Loading Page
Barry Meskin, DPM is a podiatrist in San Francisco, CA specializing in foot & ankle surgery and podiatry (foot & ankle medicine). He graduated from Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine. Barry Meskin, DPM is affiliated with Sutter Health and California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC).
2 Connecticut Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
45 Castro Street #337
San Francisco, CA 94114
Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)
Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.
Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.
After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.
Barry Meskin, DPM graduated from Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine. He completed residency at Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine. He has a state license in California.
Medical School: Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine
Residency: Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine
Licensed In: California
Barry Meskin, DPM is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Barry Meskin, DPM has a high overall rating with an average of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Barry Meskin, DPM from all over the web to help you find the right in San Francisco, CA.
These charts describe general payments received by Barry Meskin, DPM. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
|
$1,750
$1,750 |
||||||
|
$165
Senza Spinal Cord Stimulation System $131 |
Omnia $34 |
|||||
|
$124
Biomet Orthopak $124 |
||||||
|
$102
XTAMPZA $75 |
Xtampza ER $27 |
|||||
|
$93
ZTLido 30 POUCH in 1 CARTON 1 PATCH in 1 POUCH $71 |
ZTLido $22 |
|||||
|
$311
PAIN MANAGEMENT $59 |
Lorzone $35 |
QUTENZA $32 |
Lapiplasty System $29 |
Ultrasound Bone Healing $27 |
Other $129 |
| $1,813 | |
| $733 |
Dr. Barry Meskin's areas of specialization are foot & ankle surgery and podiatry (foot & ankle medicine). Areas of expertise for Dr. Meskin include deformity correction, strains, and neuroma. Dr. Meskin completed his residency training at Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine. He is professionally affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC). According to Sutter Health, new patients are welcome to contact Dr. Meskin's office in San Francisco, CA.
