Dr. David B. Kay, MD, FAOS
Orthopedist | Foot and Ankle Surgery
3975 Embassy Pkwy Akron OH, 44333Rating
3/5
About
Dr. David Kay is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Akron, OH. Dr. Kay specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Kay tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.
Education and Training
The University of Toledo College of Medicine 1980
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
Provider Details
Dr. David B. Kay, MD, FAOS's Expert Contributions
How bad does a bunion have to be for surgery?
Bunion pain is the main reason for bunion surgery. An evaluation is needed to determine the cause of the pain. Is it the toe prominence? Is it arthritis? Is it a combination of problems? The non-surgical treatment is to wear wider shoes and use anti-inflammatory medication. There are a variety of surgical options and a discussion as to what is best specifically for your problem is essential. You need to understand the postoperative care so you will have the best outcome. READ MORE
When is surgery needed for flat feet?
Surgery for flat feet is very complex depending on the cause of the flat foot. Some flat feet are from arthritis, some are from tendon and ligament instability and some are combinations of arthritis and soft tissue problems. The big question is how much trouble are you having? Can you navigate the steps? Do you have knee pain? Can you wear shoes without pain? What has been done nonoperatively? I always state that the full recovery from flat foot surgery is one year until we see maximal improvement. I would recommend an evaluation from a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty training in foot and ankle disorders. READ MORE
What should I do if my ankle hurts after running?
This is a great question. The first question is where in the ankle does it hurt? The front, the back, the inside or outside? What type of mileage and where in the run does it hurt and what type of surface are you running on? Is there abnormal shoe wear that shows a deformity? When I evaluate runners I evaluate core strength. If the core is weak the pelvis is not stable at foot strike and the foot has to compensate. What is the hip rotation and knee alignment? What is the running style heel/toe, mid-foot, or toe? Is the Achilles tight - it frequently is? I send my runners to our athletic trainer who is also a running coach for a complete evaluation including running. READ MORE
How do you fix a dislocated ankle at home?
A true ankle dislocation is a severe trauma and should only be managed by a board-certified orthopedic surgeon. If you feel that you have dislocated your ankle, what may actually have happened is the tendons on the outside of the ankle have dislocated(peroneal). READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from flat feet surgery?
Flatfoot surgery can be very complicated and can take extensive time for recovery. The surgery involves repair of multiple tendons and ligaments with bone realignment by cutting and reshaping or fusing bones together. I divide recovery into 3 phases; 1. Skin healing - this can take up to 3 weeks. 2. Partial bone and soft tissue healing to allow for weight bearing. The range can be 6-12 weeks. 3. Everything else. You are now weak from inactivity, the leg is weak, and the alignment is totally different from a lifetime of experience. The leg is now longer and the knee, hip, back, shoulder, and even the head alignment is different. Essentially, you have to learn to walk again. The swelling can take up to one year to improve. It's a long time commitment. I like to use this little verse: Your normal isn't normal, but it's your normal. Your new normal is normal, but not your normal until it becomes normal. David Kay READ MORE
How long after bunion surgery can you exercise?
It depends on the bunion surgery and your bone hardness. Some with hard bone and mild corrections can return to activity at 6 weeks others 12 or more. In the meantime isometric and range of motion exercises should be ok with the direction of your surgeon David Kay READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Professor Orthopedic Surgery NEOMED 2010 - Present
Treatments
- Arthritis
- Bunion
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pain
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Hammer Toe
- Callus
- Leg Ulcer
- Stress Fracture
Professional Memberships
- College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics
- American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Fellowships
- University of Southern California foot and ankle surgery
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Get to know Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. David B. Kay, who serves patients throughout the State of Ohio.
A top orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Kay is affiliated with Crystal Clinic Orthopedic Center, seeing patients at their offices in Montrose, Cuyahoga Falls, Medina, and Beachwood. He specializes in total joint replacement, foot & ankle reconstruction, bunions, arthritis, and flat feet.
Crystal Clinic Orthopedic Center, a physician-owned orthopedic hospital, brings together Greater Akron’s most respected group of orthopedic surgeons at convenient locations. Its board-certified surgeons have the training and knowledge to improve patients’ quality of life. Furthermore, most of the physicians have additional specialty-specific fellowship training.
Recently, Dr. Kay founded and serves as Managing Partner of Extremity Development Company (EDC), an incubator led by an investment group of internationally renowned orthopedic surgeons to spinout individual standalone companies in a range of orthopedic specialties.
Alongside his role at EDC, he is a Clinical Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Northeast Ohio Medical University. In the past, he has been affiliated with Orthohelix and Akron General Hospital.
Pertaining to his educational background, Dr. Kay earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Ohio – Toledo. He then went on to complete his residency at Akron General Medical Center, and his fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at the University of Southern California.
Since 1989, he has been board certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS). The ABOS is an organization with the goal of establishing educational and professional standards for orthopedic residents and surgeons as well as evaluating the qualifications and competence of orthopedic surgeons.
A Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (FAAOS), Dr. Kay is also a proud member of the American Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Society.
Orthopedic surgery is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and non-surgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders.
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