The Benefits of Locking Plates for Foot and Ankle Surgery
A colleague shared an opinion about locking plates for orthopedic surgery, “the most significant advancement in 25 years.”. His comment coincided with my opinion about locking plates after 20 years of practice.
I wrote a blog post at Podiatry Today about the ways locking plates offer change for the outcome of any type of foot surgery, whether forefoot or other types of foot and ankle surgery.
A patient, going into the process of foot surgery, may not be professionally informed about the parts and pieces for adding plates or screws. In my opinion, using locking plates gives my patients at Hoosier Foot and Ankle a lead on a good result.
That is my responsibility to be as informed and skilled as I can possibly be for the successful experience of my patients. I am also interested in informing other practitioners so that they may provide the best for their patients. The blog post at Podiatry Today is straight forward, more interesting and informative to other podiatrists, to be sure. It is my intention that professional podiatry have information about processes that have been successful (or not successful) for me.
Additionally, I’m happy that I have learned the benefits of applying locking plates in the procedures that I perform for my patients.
Hoosier Foot & Ankle Opens 5th Office in Greenwood, IN
Hoosier Foot & Ankle and Dr. Patrick DeHeer will now be treating patients at an additional podiatry office in Greenwood, Indiana. If you are looking for a Greenwood, IN podiatrist please visit our website for more information.
Haiti Pre-Earthquake | Was that the Good Old Days?
Along with many other generous people, we had a heart for the folks in Haiti before the tragic earthquake that caused so much damage a few months ago.
For Haiti, it wasn’t some little thing that happened “a few months ago”, their need was great before and it remains great. The people meet each day with the brave dignity of survivors.
Haiti is still very much on my heart and mind every day along as I treat patients at the Indiana clinics of Hoosier Foot and Ankle. I stay in touch with colleagues who are onsite in Haiti working to deliver wound care and meet other needs. While they work, we know the rest of the world has not forgotten, but each and every caring person is performing tasks at their location, perhaps to earn so they can give. Or perhaps to produce something that benefits more people than our friends in Haiti.
We were with Haiti at WoundCareHaiti.org before the earthquake and we will stay with Haiti. You can learn more at the link or ask me about the Haiti mission at your next appointment. Haiti is one of my favorite topics.
Being Here for Patients | Past, Current and Future
A few months ago I wrote a blog post at PodiatryToday.com about how valuable a website has been for my practice and patients. As a patient, to having a website where you can learn more about Hoosier Foot and Ankle through profiles and this blog helps you choose where you get your foot care.
If you are a past patient, you know we are still here, offering the same quality and stable service that you have always experienced. If you are a current patient, you are familiar with the Haiti mission (WoundCareHaiti.org) and the multiple locations, plus the information that can be downloaded if it is applicable to your needs. As a new or potential patient, you are learning quickly that our intention is to offer convenience for you by putting new patient information packets online. That way, you don’t have any surprises when you come to an appointment. Often, valuable information that Hoosier Foot and Ankle will need to provide you with the best of care takes awhile to gather. Being able to access that packet is our first gesture toward your needs.
I’ve been branching out into social media to make my presence online easier for you to contact. This month, I’m taking that effort even further. I know very well that the majority of my patients are internet savvy and are looking for practical information online. I’ve been writing articles and posts at recognized podiatry sites for quite some time. While I can deliver in person patient service in the Indianapolis area, I enjoy being able to share information with people who have an interest or need who live in other parts of the country.
Frankly, it’s not all about patients. Being in contact with colleagues through the Internet is a great pleasure for me. That contact can lead to more learning and greater skill which benefits my podiatry patients even more.
