Lara A. Whitford, NP

Treating people gently, consistently and quickly, so they can resume the activities they love as soon as possible – that's the philosophy of Dr. Discont, a foot and ankle specialist recognized as a PHOENIX magazine Top Doc since 2008. Board-certified by the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery, a fellow of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons. He is president of his state medical association, practicing in the East Valley for more than 37 years and is a frequent lecturer and contributor for medical societies, public organizations and television networks, including CBS Your Health, FOX Medical News, KAZT Morning Scramble, TV3 AzFamily and TV15 Sonoran Living. Education is the key to state of the art medical care. says Dr. Discont, who is a former residency director and adjunct clinical professor for medical schools since 1986 and regularly completes two to three times the Arizona annual educational requirements. After attending Ohio State University and University of Arizona, he earned his doctorate at Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, performed his surgical residency in Mesa, and specialized surgical training in Phoenix, Baltimore, Detroit, Cleveland and Tucson.Treating people gently, consistently and quickly, so they can resume the activities they love as soon as possible” – that’s the philosophy of Dr. Discont, a foot and ankle specialist recognized as a PHOENIX magazine “Top Doc” since 2008. Board-certified by the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery, a fellow of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons. He is president of his state medical association, practicing in the East Valley for more than 30 years and is a frequent lecturer and contributor for medical societies, public organizations and television networks, including CBS Your Health, FOX Medical News, KAZT Morning Scramble, TV3 AzFamily and TV15 Sonoran Living. Education is the key to state of the art medical care.” says Dr. Discont, who is a former residency director and adjunct clinical professor for medical schools since 1986 and regularly completes two to three times the Arizona annual educational requirements. After attending Ohio State University and University of Arizona, he earned his doctorate at Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, performed his surgical residency in Mesa, and specialized surgical training in Phoenix, Baltimore, Detroit, Cleveland and Tucson. Mr. Discont is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ledderhose Disease. His top areas of expertise are Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, Fibromatosis, and Tendinitis.

Dr. Antonius Su wants you to live your life to the fullest and will go to great measures to ensure your feet remain healthy throughout the journey. Don't let foot or ankle pain disrupt your way of life or foil your plans. Board certified in podiatric surgery and wound care, Dr. Su is here to help.Upon completing his undergraduate degree at San Francisco State University, Dr. Su received his doctorate from the California College of Podiatric Medicine. Prior to establishing Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists of Arizona in 1998, he was a part of several other organizations. He completed two years of surgical residency at the Western Medical Trauma Center in Santa Ana and spent three years looking after the feet of freedom fighters of the United States Air Force in Fairfield, California.When Dr. Su isn't in the office providing great care for your feet, he spends his time with wife, Jennifer, sons Blake and Scott, and daughter Kellie. He and his family reside in Chandler, where he is just a phone call away. Set your worries and anxieties aside. When it comes to your feet, you can trust Dr. Su and the staff at Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists of Arizona.As a foot and ankle surgeon, I will provide comprehensive non surgical foot and ankle treatments prior to any surgical correction . My goal is to get my patients back to their feet as quickly as possible. Mr. Su is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ledderhose Disease. His top areas of expertise are High Arch, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Fibromatosis, and Plantar Fasciitis.

Dr. Newswander born in Utah,  began his studies as a pre-med student at Utah State University.After graduating, he pursued his interest podiatry at the California College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Newswander completed a residency at Carl T. Hayden VA Hospital in Phoenix and opened his own practice in 2003. His research has been featured in numerous medical publications, and in several presentations and lectures around the state.Dr. Newswander is actively involved with the training process and as a Surgical Attending Physician for the Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center. He's also a preceptor for the Midwestern University Medical School and has received many certifications and awards.He is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and Board Certified with the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.He has received the Phoenix's Top Docs award and the Guardian Angel award from Mercy Gilbert Medical Center.Throughout his career, Dr. Newswander has served in various roles on many medical boards, including board president. Dr. Newswander has served as Chief of Surgery at Gilbert Hospital and Chief of Staff at both Gilbert and Florence Hospitals.I started my practice to create a safe, friendly place where I could help people get back up and running without pain or discomfort.  My patients are my passion. Mr. Newswander is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ledderhose Disease. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Hammer Toe, Plantar Fasciitis, and Ledderhose Disease.