

Orthopaedics
Matthew Buchanan, M.D.
Specialist, Foot and Ankle Surgery
Arlington, VA
Dr. Matthew Buchanan, M.D., is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing exclusively in foot and ankle conditions at Nirschl Orthopaedic Center in Arlington, Virginia. With over 25 years of experience, he treats a broad spectrum of disorders including ankle arthritis, foot arthritis, Charcot foot, flatfoot deformity, hammertoe, bunions, Achilles tendon ruptures, complex traumatic injuries, sports injuries, and diabetic foot complications requiring limb salvage. He ser
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
Education & Training
- Medical School: The Ohio State University College of Medicine (MD)
- Residency: West Virginia University (Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Fellowship: Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Center (Foot and Ankle)
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Foot & Ankle Surgery
Conditions & Treatments
Foot & Ankle SurgeryAnkle SurgeryAchilles Tendon Repair
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Inova Health System
- Virginia Hospital Center
- Inova Fairfax Hospital
- VHC Health
Languages
English
Experience
25+ years in practice