Question
This has been recommended for me by a podiatrist.  What is done during the surgery?  How invasive is it?  What are the chances of post-op complications?  If there is still pain following the surgery would it need to be revised or should I get a second opinion from an orthopaedic surgeon?  Do orthopaedic surgeons perform this Slide Back Surgery?  Do they call it something different?  Any help, guidance or references would be greatly appreciated.  Thank you kindly.

Answer
This Chicago & Elmhurst Podiatrist says.......

Dear Kevin
The procedure is appropriate for a long second metatarsal.
All surgery is invasive-but usually a well trained podiatrist uses smaller incisions.
All pros and cons of the surgery, including the success rate and what is done in case of a failure should be discussed with you in person. This is known as informed consent.Your podiatrist should be having this talk with you now
Healing times vary according to your activity level, if you are a smoker, if there is physical therapy post-op(recommended), etc..
Skip the appointment with the orthopedic surgeon and go see another good Board Certified Podiatrist if you are not quite happy with your current podiatrist.
The training difference in the foot & ankle is HUGE.To be Board Certified in Surgery of the Foot & Ankle as a Podiatrist there are more than 75 cases sent in for the exam. The orthopedic surgeon may send in a Maximum of 12 case-usually less.
The orthopedic surgeon who has done a Foot & Ankle Fellowship has equivalent foot & ankle training as a board certified podiatrist.
Hope This Helps
Good Luck!

Dr George Tsatsos & Svetlana Zats
Podiatrist Chicago 60618 & Elmhurst 60126 Podiatrists
Board Certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery & Orthopedics
New South Loop Location-Chicago 60661
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