Accufix Surgical®
National Clinical Advisory Comittee
Accufix Surgical's National Clinical Advisory Committee is composed of Center of Excellence surgeons who are experienced in the use of the Accu-Joint® hemi implant.
Aaron Shemenski, DPM, FACFAS
Board certified in foot and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery, Aaron Shemenski, DPM, FACFAS, has successfully performed over 5,000 foot and ankle procedures. He is currently accepting new patients at Rhode Island Foot Care’s locations in Pawtucket, RI and Taunton, MA.
Dr. Shemenski received a bachelor of science degree from York College of Pennsylvania and Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from Temple University. During his three-year advanced podiatric medicine and surgery residency at Memorial Hospital in Pawtucket, RI. He ultimately served as the chief surgical resident and continues to be active in resident education. In addition to general foot and ankle surgery, he also performs advanced reconstructive and limb salvage surgery. Certified in ankle arthroscopy and external fixation techniques, Dr. Shemenski had the opportunity to train at the Russian Ilizarov Center for Restorative Trauma, an 800-bed orthopedic hospital located in southern Siberia. He has lectured on foot and ankle pathologies both nationally and internationally. His interests include the management of all foot and ankle pathology, including heel pain, bunions, and hammertoes, sports medicine, as well as diabetic foot and limb salvage with the treatment of wounds and infections.
He continues to be active in education, recently receiving centurion certification for completing over one hundred Lapiplasty procedures. Dr. Shemenski is an avid pilot and enjoys golfing, skiing, and spending time with his wife and daughter. He promotes health and fitness through Burn Boot Camp and the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Stephen Arndt, MD, FAOFAS, FAAOS
Dr. Stephen Arndt is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in complex conditions of the foot and ankle both surgically and non-surgically. He focuses on an array of issues and has a special interest in total ankle replacements, ankle arthroscopies, ankle and hind foot reconstruction, various forefoot procedures and complex wound care management. Dr. Arndt has participated in many research studies and published multiple corresponding articles.
Dr. Arndt received his undergraduate degree in Physics with a minor in Chemistry and Mathematics from Wake Forest University, where he was awarded Magna Cum Laude for his studies. He attended medical school at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine and completed his fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic.
As a current member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Florida Orthopaedic Society, Northeast Florida Orthopaedic Society and American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, Dr. Arndt is well-versed in the needs of his foot and ankle patients. He strives to not only provide 5-star orthopedic care, but to also understand his patient and the corresponding impact their orthopedic injury can have on their life.
Garrett Nguyen, DPM, AACFAS
Dr. Garrett Nguyen, a fellowship-trained reconstructive foot and ankle surgeon, joined the world renowned Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute in 2023 after completing a Foot and Ankle Deformity Correction Fellowship under Dr. Bradley Lamm at the Paley Foot and Ankle Deformity Center. He graduated from Midwestern University in Arizona and completed his surgical residency in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery at AdventHealth in Orlando, Florida. He performs the latest treatment in sports medicine, regenerative medicine, minimally invasive surgery, arthroscopic surgery, trauma, total ankle joint replacement, and custom 3D printed implants. Dr. Nguyen utilizes the most advanced and innovative techniques to provide patients the ability to return to their sport or activity faster and stronger.
Matthew Villani, DPM, FACFAS
Matthew Villani, DPM, FACFAS, is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon who obtained his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Villani practices at AdventHealth and and previously was with Central Florida Bone and Joint Institute in Orange City, FL, where he practiced as a foot and ankle surgeon since 2020. He also served as the foot and ankle specialist at Manoogian Orthopedic Clinic in Mt. Dora and previously treated patients at Foot and Ankle Associates of Florida in Lake Mary, FL. Dr. Villani is also a published author and a frequent presenter at professional conferences. His work includes articles in prominent medical journals and presentations at international conferences on advances in foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Villani offers a variety of specialized treatments, including the only total ankle replacement surgery option close to home
William Sarchino, DPM
Dr. William Sarchino attended Ladycliff College, New York, for undergraduate school and the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. He is board certified by the American Board of Lower Extremity Surgeons, and Wound Care Certified (CMET).
Dr. Sarchino has been practicing since 1987 and specializes in pediatric flat foot reconstruction, diabetic charcot foot reconstruction, diabetic wound care, and diseases of the foot and ankle. He completed a fellowship in foot deformity correction at Saint Anthony’s Hospital in Chicago. He is also a Fellow in the Academy of Physicians in Wound Healing, a Fellow in the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, and the current President of the American College of Lower Extremity Surgeons.
Dr. Sarchino has offices in New York and Vermont and he practices out of the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, an affiliate of Dartmouth Health.
Ebonie Vincent, DPM, MBMS
Dr. Vincent is a native of Temecula, CA. Dr. Vincent completed her undergraduate education at Hampton University in VA, her Master of Biomedical Science at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, PA, and completed her Doctor of Podiatric medicine degree at Des Moines University in Des Moines, IA. She went on to complete a 3-year residency program at Inspira Health network in Vineland, NJ.
Dr. Vincent trained under top orthopedic and podiatric physicians in advanced treatments for children and adults with upper and lower limb length discrepancies, limb deformities, non-unions, bone defects, bone infections, joint contractures, foot deformities and shot stature at The Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics International Center for Limb Lengthening in Baltimore, MD. She specializes in minimally invasive surgical techniques, corrective and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, diabetic limb salvage, pediatric foot condition, and sports medicine.
Known for her appearances on the hit TLC TV Series, “My Feet Are Killing Me,” Dr. Vincent has been featured on E! Daily Pop, Dr. Oz, Daily Mail, NBC, ABC, Fox, and the Tamron Hall Show where she shares the advancements in foot care and surgical technology for the treatment of foot and ankle conditions.
Jordan Meyers, DPM
Dr. Jordan Meyers was born in Arizona and raised in North Carolina. After graduating from East Carolina University with degrees in both Athletic Training and Chemistry, he earned his medical degree at the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia. Dr. Meyers completed his surgical training in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery at the University of Louisville Hospital and KentuckyOne Health in Kentucky. He is board certified with the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and is on the active medical staff at Duke Raleigh Hospital.
Dr. Meyers is actively involved in the community with Alliance Medical Ministry and Project Homeless Connect. He holds membership with the American Podiatric Medical Association, the North Carolina Foot and Ankle Society, and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.