Our Foot and Ankle Surgeons Welcome You
If you are looking for a foot and ankle specialist in Hartford County, CT, look no further than Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists. Our board-certified foot and ankle surgeon Rachel Balloch provides advanced care for patients throughout Connecticut from our comfortable and welcoming office in Avon.
Our foot and ankle specialists can help patients with nearly any foot or ankle condition that affects mobility, comfort, or appearance, from plantar warts on the heel to diabetic limb salvage.
Why Hartford County, CT, Trusts Us
TC
Avon, CT
2023
Dr Balloch did an excellent job helping one of my family members recover from a failed bunion surgery from another provider. Would highly recommend.
View on this siteGwendolyn John
Avon, CT
2023
Total respect...this group is fabulous. Complete recovery from Plantar Fasciatis in a friendly and caring environment. I would recommend them highly
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Meet Our Foot and Ankle Specialists
Rachel E. Balloch, D.P.M., FACFAS
Dr. Rachel Balloch specializes in the treatment of foot and ankle pathology, including sports injuries, trauma, pediatrics, congenital deformities, and diabetic limb salvage. She received Saint Francis Hospital's Patient Experience Excellence Award in recognition of her dedication and commitment to providing outstanding service and experiences for patients in 2016, 2017, and 2018.
Dr. Rachel Balloch earned her medical degree at Des Moines University before completing a three-year, trauma-based foot and ankle surgical residency at University Hospital-UMDNJ.
Request a Consultation Today
Whatever your foot and ankle needs, our award-winning foot and ankle specialists can provide the surgical expertise you need to get back on your feet. To request your consultation, call us directly at (860) 674-0284 or reach out to our Hartford County, CT, practice online:
"Dr. Balloch was amazing!" Hartford County, CT, Recommends Us
Kristen Krapf
Avon, CT
2022
I was referred to Dr. Balloch for the SWIFT treatment. I had a quarter sized plantars wart on the heel of my foot. Dr. Balloch was SO nice, and treated my wart with precision. A quarter sized wart was gone after 5 treatments. Treatments were not all that painful considering!
View on GoogleAysha Williams
Avon, CT
2022
My husband had a horrific accident where he broke his leg in two place on some basement steps. Dr. Balloch was amazing!!! Good bedside manner, explained everything thoroughly, and corrected the fractures without incident. Dr. Balloch started the procedure promptly. Recovery went well and he was provide with great recovery steps. We are so glad she was our surgeon.
View on GoogleOur Featured Foot and Ankle Procedures
Our surgeons treat a wide range of foot and ankle issues using the very latest and most effective techniques. These are the treatments we perform most frequently at our Hartford County, CT, practice:
Sports Medicine
If you are suffering from a sports injury such as a bone spur on your heel or a torn tendon, our doctors provide the care you need to get back in the game.
Ankle Arthroscopy
Ankle arthroscopy is an outpatient surgery that can alleviate chronic ankle pain and improve mobility. It's a minimally invasive procedure that can be completed in under an hour.
Lateral Ankle Stabilization
Lateral ankle injuries account for up to a quarter of all musculoskeletal injuries. Effective treatment can tighten ankle ligaments and improve stability.
Ankle Fractures
Proper treatment for ankle fractures can help you avoid future issues like arthritis, deformity, and disability. Our doctors can develop an individualized treatment plan to stabilize and realign your ankle joint and limit the risk of post-traumatic arthritis.
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Maintain an active lifestyle with specialized foot and ankle care to treat trauma, pediatric injuries, congenital deformities, issues related to diabetes, sports injuries, arthritis, and more.
Cosmetic Nail Restoration
Improve the appearance of thick, flaky, or discolored toenails with cosmetic nail restoration at our Hartford County, CT, office. We also treat ingrown toenails.
Bunion Surgery
Treatment for bunions can alleviate discomfort and restore your foot's appearance. Minimally invasive bunion surgery from our Hartford County, CT, foot and ankle specialists minimizes the risk of complications and reduces recovery time.
Types of Insurance We Accept
Our specialists want to make the treatment you need accessible. Our Hartford County, CT, staff is always glad to work directly with our patients' insurance providers to secure maximum coverage of our sophisticated foot and ankle solutions:
Our Complete Treatments
& Conditions We Can Diagnose and Treat
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Adult Flatfoot Deformities
- Ankle Arthroscopy
- Ankle Fractures
- Calcaneal Fractures
- Cavus Foot (High-Arch) Deformities
- Congenital Deformities
- Foot Fractures
- Foot and Ankle Surgery
- Foot & Ankle Trauma
- Hammertoes
- Lateral Ankle Stabilization (Arthrex Internal Brace System)
- Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery
- Pediatric Flatfoot Deformities
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Plantar Wart Treatment using the Swift Device
- Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction
- Sports Injuries
- Traumatic Injuries
- Lisfranc Fracture/Dislocations
- Metatarsal Fractures
- Toe Fractures
