Serving the ASHEVILLE, NC community, PHILIP FONTENOT is a M.D. specializing in Ankle Replacement, Achilles Repair. PHILIP evaluates and treats patients with foot and ankle injuries, deformities, and conditions requiring surgical or non-surgical management.
Board-certified Orthopedic Surgeons are specialists in the surgical management of musculoskeletal conditions. With 5 years of residency training and often additional fellowship specialization, they perform ankle replacements, tendon repairs, reconstructive procedures, and minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery.
Contact PHILIP FONTENOT at (828) 258-8800 to schedule a consultation about ankle replacement or other foot and ankle procedures.
Total ankle replacement (arthroplasty) replaces a damaged ankle joint with metal and plastic components, preserving natural ankle motion unlike ankle fusion. Modern implants last 10-15+ years and are ideal for patients with severe ankle arthritis who want to maintain mobility.
Achilles tendon repair surgery reconnects a torn Achilles tendon — the largest and strongest tendon in the body. Both open and minimally invasive (percutaneous) techniques are available. Early repair gives the best outcomes, with most patients returning to full activity in 6-12 months.
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Costs vary by provider, insurance, and case complexity. Contact PHILIP FONTENOT at (828) 258-8800 for a consultation.
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