Surat is a fast-paced city. Its people walk long distances, stand for extended hours on factory floors and retail counters, participate actively in sports, and lead physically demanding lives. When foot or ankle problems develop, even simple daily tasks become painful and frustrating. Dr. Ankit Chaudhari at Ashirwad Hospital provides dedicated foot and ankle care covering the full spectrum — from heel pain and ankle sprains to diabetic foot complications and surgical deformity correction.
When someone searches for a foot and ankle doctor near me in Surat, they want more than a list of names. They want to know who truly understands these conditions, who has the clinical depth to manage complications, and who treats patients as people rather than case numbers.
Dr. Chaudhari covers the complete range — from acute ankle fractures and ligament tears to chronic deformity correction and diabetic limb salvage. No referral to a different hospital needed for complex or combined conditions.
The diagnostics and imaging centre at Ashirwad Hospital provides weight-bearing X-ray, ultrasound, and MRI on site. Most patients leave their first appointment with a clear diagnosis and a concrete management plan.
Surgery is not the answer to every foot and ankle problem. Conservative management — correctly applied and consistently followed — resolves the majority of conditions. Every patient receives an honest assessment of what non-surgical management can achieve before surgery is discussed.
Consultation, diagnostic imaging, conservative treatment, surgical intervention, and post-operative rehabilitation — all at Ashirwad Hospital. There is no need to coordinate between multiple facilities for different parts of the care pathway.
The physiotherapy and rehabilitation team at Ashirwad Hospital works alongside Dr. Chaudhari from the day of consultation through full functional recovery — structured into every treatment plan, not added as an afterthought.
Patients from Adajan, Vesu, Katargam, Althan, Pal, Varachha, Rander, Udhna, and across Surat, as well as from Navsari, Tapi, Valsad, and Bharuch, travel to Ashirwad Hospital for specialist foot and ankle care not available at local facilities.
The foot and ankle together contain 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 tendons, muscles, and ligaments working in coordination with every step. When any part of this system breaks down, the effects extend far beyond the foot. Select a category below to learn more:
Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain seen at Ashirwad Hospital in Surat. It develops when the plantar fascia — the thick band of connective tissue running along the base of the foot from the heel to the toes — becomes irritated or micro-torn from overuse, prolonged standing, or sudden increases in activity. Patients typically describe stabbing pain with the first steps in the morning or after sitting for a long period.
At Ashirwad Hospital, heel pain treatment begins with detailed clinical examination and weight-bearing X-rays. Management often includes targeted physiotherapy, custom orthotic insoles, anti-inflammatory injections, shockwave therapy where indicated, and patient education on footwear and activity modification. Surgery for plantar fasciitis is reserved for cases that have genuinely not responded to six months of structured conservative care — and when it is needed, Dr. Chaudhari performs minimally invasive plantar fascia release with precision.
Ankle fractures are among the most common orthopedic injuries seen across Surat’s hospitals — from isolated fibula fractures managed in a boot to complex bi-malleolar or tri-malleolar fractures requiring surgical fixation. Dr. Chaudhari performs open reduction and internal fixation of ankle fractures using modern implant systems, with the goal of precise anatomical restoration of the ankle joint. Even a small malalignment of the ankle mortise can lead to post-traumatic arthritis within years if left uncorrected. For related trauma care, the Trauma Care department at Ashirwad Hospital provides comprehensive management.
The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body, and its rupture is one of the most functionally disabling injuries a person can sustain — characterised by a sudden pop, inability to push off, and loss of the ability to rise on the toes. The decision between surgical and non-surgical management is made after careful assessment of the patient’s age, activity demands, rupture gap on ultrasound, and overall health status. Achilles tendinopathy — chronic painful thickening without rupture — is managed with eccentric strengthening, PRP injections, extracorporeal shockwave therapy, and surgical debridement where necessary. This condition is frequently seen in Surat among runners, cricket players, and individuals who stand for long hours at work.
Stress fractures are small cracks in bone from repetitive loading, most commonly affecting the metatarsals and navicular bone. Athletes, individuals who have significantly increased their walking or running activity, and patients with osteoporosis are most at risk. Treatment involves offloading with a boot or crutches for 6 to 8 weeks. High-risk stress fractures — such as the fifth metatarsal base — may require surgical fixation to ensure reliable healing.
Surat has a significant population living with diabetes. Diabetic foot complications represent one of the most serious downstream consequences of poorly controlled blood sugar and peripheral neuropathy. Neuropathy causes loss of sensation in the feet, meaning ulcers, infections, and pressure injuries can develop and worsen without the patient feeling pain.
Dr. Chaudhari and the orthopedic team at Ashirwad Hospital approach diabetic foot care with the seriousness it demands. Management of diabetic foot ulcers involves:
Charcot neuroarthropathy is a destructive joint and bone disorder in patients with advanced diabetic neuropathy, presenting as a warm, swollen, red foot that may initially be mistaken for infection. Without specialist management, catastrophic foot collapse and deformity can follow. Ashirwad Hospital provides this care under Dr. Chaudhari’s guidance, aiming to preserve limb function and prevent amputation.
Flat feet — medically referred to as pes planus or progressive collapsing foot deformity — describes a condition in which the normal arch of the foot has partially or completely collapsed. In adults, this is most commonly caused by dysfunction or tearing of the posterior tibial tendon. Symptoms include pain along the inner ankle and arch, swelling, fatigue with prolonged walking or standing, and progressive deformity with the heel rolling inward.
Ashirwad Hospital treats flat foot through a graduated approach: mild cases with arch-supportive insoles and physiotherapy; moderate cases with tendon reconstruction combined with calcaneal osteotomy to realign the hindfoot; severe rigid flat foot with arthritis through fusion surgery. Dr. Chaudhari’s approach is conservative-first and surgical when necessary.
A bunion is a bony prominence at the base of the big toe as the toe gradually angles inward. It causes significant pain while walking, difficulty fitting into footwear, and secondary problems including hammer toes and metatarsalgia. Conservative management provides symptomatic relief but does not correct the underlying bony deformity. When pain is persistent and function is limited, bunion correction surgery using established osteotomy techniques is the definitive solution. Patients are typically walking in a specialized boot within days of surgery, with return to normal footwear by 8 to 12 weeks.
Ankle sprains are the most common sports injury in Surat and globally. A significant proportion of patients develop chronic ankle instability when ligament healing is incomplete or when repeated sprains have occurred — experiencing recurrent episodes of the ankle giving way during walking, running, or on uneven surfaces.
Dr. Chaudhari evaluates chronic ankle instability with stress X-rays and MRI to assess ligament integrity and identify any associated osteochondral lesions of the talus. Treatment ranges from supervised physiotherapy with proprioceptive retraining to arthroscopic ankle surgery for ligament repair and reconstruction. The Arthroscopy and Sports Injury department at Ashirwad Hospital provides comprehensive care for ankle ligament injuries alongside other joint and soft tissue sports injuries.
An osteochondral lesion of the talus refers to damage affecting both the cartilage and the underlying bone of the talus within the ankle joint, commonly developing following ankle sprains that did not heal completely. Patients experience deep ankle pain, swelling, stiffness, and sometimes a catching or locking sensation. Diagnosis requires MRI. Treatment options include arthroscopic debridement and microfracture for smaller lesions, and osteochondral autograft or allograft transplantation for larger defects. The minimally invasive HD arthroscopy capabilities at Ashirwad Hospital allow these procedures to be performed through small incisions with minimal tissue disruption.
Ankle arthritis develops when the cartilage lining the ankle joint wears away, causing bone-on-bone contact, pain, stiffness, and loss of motion. It most commonly follows ankle fractures or repeated ligament injuries. Non-surgical approaches — activity modification, supportive footwear, anti-inflammatory medications, and intra-articular injections — are tried first. When conservative care is no longer providing adequate relief, surgical options include ankle arthrodesis (fusion) and total ankle replacement. The choice depends on the patient’s age, activity level, bone quality, and deformity severity. The Joint Replacement services at Ashirwad Hospital provide a comprehensive framework for surgical decision-making across the lower limb.
Hammer toe and claw toe are deformities causing the affected toes to adopt a bent or clawed position, creating painful pressure points against footwear. Mild, flexible deformities can be managed with exercises, padding, and footwear changes. Fixed, rigid deformities causing persistent pain and skin complications are best addressed surgically through straightening procedures that restore normal toe alignment.
Morton’s neuroma is painful thickening of the nerve tissue between the toes, most commonly between the third and fourth metatarsals — patients describe sharp, burning, or electric pain in the ball of the foot, often with the sensation of standing on a pebble or bunched-up sock. Conservative management includes footwear modification, metatarsal pads, and corticosteroid injections. Surgical excision is effective when conservative measures have not provided lasting relief.
Peroneal tendon tears and subluxation — common in ankle inversion injuries — and Lisfranc injuries of the midfoot from pivoting sports are also assessed and managed at Ashirwad Hospital. Accessory navicular pain in adolescents is assessed through the pediatric orthopedics service.
Dr. Chaudhari and the team at Ashirwad Hospital firmly believe that surgery is not the answer to every foot and ankle problem. The non-surgical treatment options at Ashirwad Hospital include:
Fabricated to the patient’s specific foot anatomy and biomechanical requirements. Appropriate for plantar fasciitis, flat foot, metatarsalgia, and recurrent injury prevention — not a generic off-the-shelf insert.
Precisely placed injections for plantar fasciitis, Morton’s neuroma, ankle joint inflammation, and retrocalcaneal bursitis. Significantly reduces pain and swelling and allows the patient to engage in rehabilitation.
Platelet-rich plasma injections for chronic Achilles tendinopathy and ligament healing support. Uses the patient’s own growth factors to promote tissue repair in conditions where standard treatments have not achieved full resolution.
Effective for recalcitrant plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinopathy that have not responded to stretching, physiotherapy, and injection. Non-invasive with a good evidence base for these two conditions.
Eccentric strengthening programmes for Achilles tendinopathy, proprioceptive retraining for ankle instability, and progressive loading protocols tailored to the diagnosis — delivered by the physiotherapy team at Ashirwad Hospital.
Functional ankle bracing for instability, total contact casting for Charcot foot, weight-bearing casts for selected fracture patterns, and specialized diabetic offloading footwear — all prescribed based on the specific clinical requirement.
When surgery is the right course of action, patients at Ashirwad Hospital benefit from Dr. Chaudhari’s precision and experience across a broad range of foot and ankle procedures.
HD arthroscopy for ankle joint debridement, osteochondral lesion treatment, ankle impingement surgery, and minimally invasive ligament procedures through incisions of a few millimetres.
Surgical realignment and stabilization of ankle and foot fractures using plates, screws, and intramedullary implants. Contemporary fixation principles to restore alignment and allow early mobilization.
Bony procedures that realign the hindfoot and correct deformity in progressive flat foot disease, combined with tendon reconstruction to restore arch function.
Realignment of the first metatarsal to correct hallux valgus deformity. Patients walking in a specialized boot within days. Return to normal footwear by 8 to 12 weeks.
Primary repair for acute ruptures and tendon augmentation or transfer for chronic degenerative ruptures where direct repair is insufficient.
Minimally invasive release for refractory plantar fasciitis that has genuinely not responded to six months of structured conservative management.
Fusion surgery for end-stage ankle arthritis, eliminating painful bone-on-bone contact and restoring comfortable weight-bearing.
Straightening procedures for fixed toe deformities and surgical excision of the neuroma when injection therapy has not provided lasting relief.
Surgical wound management and limb salvage procedures in diabetic foot disease, including debridement of infected tissue and limited bone resection where required.
Many patients in Surat wait too long before seeking specialist review. Early consultation leads to faster diagnosis, more conservative treatment options, and better long-term outcomes. Delaying specialist review often allows conditions to progress to stages where surgery becomes the only effective solution.
Understanding what happens during your appointment helps reduce anxiety and ensures you get the most from your time with the specialist. Please bring any previous X-rays, MRI reports, or prescription records to this appointment.
Dr. Chaudhari will ask about when your symptoms began, what makes them better or worse, what treatments you have already tried, and how the problem is affecting your daily activities and work. Occupation, sporting activity, and footwear habits are all relevant to a thorough foot and ankle history.
A thorough hands-on examination of the foot and ankle, including assessment of alignment, arch height, range of motion, strength, sensation, and specific provocation tests relevant to your suspected diagnosis — for example, the Jack test for flat foot, the Simmonds-Thompson test for Achilles rupture, or the Mulder click for Morton’s neuroma.
Weight-bearing X-rays, ultrasound, or MRI through the in-house Diagnostics and Imaging facility at Ashirwad Hospital. Having imaging performed at the same facility allows Dr. Chaudhari to review images with you directly rather than interpreting a report from elsewhere.
Once assessment is complete, Dr. Chaudhari explains his findings in plain language, outlines the diagnosis, and walks through all relevant management options. You will not be pressured into any decision. Surgery is only recommended when there is a clear clinical case for it and after all appropriate conservative options have been considered.
Whether your treatment involves physiotherapy, orthotics, injections, or surgery — you leave with a clear plan, written instructions, and follow-up appointments arranged. No patient leaves uncertain about the next step.
Foot and ankle conditions present differently across patient groups, and the treatment priorities differ accordingly. Dr. Chaudhari at Ashirwad Hospital tailors management to each patient’s specific demands and goals.
Cricket, football, kabaddi, badminton, athletics, and gym training all create specific demands on the foot and ankle. Common sports conditions include acute ankle ligament sprains, peroneal tendon tears, Achilles tendinopathy, stress fractures, osteochondral lesions of the talus, Lisfranc injuries, and turf toe. The Sports Injury management pathway at Ashirwad Hospital supports athletes from diagnosis through full competitive return.
Workers in Surat’s textile, diamond, construction, and retail sectors who stand for 8 to 12 hours on hard floors develop plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, metatarsalgia, and progressive flat foot at high rates. Describing the occupational demands at your consultation helps ensure the treatment plan accounts for return-to-work requirements and work-appropriate footwear.
Age-related changes in bone density, reduced soft tissue healing, diabetes, and peripheral vascular disease all influence management decisions. Dr. Chaudhari gives particular attention to osteoporotic fractures of the foot and ankle, which can occur from minimal trauma. The preventive orthopedics program and joint replacement department work alongside the foot and ankle service for bone health and co-existing joint problems.
Foot and ankle problems in children — flat foot deformity, clubfoot, accessory navicular, Sever’s disease, and childhood ankle fractures — are managed at Ashirwad Hospital. The Pediatric Orthopedics department provides dedicated specialist care for patients from birth through adolescence.
Diabetic foot complications require a level of clinical attention that general orthopedic practices often cannot provide in depth. Dr. Chaudhari coordinates with vascular, endocrine, and wound care specialists to ensure every diabetic foot patient receives the multi-disciplinary management their condition demands — with the overarching goal of preserving the limb and preventing amputation.
Patients who have been advised to undergo foot or ankle surgery elsewhere and want an independent assessment are welcome to bring their imaging and reports to Dr. Chaudhari at Ashirwad Hospital. A clear second opinion — confirming or offering an alternative to the original recommendation — helps patients make an informed decision about their care.
Dr. Ankit Chaudhari is the lead orthopedic surgeon at Ashirwad Hospital, Surat. His clinical interests and expertise span the full range of orthopedic subspecialties, with particular depth in foot and ankle disorders, trauma surgery, arthroscopy, and joint replacement. He has managed a high volume of complex foot and ankle cases including deformity correction, post-traumatic reconstruction, and diabetic limb salvage.
Dr. Chaudhari’s approach is grounded in open, honest communication. He takes the time to explain the diagnosis, the natural history of the condition, and the realistic outcomes of both non-surgical and surgical options. Patients leave their first consultation at Ashirwad Hospital with a clear understanding of their problem and a concrete management plan. For Dr. Chaudhari’s qualifications and the hospital’s background, visit the about page.
Foot and ankle disorders do not exist in isolation. Ashirwad Hospital provides a full spectrum of orthopedic services working together to address each patient’s overall musculoskeletal health:
Conveniently located on L.P. Savani Road in Adajan. Accessible to patients from Adajan, Vesu, Pal, Bhatar, City Light, Athwa, and across Surat city, as well as patients from Navsari, Valsad, Bharuch, and Tapi seeking specialist foot and ankle care without travelling to Ahmedabad or Mumbai.
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For acute injuries and open diabetic wounds, come to the hospital directly without waiting for a scheduled slot. Visit the contact page to book your appointment. No referral required for your first consultation.
Ashirwad Hospital provides specialized orthopedic care with modern facilities, expert surgeons, and patient-focused healing.
3rd Floor, Vision Business Hub Opposite Shell Petrol Pump, L.P. Savani Road, Adajan, Surat, 395009