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About Podiatric Surgery
Foot and ankle problems fall into the following categories:
- Acquired from physical stress, small mechanical changes within the foot and improper footwear.
- Traumatic foot problems, which are associated with foot and ankle injuries.
- Arthritic foot problems, which typically involve one or more joints.
- Neoplastic disorders, usually called tumors, which are the result of abnormal growth of tissue and may be benign or malignant.
- Infectious foot problems, which are caused by bacterial, viral, or fungal organisms.
- Congenital foot problems, which are generally inherited.
Podiatric Surgery is a field of medicine that strives to improve the overall health and well-being of patients by focusing on preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the foot and ankle. Doctors of Podiatric Medicine (DPMs) are specialists who practice on the lower extremities, primarily on feet and ankles. The education of podiatric surgeons includes three to four years of undergraduate education, four years in an accredited podiatric medical school, followed by a hospital-based residency program.
American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Dr. Haverstock is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. Board certification by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery requires graduation from podiatric medical school, completion of an approved podiatric surgical residency program, practice experience, surgical case submissions and passing rigorous written and oral examinations. This intensive process validates the certificate holder as an accomplished podiatric surgeon.
American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Dr. Haverstock is a Fellow of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons.
The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) is a professional society of 5,900 podiatric surgeons. Founded in 1942, ACFAS' goals are to promote the art and science of podiatric surgery and advance and improve standards of education and surgical skill.
ACFAS members reflect a high level of professional foot care, training and education. With a focus on preventive care and conservative treatment, members provide high quality, comprehensive care of the lower extremity.
What Do Podiatric Surgeons Treat?
The foot and ankle surgeon treats a wide variety of common podiatric maladies:
- Structural conditions
- Trauma-related injuries
- Sports Related Injuries
- Diabetes related foot complications
- Nail & skin conditions
- Congenital conditions
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