• Address

    619 Brighton Ave.,
    Portland, ME 04102

  • Address

    619 Brighton Ave.,
    Portland, ME 04102

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Osteomyelitis (an infection of the bone) can be caused by a variety of microbial agents (bacteria, fungus), the most common of which is staphylococcus aureus.

This serious infection can occur from a number of sources:

• It may enter bone through an injury, such as an open fracture with the bone ends piercing the skin.
• It can spread from elsewhere in the body or through the bloodstream.
• It can result from a chronic foot wound or infection, such as a diabetic ulcer.

To diagnose the condition, the foot and ankle surgeon will examine the area and may order blood tests and x-rays or other imaging studies. Treatment options include surgery and antibiotic therapy.

Maine Foot and Ankle Specialists

619 Brighton Ave.,
Portland, ME 04102

Office Hours

Monday  

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tuesday  

10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wednesday  

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thursday  

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Friday  

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Saturday  

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Sunday  

Closed