RGV Foot & Ankle Institute

Same Day
Appointments

Expert podiatric care for the Rio Grande Valley. Faster than urgent care, without the emergency-room bill — from sports injuries to complex reconstruction.

Seen today, not in 6 hours No ER-sized bills Foot & ankle specialist, not a generalist

Faster Care, Lower Cost

Skip the ER. Skip the Wait.

Foot or ankle pain doesn't need a four-hour waiting room or a hefty emergency-room bill. We offer same-day appointments and treat the problem here — start to finish — instead of sending you somewhere else.

Emergency Room

  • 4–8 hour waits
  • $$$$ ER bills
  • Referred out to a specialist

Urgent Care

  • Long, unpredictable waits
  • Generalist care
  • Referred out to a specialist

RGV Foot & Ankle

  • Same-day appointments
  • Specialist care at a fair cost
  • Treated here, start to finish

Same-Day Appointments

Sprains, fractures, infections, ingrown nails, and sudden pain — often seen the same day you call.

No Endless Waiting Room

Scheduled visits with a real start time, so you're not losing a whole day to a waiting room.

No Surprise ER Bill

Specialist office pricing instead of emergency-department charges, with benefits verified up front.

For a true medical emergency — an open fracture, severe or spreading infection, or uncontrolled bleeding — go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.

Lead podiatrist at RGV Foot & Ankle Institute

Meet Your Doctor

Jose Galvan, DPM

Podiatric Physician

Dr. Galvan provides comprehensive foot and ankle care for patients across the Rio Grande Valley — combining modern surgical techniques with conservative treatment options tailored to each patient.

Doctorate from Midwestern University — Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine. Committed to taking the time to know every patient and craft a treatment plan that fits your life.

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What We Do

Our Services

Foot & Ankle Surgery

Advanced reconstructive and minimally invasive surgery.

Conservative Treatments

Non-surgical care to relieve pain and restore mobility.

In-Office Procedures

Convenient procedures performed in our clinic.

Revisions & Second Opinions

Expert review for prior surgeries and complex cases.

Patients love us for

Regenerative Treatments for Plantar Fasciitis

1.

Avoid Surgery

Get back to life without heel pain — no operating room required.

2.

Attack the Source

We treat the underlying tissue, not just mask the pain with steroids.

3.

Innovative Treatments

Regenerative injections and shockwave therapy backed by science.

4.

Tailored Plans

Customized to your condition and lifestyle for faster recovery.

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Plantar fasciitis heel pain treatment
Minimally invasive bunion surgery

Aesthetic surgical care

Minimally Invasive Bunion & Hammertoe Correction

1.

Less Scarring

Micro-incisions only a few millimeters long — little to no visible scars.

2.

Walk the Same Day

Walk out of the clinic the same day. No weeks of crutches.

3.

No Screws

No permanent hardware — no painful screws or plates in your feet.

4.

No General Anesthesia

Done under local. No anesthesia risks, no hospital stay.

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Our effective approach

Laser Therapy for Toenail Fungus

1.

Tailored Plans

Nail fungus is stubborn. Every plan is personalized for the best outcome.

2.

Hands-On Care

We don't just prescribe. We debride diseased nail to maximize results.

3.

Multi-System Approach

We look at the whole patient — skin, lifestyle, footwear, health.

4.

Innovative Options

Backed by science. Safe for diabetics and patients on multiple meds.

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Toenail fungus condition before treatment

Trusted Care

Why Choose RGV Foot & Ankle?

Advanced Treatments

Regenerative injections, shockwave, and laser therapies that go beyond standard care.

Results When Others Can't

Many of our patients come to us after years of unsuccessful treatments — and finally find relief.

Aesthetic Excellence

Precision micro-incision surgery and laser nail therapy that heals and looks natural.

Personalized Care

Unhurried visits, real conversations, and treatment plans built around your life.

A Fresh Set of Eyes

Second Opinions & Revision Surgery

Told you need surgery and not sure? Already had surgery and the pain came back? You're in exactly the right place — second opinions and revision cases are a core part of what we do.

Second Opinions Welcome

Bring your imaging and prior notes. You'll get a clear, honest read on whether surgery is really the answer — or whether a conservative option was missed.

Revision Surgery

For patients with a prior surgery that didn't heal correctly, returning pain, hardware problems, or a deformity that came back after treatment elsewhere.

No Judgment, No Pressure

You leave with a plan, not a hard sell. If the right answer is orthotics, therapy, or simply waiting, that's what we'll tell you.

Patient Stories

What Our Patients Say

"Best foot care I've received in the Valley. Compassionate, knowledgeable, and thorough."
Maria G.
"Walked in with chronic ankle pain, walked out with a clear plan. Life-changing."
Robert L.
"The whole team was incredible — from the front desk to the doctor. Highly recommend."
Jessica T.

Ready to walk pain-free?

Same-day appointments available. Call or send a message today.