
Welcome to Urgent Foot Care
We are committed to excellent service
Southernmost Foot and Ankle Specialists has maintained a commitment to friendly service, the latest technology, and clinical procedures since 1982. From the day we opened for business, our philosophy has been that the patient always comes first.
We are completely dedicated to our patients. Moreover, a staff member is always available to answer any questions or to help you determine your special needs. Your comfort and satisfaction are very important to us. We are an on-site emergency and wound care center which specializes in foot, leg, and ankle injuries and care.
Our Services At Urgent Foot Care
Our state-of-the-art facilities, fracture experts, and sports medicine specialists offer digital X-rays and laser treatments for pain and other conditions. We also offer the latest in treatment of spider veins, wound care, and other sports medicine injuries.
Meet Our Team
Reviews and More
This championship would never have been possible without the laser treatments for my calf. From barely walking to a national championship in 10 days. Thank you so much.
As a patient of Dr.Makimaa’s I feel obligated to give him & his staff an absolute 5 star rating. They are truly, beyond professional and caring. My only regret was procrastinating & not going to see him earlier. I’m a server and literally hobbled in on my 1st appointment. I have bone spurs & plantar fasciitis, I was in pretty horrific pain. With laser treatment 2x a week, orthotic inserts, taping ( and continuously doing my recommended at home exercises ) I am feeling SO MUCH better. So much is kind of an understatement. I can walk without severe pain. Servers,Bartenders, anyone who hustles on your feet, I know you KNOW the pain. Do yourself a favor - Go see Dr. Makimaa ( he’s the magic man ) He can fix you up in no time. Our island is so lucky. Thank you, Dr.Makimaa & Staff.
Thank you Dr. Makimaa for your care and professional staff. Your diagnoses not only got me back on my feet pain-free, you helped me with a potential medical issue. You are the best! GO CONCHS!!
The Doc really knows his stuff! My legs are 100% better. As we used to say in baseball... Amateur night is over. Welcome to the "Bigs"
Dr. Makimaa is the go-to foot doctor of the Florida Keys. Dr Makimaa has repaired me several times, but most noteworthy is readying me to qualify for the Boston Marathon at a time where my foot health was at an all-time low, I could hardly run at all and he helped me turn things around!
Dr. Brad Makimaa is the greatest! I have been seeing him for 14 years for various issues: Morton’s neuroma; plantar fasciitis with a fractured heel spur- left; great toe arthritis and a joint replacement surgery; 7 metatarsal fractures; partial rupture of the plantar fascia- right. He’s always patient, explains the issues and process well and if you follow instructions exactly you heal great! His staff is very professional but also friendly and caring.
Dr. Makimaa performed a bunionectomy on my right foot. The surgical result is excellent, and I had no post-operative pain due to his well-placed nerve blocks. Post-operative care was first rate. His entire staff is professional, well-organized, kind and caring.
I’ve been seeing Dr. Makimaa since 2013 for chronic foot pain. I’ve never waited longer than 5 minutes for my appointment and his staff is very professional and friendly. The surgery he recommended initially was done last December 2019. I wish I would have consented earlier as he has improved my quality of life immensely and reduced pain 100%. I will be having my other foot done as soon as I’m completely healed. Thanks again Dr. Brad!
Great Dr. and wonderful staff. Treatment program kept me ahead of average recovery period. And lots of good guidance. Very grateful and highly recommend Dr Makimaa and his team.
You don’t have to live with foot pain anymore! Go see Dr. Makimaa! If you have plantar fasciitis, no need for all the gadgets- just get the laser treatment and get cured for good. I promise it works!
Dr. Makimaa, 3 different times over the last 3 days your name has come up and I just wanted to thank you for taking excellent care of the people that I love. You truly are not just a great diagnostician, but your manner and conveyance are very comforting. This is what also makes you an exemplary doctor. Thank you, Brad, for caring.
Julie Stackhouse
NCHSAA Hall of Fame and “100 to Remember” athlete with record-setting 16 individual state titles, NCAA All-American, All-ACC, 2-time SOCON 800m Champion, winner of 3 marathons and 1 full distance triathlon, Brooks sponsored athlete.
I have been racing at a high level ever since my journey began with track in 3rd grade. From the heptathlon in college as a DI athlete to chasing after the Olympic Marathon standard as a Masters runner, Dr. Makimaa set my feet straight years ago with one glance. I’ve followed his advice to a tee on proper footwear, varying the surfaces of my run, and religiously wear my custom toe spacers. I run healthy and pain free to break many finish line tapes and records, making it possible to continue pursuing the sport I love, thanks to his advice and expertise!
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