Spencer Monaco, DPM
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Causes & Treatment Options for Sciatica
Pain that starts in the lower back and radiates down the back of the leg is what is commonly referred to as sciatica. The pain follows the path of the sciatic nerve down the leg which means that typically, only one side of the body is affected. The sensation that...
Recognizing the Signs of Tendonitis and How to Treat it
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, tendonitis causes more than 70,000 people to miss work per year. This is just one of many reasons why it is important to understand the symptoms of tendonitis so that you can avoid not only the pain but the inconvenience it...
What are Non-Surgical Treatment Options for a Herniated Disc
The spine consists of 26 bones called vertebrae and between them are cushion-like pads called “intervertebral discs”. The discs serve as shock absorbers for the vertebrae and help provide stability to the spine. When one of these intervertebral discs loses its normal...
SPECIALTIES
CLINICAL EXPERTISE
- Total Ankle Replacement
- Foot and Ankle Surgery
- Lower Extremity Trauma
- Arthroscopy
- Charcot Foot
EDUCATION/TRAINING
- Undergraduate — University of Pittsburgh
- Residency — University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)
- DPM — New York College of Podiatric Medicine
- Fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery — Aria 3B Orthopaedic Institute, Jefferson Health
CERTIFICATION
- Board Certified in Foot and Reconstructive/Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
- Pennsylvania Podiatric Medical Association
- American Podiatric Medical Association
- American Society of Podiatric Surgeons
INTERESTING FACTS
Dr. Monaco has been published in numerous journals and textbooks on various conditions affecting the foot and ankle. He received advanced training in Kurgan, Russia, at the Ilizarov Center, on circular ring external fixation. Dr. Monaco enjoys outdoor activities, hockey and traveling.
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