Dr. Douglas A. Flory, MD, FAAOS, Orthopedist
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Dr. Douglas A. Flory, MD, FAAOS

Orthopedist | Foot and Ankle Surgery

4/5(55)
8141 S Emerson Avenue A Indianapolis IN, 46237
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About

Dr. Douglas Flory is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon who is dual fellowship trained in Foot/Ankle and Sports Medicine(Knee/Shoulder).  He has 20 years of experience and combines state-of-the-art care with a personal touch in providing nonsurgical and surgical treatment for your bone, joint, muscle, ligament, and tendon injuries.  His practice, myOrthoTeam, is your one stop for complete musculoskeletal care offering x-ray, MRI, physical therapy, nerve testing, custom orthotics, pain management, and outpatient surgery under nerve block anesthesia.  All patients are seen within 24-48 hours and often the same day. 

Education and Training

Indiana School of Medicine MD 1994

Mt. Carmel Health Systems Orthopedic Surgery Residency 1999

Institute for Bone and Joint Fellowships - Sports Medicine(Knee/Shoulder) and Foot/Ankle 2000

Board Certification

Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS

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Dr. Douglas A. Flory, MD, FAAOS's Expert Contributions
  • Can running hurt a bulging disc?

    Yes, running could aggravate a bulging disc. Running causes 2-4 x your body weight to go through your legs and back. Low impact exercises such as walking, biking, elliptical, swimming are less likely to aggravate the disc. READ MORE

  • What exercises fix bunions?

    There are no exercises or braces/splints that will correct/fix a Bunion. It is a progressive problem that will gradually worsen over time and ultimately need surgical correction. Using pads over the Bunion and wider toe box shoes can decrease irritation/pain. READ MORE

  • What causes bone pain in the foot?

    Pain in the Foot can be related to a bone issue or soft tissues. X-rays and a physical exam by an Orthopedic Foot/Ankle specialist can diagnose what is causing the problem and the treatment options to resolve the pain. READ MORE

  • How long does it take for a knee replacement to heal?

    The first 6 weeks are the toughest. Usually patients are doing very well by 3-4 months, but maximum recovery can take 6-9 months. READ MORE

  • Is there surgery for shoulder bursitis?

    Typically Shoulder Bursitis can be treated without surgery. Treatment will include icing, a prescription strength anti-inflammatory or steroid injection, and physical therapy. Surgery would only be considered if the above didn't resolve your symptoms. A MRI will usually be ordered before any surgery. READ MORE

  • When should I see a doctor for leg pain?

    You should see an Orthopedic Surgeon if you have had an injury that persists after a few days, are unable to bear weight/limping significantly, or if the pain is still present after 2-3 weeks when there has been no specific injury. READ MORE

  • What is the best pain reliever for bursitis?

    Typically anti-inflammatories (Advil/Ibuprophen/Aleve) are going to work better than Tylenol. You should not take anti-inflammatories if you have a history of Stomach ulcers, are on blood thinning medications, or have high blood pressure/Heart issues. READ MORE

  • Shin splints?

    X-rays can be normal for up to 4-6 weeks with a stress fracture. Using ice, stretching, and the Ibuprophen can be helpful. Using crutches should be based on pain. If the pain is so severe that you can't put weight on the Leg at all, I would recommend a MRI to ensure that you do not have a stress fracture. READ MORE

  • How do you stop a bunion from progressing?

    Unfortunately there is nothing that will stop a Bunion from progressing. Exercises/stretches and splints/braces do NOT work. Using padding or wider toe box shoes can decrease symptoms. Ultimately you will need surgical correction if you having pain with most activities and in most of your shoes. READ MORE

  • What happens if you leave a sprained ankle untreated?

    This depends on the severity of the sprain. A mild sprain will likely fully resolve in 2-4 weeks and cause no long term issues with treating the symptoms(icing, Tylenol/Advil/Aleve). A moderate to severe sprain means more significant injury to the Ankle Ligaments and require some temporary bracing and physical therapy to re-strengthen the Ankle, relieve all of the symptoms, and minimize risk of future injury. Time does not re-tighten the ligaments. READ MORE

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Areas of expertise and specialization

Knee - Meniscus Tears, ACL Tears, Arthritis, Knee Cap Issues, Sprain, Strains, Cartilage InjuriesShoulder - Rotator Cuff Tendonitis/Tears, Labral Tears, Arthritis, Shoulder Laxity/InstabilityFoot/Ankle - Achilles, Fractures, Sprains/Instability, Flat Feet/High Arches, Arthritis, Hammertoes, Bunions, Ankle ReplacementCustom Orthotics, Worker's Compensation InjuriesFractures

Professional Memberships

  • Fellow - American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons  
  • Member - American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society  
  • Member - Indiana Orthopedic Society  
  • Member - Indianapolis Medical Society  

Fellowships

  • Institute for Bone and Joint Disorders, Phoenix, AZ  

Dr. Douglas A. Flory, MD, FAAOS's Practice location

myOrthoTeam

8141 S Emerson Avenue A -
Indianapolis, IN 46237
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New patients: 317-888-1051, 317-888-1051
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Patient Experience with Dr. Flory


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Based on 55 reviews

Dr. Douglas A. Flory, MD, FAAOS has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 55 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Orthopedist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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Get to know Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Douglas A. Flory, who serves patients in Indianapolis, Indiana.

 Dr. Flory is a board certified Orthopedic Surgeon who is fellowship-trained in both Sports Medicine (Knee/Shoulder and Foot/Ankle). He is focused on providing state-of-the-art care with a personal touch to get patients back in the game through surgical and non-surgical treatment. He is in practice with MyOrthoTeam in Indianapolis, Indiana, and remains affiliated with Franciscan Health Indianapolis. 

Dedicated to providing care to relieve pain or repair injury, some of the services that the doctor offers include the following: ankle arthroscopy, ankle ligament reconstruction, total ankle replacement, knee arthroscopy, meniscus repair, ACL reconstruction, shoulder arthroscopy, shoulder instability surgery, rotator cuff repairs, worker’s compensation injuries, and custom orthotics. 

A 1994 graduate of the Indiana University School of Medicine, Dr. Flory went on to serve his residency at Mount Carmel Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio from 1994-1999. This was followed by his 2 fellowships at the Institute of Bone and Joint Disorders in Phoenix, Arizona in 1999-2000.

With over 20+ years of experience in his specialty, he is board-certified in orthopaedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, an organization with the goal of establishing educational and professional standards for orthopaedic residents and surgeons, as well as evaluating the qualifications and competence of orthopaedic surgeons. 

Furthermore, he remains a member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (Fellow), the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, the Indiana Orthopaedic Society, and the Indianapolis Medical Society. 

Orthopaedic surgery is the branch of medicine concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system(bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves).

Among his numerous accolades, Dr. Flory is the recipient of the Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2015), On-Time Doctor Award (2016, 2018), and Patients’ Choice Award (2018).

Learn More about Dr. Douglas A. Flory:

Through his findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/3687095-Douglas-Flory-Orthopedist or through My Ortho Team, http://www.myorthoteam.com/flory.html

 

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