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  • Brian Hunziker, DPM
    200 Points

    Brian Hunziker, DPM

    Fusion Foot and Ankle
    80 East Hickman Road
    Waukee, IA 50263
  • Capital Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Pc

    Distance: 8.34 mi
    12499 University Ave
    Suite 210
    Clive, IA 50325
  • Jana Poock, DPM

    Jana Poock, DPM

    Distance: 8.34 mi
    2555 Berkshire Pkwy
    Suite D
    Clive, IA 50325
  • Kirk Neustrom, DPM 10 Points

    Kirk Neustrom, DPM

    Distance: 9.29 mi
    1228 8th St Ste 105
    West Des Moines, IA 50265
  • K Bratkiewicz, D.P.M.

    K Bratkiewicz, D.P.M.

    Distance: 9.29 mi
    5950 University Ave
    Ste 160
    West Des Moines, IA 50266
  • Heartland Podiatry

    Distance: 9.29 mi
    1048 Woodland Park Dr
    West Des Moines, IA 50266
  • Dana Plew, DPM 10 Points

    Dana Plew, DPM

    Distance: 10.57 mi
    5335 Merle Hay Rd
    Suite #8
    Johnston, IA 50131
  • Johnston Foot & Ankle Clinic

    Distance: 10.57 mi
    5335 Merle Hay Rd
    Suite #8
    Johnston, IA 50131
  • Albrecht Foot and Ankle Pc

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    1301 Penn Ave
    Suite 115
    Des Moines, IA 50316
  • Ronald Belin, DPM

    Ronald Belin, DPM

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    1801 Hickman Rd
    Des Moines, IA 50314
  • Capital Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Llp

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    1601 Nw 114th St
    Suite 142
    Des Moines, IA 50325
  • Collin E. Pehde DPM, PLLC

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    500 E Court Ave
    Suite 314
    Des Moines, IA 50309
  • David A. Yount DPM, Pc

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    2459 E Euclid Ave
    Suite A
    Des Moines, IA 50317
  • Magdalena De La Cruz, DPM

    Magdalena De La Cruz, DPM

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    2320 Carpenter Apt# 64
    Des Moines, IA 50311
  • Des Moines University Osteopathic Medical Center

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    3200 Grand Ave
    Des Moines, IA 50312
  • Roger Drown, DPM

    Roger Drown, DPM

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    500 E Court Ave
    Suite 314
    Des Moines, IA 50309
  • John Erickson, DPM

    John Erickson, DPM

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    1415 Woodland Ave
    Suite 140
    Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Katherine Frush, DPM

    Katherine Frush, DPM

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    3200 Grand Ave
    Des Moines, IA 50312
  • Iowa Orthopaedic Center, P.C.

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    1221 Pleasant St
    Ste 590
    Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Michael S Lee DPM Pc

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    1601 Nw 114th St
    Ste 142
    Des Moines, IA 50325
  • Mica Murdoch, DPM

    Mica Murdoch, DPM

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    1801 Hickman Rd
    Des Moines, IA 50314
  • Collin Pehde, D.P.M.

    Collin Pehde, D.P.M.

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    500 E Court Ave
    Suite 314
    Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Racheal Poore, DPM

    Racheal Poore, DPM

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    1415 Woodland Ave
    Suite 140
    Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Shahan Vartivarian, DPM

    Shahan Vartivarian, DPM

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    1801 Hickman Rd
    Des Moines, IA 50314
  • Robert Yoho, D.P.M.

    Robert Yoho, D.P.M.

    Distance: 14.28 mi
    3200 Grand Ave
    Des Moines, IA 50312
  • Iowa Orthopaedic Center, P.C.

    Distance: 16.56 mi
    309 N Ankeny Blvd
    Ankeny, IA 50023
  • Bryan Trout, D.P.M., FACFAS

    Bryan Trout, D.P.M., FACFAS

    Distance: 16.56 mi
    309 N Ankeny Blvd
    Ankeny, IA 50023
  • Iowa Orthopaedic Center, P.C.

    Distance: 18.96 mi
    5900 E University Ave
    Ste 201
    Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Nearby Cities

Clive (8.35 mi)
West Des M... (9.3 mi)
Johnston (10.57 mi)
Des Moines (14.29 mi)
Ankeny (16.57 mi)
Pleasant Hill (18.97 mi)

Foot and Ankle Surgeon Info

Foot and Ankle Surgeon Summary:

A foot and ankle surgeon is a medical doctor, either an MD (Medical Doctor) or a DO (Doctor of Osteopathy), who specializes in the diagnosis, care and treatment of patients with orthopedic disorders of or injury to the foot and ankle including bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, nerves and skin.

Conditions Treated Include:



Musculoskeletal problems, including fractures, breaks, dislocations, sprains and torn ligaments
• Conditions requiring joint replacements
• Bunions, hammer toes, mallet toes, arthritic toes, intoeing and outtoeing
• Infections, tumors, inflammatory diseases and nerve disorders including plantar warts, plantar fasciitis and cartilage and tendon damage from rheumatoid arthritis
• Congenital deformities including clubfoot and flat foot
• Diabetic foot problems
• Foot and ankle arthritis
Joint, tendon and muscle pain of the foot and ankle

Procedures and Treatments:


Medical and rehabilitative procedures and treatments performed include treatment of sports injuries, reconstructive surgery, therapy for diabetic foot conditions and treatment of trauma to the foot and ankle. Procedures and treatments include:

• Soft Tissue and bone reconstruction surgery
• Orthotics
• Fracture surgery
• Bunion removal
• Ankle fusion and ankle replacement
• Treatment of fungal infections

Education:


To achieve this degree, a physician must have completed four years of medical school and five years of accredited graduate medical education, known as a residency, in orthopedic surgery. Many foot and ankle surgeons have also completed advanced fellowship training in this specialty. There are about 650 residency programs available in 170 accredited programs. The orthopedics field is extremely competitive and most candidates for residencies, including foot and ankle, graduate at the top of their medical school classes.

Certifications:


Foot and ankle surgeons are board certified by either the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (MDs) or the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery (DOs), and must maintain membership in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). To be certified as a specialist by the AAOS, candidates must have completed an orthopedic residency, performed orthopedic surgery for two years and passed the board’s written and oral examinations.

Professional Society Membership:


The American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) is a medical specialty society for foot and ankle surgeons. All members must have completed both four years of medical and five years of residency training in orthopedic surgery, and most also have completed a year-long advanced fellowship program in treatment and surgery for the foot and ankle.


Foot and Ankle Surgeon FAQs:

Why might I see a foot and ankle surgeon?
You might see a foot and ankle surgeon for: break, sprain or fracture, congenital foot deformity, traumatic injury, diabetic foot, infections, arthritic problems, inflammation of the foot, bunions, hammertoes and any other injury or deformity in this area.

How do I find a foot and ankle surgeon in my area?
To find a foot and ankle surgeon you can ask your primary care physician for recommendations or look on Wellness.com and other practitioner review websites. When you call the surgeon’s office, be sure to ask questions about medical school training, accredited residency, areas of specialty and experience in performing your specific surgery or treatment.

If I see a foot and ankle surgeon, will I also need to see other doctors?
Your foot and ankle surgeon may need to work with other specialties regarding your condition. This could include an internist, pediatrician, vascular surgeon, radiologist, oncologist or endocrinologist.


Foot and Ankle Surgeon Related Terms:
foot, podiatry, orthotics, rheumatoid arthritis, physical therapy, bunionectomies, bunions, blisters, clubfoot, flat feet, tarsal coalitions, laser surgery, malleolar fractures, tibial pilon fractures, calcaneus fractures, navicular injuries, midfoot injuries, metatarsal fractures, phalangeal fractures, foot deformity, diabetic foot disorders, hallux valgus