Cleveland Foot & Ankle Clinic

08/20/2025

Foot arches play a vital role in balance, movement, and shock absorption. There are three main types, which are high arches, or pes cavus, flat feet, also called pes planus, and normal arches. Each type affects how the foot functions and bears weight. Weak or imbalanced arches can lead to discomfort...

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08/17/2025

Get your orthotics checked.

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08/12/2025

Sports Injury?

The Cleveland Foot & Ankle Clinic is a cut above the ordinary podiatry practice. It is, in fact, a 100-year old institution that has led the way in podiatric medical and surgical innovation for patients suffering from foot and ankle issues in the region.

08/12/2025

Physician Spotlight

Meet Dr. Donovan, a highly skilled foot and ankle surgeon with specialized training in both forefoot and complex rearfoot and ankle reconstruction. She brings a compassionate, comprehensive approach to patient care, offering both non-surgical and advanced surgical solutions for foot and ankle pain.

Dr. Donovan is fellowship-trained in trauma and has extensive experience treating complex injuries, chronic wounds, and diabetic foot complications. Her advanced training allows her to manage everything from bunions and flatfoot to severe fractures and diabetic limb salvage.

Currently, Dr. Donovan serves as an Assistant Professor in the Division of Foot & Ankle Surgery and Biomechanics at Kent State College of Podiatric Medicine. She also plays a key role in training the next generation of surgeons through the University Hospitals Foot and Ankle Surgical Residency and as Director of the University Hospitals Foot and Ankle Fellowship in Cleveland, Ohio.

Dr. Donovan offers advanced surgical options such as minimally invasive (MIS) bunion surgery, Lapiplasty, flatfoot reconstruction, and diabetic limb salvage procedures using external fixation, muscle flaps, and skin grafting techniques. Her patients appreciate her thoughtful, individualized care and her commitment to helping them return to a more active, pain-free life.

08/12/2025

Working in construction exposes your feet to heavy equipment, sharp debris, and uneven surfaces, making foot protection essential. Wearing high-quality steel-toe boots, slip-resistant soles, and cushioned insoles helps prevent injuries, blisters, and long-term strain. Proper hygiene and moisture con...

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08/05/2025

Corns are thickened areas of skin that form in response to friction or pressure. Hard corns often appear on the tops of toes, the soles of the feet, or the side of the little toe, while soft corns usually develop between toes where the skin stays moist. These painful spots result from wearing tight...

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08/04/2025

Trusted Foot & Ankle Care in Northeast Ohio for Over 100 Years. Book Your Appointment Today!

07/29/2025

As people age, their feet often experience gradual changes that can lead to discomfort. Years of standing, walking, and wearing unsupportive shoes may contribute to problems like bunions, hammertoes, and fallen arches. Heel pain from plantar fasciitis or strain in the Achilles tendon can develop aft...

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07/28/2025

We’re the leading foot & ankle care team in Northeast Ohio. Book your appointment today!

07/22/2025

Physician Spotlight

Dr. Joshua L. Moore is nationally recognized and respected foot and ankle surgeon, speaker, and educator. Dr. Moore is certified in Foot and Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery. Specializing in foot and ankle sports injuries, trauma, pediatrics, and overall foot and ankle surgery, he has treated collegiate and professional athletes from across the globe and lectures on a national level.

Dr. Moore serves as Professor and Division Head in Kent State’s College of Podiatric Medicine’s division of Clinical Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Moore is a Fellow of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. A graduate of Des Moines Universities College of Podiatric Medicine in 2009, Dr. Moore completed a high surgical volume residency at The University of Medicine and Dentistry in Newark New Jersey. Dr. Moore is proficient in all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery. Prior to his arrival to Kent State, Dr. Moore served as a member of the department of Surgery at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. During his time there, Dr. Moore was an active surgeon, educator and named a Professor of Surgery, Assistant Dean of the medical school and Medical Director of the region’s largest Foot & Ankle facility, Temple University’s Foot & Ankle Institute.

Dr. Moore is actively accepting new patients and excited to provide the best care to his new patients in the Northeast Ohio region.

07/22/2025

Falls in older adults are often caused by poor balance, weak muscles, vision problems, wearing unsafe footwear, or slippery surfaces. These incidents can lead to serious foot injuries such as fractures, sprains, or bruising that affect mobility and independence. Foot pain, instability, or nerve issu...

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07/18/2025

Bunions can be treated.

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