I’m Dr. Gary Heredia, a dual board-certified podiatrist in Frisco, Texas — board certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. I start with the simplest care that can work — and when surgery is the right answer, including minimally invasive bunion surgery, I’ll explain exactly why.
Se habla español — care in English or Spanish, your choice. Seeing patients in Frisco only.
Featured specialty
A bunion is a bony bump at the base of the big toe. As it grows, the toe can drift, shoes start to hurt, and walking — let alone running or a morning on the court — gets harder to enjoy.
How I approach it
Exam, history, and imaging when needed — so the plan fits your foot, not a template.
Footwear changes, padding, and orthotics can relieve pressure and slow symptoms for many people.
If conservative care isn’t enough, we’ll discuss whether you’re a candidate for a minimally invasive approach, what it involves, and what recovery realistically looks like.
Board certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. Residency in Foot & Ankle Reconstructive Surgery.
Non-surgical options first, and surgery only when it’s truly warranted.
Patients consistently praise that he takes time and explains options in plain language.
Full care in English or Spanish, directly with Dr. Heredia.
Patient reviews
Reviews from patients who saw Dr. Heredia — quoted exactly as published.
★★★★★
“I had an excellent experience at Frisco Foot and Ankle. Dr. Gary Heredia is knowledgeable, kind and compassionate. He truly cared about my concerns and explained everything to me in words that I could understand. This made me feel comfortable and confident in my care. Surgery was scheduled and everything went very smoothly. I’m grateful for his professionalism, skill and genuine concern. I highly recommend him.”Eva HudsonGoogle review
★★★★★
“Dr Heredia was articulate, quick and comforting with his knowledge of podiatry. Very happy I found him through zocdoc.”Cara E.Verified patient, Zocdoc
★★★★★
“Have had three separate successful surgeries with Dr. Heredia over several years. Each time he has thoroughly explained the procedure, answered all questions and has been friendly and helpful at every office visit. Crystal and the other staff are efficient and welcoming and help make each visit a pleasure. I highly recommend them.”Tim DaschGoogle review
★★★★★
“Top notch bedside manner, friendly staff, and knowledgeable doctor. Highly recommend Dr. Heredia!”Alexus W.Verified patient, Zocdoc
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“Dr. Heredia is very patient, kind and takes a much appreciated conservative and thoughtful approach to treatment. You’ll be in very good hands with him!”MCM731Google review
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“Super great experience considering the circumstances! I had to have an ingrown toenail removed, the staff and doctor were all wonderful and it was such an easier experience than when I had this done somewhere else 5 years ago. Highly recommended for any foot health needs!!”Adam L.Verified patient, Zocdoc
Google reviews are for Frisco Foot & Ankle Specialists, where Dr. Heredia practices and is co-owner; the reviews shown name Dr. Heredia.
Specialties
Plain-language guides to the problems I treat most as your Frisco podiatrist. Each one starts with an exam and a conversation — not a procedure. Open any card to see what a first visit usually includes.
Juanetes
A painful bump at the base of the big toe that can change how the toe lines up and which shoes feel comfortable. Care ranges from footwear and padding to minimally invasive surgery for selected patients.
You might notice: a visible bump, soreness over the joint, or the big toe drifting toward the second toe.
Foot exam and history, a look at your shoes and how you walk, and X-rays when needed to see the joint alignment. Then we talk through conservative options first, and surgery only if it makes sense for you.
Dolor de talón · fascitis plantar
That sharp ache with your first steps in the morning — or after sitting, running, or a long day on your feet. Plantar fasciitis is a common cause, but heel pain has several, and the treatment depends on which one it is.
You might notice: stabbing pain under the heel at the start of the day, soreness after activity, or tightness in the calf and arch.
Exam of the heel, arch, and Achilles, plus questions about activity, shoes, and training. Care often starts with stretching, footwear, and activity changes, with orthotics or other options when needed.
Uñas encarnadas
When the edge of a nail grows into the surrounding skin, even a sock can hurt. Quick in-office care can relieve the pressure — and guidance on trimming and footwear helps keep it from coming back.
You might notice: pain, redness, or swelling along one side of a toenail, especially the big toe.
Exam of the toe and nail, discussion of what triggered it, and in-office treatment when appropriate. You’ll leave with clear aftercare and tips to prevent recurrence. Seek care promptly if there is spreading redness or you have diabetes.
Dolor del tendón de Aquiles
Pain, stiffness, or swelling where the Achilles meets the heel — the tendon that powers every push-off when you walk, run, or jump. Overuse, sudden training changes, and tight calves are frequent contributors.
You might notice: stiffness first thing in the morning, pain that eases then returns during activity, or tenderness just above the heel.
Exam of the tendon and calf, gait and footwear review, and a plan built around load — what to keep doing, what to pause, and how to rebuild strength gradually. Imaging is ordered when it would change the plan.
Dedos en martillo
When a smaller toe bends or curls at the middle joint, it can rub against shoes, form corns, and make every step a negotiation. Early care focuses on relieving pressure; some cases eventually need a surgical conversation.
You might notice: a toe that curls downward, a corn on top of the joint, or pain in shoes with a narrow toe box.
Exam of toe flexibility and alignment, footwear review, and padding or orthotic options to reduce pressure. If the toe is rigid or conservative care isn’t enough, we’ll discuss surgical options candidly.
Verrugas plantares
Plantar warts grow on the sole of the foot and can feel like stepping on a small stone. They’re common, stubborn, and best handled with a plan — rather than picking at them or hoping they disappear on their own.
You might notice: a rough, grainy spot on the sole, pain when walking or standing, or small black dots within the growth.
Exam to confirm it’s a wart and rule out a corn or callus, then in-office treatment options and home-care guidance — including how to avoid spreading warts to other areas or family members.
Pies planos & plantillas ortopédicas
Low arches don’t always hurt — but when they do, the ache can show up in the feet, ankles, knees, or lower back. The right support, fitted to how you actually move, can change how the whole day feels.
You might notice: tired, achy feet after standing, shoes wearing unevenly, or arches that flatten when you bear weight.
Gait and arch exam, footwear review, and a discussion of off-the-shelf versus custom orthotics. Custom orthotics are recommended only when they’ll genuinely help — not as a default.
Bilingual care · Atención bilingüe
Language should never be the reason a foot problem goes unexplained — or untreated. Dr. Heredia speaks Spanish and talks with you directly: no interpreter in the middle, no guessing at what was said about your own feet.
El Dr. Heredia habla español y atiende personalmente a pacientes que prefieren comunicarse en español. Puede describir sus síntomas, hacer preguntas sobre el tratamiento y entender su plan de cuidado en su idioma — sin intérprete y sin barreras.
Ya sea dolor de talón, juanetes, uñas encarnadas o dolor del tendón de Aquiles, lo escuchamos primero y le explicamos cada paso. Su salud no debería depender de un traductor.
Se habla español. Le esperamos en Frisco.
Approach
Most foot problems get better without an operation. When they don’t, you deserve to know why surgery is being suggested — and what life looks like on the other side of it.
Your story — when it started, what makes it worse, what you need your feet to do — comes before any exam finding.
A focused exam, imaging only when it changes the plan, and findings explained in plain language.
Footwear, stretching, activity changes, padding, and orthotics — the simplest care that can genuinely work.
If surgery is warranted, it’s discussed openly: benefits, trade-offs, recovery, and alternatives.
About Dr. Heredia
Dr. Gary Heredia is a dual board-certified, surgically trained podiatrist and co-owner of Frisco Foot & Ankle Specialists — board certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. He sees patients in Frisco — his only patient location — and builds his practice one patient at a time.
The approach is conservative-first and explain-first: patients are listened to, the plan is explained clearly, and surgery is never presented as the only path forward. Dr. Heredia brings the same direct, unhurried conversation to English- and Spanish-speaking patients alike.
No. Many people get real relief from footwear changes, padding, and orthotics. Surgery enters the conversation when pain limits daily life and conservative care isn’t enough — and even then, the decision is yours, made with full information.
It generally means smaller incisions and specialized instruments to correct the bunion, rather than a large open incision. Whether you’re a candidate depends on your bunion, your bones, and your goals — that’s a conversation for your visit, including realistic expectations for recovery.
Often plantar fasciitis — irritation of the band of tissue under the foot — which is why the first steps after waking can hurt most. Dr. Heredia will examine your heel and arch to confirm the cause, since heel pain has several, and start with conservative care such as stretching and footwear changes.
Yes — Dr. Heredia speaks Spanish and sees Spanish-speaking patients directly, without an interpreter. See the En español section above.
Many patients book directly. Call the office at (972) 559-0051 and the team will confirm what your plan requires and what to bring.
Your ID and insurance card, a list of medications, and the shoes that bother you most — they tell us a lot. If you have prior X-rays or records for the same problem, bring those too.
Your Frisco podiatrist, Dr. Heredia, listens to your concerns, examines your feet, and orders imaging only if it’s needed. He explains what he finds and your options — starting with conservative treatment whenever that’s appropriate — so you leave with a clear plan.
Many patients walk the same day in a protective shoe and are back in regular shoes within a few weeks, but every case is different. Dr. Heredia will give you a realistic timeline for your specific situation before you decide anything.
Yes. Dr. Heredia treats patients of all ages, from children to seniors — including ingrown toenails, warts, heel pain, and sports injuries in young athletes.
Yes — Dr. Heredia is fluent in Spanish and your entire visit, from check-in questions to your treatment plan, can be in Spanish.
Book online anytime through Zocdoc (the Book buttons on this page go straight to Dr. Heredia’s schedule) or call (972) 559-0051. Same-week appointments are often available.
Inside Frisco Foot & Ankle Specialists, 3550 Parkwood Blvd, Suite 702, Frisco, TX 75034 — serving Frisco, McKinney, Prosper and surrounding Dallas–Fort Worth communities.
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Dr. Heredia practices at Frisco Foot & Ankle Specialists.