Foot & Ankle

Restoring stability, mobility, and comfort — step by step

Overview

Your feet and ankles bear the full weight of your body every day — so when they hurt, everything becomes harder. Whether it’s a sudden injury or chronic condition, foot and ankle issues can interfere with work, sports, or just daily walking.

At Catskill Orthopedics, Dr. Charles W. Episalla provides expert treatment for the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions, from simple sprains to complex reconstructions. With over 30 years of experience in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, he helps patients regain function and reduce pain through both surgical and non-surgical solutions.

Why Choose Catskill Orthopedics for Foot & Ankle Care?

Trusted experience in both routine and complex cases
Dr. Episalla is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and former Director of Orthopedic Surgery at Bon Secours Community Hospital and Garnet Health–Catskill. He treats patients of all ages, including athletes, laborers, and those with chronic joint or tendon problems.

Advanced care without the travel
We offer in-office evaluations and personalized treatment plans in our Ferndale and Goshen locations — providing top-tier foot and ankle care without the need to travel to a major hospital.

Surgical skill informed by decades of experience
Dr. Episalla performs a wide range of procedures including Achilles tendon repair, bunion and hammer toe correction, ligament reconstruction, and fracture fixation — always focusing on function, safety, and long-term results.

Compassionate, conservative-first approach
We begin with non-surgical options like bracing, injections, and shoe modifications. When surgery is needed, we use minimally invasive techniques where possible to reduce recovery time.

Common Lower Extremity Conditions We Treat

  • Ankle sprains and instability

  • Achilles tendon injuries or ruptures

  • Bunions and hammer toe deformities

  • Flatfoot and arch collapse

  • Plantar fasciitis and heel spurs

  • Foot and ankle arthritis

  • Fractures (ankle, heel, midfoot, toe)

  • Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction

  • Morton’s neuroma

  • Tarsal coalition

  • Lisfranc (midfoot) injuries

  • Toe pain and deformities (hallux rigidus, mallet toe)

  • Overuse injuries including tendonitis and stress fractures

Treatment Options

Non-Surgical Treatments:

  • Anti-inflammatory medications

  • Steroid or platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections

  • Custom orthotics and shoe modifications

  • Activity modification and physical therapy

  • Bracing or immobilization

Surgical Procedures:

  • Minimally invasive arthroscopy (ankle and hindfoot)

  • Achilles tendon repair or reconstruction

  • Ligament reconstruction for ankle instability

  • Fracture fixation with plates, screws, or pins

  • Joint fusion (arthrodesis) or debridement for arthritis