Lapiplasty® is a surgical technique used to address hallux valgus deformity (bunions). Unlike traditional methods, it focuses on correcting the alignment of both the big toe and the metatarsal bone that supports it. An interesting aspect of the Lapiplasty® technique is its use of specialized implants, which aim to enhance healing and minimize postoperative pain. This approach may reduce the risk of the deformity returning, potentially enabling patients to resume their regular activities sooner.

Physicians from Mercy’s Institute for Foot and Ankle Reconstruction (IFAR) recently visited the Helping Up Mission at 1029 E. Baltimore Street to provide free foot care and deliver new shoes and socks to those staying at the Mission. The initiative was powered by generous donations from Royal Farms and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Royal Farms contributed $5,000 in funding to directly support the footwear purchase, while Dick’s Sporting Goods, in partnership with Brooks Running, donated up to 100 pairs

12 reactions | Surgeon Dr. John Campbell of The Institute for Foot & Ankle Reconstruction at Mercy Medical Center appeared live in-studio at FOX45 to discuss the story of one of his patients, George Chmiel, who last September began a 3,000+ mile run across the country to raise dollars/awareness for U.S. armed forces veterans. | Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD | Facebook

22K views · 92 reactions | Since 2007, Mercy Medical Center and the Institute for Foot and Ankle Reconstruction at Mercy have taken part in “Hearts to Soles,” a national effort to provide routine foot care to the less fortunate. Mercy orthopedic surgeons provide free foot screens to the residents of the Helping Up Mission in Baltimore City | Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD | Facebook