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Should i see my orthopedic doctor again or a podiatrist for my post tib, fhl, and peroneal tendonitis? i think i may need to be i'm a boot.

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Dr. Richard Taddeo answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Either or: Both can get you in a walking boot or treat that issue

Dr Mahnensmith and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/24/2014

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