Dr. Marc Katz, DPM

As a type 1 diabetic for 40 years my feet are one of my biggest priorities! I don't just trust my feet with anyone. I first went to a podiatrist in my plan, named Dr. Valins in Zephyrhills. He saw my big toenail that had fungus on it and immediately said that it had to be permanently removed. As a 40 year old woman I was not OK with losing my toenail forever. I am not vain and if I really had to do it I would have. For some reason my gut told me to get a second opinion. I went out of network and paid out of pocket to see Dr. Katz based on the reviews on various websites and boy were they RIGHT ON THE MONEY!!!

Dr. Katz told me that I DID NOT need to remove a toenail from my foot unless it was causing me pain, which it wasn't. Honestly, it just looked gross. Dr. Katz then shared with me that he would never perform surgery on a diabetic's foot unless it was absolutely necessary. My experience with Dr. Valins was 4 years ago, I still have my toenail, it is still ugly but I trusted Dr. Katz and he was absolutely right. I did not need to permanently remove my toenail and take the chance of getting an infection in my foot. Please go see Dr. Katz and let him care for your feet. He is awesome!!

WOW is right! I am not surprised at all by every excellent review below -- Dr. Katz and his office staff are THAT good. I appreciated all of the information on his website, which led me to be comfortable calling his office to make an appointment for my ingrown toenail. From my first contact with his courteous staff, to Dr. Katz, and all of his office staff every time I've visited or called, I experience unparalleled service. Dr. Katz treated my toenail, but he did so much more than that with his great sense of humor and bedside manner! What else can I say except I agree with one of the other reviewers -- I am only disappointed I cannot see or deal with Dr. Katz and his office more often! I am a patient of theirs for life and will continue to recommend everyone to his office.

I have been seeing Dr Katz for 2 years. He is a very good doctor, he answers all questions, is very patient & kind, but also has a wonderful sense of humor. I started to see him for treatment of toenail fungus, and for other toe issues as well. He is very fair, and seems to honestly be concerned with the well being of his patients. I always recommend him to family & friends.

Being in the member service industry for my professional Credit Union career, I was totally impressed with the level of service received by Dr. Katz and his staff. From my first contact on the telephone to the office visit, I was treated as a valued patient with smiles, professionalism, and a positive attitude. I was impressed. Never before have I experienced this level of service. In one word, it was "W O W." I am just sorry I can't deal with Dr. Katz and his staff more often. Once my issue was resolved, no need to return.
Respectfully submitted,
Richard Ferlita

Dr. Katz and his staff were beyond excellent. Everyone there was compassionate, and personable. They squeezed me in on a busy Friday, took the time to listen to me and find out all the details with my toe, and then took care of my problem. I 100% recommend his office for any of your foot issues.