7 Results forPodiatric Surgeons near Tuscaloosa, AL
Learn more about Podiatric Surgeons and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about Podiatric Surgeons
Podiatrists specialize in conditions of the foot, ankle, and lower leg. They provide medical and surgical treatment for people of all ages with such conditions as bunions, sports injuries, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, and infections. Podiatrists are also experts in preventing foot and ankle injuries and serious complications, such as gangrene and amputation.
A podiatrist typically:
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Evaluates a patient’s medical history and any previous test results
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Educates the patient about foot and ankle injury prevention
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Performs a physical exam that includes evaluation of blood pressure and vital signs, general health, and potential and current injuries
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Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications
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Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic injuries and conditions of the foot and ankle
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Provides direct care for foot and ankle injuries and conditions in the office and clinic, and may perform surgery in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center
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Prescribes orthotic devices and insoles (shoe inserts)
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Works closely with your primary care doctor and other members of your healthcare team to provide optimal care
A podiatrist may also be known by the following names: foot doctor, foot surgeon, podiatric surgeon, foot specialist, and doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM).
There are 7 specialists practicing Podiatric Surgery in Tuscaloosa, AL with an overall average rating of 4.4 stars. There are 4 hospitals near Tuscaloosa, AL with affiliated Podiatric Surgery specialists, including Dch Regional Medical Center, Brookwood Baptist Medical Center and Medical West Main Campus.
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Dr. Patricia Antero, DPM
Specialty: Podiatric Surgery215 Hargrove Rd ETuscaloosa, AL 354012.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Barry Gould, DPM
Specialty: Podiatric Surgery1788 McFarland Blvd N Ste BTuscaloosa, AL 354061.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Find a Telehealth DoctorDr. Christopher Deporter, DPM
Specialty: Podiatric Surgery1800 McFarland Blvd N Ste 220Tuscaloosa, AL 354061.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Arash Arabi, DPM
Specialty: Podiatric Surgery1325 McFarland Blvd Ste 209Northport, AL 354761.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Robert Hope, DPM
Specialty: Podiatric Surgery535 Jack Warner Pkwy NE Ste A1Tuscaloosa, AL 354042.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Aiesha Wilson, DPM
Specialty: Podiatric Surgery2731 Ml King Jr BlvdTuscaloosa, AL 354011.8 miles awayDr. David Robinson, DPM
Specialty: Podiatric Surgery3515 WATERMELON RDNorthport, AL 354732.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times