Common surgeries people ask about
- Bunion correction
- Hammertoe correction
- Ankle ligament repair for chronic instability
- Ankle arthroscopy or fusion
- Achilles tendon procedures
- Neuroma removal and heel surgery
Questions worth asking before surgery
- What exactly is the diagnosis, and how was it confirmed?
- Which nonsurgical treatments have been tried, and for how long?
- What is the goal of surgery: less pain, better function, or both?
- How long will I be off my foot, in a boot, or off work?
- What are the main risks, and what happens if I wait?
What the visit includes
Dr. Rashid reviews your records and imaging, examines you, and walks through the recommended procedure, the alternatives, and what recovery typically involves. He trained in a three-year podiatric medicine and surgery residency with the added Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery credential. You decide what to do next and where.
What to bring
- Office notes from the surgeon who recommended the procedure
- Imaging reports, and the images on disc or by portal link if you have them
- A list of treatments you've already tried
- Your questions
Records can also be faxed ahead to 603-825-5332.
Which visit to book
Book the Second Opinion ($349).