At Southern Orthopedic Specialists, we know that foot and ankle pain can make even the simplest daily activities difficult. Foot and ankle problems can develop from sports injuries, arthritis, fractures, tendon disorders, or everyday wear and tear, often making it difficult to stay active and perform routine daily activities. Our Online Guide to Foot & Ankle Care was created to provide patients with valuable information about foot and ankle conditions, treatment options, recovery, and injury prevention.

If foot or ankle pain, an injury, or a chronic condition is affecting your mobility and quality of life, our doctors provide comprehensive orthopedic care tailored to your individual needs. Our team includes orthopedic surgeons Dr. Mark Awantang, Dr. Ryan Cotton, and Dr. Chad Mitchell as well as primary care sports medicine specialist Dr. Michael Noble. Each of our foot and ankle doctors offers advanced treatment options focused on relieving pain, restoring movement, and helping patients return to the activities they enjoy most.

At Southern Orthopedic Specialists, we are committed to delivering patient-centered care supported by education, communication, and individualized treatment planning. We work closely with every patient to identify the source of their symptoms and develop a treatment approach based on their lifestyle, goals, and long-term health.

Through our Online Guide to Foot & Ankle Care, patients can access resources about common foot and ankle conditions, treatment recommendations, rehabilitation information, surgical and nonsurgical care options, and answers to frequently asked questions. Our goal is to help patients feel informed and prepared throughout every stage of treatment and recovery.

Expert Foot & Ankle Care

Our foot and ankle doctors offer patients access to appointments Monday through Friday. Before your appointment, new patients will be asked to complete forms that include medical history, demographic information, and insurance details. Any available diagnostic imaging, including X-rays, CT scans, or MRIs, may also be reviewed by your doctor to assist in developing an accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plan.

To schedule an appointment with one of our foot and ankle doctors, please call 850-785-4344 or request an appointment online.