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Florida Ankle & Foot Institute has over ten years of experience in diagnosing and treating South Flor

If you are seeking relief from any ankle or foot pain, discomfort or mobility issue, you have come to the right place! Florida Ankle & Foot Institute has been providing the people of Monroe County, FL with the finest ankle and foot care for decades. With offices in Tavernier, Marathon, and Key West, we are here to serve our community, and welcome both residents and tourists alike. Our podiatrists

are highly skilled board-certified physicians and surgeons who are well known in our community and are very respected in their field. They offer decades of combined experience treating a wide range of podiatric conditions. At Florida Ankle & Foot Institute, we treat anything below the knee-from tendon injuries, neuromas, plantar fasciitis, and ankle injuries to diabetic wound care, PAD, fungal and ingrown nails, bunion and hammertoe correction, arthritic conditions and much more. Florida Ankle & Foot Institute is on the forefront of technological advancements in podiatric care. We offer both traditional treatment options as well as exciting new technologies in wound care and regenerative medicine to relieve pain and promote healing. For example, our advanced treatment protocol for plantar fasciitis has helped many patients be pain free after only three ministrations. Our three offices are beautiful, clean facilities that are well equipped with many in-office conveniences and services that will save you time and help our doctors to diagnose and treat you on site. We are happy to help even more patients in our community feel welcome with our ability to communicate with them in either English or Spanish. If you or a loved one needs expert podiatric care, please give us a call. We look forward to getting you back on your feet as soon as possible!

29/07/2025

Turf toe is a sprain of the joint located at the base of the big toe, often caused by forcefully bending the toe upward. Turf toe can result from repeated stress or a sudden movement during sports or other activities that place excess pressure on the front of the foot. Symptoms of turf toe include p...

Read more: https://www.ankleandfootsurgery.net/blogs/item/544-treatment-for-turf-toe-injuries

23/07/2025

Diabetic foot screening is a must for good foot health.

Read more: https://www.ankleandfootsurgery.net/blogs/item/542-wounds-that-don-t-heal-need-to-be-checked

22/07/2025

Flip-flops may feel convenient in warm weather, but wearing them for long periods of time can lead to foot problems. Their flat, thin soles often lack arch support and cushioning, which can place extra strain on the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that supports the bottom of the foot. This ma...

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15/07/2025

Ankle impingement pain happens when something inside the ankle joint gets pinched during movement. This usually affects people who play sports that involve a lot of jumping, running, or kicking, like soccer or ballet. Pain in the front of the ankle can occur when the foot is pushed upward, and pain...

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08/07/2025

Lower limb salvage surgery is performed to avoid limb loss when there is severe damage to the foot or leg. This may be necessary due to infection, trauma, poor circulation, or complications from conditions, such as diabetes. The goal of this type of surgery is to remove diseased or damaged tissue wh...

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01/07/2025

Falls in the workplace often occur due to slippery surfaces, poor lighting, loose cords, or wearing improper footwear. These accidents can cause serious foot injuries such as fractures, sprains, and heel trauma that may lead to long recovery times. The feet are especially vulnerable during a fall be...

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24/06/2025

Cracked heels occur when the skin on the bottom of the feet becomes excessively dry and thick, leading to painful splits or fissures. Dry skin can be caused by prolonged standing, wearing open-back footwear, cold weather, or lack of moisture. Over time, the dryness may worsen and the skin loses elas...

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22/06/2025

Get your child's feet examined.

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17/06/2025

Haglund's syndrome, often called a pump bump, is a bony enlargement on the back of the heel where the Achilles tendon attaches. This condition can lead to irritation of the surrounding tissues, often caused by pressure from wearing rigid shoes or high heels. Risk factors include tight calf muscl...

Read more: https://www.ankleandfootsurgery.net/blogs/item/529-haglund-s-syndrome-the-painful-pump-bump

11/06/2025

Diabetic foot ulcers and neuropathy are serious complications of diabetes that can lead to infection, hospitalization, or even loss of limbs if left untreated. Neuropathy, or nerve damage, reduces sensation in the feet, making it difficult to feel pain, heat, or injuries. This numbness increases the...

Read more: https://www.ankleandfootsurgery.net/blogs/item/527-foot-complications-from-diabetes

03/06/2025

Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is a neurological condition that can indirectly contribute to foot problems like plantar fasciitis. MS often causes muscle weakness, changes in gait, and altered foot mechanics, which may place abnormal stress on the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that supports the...

Read more: https://www.ankleandfootsurgery.net/blogs/item/524-the-link-between-ms-and-plantar-fasciitis

27/05/2025

A tailor's bunion, also known as a bunionette, is a bony prominence that forms on the outside of the foot at the base of the little toe. This condition occurs when the fifth metatarsal bone shifts outward while the little toe moves inward, creating a painful bump. It is often caused by inherited...

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Florida Ankle & Foot Institute has over ten years of experience in diagnosing and treating South Florida and the Florida Keys communities for medical conditions of the foot, ankle and lower leg. Our patient-centered approach focuses on the impact that foot health can have on your overall health to keep you holistically healthy. Whether it is a new or pre-existing condition, our board-certified surgeons are committed to understanding your pain, how it affects your health, and treating you with care.

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Your health is our happiness here at Florida Ankle & Foot Institute. We believe that the patient-experience begins before diagnosis and progresses past recovery, so we make it our duty to cater to your healing and overall wellness. Our mission is to provide you with comprehensive, high-quality podiatric treatments from doctors who genuinely care about you as a patient and as a person.