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Franklin Randall Polun

Franklin Randall Polun, DPM

Podiatry

Highlights

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Franklin Randall Polun

Professional Titles

  • Diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
  • Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

Independent Clinician

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Background

Dr. Polun's area of clinical expertise includes foot and ankle surgery, laser treatment for fungal toenails, laser therapy for chronic foot pain, and customized foot orthotics. Dr. Polun is an advocate for healthy lifestyles and exercise, and has also served as a volunteer on staff doctor for youth sporting events. In 2014, the National Consumer Advisory Board named Dr. Polun one of America’s Best Podiatrists.

Honors

  • Named one of America's Best Podiatrists in 2014 by the National Consumer Advisory Board.
  • Featured in November 2013 issue, Inside Potomac Magazine
  • Recognized as Top Podiatrist in January/February 2013, Bethesda Magazine
  • Recognized as Top Podiatrist in June 2012 issue, Washingtonian Magazine
  • Recognized as a Top Expert in Sports Medicine in the January 2010 issue, Washingtonian Magazine
  • Named the Best Podiatristin January / February 2009 issue., Bethesda Magazine

Memberships

  • American Podiatric Medical Association, Member
  • American Podiatric Sports Medicine, Associate
  • Maryland Podiatric Association, Member

Locations

  1. National Foot & Ankle

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: St John Hospital and Medical Center, Podiatric Surgery, 1986
  • Medical Education: Kent State University, DPM, 1985

Board Certifications

  • Foot Surgery: American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, 1989