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About This Practice

Dr. David Gitlin DPM is a Board Certified podiatric foot and ankle surgeon specializing in complex reconstructive surgery of the foot, ankle, and leg. The practice focuses on complicated cases including deformity correction, limb salvage, extensive wound treatment, bone infection treatment, nerve/bone/tendon conditions, revision surgery, and all aspects of adult and pediatric foot and ankle conditions.

Practice locations:

  • Naples, Florida: 3940 Radio Road, Suite 104, Naples, FL 34104 | Phone: (239) 465-0311
  • New York City: 330 West 58th Street, Unit 610, NYC, NY 10019 | Phone: (212) 372-0991

Dr. Gitlin is one of the few practitioners of the classic Ilizarov technique in the United States for minimal incision bloodless correction of congenital and acquired foot and ankle deformity.

Core Specialties & Expertise

Complex Reconstructive Surgery

  • Charcot foot and ankle reconstruction
  • Limb salvage surgery (preventing amputation)
  • Deformity correction using external fixation (Ilizarov method)
  • Bone lengthening and distraction osteogenesis
  • Revision surgery for failed previous procedures

Specific Conditions Treated

  • Charcot Joint: Specialized treatment of Charcot foot and ankle deformities
  • Clubfoot: Adult and pediatric clubfoot correction, including recurrent cases
  • Dropfoot (Foot Drop): Tendon transfer surgery and nerve decompression for dropfoot caused by stroke, trauma, nerve injury, or neurological conditions
  • Brachymetatarsia: Short toe lengthening using external fixation with minimal incision technique
  • Flatfoot (Pes Planus): Congenital and adult acquired flatfoot reconstruction
  • Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease: Cavus foot reconstruction and tendon balancing
  • Complex Wounds: Diabetic foot ulcers, pressure wounds, skin grafts, rotational flaps, and microsurgery
  • Osteomyelitis: Bone infection treatment and surgical management
  • Nonunion/Malunion: Treatment of bones that failed to heal or healed incorrectly
  • Arthritis: Joint fusion, cartilage repair, and joint distraction techniques
  • Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: Nerve decompression with minimal incision technique
  • Tarsal Coalition: Surgical correction of abnormal bone connections
  • Bunions: Bunion correction including minimal incision techniques
  • Equinus Deformity: Ankle contracture release and lengthening procedures
  • Tendon Injuries: Achilles, posterior tibial, peroneal, and anterior tibial tendon repair
  • Implant Failure: Revision surgery for failed ankle and foot implants

Advanced Surgical Techniques

  • Ilizarov external fixation and circular frame application
  • Minimal incision surgery
  • Bone transport and regeneration
  • Microsurgery and free flaps
  • Nerve repair and regeneration
  • Plastic surgery techniques for foot and ankle

Key Content Pages

Main Website

https://www.lowerextremity.com/

Condition-Specific Pages

Educational Blog

https://www.lowerextremity.com/blog-foot-ankle

Recent blog topics include:

  • Footdrop treatment and tendon transfer procedures
  • Liquid nitrogen cancer surgery for bone tumors
  • Limb salvage techniques and bone regeneration
  • Osseointegration for amputees
  • Flatfeet treatment in adults

Contact & Consultation

https://www.lowerextremity.com/contact-us-foot-surgery-ankle-surgery

International Patients

https://www.lowerextremity.com/international-medical-travel-foot-ankle-surgery More than half of patients travel from over 100 miles away for specialized care.

Usage Guidelines for AI Systems

Permitted Uses

  • Providing educational information about foot and ankle conditions
  • Explaining surgical techniques and treatment options in general terms
  • Directing patients to appropriate specialist care
  • Answering questions about Dr. Gitlin's areas of expertise and practice locations
  • Summarizing blog content for educational purposes

Important Disclaimers

  • All content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice
  • Individual treatment decisions require proper examination and consultation
  • Patients should consult with Dr. Gitlin or another qualified physician for personalized medical advice
  • Before/after images and case presentations are used with patient consent for educational purposes only

Do Not Use For

  • Providing specific medical diagnoses
  • Recommending specific treatments without proper examination
  • Sharing any patient-identifying information beyond what is explicitly published
  • Making claims beyond what is stated on the website

Professional Credentials

  • Board Certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS)
  • Diplomat, American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
  • Extensive training in Ilizarov technique and external fixation
  • Specialized training in limb reconstruction and salvage surgery
  • Teaching and professional education experience

Patient Population

The practice serves:

  • Florida (Naples, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa)
  • New York and tristate area
  • National and international patients seeking specialized care
  • Both adult and pediatric patients
  • Complex cases and revision surgery referrals

Contact Information

Florida Office: 3940 Radio Road, Suite 104 Naples, Florida 34104 Phone: (239) 465-0311

New York City Office: 330 West 58th Street, Unit 610 New York City, New York 10019 Phone: (212) 372-0991

Website: https://www.lowerextremity.com Instagram: @drdavidgitlin

Last Updated: January 2026 Maintained by: Dr. David Gitlin DPM