Carolina Foot & Ankle Specialists

about us

           Dr. Plumley            |             Dr. Liberatore            |             Dr. Strauss

Welcome to Carolina Foot & Ankle Specialists, PA and thank you for choosing us to help you with your foot/ankle problem. Our doctors have provided quality comprehensive foot and ankle care to patients in Gastonia and the surrounding communities for over 16 years.

We provide comprehensive, state of the art treatment for all foot and ankle problems using the most modern and innovative techniques available. We specialize in foot care for the diabetic patient. All Diabetic patients need a Podiatrist on their healthcare team and we would be honored to be on yours.

We have recently relocated to a new facility on Court Drive directly in the heart of your medical community. Our practice provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for all foot and ankle problems. Dr. Liberatore, Dr. Plumley and Dr. Strauss are all on staff at Gaston Memorial Hospital.

We specialize in:

MEDICAL TREATMENT FOR:
· Heel pain disorders and plantar fasciitis
· Fractures, sprains, and other foot injuries & emergencies
· Nail problems (ingrown, fungus or deformed nails)
· Plantar warts, corns and calluses

RECONSTRUCTIVE FOOT & ANKLE SURGERY:                                               
· Hammertoes                  · Bunions                                                              
· Neuromas                      · Metatarsal problems
· Heel problems               · Arthritic deformities
· Bone spurs                     · Flatfoot reconstruction
· Metatarsal problems       · Cavus foot reconstruction
· Nerve entrapment

COMPLETE MANAGEMENT OF DIABETIC FOOT PROBLEMS:
· Ulcer prevention and reoccurrence
· Diabetic foot education and routine care
· Surgery to correct underlying deformities that cause complications
· Casting/dispensing of molded shoes or extra depth shoes
· Orthotic devices, innersoles and other pressure relief devices
· Diabetic wound management
· Treatment of Charcot foot

OTHER SERVICES:
· Physical Therapy
· In-Office x-rays
· Custom molded shoes, foot orthotics and arch supports
· Shock wave therapy for heel pain
· In-Office or hospital surgery

 

We participate with all health care plans in the area. Your referral is the highest compliment we can receive. We look forward to treating you with the highest quality foot care available in the area.

 

Dr. Robert A. Liberatore

Dr. Robert A. Liberatore is the founding physician of Carolina Foot & Ankle Specialist. He has been practicing here in Gastonia since 1990. He is board certified by The American Board of Podiatric Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Orthopaedics. He graduated from The Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia.

Board Certified: American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Board Certified: American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics
Fellow: American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons
Fellow: American College of Foot & Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine

 

Dr. E. Jason Plumley

Dr. E. Jason Plumley recently joined us after completing his surgical residency at The Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati. He graduated from Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in 2002 with a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree.

Associate: American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons
Member: American Podiatric Medical Association

 

Dr. Kristine M. Strauss

Dr. Kristine M. Strauss has been in Gastonia since 2002. She obtained her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. Her surgical residency was at St. Michael Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio.

Associate: American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons
Member: North Carolina Foot & Ankle Society and American Diabetes Association