Expert foot and ankle care for every patient
At Mass General Brigham, our foot and ankle specialists combine advanced orthopedic expertise with the latest surgical and non-surgical techniques to reduce pain, restore movement, and help you get back to what matters most. Whatever your injury or medical concern, we’ll guide you toward the most effective treatment plan for your needs.
What foot and ankle conditions can an orthopedic surgeon treat?
Our orthopedic foot and ankle team delivers fast, accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans based on your health history, anatomy, lifestyle, and goals.
We treat the full range of foot and ankle conditions, including:
- Achilles tendon injuries and ruptures
- Arthritis, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and post-traumatic arthritis
- Bunions and hammertoes
- Bursitis
- Chronic ankle instability
- Flatfoot or high-arched foot (pes cavus) conditions and deformities
- Fractures
- Midfoot (lisfranc) injuries
- Peroneal tendon tears
- Plantar fasciitis
- Sports injuries, including ankle sprains and ligament tears
- Nerve compression syndromes (such as tarsal tunnel)
- Diabetic foot complications
- Turf toe
We collaborate closely with our Sports Medicine team to treat acute and overuse foot and ankle injuries in athletes of all levels.
Our care team
With decades of experience and a laser-focus on your wellbeing, our foot and ankle team is here to lead you down the path towards better movement, lasting relief, and greater independence.
Our multidisciplinary team includes orthopedic surgeons, podiatrists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, and rehabilitation specialists to help you recover quickly, safely, and with lasting results.
What is podiatry, and how can it help?
Our podiatrists specialize in medical and surgical care of the foot and ankle, supporting everything from routine foot health to complex reconstructive surgery. They play a vital role in preventing and treating conditions that affect mobility and quality of life. Podiatry is especially important for patients with diabetes, circulatory conditions, or chronic pain.
Our podiatry services include:
- Comprehensive foot exams and gait evaluation
- Custom orthotics and footwear guidance
- Wound care and diabetic foot management
- Minimally invasive foot procedures
- Corrective surgery for bunions, hammertoes, and other structural changes to the foot and toes
What are my treatment options?
Non-surgical treatments for foot and ankle conditions
Not every condition requires foot surgery. Depending on your diagnosis, symptoms, and goals, your care plan may include:
- Physical therapy to strengthen and restore movement
- Image-guided corticosteroid injections to reduce inflammation and pain
- Shockwave therapy to stimulate healing in injured tissues
- Custom orthotics and bracing for improved support and alignment
- Medications to manage symptoms
- Activity modifications to help you stay comfortable and active
Our goal is to relieve pain, improve mobility, and help you avoid or delay surgery whenever possible.
Orthopedic surgery for foot and ankle conditions
Our orthopedic surgeons perform all types of foot and ankle surgeries, including:
- Minimally invasive approached, whenever possible
- Ankle replacement (arthroplasty)
- Ankle fusion
- Fracture repair and ligament reconstruction
- Tendon repair and transfer
- Corrective surgery for bunions, hammertoes, and changes in foot or ankle alignment (including flatfoot)
- Arthroscopic procedures for joint preservation and cartilage repair
At Mass General Brigham, we use surgical techniques that support the best possible alignment, promote faster recovery, and help you maintain long-term mobility.
Coordinated care before, during, and after surgery
From your first consultation to your final follow-up, our team works together to ensure your safe and smooth recovery. We offer:
- Personalized pre-surgical education and planning, so you know what to expect
- Tailored anesthesia and pain management strategies
- Individualized post-surgical rehabilitation to get you moving again
- Ongoing support as you return to activity and independence
Why choose Mass General Brigham for foot and ankle care?
As a leading healthcare system, Mass General Brigham brings together nationally recognized expertise from some of the best orthopedic hospitals in the area—including Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and Spaulding Rehabilitation. We offer convenient care throughout New England.
When you choose us for foot and ankle care, you benefit from:
- Treatment from leading foot and ankle orthopedic surgeons and podiatrists
- Innovative techniques and technology
- Comprehensive, coordinated care, from diagnosis through rehabilitation
- A track record of excellent outcomes and patient satisfaction
