What is Achilles Surgery?

Surgery to repair a torn (ruptured) Achilles tendon is conducted on an outpatient basis using a local anesthetic. It involves making an incision or cut in the back of the leg above the heel to access the torn tendon. The tendon is then sewn back together. Surgery may be delayed for about one week after ...

Dr. William Spielfogel – Foot Surgeon

Dr. William Spielfogel – Foot Surgeon Dr. William Spielfogel, of Hamilton Podiatry, is a published author of several scientific papers and chapters in medical textbooks. He co-chairs the New York State Podiatric Medical Association’s clinical conference in New York City, which provides continuing medical education in foot and ankle surgery and medicine to over 1,000 ...