REVISION FOOT AND ANKLE SURGERY IN FLORIDA
When a prior foot or ankle surgery has not delivered the result you were promised—persistent pain, deformity, instability, hardware problems, or a nonunion—it’s time for a true revision evaluation. Dr. David Gitlin provides advanced revision foot and ankle surgery for patients throughout Florida, focusing on complex cases where the first operation did not restore comfort or function.
When Florida patients seek revision surgery
Revision surgery is not “redoing the same procedure.” It is a careful, diagnosis-driven process that starts with understanding why the first surgery failed. Patients commonly reach out for help with:
Continued pain after bunion surgery or hammertoe surgery
Recurrent deformity (the problem “came back”)
Hardware irritation or broken hardware
Nonunion or malunion (bone did not heal correctly)
Persistent swelling, stiffness, or tendon imbalance
Post-surgical arthritis or progressive instability
Infection history or soft tissue compromise (case-by-case evaluation)
What makes revision foot and ankle surgery different
Revision cases require a higher level of planning because the anatomy has changed—scar tissue, altered biomechanics, prior implants, and compromised bone quality can all impact the strategy. Dr. Gitlin’s revision approach typically includes:
Detailed clinical exam and gait/biomechanical assessment
Review of prior operative reports (when available)
Updated imaging (often including advanced imaging when needed)
Clear explanation of options: non-surgical vs. surgical revision pathways
A stepwise plan designed for durable alignment, stability, and healing
Serving patients across Florida (without location noise)
Patients travel for revision surgery because outcomes depend on expertise, not proximity. Dr. Gitlin welcomes patients from across Florida, including those seeking:
A second opinion before committing to another procedure
A clear answer on whether revision is truly necessary
A plan for complex reconstruction after prior surgical complications
Florida office / surgical center
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What to expect (typical patient journey)
Records + imaging review (we help you organize what matters)
Diagnosis of the failure point (alignment, fixation, tendon forces, joint degeneration, etc.)
Plan + timeline (including realistic recovery expectations)
Surgery when appropriate (or a non-surgical plan if surgery is not indicated)
Frequently asked questions (Florida revision surgery)
Do I need my prior operative report?
It helps, but it is not always required. If you can obtain it, we will review it. If not, we can often determine the key issues through exam and imaging.
How do I know if my surgery “failed”?
Persistent pain, recurrent deformity, instability, nonunion/malunion, or hardware problems are common reasons patients seek a revision specialist. A proper evaluation is needed before concluding revision is necessary.
Can I get a second opinion without traveling immediately?
In many cases, yes. We can often start with a virtual second opinion and records review to determine whether an in-person exam is the next step.
Do you accept patients from anywhere in Florida?
Yes. Patients come from throughout Florida when they want specialized revision expertise and a clear plan.
Related resources
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If applicable: Revision surgery in New York: [link to your New York revision spoke page]
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Closing CTA
If you are dealing with ongoing pain or complications after a prior foot or ankle procedure, request a consultation with Dr. David Gitlin to discuss your options for revision care in Florida.