Your Trusted Podiatrist for
Thousand Oaks, TX
Andrew Gunter, DPM
Providing expert foot and ankle care to Thousand Oaks residents — including heel pain treatment, bunion care, ankle injury recovery, and custom orthotics for the active walkers, trail runners, and established families of north central San Antonio's most wooded neighborhood.
/ AREAS WE SERVE / THOUSAND OAKS
The Podiatry Group of South Texas is proud to serve the Thousand Oaks community — one of north central San Antonio's most beloved and best-established neighborhoods. With oak-lined streets, ranch-style homes that have been home to generations of San Antonio families, and the remarkable natural resource of McAllister Park right at the neighborhood's edge, Thousand Oaks offers something increasingly rare in a growing metro area: a genuine sense of place.
At 976 acres with five miles of paved trails, ten miles of unpaved hiking and mountain biking paths, baseball and soccer fields, and over a hundred picnic areas, McAllister Park is the heartbeat of outdoor life in Thousand Oaks — and it generates a consistent and predictable pattern of foot and ankle conditions. Plantar fasciitis from long walks on asphalt and uneven terrain. Ankle sprains from the unpaved trails. Stress reactions from high-mileage runners logging miles week after week. Dr. Andrew Gunter, DPM is experienced with the specific demands that active outdoor life places on the foot and ankle, and he provides the kind of thorough biomechanical evaluation that gets to the root cause rather than managing symptoms.
Beyond the outdoor community, Thousand Oaks is home to a balanced population of working professionals, established families, and longtime residents who have built their lives here — and who deserve podiatric care that is as consistent, competent, and community-rooted as the neighborhood itself. Dr. Gunter's independent practice philosophy — not owned by a hospital system, not driven by corporate productivity targets — means that every recommendation is made entirely in the patient's interest.
Dr. Andrew Gunter, DPM is a residency-trained podiatric surgeon specializing in heel pain, bunion treatment, ankle injuries, custom orthotics, and diabetic foot care. He trained at NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell and brings that standard of care to every Thousand Oaks patient.
Expert Foot & Ankle Care for Thousand Oaks' Active, Established Community
From trail-related heel pain and ankle injuries at McAllister Park to bunion treatment and diabetic foot care, Dr. Gunter provides comprehensive podiatric services for the active professionals and families of Thousand Oaks — with same-day appointments and most insurance plans accepted.
Heel Pain & Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is the most common foot condition in Thousand Oaks — and McAllister Park's extensive trail network is a primary contributing factor. Whether you are walking the park's five miles of paved paths, logging regular runs on the unpaved mountain biking trails, or simply keeping up with an active daily routine, the cumulative impact on the plantar fascia is real. Dr. Gunter evaluates the biomechanical root cause and builds a treatment plan — often including precision custom orthotics — that provides lasting relief and gets you back on the trails.
Ankle Sprains & Trail Injuries
McAllister Park's ten miles of unpaved hiking and mountain biking trails create consistent ankle sprain and trail injury risk for Thousand Oaks' active residents. Lateral ankle sprains are among the most common sports medicine injuries, and when not fully rehabilitated, they lead to chronic ankle instability that compounds with each subsequent sprain. Dr. Gunter provides thorough evaluation of ankle injuries, a structured rehabilitation and stabilization plan, and — when instability is chronic — a discussion of surgical options to restore full function.
Bunion Treatment
Bunions are prevalent across Thousand Oaks' adult demographic — affecting both active trail users who have worn down ill-fitting footwear and professionals whose daily demands have accelerated the progression of a hereditary deformity. Dr. Gunter offers conservative management for patients who want to manage symptoms without surgery, and minimally invasive bunion correction for those ready for a lasting solution. Every patient receives an individual evaluation and an honest recommendation matched to their specific situation.
Custom Orthotics
For Thousand Oaks' active community — trail walkers and runners at McAllister Park, working professionals on their feet all day, and residents managing ongoing biomechanical conditions — precision custom orthotics provide the most durable long-term solution for foot and ankle pain. Dr. Gunter conducts a thorough biomechanical evaluation before designing orthotics tailored to your foot structure, gait, and lifestyle. Generic insoles address cushioning; custom orthotics address the underlying mechanical problem.
Diabetic Foot Care
For Thousand Oaks' established resident population — including the 17.8% of residents aged 65 and older — comprehensive diabetic foot care is an essential service. Dr. Gunter provides annual Medicare-covered exams, vascular and neurological assessment, wound detection, and preventive care fully coordinated with your primary care and specialist teams. For diabetic patients who are also active trail walkers, early detection of foot changes is particularly important, as walking activity can both benefit and risk foot health simultaneously.
All Foot & Ankle Conditions
Dr. Gunter also treats: ingrown toenails, hammertoes, neuromas, Achilles tendinitis, flat feet, fungal nails, skin conditions, stress fractures, and more. Whatever is affecting your comfort, mobility, or quality of life — Dr. Gunter provides thorough evaluation and evidence-based treatment for every Thousand Oaks patient. Most major insurance plans accepted, including Medicare.
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Serving Thousand Oaks & the North Central San Antonio Corridor
The Podiatry Group of South Texas is accessible from Thousand Oaks and the surrounding north central San Antonio communities via US 281 and Loop 1604. Whether you are coming from the McAllister Park area, the Wurzbach Parkway corridor, or the Henderson Pass neighborhoods, our office is a manageable drive from Thousand Oaks.
We proudly serve patients from: Thousand Oaks (78232), Hollywood Park (78232), Hill Country Village (78232), Encino Park area, Stone Oak (78258), North Central San Antonio, US 281 / 1604 corridor
2130 NE Loop 410, Suite 301 San Antonio, TX 78217
Tel: (210) 581-9800
Fax: (210) 581-9761
Clinic Hours:
Mon - Thu: 8am - 5pm
Fri: 8am - 12pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
Free parking available
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Thousand Oaks' Choice for Expert Foot & Ankle Care — Book Today.
Whether you're a regular at McAllister Park dealing with heel pain that's limiting your walks, managing a chronic foot condition you've been putting off, or looking for podiatric care you can count on in your own neighborhood — Dr. Andrew Gunter, DPM is here for Thousand Oaks. Same-day appointments available. Most insurance plans accepted, including Medicare.
Also serving nearby: Hollywood Park · Hill Country Village · Stone Oak