Who We Are
Learn about who the West Australian Foot and Ankle Orthopaedic Society is and why we exist.
The Orthopaedic Distinction
Discover the defining differences in training of Orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeons.
Find a Surgeon
An easy-to-use, comprehensive directory of West Australian Orthopaedic surgeons who are certified members of the WAOFAS.
FAQ
Answers to common questions about fees, medicare, foot & ankle procedures, insurers, medications and more.
Resources
A directory of helpful medical resources, interesting articles and relevant news.

Western Australian Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society

The peak Western Australian medical body for surgery, medicine, procedures and care of foot and ankle-related conditions.

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Dedicated trained medical foot and ankle specialists.

Our primary focus is on the improvement of foot and ankle care in Western Australia.

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Podiatrists who operate in the spot light

The independent review of the regulation of podiatric surgeons in Australia by Professor Ron Paterson has been tabled on the APRHA website. Following on from this is the 60 Minutes expose by Natasha Clark.

The doctors operating on Australian feet without a medical degree →

The Orthopaedic Distinction

Orthopaedic surgeons are distinctly different from other Allied Health Professionals.

Find a Surgeon

A directory of Western Australian medical foot & ankle surgeons who are certified members of the WAOFAS.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about fees, medicare, foot & ankle procedures, insurers, medications and more.