Lance Silverman, MD - Phoenix Foot & Ankle Surgeon

Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Scottsdale, AZ

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Jul 06 2020

Study Shows Patients Often Overconfident In Their Foot Surgeon

One of the biggest things we preach during the preoperative consultation stage is that patients need to have appropriate expectations for the upcoming procedure. We are very skilled at what we do and we’ll do everything in our power to help address your injuries, but know that we do not have a magic wand. Depending […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Surgery, Treatment · Tagged: ankle, ankle surgery, foot, foot surgery, surgery expectations

Dec 10 2019

Will My Ankle Ever Be The Same After Surgery?

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One of the most frequently asked questions we hear in our office when discussing surgery with a patient is in regards to how their ankle will feel after surgery and recovery have taken place. Many people want to know “Will their ankle ever be the same,” or “Will my ankle feel normal again after surgery?” […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Surgery · Tagged: ankle surgery, ankle surgery recovery, life after ankle surgery, recovering after ankle surgery

Jul 23 2019

What To Do If You’ve Been Told You Need Surgery

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If you’ve been told that you need surgery, you probably have a number of different thoughts running through your head. That’s completely normal, but it’s also important that you take a deep breath and mentally prepare for the road ahead. Knowing how to navigate the surgical process can help ensure you experience the best results. […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Foot Injury, Surgery · Tagged: ankle surgery, foot surgery, Surgery, surgery tips

Jun 04 2019

Managing Pain After Foot or Ankle Surgery

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We know that our job as a medical care team doesn’t end once the surgery is over. We want to ensure that you have the best recovery possible, and that begins with a comprehensive pain management plan. It’s not as easy as prescribing a heavy painkiller to numb the pain, because opioids can lead to […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Foot Injury, Surgery · Tagged: ankle surgery, bone healing, bone healing after surgery, nsaids, Surgery

Apr 17 2019

How To Best Recover After Foot Or Ankle Surgery

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Whether you’re getting ready for a more in-depth open operation or a minimally invasive debridement surgery, you’re going to have to commit to your rehabilitation once you’re discharged from the surgical center if you want to make the best recovery. But how can you go about ensuring that you’re doing everything to maximize your recovery […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Education, Rehab, Surgery · Tagged: ankle surgery, foot, foot surgery, foot surgery recovery, recovery

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Dr. Lance Silverman is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon, with specialty training in the management of conditions of the ankle and foot. Read More…

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The information contained on this site is intended to provide only general education about foot & ankle surgery and conditions. It should NOT be regarded as diagnostic, treatment or any other type of specific medical advice to anyone. On this site, Dr. Silverman periodically provides assessments and commentary on specific procedures that individuals have undergone. These assessments do not indicate that Dr. Silverman has performed these specific surgeries. Individuals should always consult a licensed and qualified health care provider for evaluation, diagnosis and treatment recommendations regarding their specific medical problems.

Pima Center Clinic

8405 North Pima Center Parkway
Suite 101
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Arcadia Clinic

3033 North 44th Street
Suite 100
Phoenix, AZ 85018

High Street Clinic

5355 East High Street
Suite 113
Phoenix, AZ 85054

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Dr. Silverman provides orthopedic ankle and foot care throughout Arizona, including the cities of: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Pima Center, Arcadia, High Street, Paradise Valley, Fountain Hills, Gilbert, and more!

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