Osteoarthritis of Foot near Potomac, MD

Biography: Dr. Michael L. Petranek is a native of the Washington, D.C. area. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Molecular Biology at Brigham Young University and continued his education at the California College of Podiatric Medicine where he earned a Doctorate in Podiatric medicine graduating as the Salutatorian. He completed a three-year surgical residency program at INOVA Fairfax and Georgetown University Hospitals. This specialized training enables him to diagnose and provide both conservative and surgical care for injuries, disorders, and diseases of the foot and ankle. Dr. Petranek enjoys working with patients of all ages and helping them return to full functional activity as soon as possible. Dr. Petranek is board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and is a Diplomat of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Hafner completed residency training in reconstructive foot & ankle surgery at the Yale - New Haven Medical Center. Dr. Hafner has been published for his original research. His training at Yale has given him an abundance of experience in elective, reconstructive and trauma procedures of the foot and ankle. He is board certified with the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and is on staff at UVA Prince William Medical Center, Reston Hospital Center, Stone Springs Hospital Center, Reston Surgery Center, Stone Springs Surgery Center and INOVA Loudoun Hospital. Dr. Hafner has recieved multiple distinctions of being named one of Northern Virginia Magazine's Top Doctors. His most recent recognitions include 2022, 2023 & 2024. Dr Hafner's approach to treating patients is through use of compassion and respect. Dr Hafner carefully listens to the patient's specific concerns and offers them the appropriate treatment options for their condition.