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402nsive-foot-and-ankle-fellowship-at-penn-medicine" id="isPasted">Bucks County Orthopedic Specialists (BCOS) Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Fellowship at Penn Medicine Doylestown Health</a><br>Warrington, Pennsylvania<br>Program Director: Andrew Peacock, DPM, FACFAS&nbsp;</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><a data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="5d2f86c82aa7ff21c632cc3b" href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/orthopaedic-associates-foot-and-ankle-surgical-fellowship" id="isPasted" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Orthopaedic Associates Foot and Ankle Surgical Fellowship</a><br><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Evansville, Indiana</span><br>Program Director: Charles Sisovsky, DPM, FACFAS&nbsp;</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><a href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/advent-health-foot-ankle-surgery-fellowship" id="isPasted">Advent Health Innovative Foot &amp; Ankle Surgery Fellowship<br></a>Trinity, Florida<br>Program Director: Ronald D. Troxell, DPM, FACFAS&nbsp;<br><br></p><p class="x_MsoNormal">In addition, five new fellowship applicants have been granted Conditional Status* with the College:</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><a href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/university-hospitals-community" id="isPasted">University Hospitals Community Consortium - Advanced Foot and Ankle Surgery Fellowship</a><br>Chardon, Ohio<br>Program Director: Jacqueline Donovan, DPM, FACFAS* &nbsp;</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><a href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/texas-gulf-coast-reconstructive-foot-and-ankle-fellowship" id="isPasted">Texas Gulf Coast Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Fellowship (TGCRFAF)</a><br>Houston, Texas<br>Program Director: Mark Moss, DPM, FACFAS*&nbsp;</p><p id="isPasted"><a href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/southern-california-advanced-reconstructive-fellowship">Southern California Advanced Reconstructive Fellowship</a><br>Palm Desert, California<br>Program Directors: Jered Stowers, DPM, FACFAS*</p><p><a href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/ut-southwestern-foot-ankle-reconstructive-surgery-fellowship">UT Southwestern Foot &amp; Ankle Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship</a><br>Dallas, Texas<br>Program Director: Michael VanPelt, DPM, MHA, FACFAS*</p><p><a href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/the-las-vegas-orthopaedic-foot-and-ankle-fellowship">The Las Vegas Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Fellowship</a><br>Las Vegas, Nevada<br>Program Director: Troy Watson, MD*</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><em>*All new Conditional Status programs are considered for Recognized Status with ACFAS after they have received status and the first fellow successfully completes the program.</em></p><p class="x_MsoNormal">ACFAS highly recommends taking on a specialized fellowship for the continuation of foot and ankle surgical education after residency. If you are considering a fellowship, see our <a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="13" href="http://acfas.org/FellowshipListing" title="http://acfas.org/FellowshipListing"><strong>complete listing</strong></a> of programs and minimal requirements.</p></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="fhi0g-0-0"><br></div></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="djhv4" data-offset-key="8mjmg-0-0"><br></div>        </p>
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419<div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="djhv4" data-offset-key="1sa4r-0-0" id="isPasted"><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="djhv4" data-offset-key="9l197-0-0" id="isPasted"><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="2vi8l-0-0" id="isPasted"><p class="x_MsoNormal" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody" id="isPasted">The ACFAS Fellowship Committee recently determined the following four fellowship programs have had successful first years matriculating fellows, allowing their status with ACFAS to be upgraded to full, Recognized Status:</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0" href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/fort-wayne-foot-ankle-fellowship" title="https://www.acfas.org/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/fort-wayne-foot-ankle-fellowship"><strong>Fort Wayne Foot and Ankle Fellowship</strong></a><br>Fort Wayne, Indiana<br>Program Director: Cage Caudell, DPM, FACFAS</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1" href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/michigan-advanced-foot-and-ankle-reconstructive-surgery-fellowship" title="https://www.acfas.org/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/michigan-advanced-foot-and-ankle-reconstructive-surgery-fellowship"><strong>Michigan Advanced Foot and Ankle Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship</strong></a><br>Lansing, Michigan<br>Program Director: Karl Dunn, DPM, FACFAS</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2" href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/michigan-minimal-invasive-and-reconstructive-foot-and-ankle-surgery-fellowship" title="https://www.acfas.org/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/michigan-minimal-invasive-and-reconstructive-foot-and-ankle-surgery-fellowship"><strong>Michigan Minimal Invasive and Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery Fellowship</strong></a><br>Clinton Township, Michigan<br>Program Director: Brian Loder, DPM, FACFAS</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="3" href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/premier-orthopaedic-and-sports-medicine-foot-and-ankle-surgery-fellowship" title="https://www.acfas.org/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/premier-orthopaedic-and-sports-medicine-foot-and-ankle-surgery-fellowship"><strong>Premier Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Foot and Ankle Surgery Fellowship</strong></a><br>West Chester, Pennsylvania<br>Program Director: Spencer Monaco, DPM, FACFAS</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><br></p><p class="x_MsoNormal">In addition, nine new fellowship applicants have been granted Conditional Status* with the College:</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="4" href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/treasure-coast-reconstructive-foot-ankle-fellowship" title="https://www.acfas.org/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/treasure-coast-reconstructive-foot-ankle-fellowship"><strong>Treasure Coast Reconstructive Foot &amp; Ankle Fellowship<br></strong></a>Stuart, Florida<br>Program Director: Craig Breslauer, DPM, FACFAS</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="5" href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/penn-lower-extremity-plastic-and-reconstructive-surgery-fellowship" title="https://www.acfas.org/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/penn-lower-extremity-plastic-and-reconstructive-surgery-fellowship"><strong>Penn Lower Extremity Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship</strong></a><br>Philadelphia, Pennsylvania<br>Program Director: William &quot;Jake&quot; Brownell, III, DPM, FACFAS</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="6" href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/uab-advanced-podiatric-reconstruction-and-limb-salvage-fellowship" title="https://www.acfas.org/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/uab-advanced-podiatric-reconstruction-and-limb-salvage-fellowship"><strong>UAB Advanced Podiatric Reconstruction and Limb Salvage Fellowship<br></strong></a>Birmingham, Alabama<br>Program Director: Kyle Mauk, DPM, FACFAS</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="7" href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/precision-orthopaedic-specialties-advanced-foot-ankle-surgery-sports-medicine-fellowship" title="https://www.acfas.org/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/precision-orthopaedic-specialties-advanced-foot-ankle-surgery-sports-medicine-fellowship"><strong>Precision Orthopaedic Specialties Advanced Foot &amp; Ankle Surgery &amp; Sports Medicine Fellowship</strong></a><br>Chardon, Ohio<br>Program Director: Mark J. Mendeszoon, DPM, FACFAS</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="8" href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/bucks-county-orthopedic-specialists-(bcos)-comprehe
419nsive-foot-and-ankle-fellowship-at-penn-medicine" title="https://www.acfas.org/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/bucks-county-orthopedic-specialists-(bcos)-comprehensive-foot-and-ankle-fellowship-at-penn-medicine">Bucks County Orthopedic Specialists (BCOS) Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Fellowship at Penn Medicine</a></strong><br>Warrington, Pennsylvania<br>Program Director: Andrew Peacock, DPM, FACFAS</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="9" href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/dallas-advanced-foot-ankle-reconstruction-fellowship" title="https://www.acfas.org/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/dallas-advanced-foot-ankle-reconstruction-fellowship">Dallas Advanced Foot &amp; Ankle Reconstruction Fellowship</a></strong><br>Sunnyvale, Texas<br>Program Director: Calvin J. Rushing, DPM, FACFAS</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="10" href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/orthopedic-institute-of-pennsylvania-advanced-foot-and-ankle-fellowship" title="https://www.acfas.org/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/orthopedic-institute-of-pennsylvania-advanced-foot-and-ankle-fellowship">Orthopedic Institute of Pennsylvania: Advanced Foot and Ankle Fellowship</a></strong><br>Trinity, Florida<br>Program Director: Christopher H. Schank, DPM, MS, FACFAS&nbsp;</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="11" href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/hudson-valley-sports-and-reconstructive-foot-and-ankle-fellowship" title="https://www.acfas.org/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/hudson-valley-sports-and-reconstructive-foot-and-ankle-fellowship">Hudson Valley Sports and Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Fellowship</a></strong><br>West Nyack, New York<br>Program Director: Todd R. Stewart, DPM, FACFAS</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="12" href="/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/advent-health-foot-ankle-surgery-fellowship" title="https://www.acfas.org/professional-resources/fellowship-resources/advent-health-foot-ankle-surgery-fellowship"><strong>Advent Health Innovative Foot &amp; Ankle Surgery Fellowship<br></strong></a>Trinity, Florida<br>Program Director: Ronald D. Troxell, DPM, FACFAS*</p><p class="x_MsoNormal"><em>*All new Conditional Status programs are considered for Recognized Status with ACFAS after they have received status and the first fellow successfully completes the program.</em></p><p class="x_MsoNormal">ACFAS highly recommends taking on a specialized fellowship for the continuation of foot and ankle surgical education after residency. If you are considering a fellowship, see our <a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="13" href="http://acfas.org/FellowshipListing" title="http://acfas.org/FellowshipListing"><strong>complete listing</strong></a> of programs and minimal requirements.</p></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="fhi0g-0-0"><br></div></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="djhv4" data-offset-key="8mjmg-0-0"><br></div>        </p>
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436<div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="djhv4" data-offset-key="1sa4r-0-0" id="isPasted"><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="djhv4" data-offset-key="9l197-0-0" id="isPasted"><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="2vi8l-0-0" id="isPasted"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="2vi8l-0-0"><span data-offset-key="2vi8l-0-0"><span data-text="true">Dear ACFAS Members,</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="4ofpo-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="4ofpo-0-0"><span data-offset-key="4ofpo-0-0"><span data-text="true">&nbsp;</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="bv3jd-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="bv3jd-0-0"><span data-offset-key="bv3jd-0-0"><span data-text="true">In recent days, many of you have reached out with concern following the recent AOFAS communication that referenced the 2019 Jimmy Chan et al. article published in JBJS. That study was met at the time with multiple published rebuttals, including from several&nbsp;</span></span><span class="draft-hyperlink-wrap" data-informz-custom="true"><a href="https://www.jfas.org/article/S1067-2516(19)30225-X/fulltext"><span data-offset-key="bv3jd-1-0"><span data-text="true">ACFAS leaders</span></span></a></span><span data-offset-key="bv3jd-2-0"><span data-text="true">, citing serious methodological flaws, selective reporting, and the absence of patient-centered outcomes. Those responses remain part of the scientific record and should always be considered whenever this article is mentioned.</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="a228i-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="a228i-0-0"><span data-offset-key="a228i-0-0"><span data-text="true">&nbsp;</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="5dp00-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="5dp00-0-0"><span data-offset-key="5dp00-0-0"><span data-text="true">As your College, we take any challenge to the integrity and outcomes of our members seriously. ACFAS Fellows are certified by ABFAS as highly trained surgical specialists who consistently deliver exceptional care and outcomes for their patients. The strength of our pipeline reflects that excellence: this year, 68 of 71 ACFAS fellowship positions filled with the application review potentially increasing these numbers in the coming weeks, compared with 54 of 80 slots filled in the orthopaedic pathway. We continue to excel in education with the success of our educational offerings as is equally evident in the sustained growth of our Annual Scientific Conference, which continues to attract record participation year after year even as other organizations face declining attendance.</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="8dr2i-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="8dr2i-0-0"><span data-offset-key="8dr2i-0-0"><span data-text="true">&nbsp;</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="d1jne-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="d1jne-0-0"><span data-offset-key="d1jne-0-0"><span data-text="true">Yet even as we defend our profession vigorously, we are also focused on building the future of foot and ankle surgery to achieve superior patient outcomes. ACFAS has launched the&nbsp;</span></span><span class="draft-hyperlink-wrap" data-informz-custom="true"><a href="/research/registry"><span data-offset-key="d1jne-1-0"><span data-text="true">National Foot and Ankle Registry (NFAR)</span></span></a></span><span data-offset-key="d1jne-2-0"><span data-text="true">, an initiative designed to support evidence-based care and generate real-world data to improve patient outcomes. We believe this kind of collaborative, data-driven work is how we best elevate the entire field and our patients deserve nothing less. We will continue to be the leaders of foot and ankle surgery and will fight to maintain our status at the top. &nbsp;</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="3l6ik-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="3l6ik-0-0"><span data-offset-key="3l6ik-0-0"><span data-text="true">&nbsp;</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="7lgbd-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="7lgbd-0-0"><span data-offset-key="7lgbd-0-0"><span data-text="true">As evidenced by the recent letter by AOFAS, it is clear ACFAS is leading the way as we continue to grow and advance the art and science of foot and ankle surgery. &nbsp;As a strong and thriving College, we recognize that our success will at times invite criticism from others seeking to achieve what our community has worked so hard to build.&nbsp;</span></span><span data-offset-key="7lgbd-0-1"><span data-text="true"><strong>Your board will continue to propel ACFAS forward while protecting what we have achieved. We already have a commitment from AOFAS leadership to meet with us to address the incorrect and defamatory statements.</strong></span></span><span data-offset-key="7lgbd-0-2"><span data-text="true"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="fkv97-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="fkv97-0-0"><span data-offset-key="fkv97-0-0"><span data-text="true">&nbsp;</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="67d9v-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="67d9v-0-0"><span data-offset-key="67d9v-0-0"><span data-text="true">This is a moment to stand proud, not defensive. It is also a moment to lead and an opportunity to educate. ACFAS will work with AOFAS to vigorously protect your reputation while seeking meaningful collaboration with our colleagues in orthopaedics to advance education, research, innovation, and advocacy for the benefit of all patients.</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="3fa5b-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="3fa5b-0-0"><span data-offset-key="3fa5b-0-0"><span data-text="true">&nbsp;</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="e29q7-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="e29q7-0-0"><span data-offset-key="e29q7-0-0"><span data-text="true">Thank you for the extraordinary work you do every day.</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="5779r-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="5779r-0-0"><span data-offset-key="5779r-0-0"><span data-text="true">&nbsp;</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="7k96d-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="7k96d-0-0"><span data-offset-key="7k96d-0-0"><span data-text="true">Sincerely,</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="8rjbp-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="8rjbp-0-0"><span data-offset-key="8rjbp-0-0"><span data-text="true">Alan Ng, DPM, FACFAS</span></span></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="8asr1" data-offset-key="fhi0g-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="fhi0g-0-0"><span data-offset-key="fhi0g-0-0"><span data-text="true">President, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons</span></span></div></div></div></div><div class="paragraph-one align-left" data-block="true" data-editor="djhv4" data-offset-key="8mjmg-0-0"><br></div>        </p>
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470<p id="isPasted">ACFAS is proud to announce that the College&rsquo;s new <a href="/research/registry">National Foot and Ankle Registry (NFAR)</a> has been recognized with two esteemed national honors:</p><ul type="disc"><li>2025 Profiles of Excellence Award from the American Association of Medical Society Executives (AAMSE)</li><li>2025 Power of Associations Silver Award from the American Society for Association Executives (ASAE)</li></ul><p><br>These accolades celebrate NFAR&rsquo;s significant contributions to advancing clinical education, promoting data-driven decision-making, and driving continuous improvement in foot and ankle surgery.  The College is grateful to the <a href="/councilforregistrymanagement">Council for Registry Management</a>, whose leadership and dedication have been essential to NFAR&rsquo;s success. Their continued efforts are shaping the future of the specialty and equipping foot and ankle surgeons with the tools to deliver better outcomes through evidence-based care.</p><p>These awards highlight NFAR&rsquo;s vital role in providing meaningful insights into surgical outcomes, fostering a culture of quality improvement, and elevating standards across the profession. &nbsp;Launched earlier this year, NFAR has over 40 sites in the contracting pipeline with 12 sites active and over 250 cases submitted across the ankle arthritis, ankle fracture, hammer toe, and hallux valgus modules. If you are interested in participating and taking advantage of the waived registration fee thanks to support from The Podiatry Foundation, contact <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>.</p>        </p>
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487<p id="isPasted">This September, ACFAS will launch its 2025 Compensation and Practice Survey to ACFAS Fellows - an important initiative to provide members with current, relevant benchmarking data on income, productivity, and practice trends in foot and ankle surgery. The survey will be sent to all ACFAS Fellows, and the resulting report will be shared with the full membership as a benefit.</p><p>The final report, anticipated for release in January, will include key insights such as:</p><ul type="disc"><li>Surgeon Profile: Demographics including years out of residency, practice type and role, gender, and fellowship training.</li><li>Compensation Overview:<ul type="circle"><li><em>Income Breakdown</em> by patient care, ancillary services, and industry income - insights on practice setting and ownership, Fellowship training, etc.</li><li><em>On-Call Coverage and Pay:</em> A detailed analysis of average on-call pay rates, including a state-by-state comparison.</li><li><em>RVU/wRVU Productivity:</em> A look at adoption of RVU-based compensation models, including wRVU tier thresholds, rates, and conversion breakdowns by state.<br><br></li></ul></li></ul><p>The survey will be brief and confidential, and the results will help ACFAS members better understand their own standing while supporting the College in advancing advocacy and education around fair reimbursement and practice sustainability.</p><p>Your participation is essential to ensuring robust, credible data. Watch your inbox in early September to participate in this important survey - and thank you in advance for helping shape this vital resource.</p>        </p>
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504<p id="isPasted">Over the past few months, the College has been buzzing with energy as several ACFAS committees convened to tackle critical initiatives that support the College&#39;s mission, provide value to our members, and advocate for the specialty of foot and ankle surgery. We are proud to recognize the outstanding work and dedication of our <strong>170+ volunteer leaders</strong> who generously give their time and expertise to strengthen the profession. These working groups&mdash;composed of ACFAS members from across the country&mdash;work year-round to make meaningful progress on a wide range of goals, from developing new educational offerings to shaping the future pipeline of foot and ankle surgeons.</p><p>Highlights from recent ACFAS committee meetings include:</p><ol start="1" type="1"><li><a href="/surgical-skills-committee">Surgical Skills</a> continued its work on the College&rsquo;s surgical curriculum innovation, such as <a href="/arthroscopyoctober25">arthroscopy</a> and the <a href="/tarsummit">TAR Summit</a>, while also exploring a possible future joint surgical skills offering with a leading surgical organization. These efforts ensure ACFAS continues to provide world-class surgical training at every stage of a surgeon&rsquo;s career.</li><li><a href="/practice-management-committee">Practice Management</a> explored new resources to help members navigate challenges such as billing, reimbursement, and evolving practice models. For the second year in a row, ACFAS and AOFAS will offer <a href="/codingandbilling2025">Coding and Billing for the Foot and Ankle Surgeon</a> later this year in Chicago.</li><li><a href="/health-policy-committee">Health Policy &amp; Advocacy</a> focused on physician classification, reimbursement disparities, and legislative strategies that protect and promote the surgical scope of DPMs.</li><li><a href="/consumer-education-committee">Consumer Education</a> worked to elevate public awareness of foot and ankle surgeons&rsquo; role in keeping people active and mobile, including strategic input into national campaigns.</li><li><a href="/post-graduate-affairs-committee">Post Graduate Affairs</a> evaluated current trends and feedback with a lot of exciting new ideas for the 2026 Residents Day and Residency Directors Forum.</li><li><a href="/councilforregistrymanagement">Council for Registry Management</a> continues to make progress on the next phase of <a href="/research/registry">NFAR development</a>. To date, there are 35 sites active or in the registration process with 250 cases already entered into NFAR!</li><li><a href="/education-and-scientific-affairs-committee">Education &amp; Scientific Affairs (ESA)</a> is providing oversight of the College&rsquo;s virtual educational programming and scientific initiatives, including the <a href="/virtualsymposiumneuropathic">October 4 Virtual Symposium: Innovative Approaches to Neuropathic Trauma Reconstruction</a>.</li><li><a href="/membership-committee">Membership</a> met to debrief their Student and Resident Roundtables at ACFAS 2026, using feedback to shape their priorities for the coming year. One idea already launched was the highly successful Residency Zoom Rooms &mdash;held over five nights in May&mdash;where more than 50 residency programs presented; the committee is now seeking sponsorship to support a list of scholarship opportunities for students, residents, and post graduate fellows.</li><li><a href="/research-committee">Research&nbsp;</a>convened to evaluate the College&rsquo;s research grant program, ensuring continued support for high-quality, member-led studies that contribute to evidence-based surgical care.</li></ol><p><br></p><p>The <a href="/annual-scientific-conference-committee">Annual Scientific Conference (ASC) Committee</a> has had several meetings since March and will convene for an in-person meeting in August, along with the <a href="/fellowship-committee">Fellowship Committee</a>. These meetings are an important component of the College&rsquo;s governance and strategic planning. They provide valuable opportunities for volunteer leaders to collaborate directly with staff, share insights from the field, and bring forward innovative ideas that reflect the needs of the membership.</p><p>We are energized by the momentum generated across all these groups. Their dedication and expertise ensures that ACFAS remains a trusted voice for excellence in foot and ankle surgery, education, and advocacy. To the many volunteers who participated: thank you. Your leadership, collaboration, and commitment are the foundation of the College&rsquo;s success&mdash;and the future of the profession.</p>        </p>
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521<p><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dii fr-fir" style="width: 150px;"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="/ACFAS/media/ACFAS_Media/McGlamry.PNG" alt="" style="width: 150px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil"><span class="fr-inner">Dr. McGlamry&#39;s graduation photo from the Temple University School of Chiropody in 1954</span></span></span></p><p id="isPasted">There is no value associated with possessed knowledge. &nbsp;Medical students, residents, and practicing physicians alike might expend incalculable time, energy and activity accumulating the foundational information and skills required in podiatric surgical practice, but the value of this investment is only realized through application in patient care. &nbsp;And for some, this application of knowledge is taken a step further. &nbsp;They feel an inherent responsibility to not only pass on their own knowledge, but expand professional boundaries and ease the burden of application for others. &nbsp;Dr. E. Dalton McGlamry not only felt this responsibility, he was the living embodiment of it. &nbsp;And he spent a lifetime putting it into action by developing the educational archetypes which continue to advance and evolve the specialty of foot and ankle surgery today. &nbsp;</p><p>Dr. McGlamry exerted a positive and lasting influence in effectively all aspects of podiatric professional life. &nbsp;Founding a nationally recognized private practice group. &nbsp; Helping develop a contemporary curriculum and serving as an adjunct faculty member at one of our medical colleges. &nbsp; Creating the defining model for postgraduate surgical residency training. Forging interprofessional relationships with other specialties and collaborating in the formation of hospitals where podiatric surgery could flourish. &nbsp;Revolutionizing surgical continuing education for the profession. &nbsp;Serving in leadership volunteer roles with burgeoning national organizations. &nbsp;And of course being the driving force behind our profession&rsquo;s standard reference text, ever synonymous with his name. &nbsp;</p><p>But perhaps his most enduring legacy is the individual contributions he made to countless trainees on a daily basis during the various courses of their own professional development. &nbsp;These relationships and personal influences which created new generations of leaders and professionalism of our specialty and have extended to all corners of the country. &nbsp;A living professional family tree that will continue to grow and exert influence well into the future. &nbsp;Literally lifetimes of legacy. &nbsp;</p><p>The Board of Directors of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) celebrates the life and legacy of one of our profession&rsquo;s finest, and strive to continue our work in his example. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><u>ACFAS Board of Directors</u>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<u>&nbsp;</u></p><p>Alan Ng, DPM, FACFAS, President<br>Andrew J. Meyr, DPM, FACFAS, President-elect &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<br>Alan MacGill, DPM, FACFAS, Secretary-Treasurer &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<br>George T. Liu, DPM, FACFAS, Immediate Past President &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<br>Shane M. Hollawell, DPM, FACFAS &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<br>Jason A. Piraino, DPM, FACFAS &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<br>Ryan B. Rigby, DPM, FACFAS &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<br>Amber M. Shane, DPM, FACFAS &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<br>Matthew E. Williams, DPM, FACFAS &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<br>Mitzi L. Williams, DPM, FACFAS &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<br>Jeffrey R. Baker, DPM, FACFAS</p>        </p>
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538<p id="isPasted">Have a standout poster or case study from ACFAS 2025 in Phoenix? Submit it to <a data-informz-do-not-track="false" data-informz-link="true" data-informz-link-name="" href="/research/foot-ankle-surgery-techniques,-reports-cases" target="_blank"><span class="email-hyperlink-color-preserver">FASTRAC</span></a>, the College&rsquo;s open-access journal&mdash;and let your ACFAS Region cover the publication fee!</p><p>For the second year, each of the nine ACFAS Regions will fully reimburse one resident member&rsquo;s FASTRAC publication fee. To apply, submit the <a data-informz-do-not-track="false" data-informz-link="true" data-informz-link-name="" href="https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/f558c8f03e8846b9a28fbc929dd0fe53" target="_blank"><span class="email-hyperlink-color-preserver">online form</span></a> by June 13. All applicants will be notified by June 30 and research must be submitted by July 15.</p><p>Awards are granted on a first-come, first-served basis, so don&rsquo;t wait!</p>        </p>
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555<p id="isPasted">ACFAS proudly introduces the <a data-informz-do-not-track="false" data-informz-link="true" data-informz-link-name="" href="/research/registry?_zs=IHSen1&amp;_zl=ka3DA" target="_blank"><span class="email-hyperlink-color-preserver">National Foot and Ankle Registry (NFAR)</span>&nbsp;</a>&ndash; a groundbreaking clinical data registry created to provide foot and ankle surgeons with powerful insights into surgical outcomes, support evidence-based decision-making, and drive quality improvement across the specialty.</p><p>The success of NFAR relies on widespread participation, and the ACFAS Region Presidents Council is stepping up to help make that happen. In 2025, each ACFAS Region will support the launch of at least one new NFAR site - nine sites in total. Each selected site will receive first-year funding support covering the full $2,000 annual NFAR participation fee and $500 setup fee. Funding is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis within each Region.</p><p>Complete the <a data-informz-do-not-track="false" data-informz-link="true" data-informz-link-name="" href="https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/471649e2e20f4db8a0f86393560d09e4" target="_blank"><span class="email-hyperlink-color-preserver">NFAR application</span>&nbsp;</a>today and help shape the future of foot and ankle surgery!</p>        </p>
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572<p id="isPasted">As part of our ongoing commitment to protecting the practice of foot and ankle surgery and ensuring access to quality care, the ACFAS Health Policy &amp; Advocacy committee &mdash;through its work in the Alliance of Wound Care Stakeholders&mdash;recently contributed to national regulatory advocacy efforts. On May 12, the Alliance submitted formal comments to the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) identifying federal regulations that are outdated, overly burdensome, or misaligned with current clinical practice. The submission was informed by extensive input from medical and surgical societies.</p><p>Key recommendations addressed:</p><ul class="depth-0"><li>Withdrawing an FDA proposal to reclassify antimicrobial wound dressings</li><li class="undefined">Improving Medicare prior authorization and shoe program processes</li><li class="undefined">Fixing flawed payment policies for cellular and tissue-based products (CTPs)</li><li class="undefined">Reducing administrative burden in reporting, audits, and coding</li><li class="undefined">Encouraging adoption of real-world evidence (RWE) in policy decisions</li></ul><p><br></p><p>The full letter is available <a data-informz-do-not-track="false" data-informz-link="true" data-informz-link-name="" href="https://www.woundcarestakeholders.org/images/Alliance_deregulation_comments_Final_May_12_2025.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><span class="email-hyperlink-color-preserver">here</span></a>.</p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" id="isPasted" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td><br></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br></p>        </p>
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623<p id="isPasted"><em>The Society of Podiatric Organization Volunteerism&nbsp;</em>was founded in 2024 to investigate, recognize, encourage and support the concept of volunteerism throughout the podiatric profession.</p><p>This year, they have completed studies on characteristics of current professional podiatric organization leaders as students, volunteerism in the podiatric profession, and service in the podiatric profession.</p><p><a data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="5d2f86c82aa7ff21c632cc3b" href="/getattachment/44884029-e345-4ff4-9127-f20447e66882/Leader-characteristics-poster.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Characteristics of Current Professional Podiatric Organization Leaders as Students</strong></a></p><p>This study surveyed contemporary leaders of podiatric organizations to understand their volunteerism and characteristics during their time as medical students. Results showed that a large portion of current leaders were actively involved in volunteerism as students, particularly with organizations such as ACFAS (63.3%), APMSA (44.9%), and student government (28.6%). However, only 45.5% held leadership roles during school, and 41.8% foresaw national leadership roles in the future. These leaders tended to be academically inclined, often coming from the top half of their class and participating in research, conferences, and other volunteer activities.</p><p><a data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="5d2f86c82aa7ff21c632cc3b" href="/getattachment/49febc95-a146-4829-ae55-f7bc0f0f4c51/SPOV-Circles-of-volunteerism-2024-poster.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Circles of Volunteerism in the Podiatric Profession (2023-2024)</strong></a></p><p>This investigation aimed to provide a cross-sectional view of volunteerism within large national podiatric organizations, focusing on collaboration and multi-organization involvement. Data showed that 667 individuals volunteered across major organizations, with some individuals participating in multiple organizations simultaneously. For instance, 17.4% of volunteers were involved with more than one organization. A key finding was the identification of 12 &quot;All-Star volunteers&quot; who actively participated in at least four organizations or service positions, highlighting the significant overlap in volunteerism across the field. The study emphasizes the need for continued collaboration between organizations to enhance service opportunities.</p><p><a data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="5d2f86c82aa7ff21c632cc3b" href="/getattachment/5087307f-68cb-4e4d-8351-4d4e6d61dfde/SPOV-Circles-of-service-2024-poster.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Circles of Service in the Podiatric Profession (2023-2024)</strong></a></p><p>This study focused on professional service positions such as residency and fellowship program directors, APMA House of Delegates members, and podiatric medical school faculty. It explored the extent to which these professionals also volunteered in various podiatric organizations. The study revealed significant overlap in volunteerism, with many individuals serving in multiple capacities across different organizations. For example, 13.3% of residency program directors also volunteered with ACFAS, and 20.6% of APMA House of Delegates members volunteered with the APMA. The study underscored the collaborative nature of podiatric professional service and encouraged organizations to recognize and support these volunteers.</p><p>These studies collectively illustrate the widespread and interconnected nature of volunteerism and service within the podiatric profession, highlighting opportunities for increased collaboration and recognition of volunteers.</p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" id="isPasted" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td><p><br></p></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br></p>        </p>
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657<p style="text-align: right;">April 25, 2023</p><p>Lowell Scott Weil, Sr., DPM, FACFAS, is a renowned foot and ankle surgeon, mentor, innovator, and friend to many. Throughout his career, Dr. Weil Sr. shared his talents with the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, which was culminated by serving as it&rsquo;s President from 1993-1994. Because of his dedicated service and leadership to the College, Dr. Weil Sr. was a leading architect for the Annual Scientific Conference, which became a &ldquo;can&rsquo;t miss event&rdquo; under his leadership in the early 1990&rsquo;s, surgical skills courses, the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery where he served as Editor-In -Chief and building relationships across medicine to enable ACFAS to better advocate on behalf of the membership. &nbsp;</p><p>Dr. Weil Sr., founder of the Weil Foot and Ankle Institute, was one of the first to get a DPM degree in 1964, practicing from 1965 until his retirement in 2018. Dr. Weil Sr. was one of the first sports medicine specialists in the profession, taking care of runners during the running craze of the 1970&rsquo;s, serving as Team Podiatrist to the 1980 Women&rsquo;s Olympic Gymnastics team, team podiatrist and podiatry consultant for the Chicago Bears for 25 years, &nbsp;team podiatrist for the Chicago White Sox for 25 years, and Podiatry Consultant to the Chicago Bulls. &nbsp;</p><p>Dr. Weil Sr. is known throughout the world for his development of the Scarf Bu
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674<p><img src="/ACFAS/media/ACFAS_Media/Mahaffey-_2019.jpg" alt="" style="width: 200px;" class="fr-fic fr-fil fr-dib"></p><p><br></p><p>Words cannot express our profound sadness as we announce the recent passing of former ACFAS Executive Director Chris (J.C.) Mahaffey, MS, CAE, FASAE.</p><p>Chris started with the College in 2003 and served until his retirement in 2020. He was a dedicated leader to ACFAS and the profession as well as a friend and mentor to so many members, staff and colleagues. Chris chose to follow a path of public service within the field of association management where he was a luminary among association executives and helped to advance the mission of several institutions for over 45 years.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;His countless contributions and accomplishments during his ACFAS tenure were extensive and always driven by the needs of the membership. Today, ACFAS members and staff continue to build on the foundation that Chris laid for us over the years. ACFAS &ldquo;stands on the shoulders of giants&rdquo; and Chris is certainly one of them.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;ACFAS staff are in the final days of preparations for its 2023 Annual Scientific Conference next week. While we are thinking about Chris and his family, the team is proud to carry on his legacy.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;Thank you, Chris, for being our inspiration, our mentor, and our friend.</p><p>&nbsp;&ldquo;<em>Together you have changed &ndash; and ARE changing&mdash;the course of American medical history.&rdquo;</em></p><p>Chris Mahaffey, MS, CAE, FASAE, <a data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids='["5d2f86c82aa7ff21c632cc3b"],5d2f86c82aa7ff21c632cc3b' href="/who-we-are/about-acfas/the-evolution-of-a-profession">The Evolution of a Profession</a></p><p>&nbsp;Chris&rsquo; family has shared that there will be a memorial service in the coming months. ACFAS will share details as they are available.</p>        </p>
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691<p id="isPasted">August 11, 2022&nbsp;</p><p id="isPasted">The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) recognizes the role of board certification as an attestation to medical providers&rsquo; mastery of the standards and competencies specific to their training and practice within their specialty. Historically, board certification has provided the public with a trustworthy indication of their provider&rsquo;s expertise. Increasingly however, board certification is being utilized as a requisite for obtaining and maintaining hospital privileges, as well as for participation with third-party payor networks.<br>&nbsp;<br>The podiatric profession in the United States is currently subdivided into two specialties, podiatric medicine and podiatric (foot and ankle) surgery. ACFAS supports the recognition of one certifying board per specialty, as has been the determination of the Joint Committee on the Recognition of Specialty Boards (JCRSB) of the Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME). This policy supports the CPME&rsquo;s goal of &ldquo;prevention of unnecessary duplication by boards and maintenance of minimum standards for the conduct and operation of specialty boards.&rdquo;<sup>1</sup> The American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) is recognized as the certifying board in the specialty of foot and ankle surgery and The American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) is recognized as the certifying board for primary podiatric medicine and podiatric orthopaedics.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ACFAS is alarmed by the announcement from the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) that it plans to issue an unrecognized certificate in podiatric surgery. Allowing a Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) not recognized by any accrediting body and circumvents the JCRSB determination risks safe patient care, the public&rsquo;s trust and the reputation of our profession.</strong></p><p>ACFAS acknowledges that credentialing bodies (hospital medical staffs, third-party payors, and other entities) may require board qualification/certification as one of many measures to determine a candidate&rsquo;s worthiness of privileging or eligibility to provide specific services. ACFAS believes privileging, when determined to be contingent on board certification, should reflect certification or qualification by the specialty board recognized for assessing the training and demonstrated competence for the specific privilege in question.<br>&nbsp;<br>The existence of separate certification in surgical and medical specialties in the profession of podiatry ultimately exists to protect the health and welfare of the public. It is also an important mechanism which allows doctors of podiatric medicine to develop the practice that best suits them and their ability to optimally serve their patients. The value of this distinction is maximized when clear delineations are maintained regarding the specialty training each board serves to certify. Those who have mastered the surgical aspects would be proficient enough to be board certified/qualified with ABFAS. For these reasons, ACFAS recognizes the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery as the only certifying board in the specialty of foot and ankle surgery and requires obtaining this certificate in order to be a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.</p><p>Download the <a data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="5d2f86c82aa7ff21c632cc3b" href="/ACFAS/media/ACFAS_Media/ACFAS-Statement-on-Board-Certification.pdf">full statement</a>.</p>        </p>
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