Dr. Michael Lloyd Petranek DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Foot & Ankle Surgery
16419 Northcross Dr Suite A Huntersville NC, 28078About
Dr. Michael Petranek is a podiatrist practicing in Huntersville, NC. Dr. Petranek is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Petranek diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet. The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. So, the feet need expert care. Podiatrists can specialize in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics.
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SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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- MemberPresbyterian Hospital - Huntersville, Huntersville, NC
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