The Orthopedic Advantage
Foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeons are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment disorders of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons, and nerves of the foot and ankle. Our physician has comprehensive education and training, including 4 years of medical school, five years of residency training and one additional year of foot and ankle specific training. No other healthcare provider has the depth and breadth of experience to treat the full spectrum of foot and ankle injuries and diseases.
Training
Foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeons complete four years of medical school education and five years of orthopaedic surgery residency. Following residency, they complete an additional one-year advanced fellowship training program focused on foot and ankle care for a total of 10 years of specialized training.
Expertise
Foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeons treat a broad range of foot and ankle conditions, from common problems like bunions and plantar fasciitis, to traumatic injuries, complex deformities, and arthritis. Consult with a foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeon before beginning any foot or ankle treatment, particularly if surgery is advised.
Patient Care
With their comprehensive medical training, foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeons address foot and ankle problems in relation to your full body health. They diagnose problems and determine the best treatment options for both surgical and non-surgical cases.
"Medicine is not only a science; it is also an art. It does not consist of compounding pills and plasters; it deals with the very processes of life, which must be understood before they may be guided"
Paracelsus