The desire to explore, research, and understand things in great detail has been the driving force throughout my career. This passion drew me to foot and ankle. I am focused on taking great care of patients, teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows, and collaborating on the continuous development of foot and ankle surgery research. Dr. De Cesar Netto is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Bunions, High Arch, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy.

I am an orthopaedic surgeon with a clinical practice focused on all foot and ankle conditions including complex foot and ankle deformity correction, limb salvage, trauma, and ankle replacements. Patients come to see me for a variety of kinds of conditions. That's one of the reasons I went into foot and ankle surgery. When it comes to treating patients, I try to exhaust all the non-surgical options first, because surgery can really intrude on someone's lifestyle. My passion is being able to reconstruct somebody’s foot when they can’t currently walk on it and allowing them to walk again. One patient story that stands out in my mind is of a woman who was involved in a car accident and broke her leg and several of the bones in her foot, and who lost some of those bones at the scene of the accident. She had seen several other providers, and they recommended amputation. When I saw her, I decided she would be a candidate for the new, 3-D printed technology, and I was able to do a 3-D bone implant, and now she's walking again. We were able to save her leg. Dr. Adams is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Kienbock's Disease, Arthritis, Bone Graft, and Osteotomy.

I enjoy the challenge of helping patients with foot and ankle problems, including arthritis, tendon disorders or ruptures, and sports injuries. While my focus is my clinical practice, I keep my orthopaedic knowledge current by regularly participating as faculty in national and international orthopaedic foot and ankle conferences, conferences that frequently prompt me to bring advances to help the patients in my practice. I also continue to study many of the problems through dedicated foot and ankle research and share my clinical, surgical and research experience with national and international colleagues, the surgeons who attend the meetings, and the residents and fellows that I train each year. Dr. Easley is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Flat Feet, Kienbock's Disease, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy.

I pursued the specialty of Orthopaedic surgery as I was drawn to the opportunity to care for patients on their journey to maintain or return to an active and healthy lifestyle. In particular, the subspecialty of foot and ankle surgery was especially appealing as the foot and ankle serve as the foundation for the entire musculoskeletal system, with a broad array of pathology and patient populations being affected. I have the honor of caring for patients of all walks of life including all ages and activity levels. Dr. Robert is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Foot Drop, High Arch, and Osteotomy.

I am an orthopaedic surgeon with specialized training in foot and ankle surgery. Prior to becoming a physician, I worked as a physical therapist. My focus has always been on assisting patients in returning to the activities they enjoy. This entails understanding each patient's current limitations and future goals to develop a treatment plan tailored to their needs. I believe in optimizing non-surgical options using various modalities while ensuring patients comprehend their surgical options for when or if the time is appropriate to pursue that route. In my practice, I address a wide range of foot and ankle issues, including bunions, achilles injuries, fractures, and complex foot reconstruction, with a particular emphasis on acute foot and ankle trauma and revision surgery. One aspect I appreciate about Duke Health is the ability to collaborate with other surgeons, therapists, and physicians to devise a comprehensive plan that suits each patient. During my leisure time, you'll often find me running, biking, or chasing after my two energetic boys. Dr. O'connor is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

My pursuit of a career in orthopaedics has come as no surprise to those around me. Growing up on our family horse farm in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, afforded me many mechanical tasks. Foot and ankle orthopaedics was an obvious choice: the diverse patient population, challenging surgeries, and the ability to help my patients get back to the activities they enjoy most. As medical missionary Dr. Albert Schweitzer said, “At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by the spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” It is my responsibility, but also privilege as a surgeon, to empower my patients with ‘that light’, through optimism, knowledge and ultimately relief, through both non-operative and surgical means. I perform a variety of reconstructive procedures, including: fore/midfoot surgeries, ankle arthroscopy and cartilage restorative surgery, tendon/ligament repair/reconstruction, lower extremity fracture care, ankle replacement and fusion, diabetic Charcot reconstruction (including use of Ilizarov thin-wire frame techniques) and advanced deformity reconstruction for conditions related to arthritic, neurologic, congenital or acquired conditions. Dr. Schweitzer is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Metatarsalgia, Tendinitis, Tenotomy, and Osteotomy.

I am an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle surgery. My first exposure to foot and ankle surgery was as a patient myself in high school and given that experience, I became fascinated with how injuries occur, how they heal and how we can fix them.Patients come to see me for a variety of foot and ankle injuries and conditions, including sports-related injuries (such as Achilles tendon rupture, ankle instability, Jones fractures and turf toe), foot and ankle trauma (fractures/broken bones), arthritis, tendinitis, bunions and hammertoes. I also have a particular interest in cartilage injuries (osteochondral lesions) of the foot and ankle. I appreciate the challenge that comes with managing injuries and conditions of the foot and ankle. While we may discuss surgery, it’s important to emphasize that my role is to help you avoid surgery whenever possible. Above all, we will offer you the latest treatment advances in arthroscopic and minimally invasive surgery, as well as biological augmentation. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, golfing, working out, watching sports and spending time outside with our energetic puppy. Dr. Murawski is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypermobile Joints, Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

As a child, I loved giving presents. It gave me great pleasure to select a gift and then present it to the recipient, and watch their face as they opened it. Now, I get to do the same thing for my patients. Removing patient's pain and giving them greater mobility in life is the best gift I could ever give anyone. I am so pleased I have been able to spend my life helping others, and I look forward to helping you. Dr. Deorio is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Acute Pain.

Bruce Cohen is a Podiatric Surgeon in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Cohen has been practicing medicine for over 34 years is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Flat Feet, and Osteotomy. Dr. Cohen is currently accepting new patients.

I specialize in treating patients with all types of foot and ankle problems. Whether it's a simple ankle sprain or a complex foot/ankle reconstruction, I take pride in providing my patients with the expertise and resources here at Duke University but with the availability and convenience of a community-based setting. I enjoy treating patients of all ages with the goal of getting them back to their full activity as quickly and safely as possible. Most importantly, I believe in educating my patients about their issues, allowing them to better understand their health, how it affects their overall well-being, and providing them with the knowledge to become an integral part of their own healing process. Although some patients may require surgery, I try my best to maximize non-surgical treatment, knowing how much of an impact these decisions will have on someone's day-to-day life. Dr. Hanselman is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Kienbock's Disease, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Metatarsus Adductus, Tendinitis, and Osteotomy.

James Chandler is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Clyde, North Carolina. Dr. Chandler is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bunions, Clubfoot, Plantar Fasciitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Chandler is currently accepting new patients.

Nicola Corbett is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Pinehurst, North Carolina. Dr. Corbett is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Foot Drop, Tendinitis, Morton Neuroma, Plantar Fasciitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Corbett is currently accepting new patients.

Joshua Tennant is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Tennant is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Hypermobile Joints, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Tennant is currently accepting new patients.

Eric Ward is a Podiatric Surgeon and a Podiatric Medicine provider in Matthews, North Carolina. Dr. Ward has been practicing medicine for over 39 years is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Fibromatosis, Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, and Ingrown Toenail. Dr. Ward is currently accepting new patients.

Trapper Lalli is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Lalli is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Flat Feet, Osteonecrosis, Osteoarthritis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Lalli is currently accepting new patients.

Scott Shawen is a Podiatric Surgeon in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Shawen is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Claw Foot, Clubfoot, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, and Fasciotomy. Dr. Shawen is currently accepting new patients.

Mark Quist is a Podiatric Surgeon in Mooresville, North Carolina. Dr. Quist is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Metatarsalgia, Corns and Calluses, Fungal Nail Infection, and Hammer Toe.

Matthew Massey is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Dr. Massey is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Osteoarthritis, Plantar Fasciitis, and Achilles Tendon Rupture. Dr. Massey is currently accepting new patients.

Carroll Jones is a Podiatric Surgeon in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Jones has been practicing medicine for over 27 years. His top areas of expertise are Claw Foot, Tendinitis, Clubfoot, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

I have been practicing orthopaedic surgery at Duke for the last 38 years. My practice is currently limited to adults with foot and ankle conditions. I have special interests in athletic foot and ankle problems and ankle arthritis, replacement surgery. My foot and ankle team has grown over the years, and we have one of the largest team of experts in the United States dealing with these complex problems. I have a son who is an academic orthopaedic surgeon on the faculty at Washington University at St Louis and I have another son who is finishing residency in orthopaedic veterinary surgery. My wife and I hope he will return to the Carolinas. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis and Tendinitis.

Crystal Dickson is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Greenville, North Carolina. Her top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Plantar Fasciitis, Tendinitis, Flat Feet, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Dickson is currently accepting new patients.

Corey Thompson is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Raleigh, North Carolina. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, and Hammer Toe. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

Benjamin Umbel is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Morganton, North Carolina. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Compartment Syndrome, and Tendinitis. Dr. Umbel is currently accepting new patients.

Andrew Butler is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Asheville, North Carolina. His top area of expertise is Achilles Tendon Rupture. Dr. Butler is currently accepting new patients.

Christopher Adair is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Greensboro, North Carolina. Dr. Adair is currently accepting new patients.