Foot & ankle surgery in Metairie & Slidell, built around how you move.
Dr. Rustin Ajdari, DPM is an ABFAS Board Qualified podiatric surgeon practicing with New Orleans Orthopedic Institute, seeing patients in Metairie and Slidell for everything from sports injuries to complex surgical reconstruction.
Rustin Ajdari, DPM
Dr. Ajdari treats the foot and ankle as a complete mechanical system, pairing advanced surgical technique with the attentiveness of a small, personal practice. Raised in Southern California, he earned his B.S. in Biology and Psychology from UC Davis before completing his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland.
He went on to complete a forefoot and rearfoot surgical residency with the Ochsner Podiatric Surgical Residency Program in New Orleans, training under established podiatric and orthopedic foot and ankle surgeons. It was during residency that he put down roots in the greater New Orleans area, later gaining hospital experience in Slidell before joining New Orleans Orthopedic Institute.
His clinical focus spans common conditions — hammertoes, bunions, ingrown nails — through sports medicine, biomechanics, lower-extremity trauma, limb salvage, post-traumatic deformity correction, and complex surgical reconstruction. Every case starts with the full biomechanical picture, not just the site of pain, so both surgical and non-surgical plans are built for lasting results.
Dr. Ajdari is affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Surgical Hospital in Slidell and the Harvard Surgery Center in Metairie.
Surgical depth. Everyday care. One doctor.
Whether you need a surgical consultation or routine podiatric care, you'll see the same surgeon from the first visit.
Complex surgical reconstruction
Post-traumatic deformity correction and reconstructive procedures for cases beyond routine surgical scope.
Lower-extremity trauma
Fracture and traumatic injury care for the foot and ankle, from acute repair through recovery.
Limb salvage & wound care
Advanced wound management aimed at preventing amputation in complex or non-healing wounds.
Sports medicine & biomechanics
Injury treatment and surgical planning built around gait and full lower-extremity mechanics.
Bunions & hammertoes
Conservative management and surgical correction, matched to severity and goals.
Ingrown toenails
In-office treatment for infected, painful, or recurring ingrown nails.
Heel pain & everyday foot care
Routine and preventive podiatric care alongside the surgical practice.
Athletic injuries
Non-surgical treatment and return-to-activity guidance for sports-related injuries.
Diabetic foot examinations
Routine exams to check sensation, circulation and skin, so problems are caught early.
Nerve conditions
Evaluation and treatment of nerve-related foot and ankle symptoms such as numbness, tingling and burning.
Pain management
Treatment plans to relieve ongoing foot and ankle pain.
Skin & nail conditions
Care for common skin and nail problems of the feet.
Additional services
- Workers’ compensation
- Personal injury
- Cosmetic procedures
- Non-invasive procedures
Pediatric patients welcome. Most insurances accepted.
Metairie & Slidell, Louisiana
Both offices are New Orleans Orthopedic Institute locations, with one phone line for scheduling at either.
Metairie office
2520 Harvard Ave, 1st FloorMetairie, LA 70001
Phone: 985-326-8614
Surgical facility: Harvard Surgery Center Book Metairie visit
Slidell office
1810 Lindberg Dr., Suite 2400Slidell, LA 70458
Phone: 985-326-8614
Surgical facility: Our Lady of the Lake Surgical Hospital Book Slidell visit
Good to know before your visit.
Where does Dr. Ajdari see patients?
Dr. Ajdari sees patients at New Orleans Orthopedic Institute's Metairie office (2520 Harvard Ave, 1st Floor) and Slidell office (1810 Lindberg Dr., Suite 2400). Call 985-326-8614 to schedule at either location.
How do I make an appointment?
You can request an appointment online through the New Orleans Orthopedic Institute website at no-oi.com/appointment, or call 985-326-8614.
Does Dr. Ajdari see children?
Yes. Pediatric patients are welcome. Call 985-326-8614 or request an appointment online to schedule.
What insurance does Dr. Ajdari accept?
Most insurances are accepted. Because plans vary, call 985-326-8614 to confirm your coverage before your visit.
What foot and ankle problems does Dr. Ajdari treat?
Everything from common problems such as bunions, hammertoes, heel pain, and ingrown toenails to sports injuries, fractures, non-healing wounds, and complex reconstruction. Dr. Ajdari also provides diabetic foot examinations, care for nerve conditions and pain management, and skin and nail conditions. Additional services include workers’ compensation and personal injury cases, cosmetic procedures, and non-invasive procedures. Treatment plans include both surgical and non-surgical options.
Book through New Orleans Orthopedic Institute.
Most insurances are accepted and pediatric patients are welcome. Request an appointment online or call the office, and the team can confirm your coverage and which location is most convenient.