Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon

South Texas Spine and Surgical Hospital; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 450,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Malpractice coverage

CME allowance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

TruOrtho, PLLC in San Antonio, TX is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon to join a private, physician-owned practice that emphasizes focused expertise and an elevated patient experience. This role offers autonomy, collaboration with like-minded specialists, and a path toward equity partnership.

You will manage comprehensive Foot & Ankle care in outpatient and operative settings, build the service line, and contribute to practice growth while delivering high-quality,

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited institution.
• Completion of Orthopaedic Surgery Residency.
• Fellowship training in Foot & Ankle Surgery.
• Board certified or board eligible.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Texas.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Alignment with a high-touch, boutique subspecialty practice model.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive Foot & Ankle surgical care in outpatient and operative settings.
• Manage the full spectrum of Foot & Ankle pathology, including trauma, sports injuries, deformity, arthritis and reconstruction.
• Build and expand the Foot & Ankle service line.
• Collaborate closely with referring physicians, therapists, and surgical partners.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Contribute strategically to practice development initiatives.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

MD or DO from an accredited institution

Completion of Orthopaedic Surgery Residency

Fellowship training in Foot & Ankle Surgery

Job description

Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon – TruOrtho, PLLC | San Antonio, Texas

Position Summary

TruOrtho, PLLC is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon to join our highly specialized, physician-owned private practice in San Antonio. This is not a high-volume, multi-specialty orthopedic group. TruOrtho is a supra-subspecialized orthopaedic practice built intentionally around focused expertise, aligned surgical philosophy, and an elevated patient experience.

We are looking for a surgeon who values:

• Technical excellence
• Thoughtful patient selection
• Collaboration with like-minded specialists
• Autonomy in private practice
• Delivering unparalleled, relationship-based care

This is an opportunity to build a premier Foot & Ankle service line within a practice that prioritizes quality over volume.

Why TruOrtho? The Supra-Subspecialized Advantage

Focused Expertise, Not Fragmented Orthopedics

TruOrtho is intentionally structured around fellowship-trained subspecialists rather than broad general orthopedics. This allows:

• Deep mastery of complex pathology
• Efficient and refined surgical workflows
• Clear community identity
• High-level referrals seeking specialized expertise

As our Foot & Ankle surgeon, you will develop a defined regional presence within a practice known for precision subspecialty care.

Like-Minded Surgical Partnership

You will practice alongside surgeons who value:

• Meticulous surgical technique
• Evidence-based innovation
• Patient-specific surgical planning
• Long-term outcomes over short-term throughput
• Integrity in clinical decision-making

Unparalleled Patient Experience

Our model is built on elevated, patient-centered care:

• Extended new patient visits
• Clear surgical education and expectation management
• Emphasis on non-operative optimization when appropriate
• Accessible, responsive communication

We are a relationship-based practice.

Private Practice Autonomy

As a physician-owned practice, TruOrtho offers:

• Clinical independence
• Direct input into practice growth
• Agile decision-making without hospital bureaucracy
• Opportunity for equity partnership

We believe surgeons should have control over how they practice medicine.

About TruOrtho, PLLC

TruOrtho is a boutique orthopaedic subspecialty practice serving the greater San Antonio community. Our culture emphasizes:

• Surgical excellence
• Accountability
• Professional integrity
• Whole-patient care
• Sustainable growth

We are building a destination practice for patients seeking elite orthopaedic expertise delivered with humanity.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive Foot & Ankle surgical care in outpatient and operative settings
• Manage the full spectrum of Foot & Ankle pathology, including trauma, sports injuries, deformity, arthritis and reconstruction
• Build and expand the Foot & Ankle service line
• Collaborate closely with referring physicians, therapists, and surgical partners
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Contribute strategically to practice development initiatives

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Completion of Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
• Fellowship training in Foot & Ankle Surgery
• Board certified or board eligible
• Eligible for medical licensure in Texas
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Alignment with a high-touch, boutique subspecialty practice model

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with productivity incentives
• Partnership track opportunity
• Malpractice coverage
• CME allowance
• Retirement plan options
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Compensation structure will be designed to support long-term growth and shared success.

Schedule & Call

• Full-time clinical schedule
• Balanced operative and clinic time
• Minimal call burden
• Focus on efficiency and high-quality outcomes

Location – San Antonio, Texas

San Antonio offers a unique combination of economic growth, strong medical infrastructure, and exceptional quality of life. With no state income tax, vibrant culture, and proximity to Texas Hill Country, it provides an ideal setting for building both a career and a family life.

Who This Position Is For

• Values depth of expertise over high-volume general practice
• Seeks autonomy within a collaborative environment
• Wants to build something exceptional
• Is motivated to deliver unparalleled orthopaedic care

Equal Opportunity Employer

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