Austin/Akin Bunionectomy - Part 1 with Audio Voice Over

This is an Austin/Akin bunionectomy with screw fixation of both osteotomies. This is my standard procedure for a moderate bunion deformity. The patient is allowed full weight bearing with a cast boot post-operatively. This is for 4 weeks, then the patient is allowed to wear a gym shoe. Full bone healing takes 12 weeks, therefore the patient is limited to low impact activities until that time. This is a very commonly done procedure.

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• podiatrist
• Dr. Patrick DeHeer
• podiatric surgeon
• bunion
• bunion surgery
• big toe surgery
• Hoosier Foot & Ankle
• foot surgeon

[RandyRhoadsfan95]

have you ever encountered a patient with severs disease?

[padeheer]

@RandyRhoadsfan95 Yes that is a very common problem in kids, especially those who are active. Best Wishes.

Dr. Patrick A. DeHeer, DPM

[d00d00dumb87]

Ok my bunion is similar to that size and it Hurts! Does anybody know how much this will cost to get done?

[padeheer]

@d00d00dumb87 The cost is something that is dependent upon your insurance plan primarily, therefore the cost is best determined by contacting your insurance company.

Best wishes,

Dr. Patrick A. DeHeer, DPM

[d00d00dumb87]

@padeheer the problem is my insurance doesnt cover anything below the ankles . so if i were to pay out of pocket what is the avegrage cost ? thanks.

[padeheer]

@d00d00dumb87 For a cash basis you probably could get the whole thing done for about 5-6 thousand dollars. Hope this helps.

Best wishes,

Dr. Patrick A. DeHeer, DPM

[padeheer]

@MsSuperSuicide Not sure what you are saying, best wishes.

Dr. Patrick A. DeHeer, DPM

[padeheer]

@Skabur123 Dermaclose and wound Vacs are used for ulcerations, I did not see the video you are speaking of. Most commonly these are diabetic foot wounds. I hope this helps. Best wishes.

Dr. Patrick A. DeHeer, DPM

[EarthH2oLuma]

Dr. Patrick, thanks for the information. Best wishes.