Orthopedics - Ankle and Foot Physician

Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon

Orthopaedic Associates of New Orleans (OANO), a well-established and highly respected orthopedic group, is seeking a BE/BC, Fellowship-Trained Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon to join our growing practice in New Orleans, Louisiana. This opportunity offers a strong referral base, excellent clinical support, and a clear pathway to partnership with general orthopaedic call required with call pay.

Join as an associate physician with a guaranteed base salary for two years, a productivity bonus model, and additional call pay! 2026 fellows are encouraged to apply.

Practice and Position Highlights

• Established Practice: Founded in 1949, OANO has a long-standing reputation for excellence in orthopedic care.
• Team: Join 7 orthopedic surgeons and 3 physician assistants.
• Clinical Locations: Two well-equipped clinics in New Orleans and Metairie.
• Call Responsibilities: General orthopaedic call is required and additionally compensated, on a 1:5 schedule.
  • Call volume is manageable with low-energy cases such as hip fractures, ankle fractures, and distal radius fractures.
  • Physician assistants assist with initial ED consults and post-call support.
• Subspecialty Support: Includes arthroscopy, joint replacement, spine, sports medicine, hand, shoulder, trauma, and workers compensation.
• Hospital Affiliations: Touro Hospital, Ochsner Baptist.

Compensation & Benefits

• Start as an Associate Physician with a guaranteed salary and productivity bonus.
• Partnership track available after 2 years with no buy-in.
  • Additional income opportunities as a partner.
• Call pay.
• Comprehensive benefits package includes:
  • Health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
  • PTO and CME allowances.
• Residency/Fellowship stipend available for those in training.

Living in New Orleans: A Family-Friendly, Culturally Rich City

New Orleans offers a unique blend of professional opportunity, cultural vibrancy, and a high quality of life for families.

• Family-Oriented Neighborhoods: Safe, established communities like Uptown, Lakeview, and Metairie offer excellent housing options, top private and charter schools, and short commutes to medical facilities.
• Education Options: Access to leading schools such as Isidore Newman, Metairie Park Country Day, and Lusher Charter School make it ideal for families with children.
• Healthcare & Dual Careers: Home to major institutions including Ochsner Health, Children's Hospital, and Tulane ideal for dual-physician households.
• Outdoor & Family Activities: Explore City Park, Audubon Zoo, Mississippi Riverfront trails, and nearby Gulf Coast beaches.
• Culture & Entertainment: Enjoy world-famous cuisine, music, and festivals like Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest, along with pro sports (Saints & Pelicans) and vibrant arts.
• Easy Travel: Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY) offers convenient access to domestic and international destinations.

New Orleans is a city where physicians can thrive professionally while raising a family in a welcoming, dynamic environment.

The USOP Advantage: Orthopaedic-Led, Business-Backed

OANO is a proud partner of U.S. Orthopaedic Partners (USOP), an orthopaedic-founded, led, and owned organization. USOP is uniquely structured to empower surgeons with clinical autonomy while providing best-in-class business infrastructure to support practice growth and operational excellence.

• 50% Physician Ownership: Surgeons maintain meaningful equity and influence within the organization.
• Physician Board: Provides governance and ensures that clinical insight drives strategy, growth, and innovation across the platform with representation from each practice.
• Centralized Business Support:
  • Finance & Operations
  • Human Resources & Recruitment
  • Compliance, IT & Marketing
  • Strategic Growth & Development
• Collaborative Physician Network: Engage in peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and innovation through a nationwide cohort of leading orthopaedic groups.
• Nationally Recognized Partner Practices include Andrews Sports Medicine, Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, and many more across the Southeastern U.S.!
• Operating across 3 states: Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana.
• A growing network of over 250 providers.
• Supported by a dedicated team of 1,600+ employees across 55+ locations.