American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS)

The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) is a professional society of 5,500 podiatric foot and ankle surgeons. Founded in 1942, ACFAS’ goals are to promote the art and science of podiatric surgery, address the issues and concerns of the podiatric surgeon, and advance and improve standards of education and surgical skill.

ACFAS members reflect a high level of professional foot care, training and education. With a focus on preventive care and conservative treatment, members provide high quality, comprehensive care of the lower extremity.

ACFAS physicians are doctors of podiatric medicine who are graduates of accredited U.S. podiatric medical schools. ACFAS members have completed surgical residency programs of up to four years, and the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, the surgical board for foot and ankle surgery recognized by the Joint Committee on the Recognition of Specialty Boards, certifies all Fellows of the College. Many have additional fellowship training in various aspects of foot and ankle surgery. All ACFAS members are dedicated to surgical excellence in the treatment of foot and ankle disorders.

The ACFAS student chapter here at Rosalind Franklin University seeks these ends as well as educating students about the organization, profession, and skills of podiatric surgery. ACFAS does this through surgical skills workshops that include suture and anesthetics. ACFAS also sponsors speakers and forums throughout the year.

List/Description of Annual Events or Activities

  • ACFAS presents Dr. Rodriguez  “Surgical Cases” Lecture
  • Hallux Injection Block with Dr. Martin Yorath at the Scholl Foot & Ankle clinic: An introduction to Lidocaine, syringes, gauges & Injection Technique. Students practiced a hallux block on each other with instruction in a small group setting.
  • ACFAS presents Dr. Wu on “Prophylactic & Reconstructive Surgery for Diabetic Patient” and “Residency and Clerkship Pearls” Lecture
  • Lower Extremity Surgical Symposium in Chicago IL: Several Scholl ACFAS members attended the symposium to represent our organization.
  • P1 Suture Workshop: Introduction to workshop and Simple Interrupted Suture technique: Students practice technique on pork feet.
  • ACFAS Liaison meeting with Dr. Douglas Stoker and Michelle Brozell: Overview of membership on a national level, new website, residency, practice start up, advice for students
  • North Colorado Residency Program visit with Dr. Dyane Tower: Residency overview, program description
  • Scholl Surgical Symposium: 10 ACFAS members will be volunteering at the surgical showcase by working with registration, catering, speaker set up, and other duties
  • Dr. Rodriguez lecture: Ilizarov Charcot Foot reconstruction
  • Annual Fresh Cadaver Lab
  • Surgery Tote Bag Sale with ACFAS Logo
 ACFAS Officers

  • President – Carrie Kiser
  • Vice President of Organizational Affairs – Jess Nowak
  • Vice President of Fundraising and Public Relations – Maire Prybyl
  • Treasurer – Tom Cockayne
  • Secretary – Rachel Baisch
  • President-Elect –
  • P1 Suture Representatives -
  • P2 Suture Representatives -

Link: Visit ACFAS’s Website www.acfas.org

Organization’s Email: acfas@students.rosalindfranklin.edu

ACFAS Constitution

ACFAS Constitution