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Premier Foot and Ankle Center
Podiatry & Hand & Upper Extremity Orthopedic Surgery located in Worcester & Webster, MA
ABOUT US
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At Premier Foot & Ankle Center and Elite Upper Extremity & Plastic Surgery, our mission is simple — to help you move comfortably, heal fully, and feel your best.
With offices in Worcester (at St. Vincent Hospital) and Whitinsville, Massachusetts, we provide expert care for conditions involving the foot, ankle, hand, wrist, and upper extremity. (Our Whitinsville office offers podiatry services only.)
Care You Can Trust. Results You Can See.
Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or simply want to stay active, our team offers personalized care using today’s most advanced treatments and minimally invasive techniques. We treat patients of all ages — from kids to seniors — in a welcoming, supportive environment.
Conditions We Commonly Treat
Foot & Ankle: bunions, hammertoes, heel pain, Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, ingrown toenails, warts, fungal nails, arthritis, fractures, flat feet, reconstructive surgery, revisional surgery, sports medicine, wounds, and diabetic foot concerns.
Hand & Upper Extremity: carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, tennis elbow, wrist pain, arthritis, fractures, and other injuries of the hand, wrist, and elbow.
At Premier Foot & Ankle Center and Elite Upper Extremity & Plastic Surgery, you’ll receive expert, compassionate care with a gentle touch — because your comfort and confidence matter to us. Let's get you back to doing what you love.
Call us today to schedule your appointment.
What we offer
Services
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Sports Medicinemore info
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Bunionsmore info
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Diabetic Foot Caremore info
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Flat Feetmore info
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Hammertoesmore info
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Ingrown Toenailsmore info
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Neuromasmore info
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Plantar Fasciitismore info
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Wartsmore info
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Foot & Ankle Surgerymore info
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Arthritismore info
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Achilles Tendonitismore info
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Foot Painmore info
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Toenail Fungusmore info
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Orthoticsmore info
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Minimally Invasive Surgerymore info
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Heel Painmore info
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Ankle Painmore info
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Tennis Elbowmore info
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Child Foot Disordersmore info
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Carpal Tunnel Syndromemore info
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Wrist Painmore info
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Hand & Wrist Fracturesmore info
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Sports Injuriesmore info
OUR MISSION
Your visits with us are all about you, your happiness, your comfort and your health. Our patients expect and receive the finest care with a gentle touch each and every time they see us. The more you know, the better equipped you are to make wise decisions about your health care. Among our most important functions is to educate our patients as to their treatment options. We take the time to speak to you about your treatment goals and we will make recommendations allowing you to make the most educated health care decisions.
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Testimonials
Words from our patients
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"Dr Knabel is knowledgeable and articulate and seems very enthusiastic about his work in surgical podiatry."
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"They listened to my needs and I never feel rushed out during an appointment. Dr. Schaffer is great!"
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"I would recommend Dr. Schaffer to anyone having hand or elbow problems. I think he's great!"
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Will not find a better doctor did wrist surgery on me. Can’t believe how good it came out still recovering unbelievable what this guy can do I would send anyone to him. v
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Absolutely fabulous. Recovery to no time. Dr Schaffer and staff are the best
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