging or records from another provider
  • Notes on when the problem started and what makes it better or worse

What patients report

The site's patient testimonials describe two things worth knowing before you call. One patient, a 15-year-old nervous about needles, said Dr. Pendleton was patient, let them take time to calm down, and was gentle. Another patient with two broken ankles and a torn ligament praised Dr. Thompson and his staff for answering questions and making them feel well cared for. Both reviews point to the same practical takeaway: staff responsiveness and a calm bedside manner are part of what this practice is known for locally.

Quick decision guide

  • Closest to Lake Worth, want a same-area office: call (817) 238-8400.
  • Closer to Willow Park or Aledo: call (817) 400-2004.
  • Need surgery, not just conservative care: the practice performs surgical procedures when needed, so it's a reasonable first call.
  • Unsure whether your insurance works: call before booking rather than after.