In a recent post, we announced the addition of Podiatry to our foot and ankle team, allowing us to broaden the services of expert foot and ankle care we deliver to our patients. You might be curious how a podiatrist and orthopedic foot and ankle specialist are different. Below, you’ll get to know Dr. DeWitt (podiatrist) and Dr. Herbst (orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon) and learn more about their practices.
Meet Dr. Matthew DeWitt, Board-Certified Podiatrist
Dr. Matthew DeWitt is a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) and has specialized training to treat disorders of the foot and ankle. When entering medicine, he knew he wanted to specialize in an area that allowed him to help patients maintain their quality of life. He has always maintained an active lifestyle, so he understands the importance of being able to do the things you enjoy. From young athletes trying to stay in the game to patients trying to maintain their mobility and manage other underlying diseases, Dr. DeWitt has spent his career serving patients and helping them achieve overall wellness.
Common procedures and treatments include:
- Neuroma/pinched nerve
- Ingrown toenails
- Diabetic wound care, limb salvage and amputation
- Correction of bunions and hammertoes
- Fungal conditions of the foot
- Wart removal
- Fracture care
- Sports Medicine
- Ligament and tendon repair
- Heel pain and plantar fasciitis
- Reconstructive foot and ankle surgery
Until his recent transition to Central Indiana Orthopedics, Dr. DeWitt had been in private practice since 2004 at DeWitt Foot & Ankle in Muncie. He continues to serve the Muncie community, but additionally practices in our Marion office.
Meet Dr. Steven Herbst, Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
Steven Herbst, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship trained foot and ankle surgeon. He has a passion for innovation, teaching and missions, and has co-designed and patented an ankle replacement implant. Dr. Herbst enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience teaching orthopedic courses nationally and internationally. His greatest joy comes from serving internationally in the missions field, taking annual trips to Central America with Operation Walk to perform complex lower extremity reconstructions.
Common procedures and treatments include:
- Total ankle replacement
- Articular cartilage reconstructions
- Neuroma/nerve entrapment
- Correction of bunions and hammertoes
- Diabetic foot reconstruction
- Arthroscopy of the ankle
- Fracture care
- Sports Medicine
- Ligament and tendon repair
- Heel pain and plantar fasciitis
- Reconstructive foot and ankle surgery
Dr. Herbst has been in practice at Central Indiana Orthopedics since 2002. He serves patients in the surrounding Muncie and Anderson communities, and also practices at Midwest Center for Joint Replacement in Indianapolis once a month.
When should you consult with a foot and ankle specialist?
If you are experiencing foot and ankle pain, but aren’t sure if you should see a podiatrist or orthopedic foot and ankle specialist, we can help! Make an appointment for evaluation if you experience:
- Sudden intense pain
- Pain when you’re NOT bearing weight
- Limited range of motion due to stiffness, weakness or swelling
- Numbness in the foot
- Pain in the heel, ball or arch of the foot
- Inability to perform daily activities without foot pain
- Change in sensation or color of skin or toenail
- Swelling or tenderness that persists or worsens after 2-3 days
- If the afflicted area looks deformed or if you have lost function
To schedule an appointment with our foot and ankle team, visit ciocenter.com to chat with us online, or call 800-622-6575.