Lance Silverman, MD - Phoenix Foot & Ankle Surgeon

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Jan 04 2020

Could Music In The Operating Room Boost Surgeon’s Skill?

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New research published in the International Journal of Surgery found that a surgeon’s performance in the operating room could be significantly boosted by listening to classical music during surgery. According to the research out of Dundee University, many surgeons and patients saw benefits when classical music was played during a surgical operation. The study looked at […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Uncategorized · Tagged: music, music during surgery, Surgery, surgery music

Oct 15 2019

4 Things To Know Before Foot Surgery

Foot surgery can be just what the doctor ordered in terms of getting you back to living a pain-free life, but that doesn’t mean it’s something you should rush into. Before you go under the knife, you’re going to want to know some things about the procedure and your recovery. In today’s blog, we share […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Education, Foot Injury, Surgery · Tagged: foot surgery, know before surgery, pre-op foot surgery tips, 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

Jul 03 2018

Painful Foot Hardware After Surgery

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Screws, rods, plates and other types of hardware are all regularly used to stabilize fracture sites so bones in your feet can heal correctly. However, since their isn’t a lot of built in padding in our feet, some people complain that their hardware is uncomfortable or downright painful after a surgical operation. Below, we explain […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Injury prevention, Treatment · Tagged: foot hardware, Surgery, surgery hardware, surgical hardware

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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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