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Samuel Straus, D.P.M., an expertly trained podiatrist, has joined the team of specialists at Appalachian Orthopedics. Dr. Straus is now available to see patients at the practice’s Elizabethton office, located at 1500 West Elk Ave., as well as at their Johnson City office, located at 3 Professional Park Drive, Suite 21. Patients in need of specialized foot and ankle care are encouraged to schedule an appointment by calling 423-518-1670 for their Elizabethton office or 423-434-6300 for their Johnson City office.

Using his extensive training, Dr. Straus specializes in evaluating, diagnosing and treating orthopedic injuries and conditions of the foot and ankle. His expertise covers a wide array of advanced nonsurgical and surgical procedures and specializes in the following: Achilles tendon repair, ankle replacement, bunions, diabetic foot care, fracture repair, hammertoe, ingrown toenails, injections, ligament repair and Plantar fasciitis. 

“We are beyond proud and excited to have Dr. Straus join our practice,” said T. Lisle Whitman, M.D., board-certified orthopedic surgeon and practice president at Appalachian Orthopedics. “He is committed to making a positive impact in his patients’ lives by helping them regain mobility and improve their quality of life, and we believe he will be a valuable addition to our team.” 

Dr. Straus received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine and completed his residency in podiatric medicine and surgery at Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine in Roanoke. Patients in need of specialized foot and ankle care are encouraged to schedule an appointment with Dr. Straus by calling 423-518-1670 for their Elizabethton office or 423-434-6300 for their Johnson City office.