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General Practitioners

Osteoporosis
Headaches
Arthritis
Plantar Fasciitis
Sinusitis
Medical Weight Loss
At Mason City Clinic, our bariatric surgeons, otherwise known as weight loss surgeons, provide a variety of bariatric and weight loss surgeries for patients to help people lose weight and restore their health and quality of life.
Primary Care
Scott was referred by his primary care doctor into Gregory Grimberg, MD, bariatric surgeon at MercyOne North Iowa Cardiology specialty at the Mason City Clinic. “Dr. Grimberg gave me my options of surgery, but also didn’t sugar coat the commitment I needed to have leading up to surgery and after surgery of changing my lifestyle.”
Ear Infections
Ear infections, also known as otitis media, are one of the most common conditions, affecting up to 75% of children in the US by the time they reach the age of 3. This condition develops as a result of a buildup of fluid in the eustachian tubes, which connect the eardrum to the nose. Patients with an ear infection may experience earache, fever, ear discharge, headache and dizziness.
Sleep Disorders
Sleep disorders are common conditions that involve difficulties falling asleep, staying asleep or waking up. Sleep disorders may develop as a result of changes in the brain regions and neurotransmitters, stress, anxiety, depression, poor sleep habits or many other possible causes. By not getting sufficient sleep at night, many people are affected during the day and may have difficulty completing their everyday activities.
Family Practice
Magna cum laude with a biology premedicine degree and LaSallian Honors minor from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota. He subsequently obtained a master’s degree in physician assistant studies from the University of Iowa, with classes and training at Carver College of Medicine. In addition to clinical practice, Chad has been a preceptor for PA students, medical students and family medicine residents. He is a member of Physician Assistants in Orthopedic Surgery, American Academy of Physician Assistants and Iowa Physician Assistant Society.
Male Infertility
Infertility affects about 13 percent of couples who have unprotected sex for at least one year. Of these, about one-third are specifically male infertility problems. There are many possible causes for male infertility...
Emergency Care
In March 2019, Duane Obanion, 68, a farmer outside of Mason City, Iowa had an acid reflux attack. He aspirated into his lungs and got pneumonia. “I was in New York visiting my daughter when it happened and I ended up in the Urgent Care Center. When I got home I went to my family doctor and she put me in touch with Dr. Matthew Fabian, a general surgeon at the Mason City Clinic”. Read More
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that allows your doctor to visually examine the inside of the colon for closer inspection of irregularities. This is accomplished by inserting a tube with a camera on the end into the anus and through the colon. The images from the camera are viewed either through the instrument or on a display monitor.
Constipation
Erectile Dysfunction
Infectious Diseases
Mason City Clinic’s Infectious Diseases Department offers in-depth evaluation and management of adult patients with bacterial, fungal, parasitic and viral diseases, including HIV and its complications, bone and joint infections, mycobacterial diseases, Lyme disease and tropical infections.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common functional disorder of the intestines. A functional disorder means that the muscles of the organs are functioning abnormally. IBS affects as many as one in five people in the US.
Electrocardiogram
I used to visit the ER often with undiagnosed heart problems. During my last visit in 2004, they told me I probably wouldn’t make it another year. That’s when my doctor at Mason City Clinic found my mitral valve malfunction and surgically repaired it. I recently had my annual EKG exam and my cardiologist found no heart problems whatsoever. Which means I can keep raising my squash, musk melon and tomatoes. Read More
Urinary Incontinence
Certain diseases, medications, infections, chronic behaviors or other factors such as vaginal delivery and menopause can disrupt this process and make people lose control of when they urinate. This group of conditions is called urinary incontinence (UI). The most common forms of UI are...
Diarrhea
Pneumonia
Immunizations
We also provide consultation services, including assessment of complications and prevention of infections associated with states of immunosuppression, such as chemotherapy and other immunosuppressive therapies, and prevention of infectious diseases during travel, including vaccinations.

Gynecology
Shawn is a board-certified physician assistant who graduated from Des Moines University’s physician assistant program in 1990. She has over 20 years of experience in patient care working in obstetrics and gynecology, family practice medicine, general surgery and finally plastic surgery. During the past 12 years, Shawn has been a valued provider in the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Shawn’s involvement in the practice has included first assisting in surgery, taking calls and holding outpatient clinic hours to help meet the needs of our patients. As a well-qualified team member, she enhances efficiency and safety in the operating room and provides a qualified and uniform extension of the care Dr. Mulkey and Dr. Recinos provide.
Female Infertility
Obstetrics
Pregnancy

Internal Medicine
Gastroenterology
MCC’s Gastroenterology Department focuses on diagnosing and treating a wide variety of digestive illnesses and health conditions. We treat many common gastroenterological conditions such as...
Bladder Cancer
Bladder cancer is a chronic disease that affects the bladder, the organ that stores urine. Tumors can form when the body creates new cells that aren’t needed or when old cells don’t die when they’re supposed to. The tumor may be cancerous or benign. Cancerous cells may develop on the inner lining of the bladder wall. This is referred to as superficial bladder cancer. If the cancer spreads through the lining, it becomes invasive cancer.
Urology
Urology is the medical specialty that focuses on surgical and medical diseases of the male and female urinary system and the male reproductive organs. A urologist performs vasectomies for men who no longer wish to have children and treat problems of the kidneys, adrenal glands, urinary bladder and male reproductive organs. Because the urinary and reproductive tracts are anatomically linked, problems with one tract often affect the other. Some of the most common urologic conditions we treat include...
Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are a common but painful urinary tract disorder that affects over 3 million people in the United States each year. A kidney stone is a hardened mass of mineral and acid salts that separates from the urine and travels through the urinary tract. The urine normally dilutes and dissolves these substances, but when the composition of urine is unbalanced, crystallized kidney stones can form.
Colon Cancer
Colon cancer refers to cancer of the large intestine (colon) while rectal cancer refers to cancer of the last six inches of the colon (rectum). Cancers affecting either of these organs are collectively known as colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is the third-most common cancer in men around the world and the fourth-most common in women.
Endoscopy
Acid reflux and heartburn are extremely common, with heartburn symptoms affecting up to 60 million Americans at least once per month. GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, affects millions of people each year. Stomach acid or bile can back up through the food pipe (esophagus) and irritate the lining. If you have burning pain in your chest after eating, you might have GERD, especially if the pain becomes worse when you lie down. When lifestyle changes, OTC medications and stronger prescription medications don’t provide relief, surgery becomes an option. Our surgeons perform minimally invasive upper endoscopy to diagnose and biopsy inflamed esophageal lining tissue, then provide appropriate treatment. For additional information about GERD treatment, click here.
Urinary Tract Infection
Urinary tract infection is a common infection of the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. The urinary tract refers to just the bladder and the urethra, and an infection can develop in either of these areas. These infections occur much more frequently in women than in men and can cause intense pain.
Prostate Cancer
The prostate is a gland that is only found in men. It is located just below the bladder surrounding the urethra, which carries urine from the bladder to the penis. Some men over the age of 50 have an enlarged prostate. One of the reasons for an enlarged prostate is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is not a form of prostate cancer and does not lead to prostate cancer. For some men with BPH, the enlarged prostate puts pressure on the urethra.

Neurology
Disorders of the nervous system can affect the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves and muscles. The neurology specialty spans a number of disorders encompassed by these nervous system structures. At MCC, our neurology team focuses on helping patients with a variety of neurological health concerns, including...
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel release is an outpatient procedure performed to relieve pressure on the median nerve and reduce the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. This procedure can help restore muscle strength and dexterity and is typically performed on patients who have had persistent symptoms that do not respond to conservative treatment methods.
Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a condition involving recurrent seizures, triggered by electrical signals in the brain. At least two seizures with no traceable cause are necessary to properly diagnose epilepsy. Regardless of severity, all seizures need to be taken care of, because they can pose dangers during activities such as driving and swimming.

Depression
Mental Health
PHI is any information about you, including demographic data that identifies you and your past, present or future physical or mental health condition, as well as related healthcare services. This Privacy Policy describes how we may use or disclose your PHI to provide treatment, payment or healthcare operations or other purposes that are permitted or required by law. This policy also describes your rights to access and control your PHI.
Psychiatry
Prior to joining the Mason City Clinic psychiatry department, Mindy worked with geriatric and long-term care patients and was an adjunct nursing instructor at NIACC. Her passion is caring for adults and providing education for their loved ones.
Insomnia
Behavioral Health
Anxiety

Endocrinologist

Diabetes Care
Thyroid
Thyroid Cancer
The thyroid gland controls much of the body’s metabolism while the parathyroid controls calcium in the blood. These glands are located close to each other but are otherwise unrelated. The most common surgery for thyroid cancer is thyroidectomy, or removal of the thyroid gland. For parathyroid cancer, which is quite rare, the choice of surgery depends on whether the cancer is contained within the gland or has spread (metastasized) to nearby lymph nodes, lung tissue, etc. As with most cancers, the earlier the diagnosis of thyroid and parathyroid cancer, the higher the cure rate. Thyroid nodules are usually benign and parathyroid tumors are often benign, as well. Too little calcium in the blood is known as hyperparathyroidism while too much calcium in the blood is called hyperparathyroidism.

Ultrasound
If an abdominal aortic aneurysm is suspected, an aortic ultrasound will be ordered to confirm this diagnosis. Ultrasound utilizes sound waves in scanning the aorta to give detailed information concerning the blood flow and quality of musculature around the area. The procedure requires a soft gel to be spread across the area to be observed, which helps the sound waves travel between the machine and the body. The actual imaging itself is painless, but if the area to be imaged was tender beforehand, some discomfort may ensue.
MRI
MRI provides physicians with a noninvasive method of obtaining high-quality images. It combines a powerful magnet with an advanced computer system and radio waves to produce accurate, detailed pictures of organs and tissues in order to diagnose a variety of medical conditions.
Radiology
Our mission is to provide the highest-quality imaging services to our patients. Our radiologists are board-certified with many years of experience in all facets of radiology. We offer a clinical staff delivering high-quality care in a comfortable, safe and confidential environment. Our office staff offers helpful and compassionate services with patient satisfaction as their first priority. Our costs are often less than services provided in the traditional hospital setting.
X-Rays
Computed Tomography
In some cases, a contrast material, gadolinium, may be injected through an intravenous (IV) line into a vein in your hand or arm. The contrast material enhances the appearance of certain details. The contrast material used for MRIs is less likely to cause an allergic reaction than the contrast material used for CT scans.
Chemotherapy
The general surgery team at MCC provides comprehensive management of breast cancer in diagnosed patients. We take different approaches to care based on the cancer’s physical and biological characteristics. The patient’s age, overall health and personal preferences help us determine whether to use systemic treatment or localized therapy. Localized therapy may include surgery and/or radiation treatments, while chemotherapy and hormone therapy are considered systemic.

General Surgery
MCC’s general surgery specialists focus on the treatment of various diseases and conditions that require surgery. We use minimally invasive endoscopic and laparoscopic surgical techniques with most conditions. Our general surgeons perform a wide variety of procedures, including...
Orthopedics
Matt joined the Mason City Clinic Orthopedics Department as a physician assistant in 2004. He is married and has two children. Matt stays busy volunteering at Newman Catholic High School as a team physician in football and as an assistant wrestling coach. He enjoys golfing and is an active member of Epiphany Parish in Mason City.
Arthroscopy
Shoulder arthroscopy is minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder to repair damage from arthritis, overuse or traumatic injury. With shoulder arthroscopy, surgeons use much smaller incisions so patients experience less pain, less scarring and faster recovery.
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Our board-certified urology team are all clinical assistant professors of urologic surgery at the University of Iowa. They have more than 60 years of combined experience, including a fellowship in laparoscopy, minimally invasive surgery and robotic surgery. They have contributed to numerous publications, presentations and research and have served as faculty or speakers at conferences across the country. Together, they deliver the highest-quality urologic care for our patients.
Ankle Surgery
Dr. Scott M. Donohoe is a highly skilled and experienced podiatrist practicing at Mason City Clinic since 2005. He is certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Read More
Bunion Surgery
Garner woman gets back to active life quicker after having a new & innovative bunion surgery, performed only at the Mason City Clinic.
Joint Replacement
When arthritis, chronic illness or traumatic injury damages your shoulder, causes constant pain and limits your range of motion, you should consider joint replacement. The best way to relieve pain and restore function to the shoulder when other treatments have failed is a shoulder joint replacement. We can replace the entire shoulder joint or just part of it using full or partial prostheses (artificial joints).
Ear Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Bunions
Jane Peterson 68, of Garner Iowa loves to golf, but it was getting harder and harder to do it with the bunions she had on each foot. “My feet would just get tired much sooner when I was golfing. And I was working full time at a factory, standing all day on a cement floor which became very painful. I just wanted to get my feet into shape by retirement so I could continue to play golf comfortably and be active with my 10 grandkids,” said Jane. Read More
Vascular Surgery
Jaime is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She is a member of the Academy of Doctoral Physician Assistants, Association if Physician Assistants in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, American Association of Surgical Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Vasectomy
Our urologists perform the latest, state-of-the-art no-scalpel vasectomies, medical sterilization procedures for men who are sure they no longer want children. Vasectomy is over 99 percent effective at sterilization and lasts permanently. The simple surgery is performed in the office or clinic. The surgeons cut or block off the small tubes in the scrotum that carry sperm so the sperm cannot leave the body and cause pregnancy. The procedure can be done in a matter of minutes, either with an incision or with the no-scalpel, no-cut method, and the patient can go home that day.
Robotic Surgery
Hernias are extremely common and occur when soft tissue bulges through a weak spot in the groin or stomach or a surgical incision. The five main types of hernias are inguinal, femoral, umbilical, incisional and hiatal. Inguinal hernias occur in the inner groin while femoral hernias occur in the outer groin. Umbilical hernias occur at the navel or belly button while hiatal hernias occur in the upper stomach, and incisional hernias occur around surgical incisions. Common symptoms are bulges, swelling and pain, yet some cases have no symptoms. All hernias should be treated because they will not go away on their own and often get worse. The surgeons at Mason City Clinic use both open and minimally invasive robotic surgery to repair or remove hernias.
Arthroscopy
Arthroscopic surgery of the knee is a minimally invasive procedure performed by an orthopedic surgeon using arthroscopic instruments, small incisions and precision surgical techniques. Many professional athletes have undergone knee arthroscopy to repair tendon and ligament tears to the ACL, MCL, meniscus and PCL.
Otolaryngology
Dr. Lee received his Medical Doctorate in May 2016 from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in Iowa, and completed his residency in Otolaryngology at the University of Iowa – Hospital and Clinics. Read More
Ingrown Toenails
A bunion is a common condition that involves an abnormal, bony bump at the base of the big toe, causing the joint to swell outward and become painful. The big toe may also turn inward toward the second toe as a result of the enlarged joint, which can then lead to difficulty walking, ingrown toenails and corns and calluses. A bunion can form when there is an improper balance of forces exerted on the joints of the foot, causing instability in the joint of the big toe.
Hip Replacement
Sometimes the best way to relieve pain and restore function to a joint is for an orthopedic surgeon to replace all or part of it with prosthesis (an artificial joint). Hip replacement prostheses are intended to restore function to the joint and relieve pain associated with arthritis, other chronic conditions, or traumatic injury. Prostheses are designed to move like a regular joint. They are made of durable plastic and metal parts that fit together snugly but glide smoothly. The hip replacement pieces are shaped like the structures they replace – for example, the damaged bones in a ball-and-socket joint of a hip or shoulder are replaced with a metal ball and plastic socket. They are held to the surrounding bone either with a locking mechanism or with special bone cement.
Knee Replacement
Initially Suzanne got cortisone shots in both of her knees from Dr. Jones to alleviate the pain. It seemed to work in her right knee, but the pain in her left knee returned quickly. So it was at that point that Suzanne and Dr. Jones together agreed that getting a total knee replacement in her left knee would be the best solution to her extreme pain and continued difficulty walking.
Knee Arthroscopy
Laparoscopy
Reconstructive Surgery
Our highly skilled surgeons at Mason City Clinic have helped thousands of women beat breast cancer. Within 24 hours of your diagnosis, a surgeon will sit with you to discuss a course of action to remove the cancer and your options for reconstructive surgery, if needed. You may be scared, but with our experienced multidisciplinary team of surgeons and coordinators, you’ll never be alone.

Plastic Surgeons

Botox
Brow Lift
Eyelid Surgery
Donna Drake lived with a growing basal cell skin cancer (the most common skin cancer) on her lower eyelid for three years. A family practitioner at Franklin General Hospital recommended Mason City Clinic’s plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Dr. Mark Mulkey, who identified the cancer and performed the extremely delicate eyelid surgery to remove it and reconstruct her eyelid. Read More
Liposuction
Breast Augmentation
Rhinoplasty
Breast Reconstruction
Reconstructive procedures can correct physical abnormalities caused by accidents, disease and congenital defects, helping patients enjoy full and normal lives. Our team has broad expertise in caring for children with birth defects and adults with breast reconstruction, skin cancer removal and treatment of complex hand injuries, to name but a few. Our plastic and reconstructive procedures focus on the face, breasts, body and skin.
Plastic Surgery
Patients who choose plastic surgery can look forward to gaining self-confidence and a sense of well-being from looking, feeling and functioning at their best. For those who wish to enhance their appearance, today’s cosmetic procedures offer the opportunity to sculpt physical features and improve self-esteem.
Thigh Lift
Face Lift
Blepharoplasty
Abdominoplasty
Renee’s surgeon referred her to Dr. Rene Recinos, a board certified plastics & reconstructive surgeon. Said Renee, “Dr. Recinos and I talked and he suggested that in addition to the removal of my loose hanging skin and fat from around my waist or “belt” line, I may want to consider an abdominoplasty or ‘tummy tuck’ as well. He said he could do both procedures at the same time under the same anesthesia.”
Hammertoe Surgery
Body Lift
Bariatric Surgery
Our physicians can provide consultation to those patients who have had bariatric surgery in the past and are not satisfied or are having continued symptoms.
Forehead Lift

Skin Cancer
Skin cancer frequently occurs on the head and face, areas that are typically uncovered and exposed to the sun’s harmful rays. Our physicians are experts in skin cancer excision (removal) procedures. Treatment is based on the type of skin cancer. Melanoma is the most serious and deadly type of skin cancer. Squamous cell cancer, though much less likely to be deadly, is still a serious type, followed by basal cell carcinoma, which is unlikely to be life-threatening but still requires treatment. It rarely spreads to other parts of the body. This type of skin cancer has a high cure rate. When untreated, basal cell carcinomas can become large enough to cause disfigurement. In rare cases, basal cell carcinoma can spread to other parts of the body and become life-threatening.
Corns
Hammertoes are an abnormal “V”-shaped bending of the little toes. Caused by stiffened tendons, hammertoes often form because of a muscle imbalance, arthritis, a hereditary condition, an injury or tight shoes that squeeze the toes. They may be flexible (the toes can still be moved at the damaged joint) or rigid (the toes are immobile). Many people with hammertoes develop swelling, redness, stiffness or painful corns or calluses as the toes rub against the inside of the shoes.
Cyst
Ulcer
Kathleen Hanna, 60, is a mother of four, grandmother of nine and a para-assistant at Forest City Elementary School. “I had heartburn with regurgitation for 40 years, have had an ulcer, and have been on heartburn medication for about that long too.” Having been on heartburn medication for many years her physician was becoming worried that it was affecting the function of her kidneys. Read More
Calluses
Lesions
Shawn’s experience, gained by assisting in the operating room for many years, allows her to efficiently coordinate postoperative care in her clinics. She is skilled in total body screening for skin cancer and benign lesions. She is well-versed in the initial workup and nonoperative management of hand conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, ganglions and trigger finger.
Chemical Peels
Microdermabrasion

Physical Therapists

Sports Medicine
A fracture is a break or crack in a bone that occurs when the bone cannot withstand outside forces, often as a result of trauma or disease. Fracture, break and crack all refer to the same thing. Fractures can range from a small crack in the bone to complete separation. Hip fractures are often caused by falls, motor vehicle accidents or sports injuries. Normal activities can also cause fractures for people at a higher risk, including those with low bone density (osteoporosis), bone tumors, cancer or brittle bone disease (osteogenesis imperfecta).
Physical Therapy
An epidural steroid injection is a minimally invasive procedure that can help relieve pain caused by herniated disc or spinal stenosis. Medicines are delivered to the spinal nerve through the epidural space, the area between the protective covering of the spinal cord and vertebrae. Steroids work by reducing swelling and inflammation of injured tissue. The goal is to reduce pain so that you may resume normal activities and a physical therapy program.
Occupational Therapy
“I went to the hand therapist, Deb, at Mason City Clinic – who is awesome. Then I did occupational therapy at Franklin General Hospital in Hampton, and my occupational therapist there, Diana, was great too.
Frozen Shoulder
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a common condition that causes pain and stiffness in the shoulder as a result of a tightening or thickening of the capsule that protects the structures of the shoulder. Although the specific cause of this condition is not known, it most often occurs after recent immobilization of the joint or as a complication of diabetes.
Heel Pain
Manual Therapy
Our CHT has the skills and experience needed to treat virtually any upper extremity problem using specialized, hands-on manual therapy skills. She also works with our plastic and reconstructive surgery hand specialists and receives referrals from many different specialists in our network. We deliver compassionate, patient-centered care and convenience from one easily accessible location right here in Mason City.
Geriatrics
Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy

General Podiatry
Our podiatry department specializes in diagnosing and treating all disorders and conditions of the feet. Feet problems can affect people of all ages, but they are most common in older people, diabetics and athletes. Podiatrists provide medical and surgical treatment of foot conditions that are caused by injury, disease or genetics. Each foot contains 26 bones, 33 joints and 100s of ligaments, muscles and tendons that are all under frequent pressure from daily activities. This puts the foot at high risk for injury and other damage. Seventy-five percent of Americans will experience foot problems at some point in their lives. Because the foot is such an important part of our daily lives, it often requires specialized care from a podiatrist. Foot problems can affect the bones, joints, muscles or skin of the area, all of which are highly susceptible to damage.
Ankle Sprain
People with diabetes are at high risk for developing problems with their feet. More than half of diabetics lose sensation in their feet due to nerve or blood vessel damage, and they can hurt themselves without knowing it. To make things worse, diabetes slows healing and weakens the immune system, so what may seem like an inconsequential injury can quickly become a major problem. Even the smallest foot and ankle injuries such as a blister or ingrown toenail can lead to infection and tissue death.
Bunions Problems
Jane Peterson 68, of Garner Iowa loves to golf, but it was getting harder and harder to do it with the bunions she had on each foot. “My feet would just get tired much sooner when I was golfing. And I was working full time at a factory, standing all day on a cement floor which became very painful. I just wanted to get my feet into shape by retirement so I could continue to play golf comfortably and be active with my 10 grandkids,” said Jane.
Calluses
Diabetic Foot Care
Hammertoes
I work on my feet about five hours most days as a checker at a grocery store. The hammertoe next to my baby toe on my left foot was so bad it was pushing my baby toe sideways. It was really started to bother me, and it was very uncomfortable to stand and walk on. So I went to Dr. Donohoe to have it looked at and ultimately had the surgery to fix it.
Heel Pain
Ingrown Toenails
An ingrown toenail is a common condition that involves the corner of the toenail growing into the skin of the toe, causing pain, swelling and infection. This can occur as a result of wearing shoes that are too small or tight, cutting the toenails too short, injury to the toenail or a naturally curved toenail. While this condition can affect any toe, it most commonly affects the big toe. If left untreated, an ingrown toenail is likely to develop an infection and may even require surgery to remove the nail.
Plantar Fasciitis
There is a ligament along the bottom of the foot called the plantar fascia that stretches from the heel to the base of the toes. If the ligament is forced to stretch beyond its limit, it may become inflamed and result in heel pain. This condition is called plantar fasciitis. Patients often complain of discomfort in the heel, the arch of the foot or the back of the leg when walking.
Podiatric Surgery
Orthotics are shoe inserts that correct the way the foot moves while standing, walking, running or playing a sport. In addition to making these activities more comfortable and efficient, orthotics treat problems with the feet, ankles, knees, hips or back that are due to abnormal movements of one or both feet. They offer a conservative yet effective approach to treating certain foot and ankle problems and controlling movement after foot surgery.

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