Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery
Patrick Barousse,
MD, MPH
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon | Fellowship-Trained Foot & Ankle Specialist
North Oaks Orthopedic Specialty Center · Hammond, LA
Professional duties
Roles and affiliations
Team Physician
Southeastern Louisiana University
NorthOaks Health
Chief of Surgery · 2026–2028
Who we care for
The same standard of care, whatever your starting line.
A twenty-year-old rehabbing an ankle and a fifty-year-old considering bunion surgery deserve the same expertise, the same candor, and the same welcome.
Conditions we treat
Care for the full range of foot and ankle problems.
Achilles Tendinitis
Painful, degenerated Achilles tendon at the heel or midportion, treated with a graded plan to restore strength and activity.
Achilles Tendon Tear
Sudden injury to the Achilles tendon that may cause pain, weakness, and difficulty walking or returning to sports.
Ankle Fractures
Breaks involving one or more bones around the ankle that can range from stable injuries treated in a boot to unstable fractures requiring surgery.
Foot Fractures
Fractures of the bones of the foot ranging from simple injuries that heal in a boot to more complex fractures requiring surgical treatment.
General Trauma & Orthopedic Injuries
Care for fractures, dislocations, and acute orthopedic injuries involving the upper and lower extremities.
Ankle and Leg Deformities
Evaluation and treatment of alignment, rotation, and limb-length problems that can affect walking, function, and activity.
Bunion Surgery
Modern correction of hallux valgus, including minimally invasive approaches.
Foot Arthritis
Durable pain relief for advanced arthritis and unstable joints.
Foot Deformities
Flatfoot, high arch, and complex deformity corrected to restore a stable, functional foot.
Ankle Sprain Repair
Lateral ligament repair for ankles that keep giving way after repeated sprains.
Hammer Toe Surgery
Straightening painful, rigid toe deformities that no longer fit comfortably in shoes.
Lisfranc Injury
Midfoot injuries that are easy to miss and important to treat correctly the first time.
Metatarsal Fractures
Forefoot fractures, from simple breaks to Jones fractures in athletes.
Plantar Fasciitis
Persistent heel pain treated conservatively first, with clear next steps if it lingers.
Stress Fractures
Overuse injuries in runners and athletes, with a graded return-to-training plan.
Charcot
Charcot neuroarthropathy managed to protect the foot and prevent breakdown.
Sports Injuries
Foot and ankle injuries in collegiate and recreational athletes at every level.
Ankle Arthritis / Total Ankle Replacement
Motion-preserving replacement and other options for worn, painful ankle joints.
Let's talk about getting you moving.
Consultations are unhurried, and you'll leave knowing your options.