Dr. James W Rust

I broke my toe over five weeks ago. I went to urgent care, they told me it wasn't broken. I couldn't even walk on it. I went to my primary, who said it might be broken but I would need an MRI to confirm. I called Dr. Rust's office, and they did not have any appointments for 3+ weeks, so I scheduled the MRI without a podiatrist. The earliest appointment they had was almost three weeks later. So I found out 4.5 weeks after breaking my toe that it was, indeed, broken. My primary recommended Dr. Rust and forwarded my MRI results over that day with an urgent message to schedule me. I waited almost a week to call in, since no one from the office contacted me. No one called back until the next day--today--over five weeks from the injury. I've been walking around without a boot, without any information about where the toe is broken or what needs to be done, for all of this time. Dr. Rust's office prioritizes getting all of my insurance and payment information rather than telling me if they have any appointments available. When pressed, they told me it would be at least a month until they could schedule me. I explained the situation, and they said there's no way to get me in earlier. OUR SYSTEM IS BROKEN WHEN IT TAKES 10 WEEKS TO GET A FOOT DOCTOR TO LOOK AT YOUR FOOT. It's impossible to get care from Dr. Rust or his office in a timely manner. It's POINTLESS to get someone to look at your broken toe 10 weeks after the break. It will already be healed, though I could have suffered less and probably healed a lot more quickly if there were doctors that care and a system that was set-up to help. This is not a reflection of Dr. Rust as a doctor obviously. I'm sure he's great. It's not just Dr. Rust. No podiatrist that I called had any sort of availability in the short term. But yeah, get all of my insurance information before actually seeing what's wrong or what I need. It's infuriating.

One of the best foot doctors around. I wish his office staff was at least half as good as him. I had a referral sent to him on April 12 and still haven't got a appointment yet.

Had test done a I was told that I would get a callback when the results came back no call. I was hounded for $10 copayment that I have no idea for what. When I first went to this Dr. The office staff was not friendly and they made sure I paid the copayment before I saw the doctor. Not sure why I was billed for another copay?

After a catastrophic ankle injury a couple of decades ago, I've had to see multiple podiatrists across 3 states. Dr. Rust is by far the best. I've seen him 3 or 4 times over the past few years and he's been able to pinpoint and fix issues that I've had without getting costly MRI'S. Top notch doctor for sure.

Dr. Rust is an excellent podiatrist. I have referred him to several of my friends.

Dr. Rust operated on both of my feet(hammer toe on both feet)....don't remember the dates. was told sometime ago that he retired. Glad he is still around may have a new problem. My foot surgery's went well, he was excellent in every way. Alice M Glover

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I fractured my foot during Hurricane Irma and was in a lot of pain. Atlantic Foot and Ankle were closed a couple of days due to storm. When I called them on Wednesday they gave me an appointment the next day with Dr. Rust. The Dr. and office staff were very professional. Dr. Rust spent time with me explaining xrays and what to expect in the weeks to come. I would recommend him to anyone who has foot or ankle pain. I fractured my foot during Hurricane Irma and was in a lot of pain. Atlantic Foot and Ankle were closed a couple of days due to storm. When I called them on Wednesday they gave me an appointment the next day with Dr. Rust. The Dr. and … More

I have had heel pain for over a year! I have seen chiropractors and another Podiatrist, had physical therapy, worn a boot, had two different insoles made from the chiropractor, had an MRI and spent much money on epson salt soaks and over the counter foot wear like Dr. Scholls insoles, etc. .... DR. RUST was recommended to me by two different friends who had foot issues and are healed. I went to Dr. Rust even though my insurance didn't cover him. He worked with me financially, made me another pair of insoles and recommended and gave me a cortisone shot. I have been seeing him for 3 weeks now and my heel pain is gone! FINALLY! I am so thankful for this Doctor and would recommend him to everyone!!! THANK YOU DR. RUST! I AM SO GRATEFUL! I have had heel pain for over a year! I have seen chiropractors and another Podiatrist, had physical therapy, worn a boot, had two different insoles made from the chiropractor, had an MRI and spent much money on epson salt soaks and over … More

I saw Dr. Rust for two issues I was having with my feet. He diagnosed both accurately and treated me in a most professional manner. He gave me a cortisone shot in one foot - I told him how nervous I was as I have had cortisone shots in my feet and they are truly painful. Dr. Rust gave me the shot and I barely knew it. He advised that if you inject the medication quickly it can be very painful - if you inject it slowly it is not that painful. He was so right. I highly recommend Dr. Rust!

I fractured my foot the day after Hurricane Irma hit - all Doctor offices were closed till Wednesday and when I called the Atlantic Foot and Ankle Associates they promptly gave me an appointment the next day with Dr. James Rust who was able to diagnose the problem with efficiency and accuracy, He listened to me and my concerns with every visit in a very professional manner. I would strongly recommend Dr. James Rust and the Atlantic Foot and Ankle Associates.

Very professional and thorough. Made to feel very comfortable throughout a difficult situation.

I have a severe problem with my feet. Dr. Rust was quick to notice my ankle was dislocated and quickly remedied the situation. I had been to three other doctors prior, even a orthopedic surgeon who said I shouldn't be hurting and there was nothing wrong. Dr. Rust is very educated, compassionate and has a fantastic staff. I felt well taken care of. He is thee best! I highly recommend him.