Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon
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- Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon – TruOrtho, PLLC | San Antonio, Texas
Position Summary
TruOrtho, PLLC is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon to join our highly specialized, physician-owned private practice in San Antonio.
This is not a high-volume, multi-specialty orthopedic group. TruOrtho is a supra-subspecialized orthopaedic practice built intentionally around focused expertise, aligned surgical philosophy, and an elevated patient experience.
We Are Looking for a Surgeon Who Values
- Technical excellence
- Thoughtful patient selection
- Collaboration with like-minded specialists
- Autonomy in private practice
- Delivering unparalleled, relationship-based care
This is an opportunity to build a premier Foot & Ankle service line within a practice that prioritizes quality over volume.
- Why TruOrtho? The Supra-Subspecialized Advantage
- Focused Expertise, Not Fragmented Orthopedics
TruOrtho is intentionally structured around fellowship-trained subspecialists rather than broad general orthopedics. This allows:
- Deep mastery of complex pathology
- Efficient and refined surgical workflows
- Clear community identity
- High-level referrals seeking specialized expertise
As our Foot & Ankle surgeon, you will develop a defined regional presence within a practice known for precision subspecialty care.
Like-Minded Surgical Partnership
You Will Practice Alongside Surgeons Who Value
- Meticulous surgical technique
- Evidence-based innovation
- Patient-specific surgical planning
- Long-term outcomes over short-term throughput
- Integrity in clinical decision-making
We believe orthopaedic surgery is both craftsmanship and responsibility. Alignment in philosophy matters.
Unparalleled Patient Experience
Our Model Is Built on Elevated, Patient-centered Care
- Extended new patient visits
- Clear surgical education and expectation management
- Emphasis on non-operative optimization when appropriate
- Accessible, responsive communication
- We are a relationship-based practice.
- Private Practice Autonomy
As a Physician-owned Practice, TruOrtho Offers
- Clinical independence
- Direct input into practice growth
- Agile decision-making without hospital bureaucracy
- Opportunity for equity partnership
- We believe surgeons should have control over how they practice medicine.
- About TruOrtho, PLLC
TruOrtho is a boutique orthopaedic subspecialty practice serving the greater San Antonio community. Our culture emphasizes:
- Surgical excellence
- Accountability
- Professional integrity
- Whole-patient care
- Sustainable growth
We are building a destination practice for patients seeking elite orthopaedic expertise delivered with humanity.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive Foot & Ankle surgical care in outpatient and operative settings
- Manage the full spectrum of Foot & Ankle pathology, including trauma, sports injuries, deformity, arthritis and reconstruction
- Build and expand the Foot & Ankle service line
- Collaborate closely with referring physicians, therapists, and surgical partners
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation
- Contribute strategically to practice development initiatives
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited institution
- Completion of Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
- Fellowship training in Foot & Ankle Surgery
- Board certified or board eligible
- Eligible for medical licensure in Texas
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Alignment with a high-touch, boutique subspecialty practice model
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary with productivity incentives
- Partnership track opportunity
- Malpractice coverage
- CME allowance
- Retirement plan options
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance (if applicable)
- Compensation structure will be designed to support long-term growth and shared success.
- Schedule & Call
- Full-time clinical schedule
- Balanced operative and clinic time
- Minimal call burden
- Focus on efficiency and high-quality outcomes
Location – San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio offers a unique combination of economic growth, strong medical infrastructure, and exceptional quality of life. With no state income tax, vibrant culture, and proximity to Texas Hill Country, it provides an ideal setting for building both a career and a family life.
- Who This Position Is For
- This opportunity is best suited for a Foot & Ankle surgeon who:
- Values depth of expertise over high-volume general practice
- Seeks autonomy within a collaborative environment
- Wants to build something exceptional
- Is motivated to deliver unparalleled orthopaedic care
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter outlining their clinical interests and long-term goals to:
- Liz Hebert
- Liz.Hebert@surgerypartners.com
- Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon at South Texas Spine Hospital a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Orthopedic Surgery — ranked against 367 active Orthopedic Surgery listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context
In Texas, the Physician weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$321k (372 salary observations; 3,428 listings), vs ~$309k nationally (9,900 salary observations; 65,260 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-11-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.1 / 10 · top 25% in orthopedic surgery | ranked against 367 Orthopedic Surgery listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physician median $658k (middle half $550k–$735k)114 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Texas vs national | $321k median in Texas | $309k nationally (+4%)372 state / 9,900 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Texas index 97.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Orthopedic Surgery listings in Texas | 30 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All physician listings in Texas | 1,559 active | 22,453 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas physician listings (all specialties): 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $75k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Orthopedic Surgery hiring demand | #16 of 28 specialties | postings stay open a median 40 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 137 postings, 89 closed |
| New Orthopedic Surgery listings | 347 in the last 30 days | 204 the 30 days before (+70%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physician pay trend (all specialties) | −2.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Implied production pay | ~$408k | $48/wRVU × 8,500 wRVUsCMS CPT frequencies; WeekdayDoc listing median $/wRVU |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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