Limb salvage is specialized care for patients who are at risk of losing part of a foot or leg because of severe infection, non-healing wounds, poor circulation or deformity. The goal is to preserve as much function as possible and keep you walking on your own feet.
During his residency, Dr. Gathani focused extensively on limb salvage, including care for veterans and other high-risk patients, and on Charcot reconstruction with external fixation.
Who may benefit from limb salvage
- Patients with severe diabetic foot ulcers or infections
- Osteomyelitis (bone infection) in the foot or ankle
- Charcot foot and ankle deformity
- Wounds complicated by poor circulation
- Patients who have been told amputation may be necessary
