Meet Your Experts With over 250,000 patients helped since 1980, our award-winning team has the experience necessary to treat a wide variety of foot, ankle, and heel conditions. Dr. Paul Ross is board certified in foot and ankle surgery and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He is affiliated with the Inova Franconia Springfield Surgery Center in Alexandria, VA, and Suburban Outpatient Surgery Center in Bethesda, MD.
Dr. Ross can treat the most unusual or difficult foot issues, from hammertoes to sports injuries, and even conditions requiring surgery. Dr. Michael Matthews completed his residency at Mount Auburn Foot and Ankle Reconstructive Residency at Mount Auburn Hospital, part of Harvard Medical School. He furthered his training at the Weil Foot and Ankle Advanced Surgical Reconstruction Fellowship in Chicago.
Dr. Ross can treat the most unusual or difficult foot issues, from hammertoes to sports injuries, and even conditions requiring surgery. Dr. Michael Matthews completed his residency at Mount Auburn Foot and Ankle Reconstructive Residency at Mount Auburn Hospital, part of Harvard Medical School. He furthered his training at the Weil Foot and Ankle Advanced Surgical Reconstruction Fellowship in Chicago.
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Are you looking for cutting-edge foot and ankle care from an experienced podiatrist? If so, you are in the right place! When selecting a podiatrist, you should look for one who has extensive experience, uses the latest technology, and offers personalized care to their patients. Our podiatrists know what it takes to provide all this and more!
With over 250,000 lives transformed since 1980, I have extensive experience helping our patients with all foot, ankle, and heel conditions. I am Board Certified in foot and ankle surgery and committed to offering the highest quality podiatric care available to all our patients.
To experience our 5-star-rated podiatric care, schedule your New Patient Consultation today by calling (301) 656-6055 to reach our Bethesda, MD, office or (703) 451-2977 to reach our Springfield, VA, office.During your appointment, we will take the time to answer all your questions about our advanced treatments and technology, our flexible payment options, and anything else you may want to know about us!
To experience our 5-star-rated podiatric care, schedule your New Patient Consultation today by calling (301) 656-6055 to reach our Bethesda, MD, office or (703) 451-2977 to reach our Springfield, VA, office.During your appointment, we will take the time to answer all your questions about our advanced treatments and technology, our flexible payment options, and anything else you may want to know about us!
If you are experiencing pain in your heel, it may be caused by Achilles tendinitis, an inflammation of the Achilles tendon. This heel condition may develop after an increase in activity, exercise, or stress to your feet and/or legs. If left untreated, it can become chronic Achilles tendinosis. Thankfully, our podiatrists offer effective Achilles tendinitis treatment in Bethesda, MD, and Springfield, VA.
Do you struggle with weak ankles, or do you often feel as though your ankle is about to "give way" when walking on uneven ground or in high-heeled shoes? If so, then you may be suffering from chronic ankle instability. At The Podiatry Center, we can help you restore strength and stability to your ankles.
Thanks to our state-of-the-art technology and our team's extensive experience, we offer 5-star-rated foot arthritis treatment in Springfield, Annandale, and Alexandria, VA. There are many different causes of arthritis - the most common for feet are Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Treatment for both types is available at The Podiatry Center.
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Rockie H.
Jun 13, 2021
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Bryan Castelow
Feb 20, 2021
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Jack Smith
Dec 10, 2019
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Antoinette Solnik
Dec 06, 2019
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Wendy F.
Aug 07, 2018
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Daughter just started grueling cross country regimen with high school, started complaining about foot and knee pain while running. Turns out she has pronating ankles. I figured we'd need $500 custom orthotics. Got an appointment a day after contacting their office. Doc suggested some alternative fixes before going to a custom insert to see if that would alleviate some of the pain. We also needed better shoes. Their office provided a good set of inserts for shoes, so we start there. I did find them online just out of a general search, but were also recommended by another good friend whose daughter
Candi Bryant
Jan 28, 2018
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I was treated by Dr. Ross a handful of times with the hope of plantar fasciitis relief. I explained to Dr. Ross that the pain wasn't horrible most of the day but constant pain is constant pain. Dr. Ross told me that there are many options to help make me feel better. He also said surgery was rarely considered any longer because there are so many other options. So I had four treatments using shockwave therapy that I paid for out of pocket and was expecting, based on what Dr. Ross had told me, to have at least two more without being billed further. But on what was to be my fifth treatment and a review
Sam Parsons
Aug 25, 2017
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This place should be investigated for negligence. I was treated so poorly upon my first visit. I was told I would only have co pay and cost of fungal medicine they provided. Upon completion of my first visit I was sent to a pharmacy 2 miles away to only find out that they never sent the prescription over. Mind you I was walking with a badly sore foot hence the reason for the visit. It took one full day to finally get the prescription over to the pharmacy. Next issue they took a toe sample and told me they would get back to me when the results came in. Did they do that NOPE! 3 months pass and I
Jacqueline G.
Mar 14, 2017
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I visited Dr. Paul Ross office last year. I had an ingrown nail and it got infected. That's why I went to visit Dr. Paul. He was very nice and polite. He took a sample of my nail. I didn't have health insurance and told him I was not willing to spend a lot of money for the lab. And also told him I would not spend more than $100 for the lab and if it would be more than that I would not send to the lab (I was getting health insurance soon and would prefer to wait until I have it if it would be too expensive). He told me my nail would fall anyways and it was my decision to send it or not
Darren B.
May 06, 2016
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Carol Koenigsberg
Jan 19, 2016
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Ann Bowers-Evangelista
Nov 29, 2015
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Dr. Ross is an experienced and skilled professional with a bedside manner that other physicians could learn from! He's helped me recover from plantar fasciitis, and even offered my husband a second opinion on his foot without a charge. As an athlete himself, he gets my desire to continue my training, providing risks and alternatives. He has has great wit and warmth.
Karen M.
Mar 31, 2015
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I could not be happier with Dr Ross and his entire staff in Springfield. I originally went to see him late fall of 2011 with severe foot pain. I was very concerned as I am very active and athletic. After a thorough exam, x-rays and a discussion about all of my options I chose a surgical repair. I could not be happier with that decision. I really thought my athletic life was over. The surgery was in January 2012 and by the end of March 2012 I was back to 100% of my acitivy level with zero pain. I trusted Dr Ross and it was the best decision I ever made. I enjoy interacting with his staff
Katy B.
Jun 25, 2013
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Alejandra Q.
Feb 19, 2013
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I have been a patient of Dr Ross for the past 6 years. I first went to visit him because I developed a sharp pain on my foot which prevented me from exercising or walking extensively. He diagnosed a neuroma and recommended a serious of injections to minimize inflamation, he also prescribed orthodics for my flat feet. While the pain has come back throughout the years we have been able to manage it with injections vs operating; which was the first recommendation of other doctor.
I find Dr Ross to be very knowldedgeable on his field, always offering sounding recommendations to improve his patients
I find Dr Ross to be very knowldedgeable on his field, always offering sounding recommendations to improve his patients
Nora G.
Apr 09, 2012
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I completed a review for Dr. Ross for his Bethesda location. Dr. Ross is a kind, HANDSOME, charming man. I had a VERY bad experience as a surgical patient and had to have a revision surgery by another doctor. Outcome still uncertain. Dr. Ross was not completely honest with me when I contacted him about my post-op problems. I was misled and misinformed. He has many gifts obviously, based on the positive YELP comments; just do not be lulled by his manner. All that glisters is not always gold..wasn't in my case.
Nicole L.
Apr 20, 2011
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Aaaaaah! I just found the COOLEST doctor ever!
Picture it: I am sitting in this lifted chair with toe nail polish missing off of my right big toe in a sterile looking office. A knock at the door and then enters a man who appers around 50, graying hair, glasses, bright blue eyes, hanes white t-shirt, jeans, and loafers. I was wondering who on earth this guy was, and while he was speaking, I realized it was the doctor!
He was so gentle and kind; it was a wonderful experience. He explained how my running was causing my toenail to stop growing and how to help things along. He also looked
Picture it: I am sitting in this lifted chair with toe nail polish missing off of my right big toe in a sterile looking office. A knock at the door and then enters a man who appers around 50, graying hair, glasses, bright blue eyes, hanes white t-shirt, jeans, and loafers. I was wondering who on earth this guy was, and while he was speaking, I realized it was the doctor!
He was so gentle and kind; it was a wonderful experience. He explained how my running was causing my toenail to stop growing and how to help things along. He also looked
L. E.
Feb 26, 2010
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I consulted two podiatrists prior to seeing Dr Ross, one who performed bunion surgery without realizing that I had neuromas and hammertoes on the same foot which were contributing to my pain. After two surgeries (first bunion then neuromas on one foot) with that one, I looked elsewhere for someone more competent. Dr. Ross was left in the position of cleaning up the mess. He referred me to post-op PT (something Dr #1 should have done but didn't) for my left foot and scheduled me for bunion surgery for my right foot--plus removed two hammertoes. I'm still in the recovery stages but
John L.
Aug 08, 2009
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I had to see a foot doctor cause my big toe got infected. Dr. Ross was fantastic. He explained to me exactly why it was infected and then performed minor surgery that was so painless. He then gave me a kit for the foot. It has healed up well. If you need a great food doctor, go see Dr. Ross. His staff is also great. He takes United Heath Care insurance.
