Meet Dr. David Velarde, DPM
Board-Certified Podiatrist
25+ Years Experience
Dr. David Velarde, DPM is a highly respected podiatric physician with more than 25 years of dedicated experience serving patients throughout Knoxville and East Tennessee. His practice, Advanced Foot Care Center, has built a strong reputation for thoughtful, personalized care — particularly for patients managing diabetic foot conditions, chronic wounds, and complex lower extremity concerns.
Whenever clinically appropriate, Advanced Foot Care Center emphasizes conservative treatment options designed to improve comfort, mobility, and recovery while minimizing unnecessary procedures and medication dependence.
Whether you're dealing with a nagging heel problem, managing the foot complications of diabetes, or recovering from a wound that simply won't heal, Dr. David Velarde, DPM brings the expertise, compassion, and clinical insight needed to guide your care every step of the way.
25+ Years Experience
Board-certified podiatric physician specializing in diabetic wound care and peripheral neuropathy management.
Advanced Wound Care Focus
Specialized treatment for chronic non-healing wounds, diabetic foot ulcers, and limb salvage — evidence-based protocols with measurable outcomes.
Laser Therapy Specialist
Remy Class IV laser therapy for nail fungus, neuropathy, and chronic foot discomfort — FDA-cleared technology with no downtime.
Telemedicine Available
Tennessee residents can receive expert podiatric consultations and Metanx prescriptions from home — no drive to Knoxville required.
Find Us & Getting Here
We know that getting to a medical appointment can feel like a challenge — especially when you're managing foot pain, limited mobility, or a chronic condition. That's why Advanced Foot Care Center was designed with your convenience and comfort in mind, from the moment you pull into the parking lot to the moment you walk through our door.
Our office offers convenient ground-level access with parking directly in front of the entrance. There are no hospital parking garages to navigate, no long hallways to walk, no multiple building entrances to figure out, and no stairs to climb. You simply park close, walk or roll to the front door, and you're here.
Seniors
Ground-level entry with close parking makes every visit easy and low-stress for older patients.
Mobility Aid Users
Fully accessible for wheelchair users, walker-assisted patients, and those with limited mobility.
Wound Care Patients
Minimizing walking distance is especially important for diabetic wound care patients — we've made it as simple as possible.
Post-Surgery Recovery
Patients recovering from foot or ankle surgery can arrive and enter comfortably without the strain of complex navigation.
Our Location
Advanced Foot Care Center is conveniently located at 2824 Merchant Drive, Knoxville, TN 37912 — directly across from Northwest Middle School at the corner of Merchants and Pleasant Ridge Road.
Office Hours
Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
We recommend calling ahead to schedule your appointment.
Contact Information
Main Line: 865-523-1141
Main Fax: 865-521-6635
Address: 2824 Merchant Dr, Knoxville, TN 37912
Proudly serving patients in Knoxville, Powell, Farragut, Oak Ridge, Maryville, Clinton, Halls, Karns, Fountain City, Sevierville, Morristown, and surrounding East Tennessee communities.
Our friendly front desk team is happy to answer questions, verify insurance, and help you prepare for your first visit.