About Dr. Tavakoli
Dr. Payaam Tavakoli is a foot and ankle surgeon who provides comprehensive care for common and complex conditions affecting the foot and ankle.
Dr. Tavakoli works with each patient to develop an individualized treatment plan based on their condition, lifestyle, and goals. He emphasizes clear communication and considers nonsurgical options whenever appropriate while providing advanced surgical care when indicated.
Dr. Tavakoli earned his Bachelor of Science in Public Health Science from the University of Maryland, College Park. He then graduated with academic honors from Midwestern University's Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine, earning his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree.
Following medical school, Dr. Tavakoli completed a rigorous three-year podiatric medicine and surgery residency at Hunt Regional Medical Center in Texas. His training provided extensive clinical and operative experience in trauma care, ankle arthroscopy, complex reconstruction, tendon and ligament repair, Charcot reconstruction, and advanced wound care.
Dr. Tavakoli's clinical interests include foot and ankle sports medicine, plantar fasciitis and tendonitis, fracture care, bunion correction, foot and ankle arthritis, flatfoot reconstruction, Achilles tendon ruptures, Haglund's deformity, and diabetic foot wounds. He is committed to staying current with advances in foot and ankle care and has published peer-reviewed research on ankle fracture surgery and complex revision procedures in leading foot and ankle journals.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Tavakoli enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, playing the piano and guitar, cooking, and exploring the Richmond area.
Areas of clinical focus
- Foot and ankle sports medicine
- Heel pain, plantar fasciitis, and tendon disorders
- Ankle sprains, instability, and ligament injuries
- Foot and ankle fractures and trauma
- Bunion and forefoot correction, including minimally invasive options when appropriate
- Foot and ankle arthritis
- Flatfoot and cavus reconstruction
- Achilles tendon ruptures and Haglund's deformity
- Diabetic foot wounds and limb preservation