Daniel M. Dean, M.D.

Foot & Ankle Orthopedic Specialist Adults, Children & Adolescents

I aim to get to know my patients on a personal level so that I can best guide them to the treatment strategy that will help them achieve their personal goals and maintain their lifestyle.

Fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon, Dr. Daniel Dean treats patients of all ages and offers expert orthopedic care for a wide range of conditions. He specializes in total ankle arthroplasty, sports injuries, flatfoot, complex fractures, and minimally invasive techniques in bunion correction.

Specialties

Bunion Pain & Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery

A bunion is a deformity at the base of the big toe that can get progresssively painful, Minimally invasive bunion surgery can minimize your discomfort while definitively correcting the deformity, and relieving pain.

Ankle Pain & Reconstructive Surgery

Debilitating ankle pain may result from an injury or advanced arthritis. Reconstructive surgery can help stabilize the ankle and relieve pain.

Heel Pain & Reconstructive Surgery

Heel pain can result from various causes such as bone spurs, bursitis, fractures, or Achilles tendon injuries. Reconstructive surgery may sometimes be necessary to get you back on your feet.

Sports Injuries & Trauma

Injuries to the foot and ankle are commonly associated with sports such as football, hockey, skating and can affect both athletes and weekend athletes. We offer individualized non-operative and operative treatments to help you resume your active lifestyle.

Ankle Pain & Instability

Ankle instability is a chronic condition characterized by a recurrent slipping of the ankle towards the outer side usually resulting from repeated ankle sprains.
Fractures of the Foot & Ankle

Foot and ankle fractures most commonly occur due to accidents or sports and exercise-related injuries.
Achilles Tendon Rupture

Achilles tendon ruptures occur most often in athletes who participate in sports that involve running, pivoting and jumping.

What Our Patients Are Saying

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Dr. Dean treated my significant other removing a cyst and repairing his ankle bone. We drove an hour and half to have him as our surgeon to make sure it was done right. I am a nurse and have high expectations and Dr. Dean, Alana and the entire staff are excellent. He had some insurance issues and Al...
~ Bonnie B ~

Blog & Vlog

Learn about the causes and treatment for Foot and Ankle Pain.

Dr. Daniel M. Dean shares the latest health information about advanced foot and ankle care, offering advanced treatment options to help you get back on your feet again.

Benefits of Total Ankle Replacement

Every time you take a step, there are over 26 bones in your foot and ankle that combine into 33 joints that make each of those steps possible. When one of those joints is in pain, you know it. View More
What Is Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery?

Did you know that 1 out of 3 people over the age of 65 have a bunion? Although bunions are common in older adults, people of all ages can develop a bunion. View More
5 Common Foot & Ankle Injuries in Children & Teenagers

Play is hard-wired into kids. Early on they may play imaginary games, dreaming of the winning shot in the championship game. View More
Common Basketball Injuries and How to Prevent Them

"March Madness" is arguably one of the most anticipated athletic events of the year. Amid all the excitement and "madness" that will be part of this sporting extravaganza. View More