Summary

Dr. Lant Abernathy is an entirely self-trained Foot and ankle surgery provider at Advance Foot & Ankle Associates. He has completed more than 1,200 surgical cases and 4,000 procedures, including over 50 total ankle arthroplasties. His training has equipped him with the most up-to-date techniques in foot and ankle care. Dr. Abernathy is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care, with patients’ well-being as his top priority.

He has advanced knowledge and experience in foot and ankle surgery with particular emphasis on:

Total ankle arthroplasty

  • Ankle fusion
  • Ankle arthroscopy and sports medicine
  • Correction of flatfoot and high-arch deformities
  • Neurological deformity correction 
  • Revisional surgery 
  • Foot and ankle trauma 
  • Advanced forefoot and rearfoot reconstruction
  • Limb deformity correction 
  • Limb salvage (CHARCOT Reconstruction)

Foot and ankle pain can negatively impact every part of your life, from daily activities to exercise and sports. Dr. Abernathy understands how this pain affects quality of life and offers a range of surgical options tailored to each patient’s needs. He is committed to helping you find relief so you can return to your favorite activities. Whether your condition is straightforward or complex, he is here to support you every step of the way.

In his spare time, Dr. Aberanthy volunteers as the sideline physician at local high school football games. He enjoys giving back to the community where he grew up and finds the work a meaningful full‑circle experience.

To learn more, watch this video: Dr. Lant Abernathy will serve as one of the volunteer physicians for Thursday's CIF playoff game


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Office Locations

Dr. Lant Abernathy, DPM, AACFAS has 3 locations

Advance Foot & Ankle Associates

862 Meinecke Ave Ste 204San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Advance Foot & Ankle Associates

1310 Las Tablas Rd Ste 205Templeton, CA 93465
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mee Memorial Hopsital

300 Canal StKing City, CA 93930
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 7 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • CORE Institute
  • 4 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 7 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lant Abernathy, DPM, AACFAS

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana PPO
  • Medicare
  • Self Pay
  • TriWest
  • United Healthcare
  • Workers Compensation

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lant Abernathy, DPM, AACFAS has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lant Abernathy, DPM, AACFAS has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Foot Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Podiatrist
  • Podiatry

Certifications, License, & Education

7 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

Board Qualified

ABFAS

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Podiatric Medicine, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

CORE Institute2023

Residency

Inova Fairfax Medical Campus2022

Medical School

Western University of Health SciencesGraduated in 2019

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Where is Dr. Lant Abernathy, DPM, AACFAS's office located?
Dr. Lant Abernathy, DPM, AACFAS's office is located at 862 Meinecke Ave Ste 204, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405.

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