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Foot and ankle specialist Tyson Green, DPM, with Center for Orthopaedics, was a featured presenter at the recent European Association for the Study of Diabetes Annual Conference in Slovenia. This event represents the world’s largest gathering of medical professionals to examine all facets of the study of diabetes. Over 600 physicians and medical professional from around the world submitted presentation applications, and Dr. Green was one of only 52 chosen to speak. He presented research findings from one of the most extensive research projects to date evaluating diabetics’ higher incidence of healing problems after foot and ankle fractures. Dr. Green’s study was the first to look at diabetic bone health and the impact it has on the healing process for both surgical and nonsurgical fracture treatment.
Dr. Green has a special interest in diabetic foot care and is available to speak to area groups on this or any other foot and ankle topic. Appointments can be scheduled with Dr. Green in the Center for Orthopaedics’ Sulphur or Lake Charles office by calling 721-7236. |
