Foot & Ankle
Ankle and foot doctors are specialists who have undergone medical training that allows them to expertly diagnose and treat injuries and conditions of the foot and ankle. While these doctors are often able to treat a foot and ankle issue without surgery, they also have the surgical skills needed to perform foot and ankle surgery.
At Orthopaedic Associates, our foot and ankle doctors, Dr. Mark Tenholder, Dr. David Dean, and Dr. Jake Hawkins, are recognized experts in the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle injuries and conditions. Our orthopaedists have extensive training and experience in the surgical and nonsurgical care of the foot and ankle and are dedicated to providing you with the specialized, compassionate care you need to become stronger.
Expert Foot & Ankle Care for a Stronger You
When our orthopaedists develop a treatment plan for a patient with an ankle injury or foot condition, their first step is always to consider nonsurgical treatment options first. Sometimes, there are nonoperative treatments, such as diabetic foot care, physical therapy, or orthotics, that can provide relief for a patient’s injury or condition. However, sometimes the patient’s ankle or foot issue has become so problematic that orthopaedic surgery is the best choice.
If ankle surgery or foot surgery is the best option for you, our board-certified and specialty-trained ankle and foot surgeons will work with you to create a surgical treatment plan that is right for your injury or condition. Our surgical team is equipped with state-of-the-art technology as well as the knowledge and surgical skills needed to treat your ankle or foot problem and get you on the road to becoming stronger.
Having undergone extensive training, our surgeons are highly skilled and considered experts in the following surgeries and procedures:
- Achilles tendon repair
- Ankle arthroscopy
- Foot and ankle fracture repair
- Minimally invasive surgery
- Tendon and ligament repair
Patient Education Center
Explore trusted resources designed to help you better understand your condition, treatment options, and recovery plan. Access expert-written articles, procedure videos, and guided exercise programs to support informed decisions and confident care.
Orthopaedic Urgent Care
Our Orthopaedic Urgent Care provides timely evaluation and treatment for acute bone, joint, and muscle injuries, helping patients be seen within 24 to 48 hours. Receive expert care without the long wait times or expense of the emergency room.
Our Foot & Ankle Doctors
When pain is holding you back, our experienced doctors are here to help. From conservative care to advanced surgical solutions, we'll build a treatment plan that's right for you. Schedule an appointment today and take the first step toward getting back to what matters most.
Signs You May Have a Foot or Ankle Injury
Common signs and symptoms you may be experiencing if you have a foot or ankle injury or condition include:
- Ankle instability
- Difficulty moving your toe
- Difficulty walking
- Foot cramps
- Lower leg pain, including the ankle
- Pain in the midfoot
- Soreness
- Swelling
If you are experiencing any of the above for more than a few days or if any of them are getting worse, make an appointment to see an ankle and foot specialist. The surgeon may diagnose you with one of the following injuries or conditions:
- Ankle sprain
- Arthritis
- Fracture
- Sports injury
- Stress fracture
- Tendon or ligament injury
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Treatments
Orthopaedic Associates: The Strength of Experience
At Orthopaedic Associates, we are regional experts committed to providing patient-centered care. When you are seen by one of our experienced orthopaedic providers—from our foot and ankle specialists and sports medicine doctors to our physical therapists and physician assistants—you can rest assured that you are receiving treatment from an experienced orthopaedic provider who is highly skilled in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of the musculoskeletal system.
As a team, our goal is to help you, educate you, care for you, and treat you with the same high level of care and respect we would want for a member of our own family. Throughout your entire orthopaedic experience, we will be by your side for every step—from your first appointment to your last.
If you are ready to start your journey to a stronger you with less or no foot and ankle pain, take the first step by scheduling an appointment online or calling one of our three locations: Fort Walton Beach, Destin, or Crestview.