ACFAS is a professional society of more than 8,000 foot and ankle surgeons.
Founded in 1942, the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) is dedicated to advancing the art and science of foot, ankle, and lower extremity surgery. The College supports foot and ankle surgeons, promotes excellence in patient care, and strives to elevate the standards of education and surgical expertise in the field.
ACFAS member physicians are Doctors of Podiatric Medicine (DPMs) who have graduated from accredited four-year podiatric medical schools in the United States and have completed extensive surgical residency programs lasting up to four years. All Fellows of the College are certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS). Many ACFAS members further enhance their skills with fellowship training in various subspecialties of foot, ankle, and lower extremity surgery. No other medical specialty provides this level of specialized training and board certification in foot and ankle surgery.
The history of the College is told through The Evolution of a Profession: The First 75 Years of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Written by historian Kenneth Durr, PhD, with Jerome S. Noll, DPM, FACFAS, the book is available to members in print and online. Numerous appendices include a list of all known regular members since 1942.
Past presidents of ACFAS from 1942 to the present.
Congratulations to the recipients of the ACFAS Distinguished Service Award.