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He did a great job on the surgery but I haven't seen him since before the surgery. His PA has done all of the follow up.
Dec-2019
He was very forthright and clear and his recommendations.
Nov-2019
Dr. Fanning was very professional.
He quickly diagnosed my problem and explained it in terms that I could understand.
Oct-2019
I would have appreciated Dr. Fanning coming into the exam room on one of my follow-up visits post-surgery. His PA was always the provider I saw, which was fine because he is also very good.
Oct-2019
Dr. Fanning is a true professional. Did a great job.
Oct-2019
Very thorough assessment and friendly attitude. Taking appropriate time to answer all of your questions.
Oct-2019
I always have a great appt.
Oct-2019
Carrie fit me in the same day for an x-ray when I called in. Dr. Fanning personally called me with the results after 5:00 that day. Most doctors do not call you personally AND it was after hours!
Sep-2019
Post surgery so didn't see the doctor, but his PA, Jared, is very nice, knowledgeable and well trained.
Aug-2019
This was my second appointment with Dr Fanning. My surgery is scheduled and I’m satisfied with the options.
Aug-2019
So pleased with the service and help from not only Dr Fanning but also his staff.
Aug-2019
Very knowledgeable and expressed his concern quite well enough to wear I could face a decision head on. Gave me the information and then gave me the option to choose. I really really was impressed!
Aug-2019
Felt very comfortable with Dr. and staff.
Aug-2019
Very impressed with Dr. Fanning’s professionalism and knowledge. In addition, he is very pleasant, and easy to talk to.
Aug-2019
Really helped me work through a reasonable plan to correct my foot problem.
Aug-2019
Dismissive
Aug-2019
Great doc!
Aug-2019
He is always kind and caring!
Jul-2019
He is by far the best choice were the job he is methodical and excellent at what he does I would wreck him in him to everyone
Jul-2019
Excellent people and great manners. All of his staff listens to me.
Jul-2019
Very compassionate, personal, laid back, with an objective plan of treatment. Very like able.
Jul-2019
I believe he's a great surgeon and I am still recovering from surgery so guess I'll really know more in the next few months. I like that he is thorough prior to surgery and I really like Jared, his PA
Jul-2019
Dr. Fanning listened to my concerns and my priority of continuing to run. He gave suggestions based on that. He gave me options and let me decide what I wanted to do. He then gave me a script to follow through.
Jul-2019
Best doctor I have
Jun-2019
Dr Fanning is an excellent doctor. He and his staff took very good care of me during my two foot surgeries!
Jun-2019
Dr Fanning is awesome as I have had lots of trouble & he got it right so I am totally happy w/him.
Jun-2019
I trust Dr Fanning fully.
Jun-2019
Dr Fanning is honest and always takes excellent care of me!
Jun-2019
Direct and personal. Very knowledgeable. Dr Fanning diagnosed an issue I’ve been fighting for three years.
May-2019
My particular problem was handled very well , all staff very professional and John was very knowledgeable answer all my questions and came up with a plan for me that works.
May-2019
Dr. Fanning is very thorough and professional.
May-2019
Dr. Fanning is caring, considerate, deliberate and thorough. He gives you lots of options for care and doesn't push surgery, although he does give surgery as an option. If something doesn't work, he tries something else and doesn't give up !
May-2019
Very professional, very nice and very knowledgeable!
May-2019
Explains things well. Very nice person to deal with. My surgery wasn’t 100% effective in relieving pain, but it was a new type of partial joint replacement material.
May-2019
Wonderful visit,. Great thoughts for a plan to provide solutions to problem! Highly recommend Dr. Fanning!
May-2019
Kudos to Dr Fanning & Jarred for my recent foot surgery! I can paint my toenails again! Everyone at AOA is great!
May-2019
Dr. Fanning took a chance on my very complicated ankle injury to my Talus. He is a top surgeon in my book. He did a fantastic job fusing my ankle and giving me the guidelines and tools I needed to heal appropriately. I would chose this surgeon again
May-2019
I appreciated the in-depth follow up. He answered many questions and relieved some concerns I had.
May-2019
John is the man. But Carrie makes ir happen.
Thanks Hainesey
May-2019
Well pleased with the operation and follow-up with Dr. Fanning, the staff and support persons.
Apr-2019
Dr fanning answers all of my questions thoroughly and I have never felt rushed during my appointments. Jared is equally helpful with explaining everything to me.
Apr-2019
Trying therapy before surgery, I appreciate that.
Apr-2019
Love what he did to my foot. Big operation on all toes on left foot.
Long recovery. Worth every minute of it. Looks and feels great now. Thank you and your team.
Apr-2019
Got right to the point. Gave me all the options for my situation and answer ed all my questions.
Apr-2019
Zeff he was very good doctor
Apr-2019
Saw PA. Pleasant, knowledgeable, explained options and procedures well.
Apr-2019
Much appreciater his dedication and expertise.
Apr-2019
Excellent manner. Listens well and found just the right fix for my problem.
Apr-2019
Very thorough and helpful. Felt at ease
Apr-2019
Dr Fanning was very attentive and I felt he took time to evaluate my problem and offered suggestions to improve my condition other than surgery,
Apr-2019
Dr Fanning is a good listener and thoughtful in diagnosis. Great manner with patients!
Apr-2019
After waiting for over a month to get in to see the doctor, I was seen by the PA, I had some x-rays done, no one went over the results with me, moreover, as I was leaving I seen my x-rays up at the nurses station on a viewing stand .
Apr-2019
I felt very confident that Dr. Fanning would be able to help with my foot problem.
Apr-2019
Pleasant to deal with, knowledgeable, and willing to talk to you at lengths to explain your alternatives.
Mar-2019
Confident, helpful, gave all options,and answered all my questions and addressed my concerns.
Mar-2019
Listens to you and explains what needs to be done
Mar-2019
He certainly knows his stuff and is the best there is. Had my right ankle broke on each side and he did a fantastic job. Hopefully he will be with your office for years to com.
Mar-2019
He has done a Marvelous Job on my Ankle & I am so Thankful that it is healing this time.
Mar-2019
Dr. Fanning's PA is the person I have seen since the surgery. He is excellent. He has a great bedside manner and quality medical knowledge.
Mar-2019
Dr. Fanning was thorough and clearly presented the options available to address my problem in a way we could understand. He kept me waiting for almost an hour in the exam room and then waiting on X-ray results despite that he was excellent
Mar-2019
Very impressed with Dr Fanning. He read my X-ray, visual hands on of my ankle and spoke very straight forward about my situation. We arrived at a very sensible approach for me. I will continue in his care.
Mar-2019
Surgery was done well and competently. I've not seen him in the office but once, which I find odd. The rest of the time, I see his PA, who is outstanding and has an outstanding bedside manner. I wish I'd known I wouldn't be seeing the dr.
Feb-2019
Dr Fanning is very kind and helpful. He always explains my options thoroughly!
Feb-2019
Excellent physician and I appreciated his explanations of my situation .
Feb-2019
Dr Fanning performed arch surgery on both of my feet. Not much pain involved. I would do it all over again. Very professional. Love all the staff too!
Feb-2019
Nice man but he really wasn’t able to make my Plantar Fasciitis go away.
Feb-2019
Very knowledgeable and listened to what I was saying and spent adequate time with me to address my issues; Thanks
Feb-2019
Thorough, seemed very caring.
Feb-2019
Everything was great except, not sure who was suppose to send or receive info for a prosthetic insert for my shoe, but my work comp/HR did not have copies of it. As long as the this gets fixed. Everything will be excellent.
Feb-2019
I feel he was very impersonal. I made a call back to ask a question and I have not heard back. He gave me two options non surgery/surgery. I got the impression he didn't want to mess with my foot.
Jan-2019
Decisive and through treatment. Only complaint would be wait time.
Feb-2019
Dr. Fanning took time to explain treatment options and was courteous. Will definitely go back to him for future visits if necessary.
Jan-2019
Perfect!
Jan-2019
Excellent doc.
Jan-2019
Only saw him twice - in the first office visit and in pre op. Husband saw him after surgery. Complicated surgery. He seems to be very busy.
Jan-2019
Had an excellent with Dr. Fanning. Having trouble with my left foot. Had x-rays done and was given several options for treatment. I chose orthotics and had molds done for them tgete. Very pleased with Dr. Fanning and with Mike.
Jan-2019
Dr. Fanning listens and explains well. He is conservative when it comes to deciding whether or not to do surgery.
Jan-2019
Dr. Fanning is very nice and professional. He explaned everything to me and is willing to work with me. I would recommend him to anyone.
Jan-2019
Excellent surgeon, but haven’t seen him since the surgery, just Jared! Jared is top notch in my books!
Jan-2019
You should see my toes now. Great
Jan-2019
Excellent doctor but staff not so good. Had to wait over an hour to see the doctor.
Jan-2019
Absolutely the best!!! He helped our son recover from a terrible injury to being one of top athletes in the state. He always took the time to listen and he genuinely cared about his recovery! Thank you Dr. Fanning!!!
Jan-2019
Very straightfoward. No BS. Told me my options and affered suggestions for progress in small steps until I decided to make a decision. Good followup. All good.
Jan-2019
Dr. Fanning discusses options and listens to your preferences. Very helpful physician and staff. Good surgical results
Jan-2019
I appreciate the fact that all my questions were answered and I didn’t feel rushed through my appointment.
Jan-2019
Superb doctor, highly recommended.
Dec-2018
Excellent. Took plenty of time with me deciding what needed to be done. Explained everything fully.
Dec-2018
Every one in that office is great
Dec-2018
This is my second ankle surgery with Dr Fanning. He has always been very caring and takes the time to answer any questions you may have. I would highly recommend him!
Dec-2018
he is the man
Dec-2018
Friendly and Knowledgeable. Listens well and answers any questions. My surgery is set for next week so I will update review afterwards, though I am very confident with Dr. Fanning and his staff
Dec-2018
Professional, excellent staff. Great surgical outcome.
Dec-2018
Very professional and knowledgeable of his specialty. I would recommend him to anyone.
Dec-2018
Thoughtful, caring, proposed several options and recommended the least invasive.
Dec-2018
Great Very good explanation about diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation. I left feeling like the entire staff really cared.
Dec-2018
My appointment was with Dr Fanning
& in Conversation Confirming the appointment it was confirmed that I was meeting Dr Fanning but I didn’t meet with him. They placed me with his assistant.
Dec-2018
Spent time with me.
Dec-2018
I like that he told me exactly what I need to done
Dec-2018
Outstanding
Dec-2018
Dr. Fanning and his staff have done an excellent job with my two feet reconstruction surgeries! Highly recommend!
Dec-2018
Very nice person.
Dec-2018
Very professional, very thorough with what he looking at. And explained things very well. He is also very personalable.
Dec-2018
He was very gentle and kind
Dec-2018
He was thorough, courteous and knowledgeable!
Nov-2018
Took the time to explain the procedures
Nov-2018
A caring, knowledgeable practioner who thoroughly presents treatment choices and possible outcomes. Worked well and generously with my other doctors.
Nov-2018
Dr Fanning is very thorough and professional1
Nov-2018
Very caring & tells you all your options! Jared is just as great!
Nov-2018
Not friendly
Nov-2018
Dr. Fanning took the time to explain everything regarding my concerns about bunionectomies. I truly appreciated that he was very up front and honest with me.
Nov-2018
Very professional staff, and absolutely quick and through attention to a patient's needs. First class from the front desk to Dr. Fanning himself.
Nov-2018
Dr. Fanning is a skilled surgeon and exceptionally concerned about his patients. His staff is excellent and knowledgeable
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Nov-2018
Dr. Fanning was very patient with me and answered all my questions so that I was very comfortable with understanding my diagnosis and options for care.
Nov-2018
Surgery,very good
Nov-2018
He has been so patient w/me & after 3 surgeries, we finally got it right. Was Not his Fault it didn't heal, twas me. God Bless Him.
Nov-2018
Dr and jarad do grea work staff was great as well
Nov-2018
I didn't have to wait long in any of the processes i went through at my visit and Dr Fanning was thorough and friendly.
Nov-2018
I really like Dr Fanning. He listens to your problems and explains things so that you fully understand what is wrong, or what needs to be done.
Dr. John Fanning is a fellowship-trained and board-certified surgeon specializing in foot and ankle disorders. He was born and raised in Wichita, Kansas, and obtained his medical degree from the University Of Kansas School Of Medicine – Kansas City, Kansas. He did an internship in internal medicine at Saint Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, and went on to do his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Kansas School of Medicine – Wichita, Kansas. He finished up by doing his fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at Baylor University Medical Center – Dallas, Texas.
Dr. Fanning joined the AOA practice in April 2000 and before that worked for a private practice in Overland Park, Kansas.
Dr. Fanning enjoys bird hunting and scuba diving with his wife and sons
Services:
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Subspecialties:
Foot and Ankle
Lower Extremities
Assisted By:
Jared Burns, PA
Fellowship:
Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgery
Baylor University Medical Center
Dallas, Texas
Residency:
University of Kansas School of Medicine
Wichita, Kansas
Medical Degree:
University of Kansas School of Medicine
Board Certification:
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery since 1996
License:
Kansas State Board of Healing Arts since 1989
Clinical Assistant Instructor:
University of Kansas School of Medicine
Residency Training Program
Clinic Days:
Tuesday & Thursday
He did a great job on the surgery but I haven't seen him since before the surgery. His PA has done all of the follow up.
He was very forthright and clear and his recommendations.
Dr. Fanning was very professional. He quickly diagnosed my problem and explained it in terms that I could understand.
I would have appreciated Dr. Fanning coming into the exam room on one of my follow-up visits post-surgery. His PA was always the provider I saw, which was fine because he is also very good.
Dr. Fanning is a true professional. Did a great job.
Very thorough assessment and friendly attitude. Taking appropriate time to answer all of your questions.
I always have a great appt.
Carrie fit me in the same day for an x-ray when I called in. Dr. Fanning personally called me with the results after 5:00 that day. Most doctors do not call you personally AND it was after hours!
Post surgery so didn't see the doctor, but his PA, Jared, is very nice, knowledgeable and well trained.
This was my second appointment with Dr Fanning. My surgery is scheduled and I’m satisfied with the options.