Duke Foot and Ankle Specialist Solves Complex Case, Restores Patient’s Ability to Walk

Cesar de Cesar Netto, MD, PhD, Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Foot and Ankle Fellowship Program Lead at Duke, helps Virginia woman recover after failed ankle surgery

When Lynne Barrett’s initial ankle surgery left her in pain and unable to walk, she spent months seeking answers—without success. A referral to Duke Health led her to Dr. Cesar de Cesar Netto, whose expertise in complex foot and ankle conditions offered a new path forward. After a successful surgery to lengthen tendons and realign her ankle, Barrett is back on her feet and enjoying life again.

“I think the most important part of her coming to Duke was finding someone to listen to her and give her the care that she deserved,” said Dr. de Cesar Netto.

Read moreCara Gillotti–Duke Health

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