Dr. Ahmed is a valuable addition to Nilssen Orthopedics because she brings with her expertise in the treatment of disorders related to the ankle and foot. She performs open as well as arthroscopic surgery.
CONDITIONS AND PROCEDURES
Ankle Osteoarthritis
When you are experiencing pain in the ankle, it is often from a type of arthritis affecting this joint known as ankle osteoarthritis.
LEARN MORELisfranc Injury
This is an injury of the foot in which one or more of the metatarsal bones are displaced from the tarsus.
LEARN MORESyndesmosis Sprain
A syndesmosis sprain, also referred to as a high ankle sprain, occurs as a result of ligament damage in the ankle.
LEARN MOREHallux Rigidus
A form of degenerative arthritis, which can cause pain and stiffness in the metatarsophalangeal joint (the joint where your big toe—the hallux—joins your foot).
LEARN MOREFlat Foot
A condition in which the entire sole of the foot touches the floor when standing.
LEARN MOREOsteoarthritis of the Foot
Osteoarthritis is a type of arthritis that can cause pain and inflammation in any of the joints in the foot.
LEARN MOREBunions
A bunion, medically termed hallux valgus, occurs when the big toe leans too far into the second one and causes a swelling on the side of the big toe joint
LEARN MOREHammertoes
Hammertoes are a potentially serious problem for people who suffer from poor circulation or diabetes. It is easy to diagnose through a quick examination.
LEARN MOREPeroneal Tendinitis/Dislocation/Subluxation
The peroneal tendon’s primary function is to stabilize the ankle and foot, protecting them from sprains. Dislocation or subluxation is common if in athletes.
LEARN MORELigament Sprain/Instability
When you injure one or more ligaments in your ankle, typically on the outside of your ankle, it is known as an ankle sprain or sometimes called a ligament sprain/instability.
LEARN MOREOsteochondral Defect (OCD)
This is any type of damage to articular cartilage and underlying (subchondral) bone.
LEARN MOREDR. ERIK NILSSEN
ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON
As founder and guiding force behind the Nilssen Ankle and Foot Center, in Pensacola Florida, Dr. Nilssen devotes his passion for service to building the most premier center in the world. In addition to his practice, he also devotes time to mentoring both Sports Medicine and Foot & Ankle Fellows through the AREI Dual Fellowship Program.
DR. SONYA AHMED
ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON
Sonya Ahmed, MD is a board certified and fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon with expertise in treating disorders of the foot and ankle. Her surgical interests include arthroscopic and open treatment of all foot and ankle disorders, including athletic and reconstructive procedures as well as cartilage transplant procedures.
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