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Bone spur ankle surgeon or podiatrist?

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Either: Either could handle the problem.

Answered 3/20/2019

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Either: A podiatrist can be an ankle surgeon, you likely meant podiatrist or orthopedist, either can help you.

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Answered 2/15/2013

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Depends on location: It depends on the location of the spur. The scope of practice for a podiatrist may vary from one state to another.

Answered 3/30/2014

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