TESTIMONIALS

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I am so grateful to have come across CDA Foot and Ankle. I was suffering from a painful bunion and I can’t believe the transformation. The surgery was so quick! And the best part is you don’t have to be put under for it! Not to mention the doctor and the whole staff is so friendly and caring. I would 10/10 recommended to anyone needing surgery. Here’s my before and afters. I still have a bit of healing, as I am only a month out of surgery, but I couldn’t be happier with the results!

Kayla Allmer

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I am here to share my experience and help others to not be afraid of getting foot surgery because it is not scary at all, but that depends who you are going to. I traveled so far (2,767 Milessss) just to see Dr. Nunez because thats how good he is!!! Not a lot of doctors know & can preform Minimal invasive surgery like Dr. Orlando Nunez can. His procedure is the true definition of Minimal Invasive foot Surgery!
Today‼️ I Just got my foot done!!! 1 Day Post op & It looks really good so far. I already know its going to heal beautifully! Because I have seen all of his work/foot transformation. Also, I am back to work & wearing shoes. No need to take time off but its optional if you like. Below you will see my before surgery & right after surgery photos.

Kella Mendes

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Dr.Nunez is an amazing doctor.. I really like everybody that works there.. they are very professional and Very nice people… I’m almost 2 weeks post-op from my foot surgery…. Dr.Nunez was highly recommended from my primary doctor…

Cathy Salomon

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Just want to share with you what a fantastic experience I had with my foot surgery by Dr. Nunez. What a great breakthrough in the medical field. Just a few shots to numb the area, and in no time the procedure is done. Yes, completely awake! I only wish more doctors of other fields would learn how to do this great surgery… No more general anesthesia. Dr. Nunez and his staff are so friendly and helpful in your needs. Thank you for all you have done for me!

Lorie Gruhlke

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My name is Kem Nuesca; I have had the pleasure to be a patient / client of CDA Foot & Ankle clinic since June 2013. Over time I developed what is commonly known as “over usage” non-healing calluses on the ball of the foot, no matter how much pampering, the problem got worse. I could barely wear tennis shoes, and always in severe pain by the end of the day. With a lot of fear of having any surgery on my foot I waited until I couldn’t stand at the end of the day. I met Dr. Nunez and his staff for an Osteotomy of the 2 nd , 3 rd , 4 th , and 5 th metatarsals. Dr. Nunez with an outpatient surgical procedure corrected all my foot problems. It is now five months post op and I am pain free, walk normally, and no longer have to spend hours each day pampering my feet just to get any sleep at night. Dr. Nunez and all his staff work hand in hand, have guided my every step of the way, attended to any needs, and concern through this process. I have re- gained faith in our medical options available for foot and toe correction by choosing the right doctor. Thank you so much, CDA Foot & Ankle, Dr. Nunez and all your staff for the exceptional care and freeing my daily life of ongoing pain. I am happy to say I can even wear high heels which I never thought would be possible.

Kem Nuesca

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I am very happy to e able to write this review of the surgery and treatment I received at the Coeur D’Alene Foot and ankle Clinic and Dr. Orlando Nunez.

Having spent at least three months researching minimally invasive bunion surgery before deciding to go ahead with it at CDFA, I feel that any helpful information put out there for potential patients like myself is of immeasurable value.

I had many fears, concerns and questions about the surgery even after deciding on having it done at CDFA. I communicated via e mail and telephone with the wonderful staff – Laneil and Michelle – for a few months prior to the surgery, and they punctually and thoroughly answered every question and concern I had with detailed diagrams, photographs, and explanations.

We planned the surgery quite a bit in advance, as I was flying out from New York. (For anyone flying in to have the surgery from out of town – there is an Ameritel Inn and shopping center right next door which makes the stay very comfortable and easy to manage). I had my first appointment with Dr. Nunez on a Wednesday, during which he examined my feet and did X-rays etc. We discussed my options, he answered my redundant questions, I expressed my continued concerns – and then feeling quite confident and reassured that everything was going to be much less traumatic than I had imagined, I went off to my hotel for an evening of rest before the “big day”. The following morning I arrived for the surgery where Dr. Nunez’ surgical nurse, Rita, met me and prepped my for the procedure. She was wonderful! I felt relaxed and in great hands. Dr Nunez came in to greet me shortly thereafter, I was given a mild sedative and they began their work on my left foot. (I had decided to do one at a time so as to be walking with one surgical boot at a time). They injected the local anesthetic into my foot and began the procedure which to my surprise just flew by as I chatted with Rita. I felt no pain at all – maybe just a bit of pressure or tugging from my foot being handled. They bandaged my foot, fitted me with a post surgical boot, gave me an antibiotic and painkiller (which I did not wind up needing)and I was done. I walked out of the office and went and did some grocery shopping, all the while sort of wondering when I would start feeling pain. My foot was sore if I tried to stand on it without the boot, but with the boot, it was surprisingly fine.

They called me that evening to check in on me and then asked me to come in the next day so that Dr. Nunez could check my foot and change the dressing.

Friday morning I had my dressing changed and then had a pretty normal weekend – as normal as one can have in a surgical boot – and then went for my final post-op check up on Monday morning, as my flight back to New York was that afternoon.

Everything was fine, and my unbandaged foot didn’t even look particularly traumatized, which made me very happy as one of my primary concerns was about scarring. I am one of those bunion patients that didn’t have pain, but hated the look of the bunions – so that my surgery was really for cosmetic purposes.

I had my right foot done exactly one month later and now as I am writing this, I am 15 weeks post surgery on my left foot and 11 weeks on my right.

I was out of my boot and into a birkenstock sandal or roomy running shoe at 4 weeks post surgery. At this time I was able to walk quite normally and even start back with some squats and other non-foot-bending exercises. At about 6 weeks I was able to bend my forefoot more completely and start soft lunges etc.

There was still a small amount of swelling so that the main issue with shoes at this point was finding a large shoe with support that would go on and off easily and accommodate my temporarily bigger feet. At about 9 weeks, I was able to start back into my normal aerobic exercise routine with no trouble or residual stiffness. At this point the incision marks are barely visible, in fact some are completely gone. My feet look great and although I can still see a slight amount of swelling, I can tell that it is steadily going down as time passes. I couldn’t be happier with the results.

Dr. Nunez is one of the warmest, most patient, and gentle doctors I have every come across. He takes the time to explain any aspect of the procedure to you and does not take the patients’ concerns lightly. I cannot recommend him more highly – in fact – I am trying to convince him to open a practice in NYC!

All of my research on bunion surgery has most certainly paid off as it lead me to Dr. Nunez and consequently – great results! I only hope that this summary of my experience will help anyone out there considering bunion surgery. Information is key.

Thank you Dr Nunez and staff.

Juliana Merz

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For the first time in years I am moving and walking without pain! You not only corrected the pain in my feet, but in my back, hips, and sciatic nerve as well. The staff is so warm and friendly, the whole experience has been a pleasure! Thank you! Dr. Nunez is my favorite doctor!

Susan Sturgeon

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Happiness is no pain and no regrets. Your services to me over the past years have been totally great. The staff is fantastic and in all respects above average. I always feel welcome and taken care of in a manner that kinda makes me want to be with you all longer, yet never pressured to be gone. I do love you all.

Mike

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My husband and I have both had foot surgery done by Dr. Nunez. We have had nothing but good experiences while being treated there. He has a great staff, whom are pleasant and treat you with great care. If one has to go to the doctor, it is nice to go someplace pleasant!

Darla & Jim Coveney

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To anyone thinking of having this surgery…I highly recommend making the trip Idaho, it is well worth it. It was a wonderful experience and everyone in the office is very professional and will help you every step of the way with prompt follow up with every detail. Everyone in the office is very friendly, including the doctor. I plan to go back again to have my second foot done. Oh, I forgot to mention how great my foot looks.

Bonnie