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  • Orthopedic Surgery, Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • 34 years of experience
  • Strong Memorial Hospital 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642
  • (585) 275-2100

Brief Intro

Dr. Flemister specializes in all aspects of adult and adolescent foot and ankle disorders. He has extensive experience in sports injuries and complex reconstruction of the foot and ankle. Dr. Flemister earned his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine and completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at SUNY Health Science Center and a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery in the Tampa Orthopaedic Program. His research focuses on the operative and non-operative treatment of the posterior tibial tendon and he has received an NIH grant to study this disease process. He has authored several medical journal articles and textbook chapters on various aspects of foot and ankle surgery. He is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, an Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Chief of Foot and Ankle Surgery at URMC.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Suny Health Science Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Howard University College Of Medicine - 1991

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • Russian

Location & Hours

  • Strong Memorial Hospital
  • 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642

Specialties Treated

  • Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery

Conditions Addressed

  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Bunions
  • Fractures, Dislocations, Derangement, and Sprains
  • Osteoarthritis
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Procedures Performed

  • Lower Leg/Ankle Fractures and Dislocations
  • Occupational Therapy Evaluation
  • Lower Leg/Ankle Fractures and Dislocations
  • Physical Therapy
  • Bunion Surgery
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Univera Healthcare
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Tricare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Elderplan
  • Wellcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
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