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Dr. Robert Santrock, MD
Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Co-Inventor of Lapiplasty
the STORY
Dedicated to The Field
Dr. Santrock is an esteemed orthopedic surgeon, renowned as the co-inventor of the revolutionary Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction System. With a remarkable career spanning over 20 years, he has demonstrated exceptional expertise in foot and ankle surgery, and is highly regarded for his patient-oriented, compassionate, and personalized approach to care.
His participation in academics, research, and industry innovation has played an integral role in advancing bunion correction, helping develop a groundbreaking approach that treats bunions as complex three-dimensional problems rather than mere bumps. Based in Amelia Island, Dr. Santrock remains at the forefront of cutting-edge techniques, helping patients regain mobility, eliminate discomfort, and achieve lasting relief.
CREDENTIALS & TRAINING
Education & Training
Board Certification
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Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Fellowships
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Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
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Fellow, American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
Education
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B.A., Biology, West Virginia University
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M.D., West Virginia University
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Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, West Virginia University
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Foot & Ankle Surgery Fellowship, Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Center, Columbus, OH
ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS
Academic & Industry Leadership
Academic Appointments
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Clinical Associate Professor, Duke University, Division of Foot & Ankle Surgery
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Associate Professor / Chief of Foot and Ankle Surgery, West Virginia University
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Clinical Assistant Professor, University of South Carolina
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Director, Foot & Ankle Surgery Fellowship, Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Center (Columbus, OH)
Professional Service
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Former Examiner, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
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Former Reviewer, Foot & Ankle International
Industry Appointments
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Surgeon Advisory Board and original Design Team member, Treace Medical Concepts, Inc.
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Former Owner and original Design Team member, Epic Extremity (now Exactech, Inc.)
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Current Owner and Content Creator, OREdMasters.com
Consulting
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Exactech, Inc.
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Villex, Inc.
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OXOS, Inc.
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Treace Medical Concepts, Inc.
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Mission 3A, Venture Suite
bunion specialist
Co-Inventor of Lapiplasty
Dr. Santrock was part of the original team that developed the Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction System. He serves on the Surgeon Advisory Board and was an original Design Team member for Treace Medical Concepts, the company behind the technology.
Dr. Santrock is an Elite Center Lapiplasty® surgeon who has performed over 400 Lapiplasty® Procedures, the highest designation of Lapiplasty® experienced surgeons.
PHILOSOPHY OF CARE
A Different Standard of Care
Dr. Santrock believes in treating the cause, not just the symptom. Every treatment plan is built around one goal: getting you back to the activities you love, whether that's running, golfing, or just walking without pain. Personalized, rehabilitative care that goes beyond just surgery.
OUTSIDE THE OFFICE
Beyond The Office
When he's not in the office, Dr. Santrock is usually on a bike. He's an avid cyclist and active in Nassau County's riding community, the kind of activity he wants every patient to be able to get back to.
For him, staying active isn't just something he treats. It's something he lives.
