
A. Michael Marasco DPM. FACFAS, CHCQM
Physician/Consultant
Medicine and Surgery of the Foot and Ankle
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219.629.4495
ASSURANCE
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A Web-Based Series designed to improve patient certainty in understanding their options
for treatment of the foot and ankle.
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Before beginning this web-based series you will need to read the following:
Information and activities provided in this web-based series does not imply that Dr. Marasco or any authored commentaries approves or endorses any product in the presentation. Conditions and disorders commonly are described in general. Information provided on footache.com is designed as a resource, for informational use and is not a substitute for professional medical advice from your personal physician. Only your personal healthcare provider should diagnose your healthcare problems and prescribe treatment.
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The following information is meant to be viewed in sequence however you can also click on any of the topics that you have an interest in.
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