Dr. Michael R. Black, D.P.M. is a double Board Certified Podiatric Surgeon specializing in Foot and Ankle Surgery, with board certifications in Foot Surgery and Rearfoot Reconstruction and Ankle Surgery. Dr. Black completed his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at the esteemed Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. Following this, Dr. Black completed a podiatric surgical residency at Swedish Medical Center.
Dr. Michael R. Black, D.P.M. is a double Board Certified Podiatric Surgeon specializing in Foot and Ankle Surgery, with board certifications in Foot Surgery and Rearfoot Reconstruction and Ankle Surgery. Dr. Black completed his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at the esteemed Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. Following this, Dr. Black completed a podiatric surgical residency at Swedish Medical Center.
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Dr. Black explains things well. He answers all questions. He doesn’t make you feel rushed. I only wish he had x-rayed both ankles & feet. He is excellent in his profession.
(3 days ago)
Feb-2026
Excellent care, very friendly, made good, personalized comments, felt very welcome
(4 days ago)
Feb-2026
Everyone in that office is so nice and considerate. Dr Black is phenomenal
(6 days ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Black was very thorough and provided me with information that my previous Ortho doctor had not. He’s extremely patient and has good bedside manner.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Professional, personable , and explains everything. Great
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Black is always very patient and explaining procedures and procedural results. I always appreciate his time and thoroughness with which he explains everything to me.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Explains things very well
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Listened and took his time explaining to me my options
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
He is so nice and careful and explains everything. Gives options!
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
very knowledgeable but cut me off mid sentence saying he had to keep moving and walked out
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
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Fort Myers
12670 Creekside Lane Fort Myers, FL 33919
Dr. Michael R. Black, D.P.M. is a double Board Certified Podiatric Surgeon specializing in Foot and Ankle Surgery, with board certifications in Foot Surgery and Rearfoot Reconstruction and Ankle Surgery. With expertise in various areas, including foot and ankle arthritis, complex fractures, tendon and joint contractures, foot deformities, and post-traumatic joint disease, he has dedicated his practice to providing exceptional care.
Dr. Black completed his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at the esteemed Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. Following this, Dr. Black completed a podiatric surgical residency at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, WA. This also included advanced surgical training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery at the Sigvard Hansen Foot and Ankle Institute at Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington in Seattle as well as additional training in foot and ankle traumatology at Kaiser Permanente in San Francisco, California.
Throughout his career, Dr. Black has pursued continuous professional development and underwent advanced training in internal fixation of the foot and ankle, microneurovascular surgery, and Illizarov external ring fixation for the correction of limb deformities.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Black holds a prominent faculty position at the Podiatry Institute, headquartered in Decatur, Georgia. He is widely recognized as a distinguished speaker for both the Podiatry Institute and the International Foot and Ankle Foundation for Education and Research, contributing his expertise on a national level.
Dr. Black's professional achievements include being recognized as a Diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, which is a testament to his exceptional qualifications in the field. Furthermore, he is honored as a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, showcasing his commitment to advancing podiatric medicine and surgery.
Dr. Black explains things well. He answers all questions. He doesn’t make you feel rushed. I only wish he had x-rayed both ankles & feet. He is excellent in his profession.
Excellent care, very friendly, made good, personalized comments, felt very welcome
Everyone in that office is so nice and considerate. Dr Black is phenomenal
Dr Black was very thorough and provided me with information that my previous Ortho doctor had not. He’s extremely patient and has good bedside manner.
Professional, personable , and explains everything. Great
Dr. Black is always very patient and explaining procedures and procedural results. I always appreciate his time and thoroughness with which he explains everything to me.
Explains things very well
Listened and took his time explaining to me my options
He is so nice and careful and explains everything. Gives options!
very knowledgeable but cut me off mid sentence saying he had to keep moving and walked out