Troy S. Watson, MD at DOC

11/25/2025

Proud to share our new study on improving recovery after ankle fracture surgery using a fibular nail.

We found that rehab plans vary widely between surgeons, which can make recovery confusing for patients. Our goal was to create a clearer, more consistent roadmap for when to walk, move, and begin therapy.

Grateful to my co-authors: John Walsh, William Fang, Kevin Mo, Bryanna Vesely, and Benjamin Moyer.

11/18/2025

Here I am doing my thing 🩺🩻🦴

09/16/2025

Wow!

09/14/2025

✨ Exciting publication news!
I’m honored to be a co-author in Techniques in Foot & Ankle Surgery with our article:
“Navicular Stress Fracture Treatment in a Professional Athlete: A Surgical Technique and Postoperative Protocol.”

In this paper, we share detailed surgical techniques and recovery protocols designed to help athletes return to sport safely and effectively after navicular fracture fixation after navicular fracture fixation .👟💪

Proud to collaborate with my colleagues:
Bryanna Vesely, DPM, MPH · Benjamin Moyer, DO · Shanthan Challa, MD · George Beeton, DO

08/28/2025

Such an inspirational story The MacKay Clinic! Check out at a theater near you this inspirational story of a young man’s recovery and the Internal Brace.

⚽️ Make it to Munich is premiering on TV!

BBC Scotland will be broadcasting a one hour version of the original film on Monday 1 September at 21:00.

The documentary follows Ethan Walker, a promising teenage footballer from Aberdeenshire who suffered life-threatening injuries in a road traffic accident just months into a football scholarship at a US university.

Aided in his recovery by pioneering Scottish surgeon (and former footballer) Professor Gordon Mackay, Ethan undertakes a charity cycle ride from Glasgow to Munich for Scotland’s opening match against Germany in Euro 2024, just nine months after his accident. Entrusted by the Scottish national team to carry the match pennant on his back for the whole journey and deliver it in time for kick-off, Ethan is accompanied by Gordon, Tartan Army foot-soldier Stephen Collie and film-maker Martyn Robertson.

08/25/2025

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08/09/2025

Attended the 89th Western Orthopaedic Association Annual Meeting to catch up on the latest foot & ankle research, ran into my college pledge brother Eric Close, met his dad (also an orthopedic surgeon!) celebrating 60 years with his wife, and later saw high school friends Michael & Monica Becker… all while narrowly missing Hurricane Iona and a tsunami!

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08/06/2025

I’m honored to announce I am part of the InternalBrace® International Study Group (IBISG) — a global collaboration of orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine experts committed to advancing ligament augmentation through research, innovation, and shared experience.

One of our key contributions so far is the recently published clinical commentary on early mobility and rehabilitation protocols following InternalBrace™ ankle stabilization, which I co-authored alongside a talented team of physical therapists and doctors. Our goal was to create a structured, evidence-informed path for patients to safely return to activity while leveraging the strength and stability the InternalBrace provides.

Special thanks to my co-authors Bryanna Vesely, DPM, Shanthan Challa, MD, Benjamin Moyer, DO, and Blake Gereb, PT — your clinical insight and dedication were instrumental.

As IBISG continues to grow, I’m proud to stand alongside colleagues like Professor GorThe MacKay Clinic MacKay Clinic, whose vision and innovation launched the InternalBrace concept, transforming how we approach ligament repair.

Learn more and access the protocol at: internalbraceresearch.org

08/04/2025

Excited to share my latest published research!

“Early Mobility and Rehabilitation Protocol After Internal Brace Ankle Stabilization” is now live in the International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy.

This study presents a structured, progressive rehab protocol supporting early safe mobility following lateral ankle ligament repair using the Internal Brace technique.

Designed to help clinicians guide patients back to activity efficiently and safely.

Co-authored with:
Bryanna Vesely, Shanthan Challa, Benjamin Moyer, Blake Gereb, Troy Watson

Big thanks to my colleagues and collaborators for their expertise and dedication.


Click below for full article:

https://ijspt.scholasticahq.com/article/127849-early-mobility-and-rehabilitation-protocol-after-internal-brace-ankle-stabilization