American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

Founded in 1942, our organization has grown into a leading specialty medical society with over 8,000 members dedicated to advancing foot and ankle care. We provide comprehensive continuing medical education programs for foot and ankle surgeons while serving as a trusted resource for patient education on foot health. Our members undergo rigorous training, including four years of podiatric medical school, multi-year residencies, and board certification through the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. We maintain FootHealthFacts.org, a HONcode-certified website offering reliable information on foot and ankle conditions developed by our expert contributors. Our team works tirelessly to ensure both medical professionals and patients have access to the most current, evidence-based practices in foot and ankle care.

Through our physician search tools, we help connect patients with qualified specialists across the country. We emphasize preventive care, early disease detection, and comprehensive treatment options for patients of all ages. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our members' extensive surgical experience and dedication to ongoing professional development. We collaborate with healthcare providers to improve patient outcomes through better understanding of foot health connections to systemic conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Our organization remains at the forefront of promoting safe, effective foot and ankle care practices through research, education, and public awareness initiatives.