I have an ongoing problem started with a bunion. I saw the doctor he looked at it. Finding that that it's complicated with arthriti, other issues. He turned me over to the doctor who does surgeries like this. I received a call from the office that he doesn't have privileges where I live. So he applied for the privileges at another hospital so he could do this surgery on me.. I'm waiting until that's complete. I know it's bad. I'm just glad that he gave me the time and attention that I need.