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Foot and Ankle
Foot and Ankle
The Orthopaedic Surgeons at UK Healthcare are among the nation’s leading experts in the treatment of foot and ankle problems. Patients travel from around the country to receive advanced care for feet and ankles from our physicians, who are all fellowship-trained. To learn more about Graduate Medical Education at UK, click here.
From simple hammertoes to complex deformed arthritic ankles, our foot and ankle service handles a wide variety of disorders, including:
- Ankle and foot fractures
- Flat feet
- Bunions
- Arthritis
- Sports injuries
- Heel pain
- Ankle instability
- Diabetic problems
- Hammertoes
- Ankle and foot deformities
Foot and Ankle Faculty
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Joshua Tallent, MD
GME Program:
Internal Medicine - Internal MedicineSummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: University of Kentucky![](/sites/default/files/styles/profile_card_image/public/pictures/2022-09/Talwalkar%20%28002%29.jpg?h=a7e6d17b&itok=LwiZkFEX)
Vishwas Talwalkar, MD
Positions Held:
- Kentucky Clinic - Pediatrics
- Associate Professor-Clinical Faculty
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Justin Talwar, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Kenyon College, University of KentuckyHometown: Louisville, KY
I'm very proud to become a new member of the department because I highly respect and look forward to training under the leadership, faculty, and… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Running, Road biking, Swimming, Squash, Hiking, Travel, Classic car enthusiast.
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Lisa Tannock, MD
- Internal Medicine
- Saha Cardiovascular Research Center
- Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Saha Aortic Center
Positions Held:
- Professor
- Associate Provost for Faculty Advancement
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Zachary Tarter, MD
GME Program:
OphthalmologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Lexington, KYThe program had everything I was looking for – excellent surgical training, diverse pathology, a global ophthalmology track, and a supportive… Read More
What do you like about your program?
In addition to the above, so far in my training, I have really appreciated the level of support I have received from faculty and residents.… Read More
What are your hobbies?
In my spare time, I enjoy playing in local recreational sports leagues, spending time with friends and family, and playing card/board games!
Zachary Tarter, MD
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-1![](/sites/default/files/styles/profile_card_image/public/pictures/2023-07/Taulbee.jpg?h=40086fd6&itok=d_FLabbK)