If you're looking for a neurologist near you in Sarasota because of burning feet, numbness, tingling, or nerve pain that won't quit — you're in the right place. We're not a general neurology practice. We are a dedicated nerve pain and neuropathy center, focused entirely on diagnosing and treating nerve damage in the feet and legs with advanced, drug-free care.
Includes a full nerve and neuropathy evaluation plus a personalized treatment plan — no cost, no obligation. Limited appointments available.
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We want to be upfront: we are not a general neurology practice. We are a specialized nerve pain and neuropathy center. That focus is exactly why patients with burning, numb, tingling feet and legs often get further with us than with a general referral.
We work alongside your neurologist, not instead of them. If you need an MRI, EMG/NCS, or a medication review, we'll tell you straight — and we're happy to coordinate with your existing care team. Many of our patients see both.
Most people don't start out knowing they have neuropathy — they start with a symptom that scares them. Any of these sound familiar?
A hot, searing, or pins-and-needles feeling in the feet — often worst at night.
Feet that feel "wooden," dead, or like you're walking on padding.
Sudden shooting or stabbing jolts in your feet, ankles, or legs.
Trouble feeling temperature, pain, or the ground beneath you.
Unsteadiness, tripping, and a growing fear of falling.
Nerve pain and restless legs that keep you awake and drain your energy.
Also common: hand numbness, weakness, foot drop, restless legs, and muscle cramps. Mention all your symptoms at your consultation — nerve issues often overlap.
"You have neuropathy" is a description, not a diagnosis. Before we treat anything, we test to find out why your nerves are failing — so the treatment actually matches your case.
Quantifies how much protective sensation you've lost — and gives us a baseline to measure improvement against.
Checks blood flow to the feet and legs — because nerves can't heal without adequate circulation.
Screens blood sugar, B12, thyroid, kidney function, and other correctable drivers of nerve damage.
Reflexes, strength, vibration, and position sense — the same core exam a neurologist performs, focused on your limbs.
Measures fall risk objectively so we can track safety and stability as treatment progresses.
Some drugs contribute to nerve damage. We review everything you take before adding anything new.
Need EMG/NCS or an MRI? Those are neurologist-ordered studies. If your case calls for one, we'll refer you to the right specialist rather than treat blindly — your care comes first.
We don't just hand you a prescription and say "see you in six months." We combine therapies that each target a different driver of nerve damage.
Advanced neurostimulation re-educates damaged nerves and calms misfiring pain signals.
Laser energy boosts circulation and cellular repair in damaged nerve tissue — no needles.
Relieving pressure on compressed nerves restores healthy blood flow and signaling.
Lab-guided nutrient repletion gives damaged nerves the building blocks they need to heal.
For diabetic neuropathy, stabilizing blood sugar is the foundation of lasting relief.
Improves stability, reduces fall risk, and restores confidence in your feet.
Individual results vary — but these are the changes patients tell us matter most.
"My primary care doctor sent me to a neurologist and I waited nine weeks for the appointment. I called here instead and was seen that week. They actually tested my feet and found the problem."
Margaret T.
Neuropathy, feet
"I'd been on gabapentin for years and it made me foggy and tired. They found a B12 deficiency and built a real plan. I'm down to a fraction of my dose and my feet feel like mine again."
Robert M.
Numb & burning feet
"I was falling and afraid to walk on the beach with my grandkids. The balance work plus the laser and stimulation gave me my confidence back. I'm walking half a mile now."
Linda S.
Balance & nerve pain
"Long-term wellness and recovery are achievable through holistic methods that lead to natural restoration."
— Dr. Daniel Berning
When you come in, this is the doctor who personally evaluates you and builds your treatment plan. Dr. Berning is a board-certified neuropathy specialist and founder of Sarasota Diabetes & Neuropathy Center — dedicated to helping patients find lasting relief through non-invasive approaches that address the root cause of nerve damage, not just the symptoms.
His mission began after watching a family friend suffer through years of neurological pain, countless medications, and repeated surgeries. That experience drove him to dedicate his career to treatments that truly restore nerve health — rather than simply masking pain.
Doctor of Chiropractic
Life University
Clinical Residency 2022
Neurological-Based Clinic, Naples FL
3,000+ Patients
Successfully Treated
Drug-Free Care
Non-Invasive, No Surgery
Areas of Specialization:
Patients drive to us from across Sarasota and Manatee counties because finding a specialist who focuses only on nerve pain is worth the trip. Free, easy parking — no hospital campus, no maze.
Sarasota Diabetes & Neuropathy Center
5432 Bee Ridge Rd. STE 150
Same-week appointments often available
No referral required · Free first consultation
Many of our patients began their search with "neurologist near me," "neurologist Sarasota FL," or "top neurologist in Sarasota." What they actually needed was a focused evaluation and a treatment plan for nerve pain in the feet and legs. If that's you, we're built for exactly this — and if it isn't, we'll tell you.
Educational information only. Not a substitute for medical advice.
From your first call to a personalized nerve pain plan — here is exactly how it works. No referral needed.
Reach out by phone or the form on this page to book your free consultation.
We review your symptoms, history, medications, and any prior imaging or nerve testing.
We identify the root contributors to your nerve pain — blood sugar, circulation, nutrition, or compression.
Begin your custom, drug-free therapy plan and track measurable progress visit by visit.
Already have records from a neurologist?
Bring your MRI, EMG/NCS, or bloodwork results — we will review them with you at no charge during your free consultation.
Straight answers to what patients ask most when they search for a neurologist in Sarasota.
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Call (941) 803-1099Talk one-on-one with a board-certified nerve pain specialist in Sarasota and find out what is really driving your nerve pain — and whether drug-free treatment can help you. Free consultation, no referral, no obligation.
Advanced, non-invasive treatment for diabetes and neuropathy, serving Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, North Port, Lakewood Ranch, Palmetto, Ellenton, Parrish & the surrounding Southwest Florida communities.
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