Back-to-School Shoe ShoppingAug 05, 2016When shopping for new shoes, it is important to keep in mind the role shoes play in preventing foot problems and injuries. Here are five tips for selecting the best shoes for your child.Continue reading →
Getting Ready For SummerMar 03, 2016Do your feet look like this? Warmer, sandal weather is right around the corner. Now is the time to correct foot conditions that can cause discomfort or embarrassment during the warm Summer months when bare feet are in fashion!Continue reading →
What is a Podiatrist?Jan 27, 2016A podiatrist is a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), also known as a podiatric physician or surgeon.Continue reading →
9th Annual Sugar RunNov 25, 2015The 9th annual Sugar Run was held on Saturday, November 14, 2015 at WC Johnson Park in Collierville. Continue reading →
MelanomaNov 03, 2015As fall is well underway , it is important to be mindful of the possibly damaging effects the summer sun had on your skin. Now is the time to do a “mole check” and catch melanomas early.Continue reading →
TPMA PresidentOct 31, 2015Dr. Chad E. Webster of Memphis, TN, was elected President of the Tennessee Podiatric Medical Association at their Annual Meeting, which took place September 17-20, in Nashville, TN.Continue reading →
Nail TraumaOct 13, 2015Occasionally, there are fractures of the bones underlying the nail as well. When these fractures are associated with a laceration under the nail bed, then the bone is exposed and this is called an open fracture.Continue reading →
Peripheral Arterial Disease Awareness MonthSep 29, 2015September is Peripheral Arterial Disease Awareness (PAD) Month. PAD can cause leg/foot pain and can result in lower extremity wounds and limb loss if not treated. MSFAS can HELP. Call us for an appointment today – 901-309-7700.Continue reading →
Growth Plate (Physeal) FracturesSep 15, 2015Growth plate injuries are an interesting and challenging group of injuries based on the unique characteristics of skeletally immature bone in the developing pediatric patient.Continue reading →
Ankle SprainsAug 26, 2015An ankle sprain is a very common injury and can happen to any person in any age group.Continue reading →
Digital (Toe) FracturesAug 06, 2015Digital (Toe) fractures are a common injury experienced by thousands of Americans annually.Continue reading →
Pediatric FlatfootAug 02, 2015Back to school days are fast approaching. There are so many things on our to do list to get our children ready for school – purchasing supplies and school clothes, getting physicals and shot records, registering them for school and sports, etc.Continue reading →
Achilles TendinitisJul 28, 2015A common injury to individuals who play recreational sports is a pain behind the heel, Achilles Tendonitis. Do you suffer from pain in the heel when you first step out of bed? AT usually occurs when someone is overusing this tendon while exercising ...Continue reading →
Dr. Nathan ColemanJul 14, 2015Dr. Coleman is a native of Northeast Mississippi. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa, magna cum laude, from the University of Mississippi with a Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry in 2008.Continue reading →
Take The Hammer Out Of Your ToeJun 17, 2015Hammertoe is a common toe condition where there is bending in any of the little toes causing a claw-like position of the toe.Continue reading →
BunionsJun 06, 2015Do you suffer from pain caused by a bunion? Are you embarrassed to wear sandals?Continue reading →
Charcot FootMay 28, 2015Physicians at Mid-South Foot and Ankle Specialists collaborate with local medical manufacturers to reconstruct their patient’s Charcot foot by using an external fixator.Continue reading →
MSFAS Raises Nearly $100k For Diabetes ResearchMay 13, 2015Mr. Nick Herbstrith, Dr. Ami Herbstrith, Dr. Julie Kate Webster and Dr. Chad Webster attended JDRF’s Promise Ball, Saturday, May 9th as Dr. Julie Kate Webster was acknowledged for her continued support through the annual Sugar Run, which has ...Continue reading →
MSFAS and Vascular Access Centers Collaborate to SAVE LIMBS and LIVESMay 10, 2015On April 29th, Dr. Christian Smith had the pleasure of speaking and presenting a lecture about diabetic foot problems, poor circulation, and treatment options to the Mid-South Nephrology Nursing Association. Continue reading →
Ingrown ToenailsJan 14, 2015Ingrown toenails are most common in the big toe, and occur most often from poor-fitting footwear. This is because tight shoes can put pressure on the nail, and force them to grow downwards instead of growing outwards.Continue reading →
Sugar Run 5KOct 21, 2014Every November, in conjunction with National Diabetes Month, MSFAS sponsors the Sugar Run 5K.Continue reading →
Unable To Wear Those Heels??? Memphis Podiatrist, MSFAS, Can Help!!!Aug 15, 2014Victoria Beckham. Michelle Yeoh. Sarah Jessica Parker. What do these ladies have in common? Less than perfect feet!!! Each of these ladies suffers from a BUNION.Continue reading →
Do Your Feet Smell??????Aug 05, 2014Closed shoes and sweaty feet can lead to some pretty powerful foot odor. It’s not particular to a gender, both male and female can have a foot odor and it can be pretty embarrassing especially in public. Here are some tips to help keep this at bay.Continue reading →
Pain In The Ball Of Your FootJul 18, 2014Many people experience pain in the ball of the foot. Although there are several conditions that can cause pain in the ball of the foot, one of the most common causes is capsulitis.Continue reading →
5 Reasons To See A Doctor FastJul 11, 2014The faster you seek treatment, the easier it is to treat.Continue reading →
When to See a Podiatrist About Flat FeetJun 27, 2014Flat feet, fallen arches, or “pes planus” is normally a symptomless and fortunately painless condition.Continue reading →
Preventing Athlete’s Foot InfectionJun 12, 2014So you had a great time at the swimming pool, but a strange itching sensation has since snuck its way in between your toes. Continue reading →
St. Francis Hospital Bartlett AnniversaryJun 01, 2014Drs. Chad and Julie Kate Webster with their children enjoy the 10th Anniversary carnival at St. Francis Hospital Bartlett.Continue reading →
Your Feet Need SunscreenMay 20, 2014Feet are covered in skin and need protection just like the rest of your exposed body parts.Continue reading →
JDRF Promise BallMay 14, 2014Dr. Chad Webster and Dr. Julie Kate Webster attended JDRF’s Promise Ball. Dr. Julie Kate Webster presented JDRF with a check for $17,000 raised at the 8th annual Sugar Run, which she co-chairs.Continue reading →
MSFAS Supports St. Jude at the Rock-n-Roll MarathonApr 30, 2014Dr. Ami Herbstrith completed the 1/2 Marathon supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital!!! And Sherrie Serca, NP completed the full marathon!!! Congrats!!! Thanks for all you do for our patients and practice at Mid-South Foot and Ankle Specialists!!Continue reading →