Patient Care

Two weeks before competitions, elite swimmer Victoria Weldon broke a bone in her foot. Dr. Jason Piraino then did what no one thought possible.

A team of orthopaedic specialists at UF Health Jacksonville provided exemplary care for the 2024 A Night for Heroes patient honoree, Harvey Doliner. They were able to save the patient’s arm after he accidentally ran into a plane propeller.

For runners, the feet and ankles are most vulnerable to injury. Be on the alert for signs of foot problems that can slow you down if not treated promptly.

Mark Taylor times his steps precisely, walking in a slow manner that allows him to successfully get from one point to the next.