Welcome to the 3D Bunion Center of AZ
Our Philosophy
Empathy and Understanding
Experience compassionate care and unparalleled expertise at the Phoenix Foot and Ankle Institute. Dr. Jeffrey McAlister, a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon, specializes in advanced foot and ankle reconstruction. With a passion for patient care and extensive education from the University of Iowa and Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Dr. McAlister brings relief and improves the quality of life for individuals in Scottsdale and Phoenix, Arizona. Trust Arizona’s Premier 3D Bunion Expert for all your foot and ankle needs.
Enhancing Lives with Compassionate Care
Experience compassionate, advanced foot and ankle reconstruction services from Dr. Jeffrey McAlister, Arizona’s Premier 3D Bunion Expert. Our dedicated team in Scottsdale and Phoenix, AZ, brings relief and enhances well-being with specialized podiatric medicine and surgery. Trust in our expertise and compassionate care for a better quality of life.
About Dr. McAlister
Jeffrey McAlister, DPM, FACFAS, is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon, who specializes in advanced foot and ankle reconstruction with offices in Scottsdale and Phoenix, Arizona.
Dr. McAlister’s passion for patient care began at the University of Iowa, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in 2004, before garnering an interest in podiatric medicine and surgery during his time at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine.
Since his days as a podiatric medical student, Dr. McAlister has gone on to continue his education whenever possible. He completed a rigorous residency training in the northern Virginia suburbs through the INOVA Fairfax Hospital Podiatric Residency program, where he received specialized training in foot and ankle trauma, adult and pediatric reconstruction, and diabetic limb salvage.
Some of Dr. McAlister’s rotations during his time in the program included internal medicine, infectious diseases, vascular surgery, emergency medicine, and general surgery.
Under the mentorship of prominent doctors like John Steinberg DPM and Chris Attinger MD, Dr. McAlister even served as chief resident for the limb salvage service at Georgetown University Hospital during that time.
Dr. Jeffrey E. McAlister is honored to be one of only a few podiatric surgeons in the United States that has completed a 12 month surgical fellowship at the prestigious Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Center in Columbus, Ohio. This is a unique fellowship that trains both Podiatric and Orthopedic Surgeons. This advanced surgical training focused on foot and ankle trauma, reconstruction as well as total ankle replacement. This was completed in Columbus, Ohio under the direction of Christopher Hyer, DPM, Gregory Berlet MD, Thomas Lee MD and Terrence Philbin DO and was affiliated with Grant Medical Hospital and The Ohio State University. This is the same type of fellowship that MD/DO orthopedic surgeons complete if they wish to sub-specialize in the foot and ankle.
As a fellow member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and national speaker and peer educator, Dr. McAlister is passionate about technological advances in the foot and ankle field, specifically in educating patients on the advantages of primary and revision total ankle arthroplasty.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction procedure?
Lapiplasty® is an advanced bunion correction procedure that addresses all three dimensions of the deformity, unlike traditional methods which typically correct in only two dimensions. This method aims to stabilize the unstable joint at the root cause of the bunion, reducing the risk of recurrence significantly
How does the recovery process from Lapiplasty® surgery work?
Recovery typically involves a brief period of non-weight bearing followed by a gradual increase in activity. Patients may begin to bear weight in a walking boot within a few days, transition to comfortable shoes around six weeks, and resume most activities within four to six months
What makes the Lapiplasty® procedure different from traditional bunion surgery?
Unlike traditional bunion surgeries that focus on bone shaving or cutting and shifting (osteotomy), Lapiplasty® corrects the bunion in three dimensions, addressing the root cause of the deformity and reducing the risk of recurrence
What are the potential complications associated with Lapiplasty® surgery?
As with any surgical procedure, there are risks involved. However, the Lapiplasty® procedure, when performed by a trained surgeon, has been shown to have a low rate of complications such as non-union or hardware failure
What kind of anesthesia is used during the Lapiplasty® procedure?
The surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the procedure
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