Medical Pedicures in Fairfax, VA
Clinical-grade pedicures in a sterile medical setting, for healthy-looking feet and safe care for diabetic, thick, or problem nails.
A medical pedicure takes the best part of a salon pedicure, feet that look and feel cared for, and moves it into a clinical setting. Every instrument is sterilized between patients, there are no shared footbaths, and your pedicure is performed by a physician trained to spot problems a salon would miss.
It's the right choice if you have diabetes, poor circulation, or thick, fungal, or ingrown nails, and for anyone who wants a cleaner, safer pedicure. If something needs medical attention, the physician caring for your feet can address it or set up a follow-up visit at our Fairfax office.
Who it's for
- Patients with diabetes, neuropathy, or poor circulation who shouldn't use a salon
- Thick, fungal, or hard-to-trim toenails
- Corns, calluses, and cracked heels
- Nails prone to ingrowing
- Patients on blood thinners or with fragile skin
- Older adults who can't comfortably reach or care for their own feet
- Anyone who wants a hygienic pedicure without shared footbaths
What's included
- Foot check. We look over skin and nails for signs of infection, fungus, ingrown nails, or pressure areas.
- Nail care. Nails are trimmed, shaped, and thinned if thickened, using sterile instruments and a medical-grade nail drill.
- Callus and corn care. Built-up skin is gently reduced with sterile tools, never a razor.
- Cuticle care and smoothing. Cuticles are tidied, and heels and rough skin are buffed smooth.
- Hydration. A medical-grade moisturizer finishes the treatment.
- Essential oil finish. A nourishing essential oil application to leave nails and skin refreshed.
If we find anything that needs treatment, such as an ingrown nail, a wound, or a suspicious nail, we'll let you know and can treat it or schedule a follow-up visit.
Signature Nail Care Treatment
Experience our Signature Nail Care Treatment, combining expert nail care with a touch of luxury. It begins with soothing steam preparation, followed by precision nail trimming and professional smoothing as needed, and finishes with rejuvenating red light therapy and a nourishing essential oil application for beautifully refreshed nails.
Why a medical pedicure is safer
- Setting: a medical office, not a salon
- Instruments: sterilized between every patient, where salon cleaning standards vary
- Footbaths: no shared basins or whirlpool tubs
- Calluses: reduced with sterile tools, never razors
- Spotting problems: performed by a physician trained to recognize infection, fungus, and wounds
- Physician on site: at every appointment
Pricing
Medical pedicures are a self-pay service: $189 for a 40-minute appointment. Patients with diabetes or nerve damage may qualify for Medicare-covered routine foot care as part of our diabetic foot care service; ask us to check.
Who performs your pedicure
Every medical pedicure is performed by one of our physicians, Dr. Shyaun Rafii or Dr. Andrew Falco, board-certified foot and ankle specialists who trained at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. You get the comfort of a salon with the standards of a medical office.
Frequently asked questions
How is a medical pedicure different from a salon pedicure?
It's done in a medical office with sterilized instruments and no shared footbaths, by a physician trained to recognize foot problems. Foot health comes first, with a refreshing finish.
I have diabetes. Is a medical pedicure safe for me?
Yes, it's designed for patients like you. We check for problems before we start and avoid anything that could injure skin with reduced sensation.
How often should I come in?
Most patients come every four to eight weeks, depending on how quickly nails and calluses build up.
Can you treat my fungal toenails during a pedicure?
We can thin and clean fungal nails to make them more comfortable and less noticeable. Treating the infection itself is a medical visit, and we're happy to set that up.
Can I get a medical pedicure at home?
The full medical pedicure is done in our office. Nail care is available at home through our concierge home visit service.