Dr. Mark Richard Gorman D.P.M.

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Get to know Podiatrist Dr. Mark Gorman, who serves patients in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Gorman has been a Podiatrist in Scottsdale, Arizona for over 40 years. He is the founder of Scottsdale Footcare, where he treats patients ranging from newborn infants to senior citizensف. His practice encompasses full podiatric care and specializes in surgical repair of the foot and ankle, laser and arthroscopic treatment. From plantar fasciitis to bunions, hammertoes to fungus nails, Dr. Gorman and his team have experience treating all conditions. Dr. Gorman is board-certified in Podiatry by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS). The ABFAS strives to protect and improve the health and welfare of the public by advancing the art and science of foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Gorman is also a member of the American College of Foot Surgeons, the American Podiatric Medical Association, and the Arizona Podiatric Medical Association. Dr. Gorman is past President of the Arizona Podiatric Medical Association and past President of the Arizona Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners. Furthermore, he is on the teaching staff of Midwestern Podiatry School, Podiatric Director of Creative Orthotic lab, as well as rotary club member for 35 years. Dr. Gorman is affiliated with several hospitals in the Phoenix area, including John C. Lincoln North Mountain Hospital and Phoenix Baptist Hospital. He is also affiliated with outpatient surgical facilities, including JCL Hospital and Canyon Surgery Center. Dr. Gorman earned his Bachelor of Science degree and Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco. He then served his internship in the United States Army. Podiatry or podiatric medicine is a branch of medicine devoted to the study, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle and lower extremity. Dr. Gorman is compassionate and caring for all of his patients’ podiatry medical and surgical needs. He strives to put them back on their feet quickly, utilizing proven techniques in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of various foot and ankle ailments. His patients have left him excellent reviews, one stating “Dr. Gorman was very thorough, knowledgeable, personable and efficient. His staff was friendly and kept me moving through the different procedures in a timely fashion.Thanks to Dr. Gorman and staff!” Dr. Gorman has had papers published on Foot and Ankle Surgery and Achilles Tendon Surgery. He was voted the top Foot and Ankle surgeon in 2015 and 2016 by patients.

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