Dr. Michael Robert Black DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Foot & Ankle Surgery
13691 Metro Pkwy Suite 400 Fort Myers FL, 33912About
Dr. Michael Black is a podiatrist practicing in Fort Myers, FL. Dr. Black is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Black 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.
Education and Training
University of Florida in Gainesville BS in Exercise Physiology 2003
Dr. William M Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science D.P.M. 2007
Board Certification
The American Board of Foot and Ankle SurgeryAmerican Board of Foot and Ankle SurgeryABFAS
Provider Details
Awards
- Faculty and Speaker Podiatry Institute
Treatments
- Ankle Arthroscopy
- Total Ankle Replacement Surgery
- Foot and Ankle Reconstruction and Trauma
- STAR Ankle Replacement Surgery
Professional Memberships
- Professional Member American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
- Professional Member American Podiatric Medical Association
- Professional Member Florida Podiatric Medical Association
Fellowships
- Sigvard T. Hansen Jr., MD Foot and Ankle Institute at Harborview Medical Center Advanced Ankle and Foot Reconstructive Surgery
Dr. Michael Robert Black DPM's Practice location
CAPE CORAL, FL 33990Get Direction
Cape Coral, FL 33990Get Direction
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