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Synopsis of Foot and Ankle Surgery by Simon Lee; Christopher Gross

Online resource added to the Rush Library e-collection June 24, 2025.

ISBN: 9781638534945

Publication Date: 2025-03-04

An expert, concise guide on the pathophysiology and treatment of foot and ankle disorders Foot and ankle problems can be quite complex and constitute a large percentage of orthopaedic conditions, including congenital and acquired deformities, arthritis, tumors, heel pain, nerve damage, trauma, and more. Synopsis of Foot and Ankle Surgery, edited by renowned foot and ankle surgeons and educators Simon Lee and Christopher E. Gross, is an easy-to-read resource covering a wide range of foot and ankle fundamentals.

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