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Foot & Ankle Surgery

Corrective and reconstructive foot and ankle care

Corrective and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery performed by experienced surgeons in our outpatient facility — designed to restore mobility and get you back on your feet.

Physicians

Meet the physicians

Board-certified specialists performing foot & ankle surgery procedures at ABQ Surgery Center.

Dr. Nathan Ivey

Dr. Nathan Ivey, DPM

Podiatrist & Foot and Ankle Surgeon

Founder of New Mexico Foot & Ankle Institute with specialty training in rearfoot and ankle reconstruction and minimal incision bunion surgery.

Areas of focus

  • Minimal Incision Bunion Surgery
  • Rearfoot & Ankle Reconstruction
  • Podiatric Sports Medicine
  • Shockwave & Laser Therapy
  • Custom Orthotics

New Mexico Foot & Ankle Institute

4343 Pan American Fwy NE, Suite 234, Albuquerque, NM 87107

Dr. Andrew Torigian

Dr. Andrew Torigian, DPM

Podiatrist & Foot and Ankle Surgeon

Fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon with extensive training in forefoot and rearfoot reconstruction, sports medicine, and diabetic limb salvage.

Areas of focus

  • Forefoot & Rearfoot Reconstruction
  • Sports Medicine
  • Diabetic Limb Salvage
  • Wound Care
  • Foot & Ankle Trauma

New Mexico Foot & Ankle Institute

4343 Pan American Fwy NE, Suite 234, Albuquerque, NM 87107

What we treat

Procedures performed

  • Bunion correction (bunionectomy)
  • Hammertoe correction
  • Plantar fascia release
  • Achilles tendon repair
  • Foot & ankle fracture fixation
  • Tendon & ligament reconstruction
Common concerns

Conditions treated

  • Bunions & hammertoes
  • Plantar fasciitis & heel pain
  • Achilles tendon injuries
  • Foot & ankle arthritis
  • Sports & overuse injuries
  • Foot & ankle fractures
Why ABQ Surgery Center

Care built around your recovery

Get back on your feet

Procedures and recovery protocols designed to restore mobility and comfort.

Experienced surgical teams

Surgeons partnered with anesthesia and nursing teams who specialize in lower-extremity care.

Outpatient convenience

Same-day surgery with clear at-home recovery planning.

What to expect

Your care, step by step

A clear roadmap from your first visit through recovery.

  1. Step 1

    Diagnosis & planning

    Your surgeon evaluates your foot or ankle, reviews imaging, and recommends conservative or surgical treatment.

  2. Step 2

    Day of surgery

    Most foot and ankle procedures are performed under local or regional anesthesia at our outpatient center.

  3. Step 3

    Recovery & weight-bearing

    You'll go home with a boot, brace, or cast as needed, plus clear instructions on weight-bearing, elevation, and follow-up.

Frequently asked questions

Foot & Ankle Surgery questions, answered

Have questions about your procedure?

Our team can help you prepare for surgery, understand costs, and connect with the right specialist.