expert type icon EXPERT

Dr. Martin Thomas Girling, DPM

Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)

Dr. Martin Thomas Girling DPM is a top Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) in Plant City, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Martin Thomas Girling DPM is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Martin Thomas Girling DPM is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Martin Thomas Girling DPM is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Plant City, FL, Dr. Martin Thomas Girling DPM is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
Dr. Martin Thomas Girling, DPM
  • Plant City, FL
  • Accepting new patients

Discolored toe

Can not tell via this pix. Suggest seeing a podiatrist. Likely nothing but some blood under the nail. However melanoma needs to be rules out!

Ingrown toenail?

You need to see a podiatrist. The bleeding is likely secondary to the nail border being ingrown, especially if the tissue around it is becoming “proud”…. This is growing out unusually. READ MORE
You need to see a podiatrist. The bleeding is likely secondary to the nail border being ingrown, especially if the tissue around it is becoming “proud”…. This is growing out unusually. There are other things that can cause bleeding under the nail such as a glomus tumor (not cancer, but painful). Find a good DPM near you and get an appt.

Dr. G

I have foot pain?

Don’t have an idea how old this is but looks normal for days to weeks. It will resolve with rest ice and compression as well as elevation.

Can flat feet be fixed without surgery?

Not fixed… and if never have the surgery and will never do another. Patients are never really happy. That said, proper fitting custom orthosis help a great deal and prevent further READ MORE
Not fixed… and if never have the surgery and will never do another. Patients are never really happy. That said, proper fitting custom orthosis help a great deal and prevent further biomechanical deformities.

How long does pain last after broken ankle surgery?

4-7 days is big. After mild pain. It however takes months to feel normal.

Do podiatrists treat ingrown toenails?

Simple answer. Yes and better than primary care or dermatologist.

Is it better to keep a burn moist or dry?

See a doctor and get an Rx for SILVADENE

Toenail surgery?

Not soak after major surgery but bandages off day 3

Sprained ankle?

Pix very grainy but it looks normal from what I can see.

Does a podiatrist take care of foot deformities?

Oh dear me that’s 90% of what they do. And do it well.

Weird spot on the sole of my foot?

Go to a dermatologist or podiatrist. This could be a melanoma.

Can I walk a week after ankle surgery?

Not if you were my patient. 6 weeks non-weight bearing for most ankle surgeries.

How long does it take for a ruptured Achilles tendon to heal without surgery?

About 3 months in a cam boot. Then nearly one year for complete resolution. Actually, the same as with surgery.

How successful is plantar fasciitis surgery?

Done only as a last resort but works quite well with the right doctor.

How can I control the bad smell from my feet?

Wash your feet with Nizoral shampoo. Use deodorant or a thin application of milk of Mag. No smoking or caffeine.

What can I do for dry and cracked feet?

Use lac Gudrun 12%. It's non-Rx over the counter.

What are the best creams for toenail fungus?

Truthfully nothing really works. Over-the-counter Lamacil is lotramin.

Can you walk after foot surgery?

Depending on the surgery. Often same day in a surgical shoe

Can you walk after toenail removal?

Yes. You can walk out of the office without problems.