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  • Foot & Ankle Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery
  • 43 years of experience
  • Banner Surgery Center Camelback 2222 E Highland Ave Ste 100, Phoenix, AZ 85016

Brief Intro

Dr. Armendariz is an expert in the field of foot and ankle disorders, and general orthopedics. In fact, he is among a handful of surgeons in Arizona who perform total ankle replacements. He has been practicing since 1982, when he earned his medical degree from the University of Southern California (USC) School of Medicine in Los Angeles. He is board certified in orthopedic surgery and has extensive specialty training and years of experience in general orthopedics, foot and ankle trauma, and sports medicine. His education includes a fellowship in disorders of the foot and ankle at the prestigious Wagner Institute in Whittier, California, where he was also a consultant at the Kerlan Jobe Clinic. He performed both his orthopedic residency and internship at USC. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts, graduating Magna Cum Laude (member of Psi Chi National Honor Society) from Arizona State University in Tempe. Dr. Armendariz has published numerous articles in orthopedic publications, and presented on a variety of topics at medical centers, universities, and for professional organizations throughout the country. He serves on numerous committees, is vice chief of surgery for a major medical center, and has also held faculty positions for the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. He now teaches extensively on foot and ankle reconstruction. Dr. Armendariz is originally from Brawley, California. He lived in Sonora, Mexico until age 7.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Lac Usc Medical Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California - 1982

Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California - 1982

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Location & Hours

  • Banner Surgery Center Camelback
  • 2222 E Highland Ave Ste 100, Phoenix, AZ 85016
  • Mon:6:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:6:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:6:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:6:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:6:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery

Conditions Addressed

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Fractures, Dislocations, Derangement, and Sprains
  • Osteoporosis
  • Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
  • Bunions
  • Lateral Epicondylitis
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Internal Derangement of Knee
  • Internal Derangement of Knee Cartilage
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Procedures Performed

  • Physical Therapy

Insurance Accepted

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

  • Aetna
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Cigna
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  • Cancer 22
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 18
  • Orthopedics 35
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 27
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 34
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 37
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 13
  • Children's Hospital 6
  • Urology 32
  • Psychiatry 28
  • Geriatrics 34
  • Rehabilitation 19
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 3
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 4
  • Rheumatology 1
  • Long Term Care 5
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 3