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John Goodner

Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Foot & Ankle Surgery

John D. Goodner D.P.M. is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon. He specializes in treating foot, ankle, and leg injuries in children, teenagers, and adults. He is trained to perform the latest minimally invasive and arthroscopic surgical techniques. Growing up locally in Broward County, he was a two-sport varsity letterman in baseball & football at St. Thomas Aquinas High School where he received Wendy's High School Heisman and Miami Herald Silver Knight Nominations as a student-athlete. Knowing that his calling was a career in sports medicine, he turned down numerous offers to play collegiate football and baseball. He accepted a full academic scholarship to the University of Florida. After earning his doctorate and his surgical training in foot and ankle surgery, he returned to the community where he grew up and is now a team physician for his alma mater, St. Thomas Aquinas. Patients are keen to point out Dr. Goodner's experience as an athlete himself gives him specific insight into sports injuries and a unique approach to patient care. He is particularly passionate about his continued involvement (since 2003) with Kids In Distress, an organization with a mission to prevent child abuse, preserve the family, and treat abused and neglected children

Voted Best Podiatrist in Pembroke Pines 2021, 2022 2023; Plantation 2022, 2023; Miramar 2023 by the readers of Our City Magazine ~ Pembroke Pines, Plantation, Miramar

Care Philosophy:
As a former athlete, there is nothing more rewarding than getting our patients back to the sports and activities they love. I comprehensively evaluate all injuries and conditions of the lower extremity. I evaluate gait and take xrays when necessary to complete the exam and provide an accurate diagnosis and efficient treatment plan that is well adapted to the patient's specific sport or activities. In most cases, conservative care is best. However, when necessary, surgery is offered if all conservative care options have failed. Before any procedure, all risks and benefits are always discussed. Our greatest asset is the team approach from our foot & ankle surgeons with 75 years of experience between them all. I am an advocate for my patients and readily give them my email address after our visit to answer any further questions or clarify our conversation. I encourage patients to visit our website, instagram @southfloridasportsmedicine, and twitter @SFLSportsMed for patient education.
7 years Experience
John Goodner
  • Plantation, Florida
  • Memorial Healthcare System
  • Accepting new patients

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