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Welcome to Family Podiatry Group Of Tampa, P.A.

Welcome!

Since 1984, Family Podiatry Group Of Tampa, P.A. has been working with patients to provide the best podiatric care for patients in the Tampa area. Paul Richter D.P.M.’s experience in podiatry is coupled with genuine concern for his patients. All our staff is dedicated to your comfort and prompt attention as well. Our goal is to help you maintain healthy feet.

This web site provides you with an overview of our practice and the field of podiatry. As you navigate the site, you’ll find information about Family Podiatry Group Of Tampa, P.A.’s practice philosophy, physicians, our Tampa office location, insurance policies, and appointment scheduling procedures. Please browse the site at your convenience and feel free to contact us with any questions. You can also request an appointment by clicking here.

You’ll find a lot of valuable information on the web site about foot problems, diagnoses and treatments. We believe informed patients are better prepared to make decisions about their health and well being. We encourage you to review this information to help you understand any health concerns you may face.

Doctor Richter has the unique perspective of being board certified in podiatric medicine and surgery by the three accredited organizations approved by the Council on Podiatric Medicine of the American Podiatric Medical Association. He earned certifications in Podiatric Orthopedics through the American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics; Primary Podiatric Medicine through the American Board of Podiatric  Medicine, as well as Podiatric Surgery though the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He has also achieved the status of Fellow within the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and the American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine.

The board certifications as well as his fellowship status in various Colleges within podiatry means that you have chosen a well versed practitioner in all phases of podiatry to attend to your podiatric concerns.

Thanks for visiting our website. We look forward to your first visit!

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Testimonials

What Our Clients Say About Us

  • "This doctor and his staff are always friendly and they care. I appreciate this Podiatry office"
    Theresa B.
  • "Great staff, very freindly. Doctor listen to what was wrong and took his time to fix the problem. I would recommend them to anyone."
    Chris C.
  • "Dr. Richter and his staff are great. I was a bit nervous for my surgery but they made it as easy as possible. I’d definitely recommend this office!"
    Steve B.
  • "Dr. Richter and his staff are wonderful! They have helped me get back on my feet (literally) and they truly care about you as a patient. Highly recommended!"
    Meghan J.
  • "Best podiatrist ever who truly cares. Great office staff."
    Elena S.

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Hours of Operation

Our Regular Schedule

Monday:

8:00 am-4:00 pm

Tuesday:

9:00 am-3:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-4:00 pm

Thursday:

9:00 am-3:00 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-3:00 pm

Saturday:

8:00 am-12:00 pm

Sunday:

Closed

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