Carson D. Strickland, M.D.


Carson D. Strickland, M.D.

Specialties

  • Foot & Ankle

Locations

  • Columbia
  • Lawrenceburg
  • Spring Hill

Biography

Conditions & Injuries Treated

Dr. Strickland treats the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions, including ankle pain, sports injuries, fractures, tendon injuries, arthritis, deformities, and complex reconstructive problems. Patients seek Dr. Strickland's expertise for conditions such as bunions, Achilles tendon injuries, ankle instability, flatfoot deformities, Charcot foot, and ankle arthritis, as well as foot and ankle fractures and traumatic injuries.

  • Foot & Ankle Osteoarthritis & Post-Traumatic Arthritis
  • Plantar Fasciitis & Heel Spurs
  • Bunions (Hallux Valgus) & Bunionettes
  • Hammertoes, Claw Toes & Mallet Toes
  • Athletic/sports injuries
  • Chronic Ankle Instability & Recurrent Sprains
  • Achilles Tendonitis, Tendinosis & Ruptures
  • Morton’s Neuroma & Metatarsalgia
  • Adult-Acquired Flatfoot & Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)
  • High arch/pes cavus
  • Stress Fractures & Acute Fractures (Foot, Ankle)
  • Peroneal Tendon Tears & Subluxation
  • Lumps and bumps

Foot & Ankle Procedures & Surgical Expertise

In addition to non-surgical treatment options, Dr. Strickland performs advanced foot and ankle procedures including total ankle replacement, minimally invasive bunion surgery, ankle arthroscopy, ankle ligament reconstruction, hindfoot deformity correction, and complex foot and ankle reconstruction. His goal is to help patients return to work, sports, and everyday activities with less pain and improved function.

  • Minimally Invasive Foot & Ankle Surgery (MIS)
  • Bunion Correction (Lapiplasty / 3D Bunion Correction)
  • Hammertoe Correction & Reconstruction
  • Achilles Tendon Repair & Reconstruction
  • Ankle Arthroscopy & Cartilage Restoration
  • Lateral Ankle Ligament Reconstruction (Brostrom Procedure)
  • Foot & Ankle Fracture Care (Trauma Fixation)
  • Total Ankle Replacement (TAR / Ankle Arthroplasty)
  • Ankle & Midfoot Fusion (Arthrodesis)
  • Custom Orthotic Casting & Conservative Injections

Common Symptoms & Patient Concerns

  • Sharp Heel Pain with First Morning Steps
  • Chronic Ankle Aching, Swelling, or Stiffness
  • Ankle "Giving Way" or Frequent Rolling
  • Burning, Numbness, or Tingling in the Ball of the Foot
  • Visible Bony Bumps at the Base of the Big Toe
  • Pain Bearing Weight or Inability to Push Off While Walking
  • Stiffness or Grinding Sensation in the Ankle Joint

Special Areas of Interest

While he treats all foot and ankle disorders, his areas of particular interest include:

  • Total Ankle Replacement
  • Ankle Arthritis
  • Bunions and Forefoot Reconstruction
  • Achilles Tendon Injuries
  • Sports-Related Foot & Ankle Injuries
  • Ankle Instability
  • Hindfoot Deformity Correction
  • Charcot Foot Reconstruction
  • Minimally Invasive Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • Foot and Ankle Fracture Care

Education, Training & Fellowship Experience

Originally from Columbus, Georgia, Dr. Strickland attended the University of Georgia, where he earned degrees in Biology and Psychology. He received his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine, graduating at the top of his class and earning selection to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Tennessee-Campbell Clinic in Memphis before pursuing specialized fellowship training. Fellowship-trained in Foot and Ankle Surgery at OrthoCarolina Foot & Ankle Institute in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Experience Treating Athletes

During his residency and fellowship training, Dr. Strickland provided care for athletes ranging from youth and collegiate competitors to professional organizations including the Carolina Panthers, Charlotte FC, Memphis Grizzlies, Charlotte Knights, and Memphis Redbirds.

Personal Interests

In his spare time, Dr. Strickland enjoys spending time with his wife, Klaire, and their two daughters. He enjoys playing golf, exploring craft breweries, and cheering on the University of Georgia Bulldogs and Atlanta Braves.

Education

  • Undergraduate: 
    University of Georgia, Atlanta, GA 
  • Medical School: 
    Mercer University School of Medicine, Savannah, Ga
  • Residency: 
    University of Tennessee-Campbell Clinic in Memphis, TN
  • Fellowship:
    OrthoCarolina Foot and Ankle Institute, Charlotte, North Carolina

Memberships & Associations

  • American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Tennessee Orthopaedic Society
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery