Surgical outcomes of an orthopedic group. Expertise in everyday foot care.
Dr. Ajdari practices within New Orleans Orthopedic Institute, an orthopedic group that supports high-level surgical care, while also providing general podiatric care. That means one physician can care for you from a routine concern to complex surgery, on both the Northshore and the Southshore.
Surgical expertise
Operative care for injuries, deformity and reconstruction
Ankle fracture repair
Surgical repair of ankle fractures, from simple breaks to complex injuries involving the joint.
Tibial fracture repair
Surgical treatment of fractures of the tibia (shin bone), including those that extend into the ankle.
Foot fracture & trauma care
Treatment of broken bones and traumatic injuries of the foot, from casting to surgical repair.
Ligament repair
Repair and reconstruction of torn or loose ligaments, including chronic ankle instability.
Tendon repair
Treatment of tendonitis and repair of torn or damaged tendons, such as the Achilles and peroneal tendons.
Nerve decompression
Evaluation of nerve pain and surgery to relieve pressure on compressed nerves of the foot and ankle.
Total ankle replacement
Joint replacement for selected patients with advanced ankle arthritis.
Joint fusions
Fusion of painful, unstable or arthritic joints of the foot and ankle.
Complex reconstruction
Correction of severe or post-traumatic deformity of the foot and ankle.
Bunion & hammertoe correction
Conservative care and surgical correction matched to the severity of the deformity.
Limb salvage & wound care
Advanced care for complex or non-healing wounds, aimed at preventing amputation.
General podiatry
Everyday care, prevention and non-surgical treatment
Sports medicine & biomechanics
Injury treatment and gait-based evaluation for athletes and active people.
Diabetic foot examinations & management
Routine exams and preventive care for people with diabetes, to catch problems early.
Charcot foot deformity
Early protection and long-term management, and reconstruction when needed.
Custom orthotics & AFOs
Custom-made orthotics and ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) for support, alignment, pressure relief and stability.
Heel pain & plantar fasciitis
Treatment from stretching and orthotics to advanced options for stubborn cases.
Tendonitis
Treatment of Achilles, peroneal and posterior tibial tendonitis, with attention to the mechanics that overload the tendon.
Nerve conditions
Care for numbness, tingling and burning in the foot, including neuroma and tarsal tunnel syndrome.
Pain management
Treatment plans to relieve ongoing foot and ankle pain.
Skin & nail conditions
Care for common skin and nail problems of the feet, including ingrown toenails.
General foot pain & pressure points
Evaluation and relief of foot pain, calluses and pressure points with padding, footwear changes and orthotics.
Congenital foot deformities
Evaluation and care of foot and ankle deformities present from birth, in children and adults.
Additional services
- Workers’ compensation
- Personal injury
- Cosmetic procedures
- Minimally invasive surgical techniques
Pediatric patients welcome. Most insurances accepted.
This page is for general education and is not a substitute for an examination and advice from a qualified clinician. Treatment recommendations depend on your individual situation. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911.