JohnGAndersonMD

Orthopaedic Surgery • Grand Rapids, MI

Foot & Ankle Surgery

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Office
1111 Leffingwell Ave Ne
Ste 100
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Phone+1 616-459-7101

Fax+1 616-464-6170
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Summary

Dr. John Anderson is an orthopedic surgeon in Grand Rapids, MI and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Spectrum Health - Butterworth Hospital, Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital, and Mercy Health Saint Mary's. He received his medical degree from University of Michigan Medical School and has been in practice 28 years. He specializes in foot & ankle surgery and is experienced in foot and ankle surgery, foot and ankle traumatology, foot and ankle sports medicine, foot surgery, and ankle surgery.

Education & Training

University of WashingtonResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1994 - 1995
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern UniversityResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1989 - 1994
University of Michigan Medical SchoolClass of 1989
Ferris State UniversityBS, 1985

Certifications & Licensure

MI State Medical License 1997 - 2025
FL State Medical License 2017 - 2019
PA State Medical License 1995 - 1998
IL State Medical License 1989 - 1996
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification NextGen Ambulatory EHR, NextGen Healthcare, 2013
Who's Who Registry of Distinguished Individuals 2011
Who’s Who in Science and Engineering 2011-2012
Patient’s Choice 2010
Global Directory of Who's Who for Executives and Professionals 2010
The Leading Physicians in the World Top Doctor in Grand Rapids, MI, 2010-2011
America’s Top Surgeons Guide to America’s Top Surgeons, 2008
Who’s Who in America Marquis Who’s Who in America, 2008, 2011
Cambridge Who’s Who Registry in the field ofResearch Medicine and Healthcare, 2008, 2010
Who’s Who in Michigan 2008-2009
Orthopaedic Best of Class 2007-2009
Best ofthe United States 2007-2009
America's Top Orthopaedists Guide To America's Top Orthopaedists, 2006, 2011
America’s Top Physicians Consumer Research Council of America, 2004-2005
Member of National Registry of Who’s Who 2001, 2009
American Medical Student Association National Representative 1986-1987
Faculty Selection: Chemistry, Physics, Biochemistry and Mathematics Tutor 1982, 1985
Honors Convocation 1981, 1985
Highest Distinction Ferris State University
FSU Premedical Society
Phi Rho Sigma Medical Society
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Clinical Trials

Agility LP Ankle Arthroplasty Outcomes Start of enrollment: 2010 Dec 01
Completed
Study of Subtalar Arthrodesis Using AlloStem® Versus Autologous Bone Graft Start of enrollment: 2010 Jun 01
Completed
Not Applicable
Comparing Ankle Fusion to Ankle Replacement Start of enrollment: 2012 May 01
Active, not recruiting
Zimmer Trabecular Metal Total Ankle PMCF Start of enrollment: 2014 Mar 01
Active, not recruiting
Not Applicable
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Republication of "Postoperative Narcotic Prescription Practice in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery".
Thomas M Hearty, Paul Butler, John Anderson, Donald Bohay> ;Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics. 2023 Jul 1
16 citations
Comparing 4-Year Changes in Patient-Reported Outcomes Following Ankle Arthroplasty and Arthrodesis.
Bruce J. Sangeorzan, William R. Ledoux, Jane B. Shofer, James Davitt, John G. Anderson, Donald R. Bohay, J. Chris Coetzee, John D. Maskill, Michael E. Brage, Daniel C ...> ;The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American Volume. 2021 May 19
2 citations
Complications Associated with Peripheral Nerve Blocks.
Kevin H. Phan, John G. Anderson, Donald R. Bohay> ;The Orthopedic Clinics of North America. 2021 May 7
5 citations
Original and Modified Lapidus Procedures: Proposals for a New Terminology.
Panagiotis D. Symeonidis, John G. Anderson> ;The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American Volume. 2021 Feb 17
54 citations
Effectiveness and Safety of Ankle Arthrodesis Versus Arthroplasty: A Prospective Multicenter Study.
Daniel C Norvell, William R. Ledoux, Jane B. Shofer, Sigvard T. Hansen, James Davitt, John Anderson, Donald R. Bohay, J. Coetzee, John D. Maskill, Michael E. Brage, Mi...> ;The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American Volume. 2019 Aug 21
Gastrocnemius Recession for the Treatment of Tibialis Anterior Tendinopathy
Leland Gossett, P. Cameron Gossett, Justin Roberts, John G. Anderson> ;Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics. 2019 Jul 15
9 citations
Step Activity After Surgical Treatment of Ankle Arthritis
Jane B. Shofer, William R. Ledoux, Michael S. Orendurff, Sigvard T. Hansen, James Davitt, John G. Anderson, Donald R. Bohay, J. Chris Coetzee, Michael Houghton, Daniel...> ;The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American Volume. 2019 Jul 3
15 citations
Recombinant Human Platelet-Derived Growth Factor BB in Combination With a Beta-Tricalcium Phosphate (rhPDGF-BB/β-TCP)-Collagen Matrix as an Alternative to Autograft.
Timothy R. Daniels, John Anderson, Michael P. Swords, Greg Maislin, Rafe Donahue, Ellie Pinsker, Jovelyn D Quiton> ;Foot & Ankle International. 2019 Jun 7
17 citations
Frequency and Impact of Adverse Events in Patients Undergoing Surgery for End-Stage Ankle Arthritis.
Daniel C Norvell, Jane B. Shofer, Sigvard T. Hansen, James Davitt, John G. Anderson, Donald R. Bohay, J. Chris Coetzee, John D. Maskill, Michael E. Brage, Michael Houg...> ;Foot & Ankle International. 2018 May 31
45 citations
Comparison of Treatment Outcomes of Arthrodesis and Two Generations of Ankle Replacement Implants.
Marisa Rose Benich, William R. Ledoux, Michael S. Orendurff, Jane B. Shofer, Sigvard T. Hansen, James Davitt, John G. Anderson, Donald R. Bohay, J. Chris Coetzee, John...> ;The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American Volume. 2017 Nov 1
Statistical Validation of the Grand Rapids Arch Collapse Classification
David J. Burkard, Daniel Patton, Michelle A. Padley, John D. Maskill, Donald R. Bohay, John G. Anderson> ;Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics. 2017 Sep 1
19 citations
Open Reduction and Internal Fixation Versus Primary Arthrodesis for Lisfranc Injuries.
Brian M. Weatherford, Donald R. Bohay, John G. Anderson> ;Foot and Ankle Clinics. 2017 Mar 1
4 citations
The Use of Allostem in Subtalar Fusions
J. Chris Coetzee, Mark S. Myerson, John G. Anderson> ;Foot and Ankle Clinics. 2016 Dec 1
Preface.
John G Anderson, Donald R Bohay> ;Foot and Ankle Clinics. 2016 Jun 1
1 citations
Over-Tightening of the Syndesmosis After Ankle Fracture: A Case Report.
Dirk S. Gesink, John G. Anderson> ;JBJS Case Connector. 2015 Oct 14
40 citations
Complications After Popliteal Block for Foot and Ankle Surgery
John G. Anderson, Donald R. Bohay, John D. Maskill, Kuldeep P. Gadkari, Thomas M. Hearty, William Braaksma, Michelle A. Padley, Kevin Weaver> ;Foot & Ankle International. 2015 Jun 24
4 citations
Gastrocnemius recession.
John G Anderson, Donald R Bohay, Erik B Eller, Bryan L Witt> ;Foot and Ankle Clinics. 2014 Dec 1
3 citations
Multiple Tendon Ruptures of Unknown Etiology
Derek P. Axibal, John G. Anderson> ;Foot & Ankle Specialist. 2013 Aug 21
25 citations
Joint preservation procedures for ankle arthritis.
Sameh A. Labib, Steven M. Raikin, Johnny Lau, John G. Anderson, Nelson F. SooHoo, Simon Carette, Stephen J. Pinney> ;Foot & Ankle International. 2013 Jul 2
Gastrocnemius Recession for Chronic Noninsertional Achilles Tendinopathy.
Kiewiet, N. J.,Holthusen, S. M.,Bohay, D. R.,Anderson, J. G.> ;Foot Ankle Int. 2013 Apr
Management of the rigid arthritic flatfoot in the adults: alternatives to triple arthrodesis.
Gentchos CE Anderson JG Bohay DR> ;Foot Ankle Clin. 2012 Jun
Operative correction of arch collapse with forefoot deformity: a retrospective analysis of outcomes.
Habbu, R., Holthusen, S.M., Anderson, J.G., Bohay, D.R.> ;Foot Ankle Int. 2011 Aug
Closed intramedullary screw fixation for nonunion of fifth metatarsal jones fracture.
Habbu, R.A., Marsh, R.S., Anderson, J.G., Bohay, D.R.> ;Foot Ankle Int. 2011 Jun
Outcomes following midfoot arthrodesis for primary arthritis.
Nemec, S.A., Habbu, R.A., Anderson, J.G., Bohay, D.R.> ;Foot Ankle Int. 2011 Apr
Gastrocnemius recession to treat isolated foot pain.
Maskill, J.D., Bohay, D.R., Anderson, J.G.> ;Foot Ankle Int. 2010 Jan
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Journal Articles

Results Following Adjunctive Spanning Fixation Treatment of Displaced Cuboid Fractures.
Anderson, J.G., Coulibaly, M.O., Jones, C.B., Sietsema, D.L., Bohay, D.R., and Ringler, J.R, Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma
Treatment of Recalcitrant Foot Pain with Gastrocnemius Muscle Lengthening.
Anderson, J.G., Bohay, D. R., and Habbu, R.A, Current Orthopaedic Practice

Books/Book Chapters

Stress Fractures of the Athletic Leg, Ankle, and Foot.
Chapter: Practical Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy
Bohay, D.R., Cornelius, J.P., Anderson, J.GEditors: Johnson, D.H.Lippincott, Williams, and Wilkins
Acute and Chronic Injuries of the Ankle.
Chapter: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Comprehensive Orthopaedic Review
Anderson, J. G. and Bohay, D. RAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Surgical Treatment of Posterior Tibial Tendon Pathology.
Chapter: Operative Treatment of the Foot & Ankle
Anderson, J.G., and Hansen, S.TEditors: Kelikian, Armen, S.Stamford: Appleton & Lange
Advances in the Surgical Treatment of the Ankle and Hindfoot Arthritis.
Chapter: Current Opinion in Orthopaedics
Wilcox, D.K., and Anderson, J.GLippincott, Williams, and Wilkins
Lateral Column Lengthening in the Adult Acquired Flatfoot.
Chapter: Techniques in Foot & Ankle Surgery
Anderson, J.G., and Bohay, D.RLippincott, Williams, and Wilkins
Malunion of Ankle Fractures.
Chapter: Advanced Reconstruction Foot & Ankle
Anderson, J.GEditors: Nunley, James A., et al.American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Osteochondral Defects at the Talar Dome: Debridement and Drilling.
Chapter: Techniques n Foot and Ankle Surgery
Bohay,D.R., Anderson, J.GLippincott, Williams, and Wilkins
Update on Diseases and Treatment of the Peroneal Tendon, Including Peroneal Tendon Tear, Subluxing Peroneal Tendon and Tendinosis.
Chapter: Current Opinion in Orthopaedics
Steensma, M.R., Anderson, J.G., and Bohay, D.RLippincott, Williams and Wilkins
Management of Midfoot and Metatarsal Fractures in the Osteopenic Patient.
Chapter: Techniques in Foot and Ankle Surgery
Anderson, J.G., Bohay, D.RLippincott, Williams, and Wilkins
Ankle and Hindfoot Salvage.
Chapter: Foot and Ankle Clinics
Anderson, J.G., Bohay, D.RSaunders
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Abstracts/Posters

Bunions.
Anderson, J.G, American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society Review Course, Chicago, IL
Lisfranc Injuries.
Anderson, J.G, New York Foot and Ankle Symposium
Trauma and Sports Injuries Panel Discussion Leader.
Anderson, J.G, New York Foot and Ankle Symposium
Classification System for the Equinus Related Affliction.
Anderson, J.G, 9 th Annual Foot and Ankle Lectureship, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI
Grade 2 Adult Acquired Flatfoot, FDL to PTT Transfer, Medial Displacement Calcaneal Slide, Lateral Column Lengthening, TAL.
Anderson, J.G, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Top 15 Foot and Ankle Problems Course, Phoenix, AZ
Ask the Experts: Question & Discussion.
Anderson, J.G, 13 th Annual Chicago Trauma Symposium, Chicago, IL
Calcaneus Fractures- Tips and Pearls.
Anderson, J.G, 13 th Annual Chicago Trauma Symposium, Chicago, IL
Sports Injuries of the Foot & Ankle.
Anderson, J.G, Lancaster General Hospital Sports Medicine Symposium
The Painful Ankle.
Anderson, J.G, Spectrum HealthSports Medicine Symposium, Grand Rapids, MI
Painful Afflictions of the Foot & Ankle.
Anderson, J.G, Spectrum Health Orthopaedic Grand Rounds, Grand Rapids, MI
Fractures of the Ankle.
Anderson, J.G, Spectrum Health Orthopaedic Grand Rounds, Grand Rapids, MI
Crush Injuries & Fractures of the Foot & Ankle.
Anderson, J.G, Rehab Insurance Nurses’ Council, Grand Rapids, MI
The Diabetic Foot.
Anderson, J.G, Ann Arbor Footand Ankle Residency Review Course, Ann Arbor, MI
Disorders of the First Ray and Lesser Toes.
Anderson, J.G, Ann Arbor Foot and Ankle Residency Review Course, Ann Arbor, MI
Flexor Hallucis Longus Transfer for Chronic Achilles Tendinopathy.
Anderson, J.G., and Bohay, D.R, Midwest Orthopaedic Society Annual Meeting, Phoenix, AZ
Flexor Hallucis Longus Transfer for the Treatment of Chronic Achilles Tendon Disorders.
Anderson, J.G., Bohay, D.R., and Wilcox, D, Mid American Orthopaedic Association Annual Meeting, Scottsdale, AZ
Agility Total Ankle Training System, Surgical Technique Training.
Anderson J.G, Rosemont Learning Center Facility Instructor
Navicular Fractures.
Anderson, J.G, Advanced Comprehensive Foot & Ankle Course, Fajarda, Puerto Rico
Results of Percutaneous Plating of Tibial Pilon Fractures.
Bohay, D., Ringler, J., Sandman, G., Anderson, J.G., and Jones, C, Mid-America Orthopaedic Association, Tucson, AZ
Calcaneus Fractures.
Anderson, J.G, University of Michigan/Ann Arbor Foot and Ankle Review Course
Union Rate of First Tarsometatarsal Fusions.
Thompson, I. M., Anderson, J.G., and Bohay, D.R, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA
Advances in Foot and Ankle Surgery: First GuandongOrthopaedics Dissertation.
Anderson, J.G, First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen, University ofMedical Sciences, Guanzou, China
Segmental Metatarsal Osteotomy with ORIF.
Galluch, D., Anderson, J.G., and Bohay, D.R, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA
Hallux Valgus Surgery.
Anderson, J.G, DePuy Chicago Foot and Ankle Blues: Construction and Reconstruction Course, Chicago, IL
Randomized Prospective Study Comparing Union Rates of Tricortical Iliac Crest Autograft to Allograft in Surgical Correction of Adult Acquired Flat FootDeformity.
Endres, T.J., Kornmesser, M., Bohay, D.R., and Anderson, J.G, Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Meeting, Mackinac Island, MI
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Other

Protocol # 05062: A Prospective, Randomized, Multi-Center Trial of Mobility™ Total Ankle System.
Anderson, J.G. ,Bohay, D.R. and Maskill, J.D
Naviculocuneiform Fusion: Review of Outcomes and Risk Factors. Single-site Study.
Anderson, J.G., and Bohay, D.R
Bilateral Ankle Arthrodesis: An Analysis of Outcomes. Single-site Study.
Anderson, J.G., Bohay, D.R., and Habbu, R.A
Gastrocnemius Recession vs. Achilles Tendon Debridement with Flexor Hallucis Longus Transfer for Chronic Non insertional Achilles Tendinopathy: A Prospective Randomiz...
Anderson, J.G., Bohay, D.R., and Habbu, R.A
Isolated Gastrocnemius Recession: A Prospective Evaluation of Outcomes in Patients with Foot and Heel Pain. Single-site Study.
Anderson, J.G., Bohay, D.R., Habbu, R.A. and Nemec, S.A
A Multi-center, Randomized, Controlled Study of Subtalar Arthrodesis Using AlloStem versus Autologous Bone Marrow Aspirate.
Anderson, J.G., Bohay, D.R., and Maskill, J.D
Infection Rates Following Foot and Ankle Arthrodesis Procedures in an Ambulatory Surgery Center. Single Site Study.
Marsh, R.S., Anderson, J.G., Maskill, J.D., Bohay, D.R., Padley, M.A., and Habbu. R.A
Treatment of Charcot Midfoot Arthropathy: Comparison Between Midfoot Arthrodesis and Plantar Exostectomy: Randomized Controlled Clinical Study.
Bohay, D.R., Anderson, J.G., Maskill,J.D., Padley, M.A., Habbu, R.A
Gastrocnemius Recession vs. Achilles Tendon Debridement with Flexor Hallucis Longus Transfer for Chronic Noninsertional Achilles Tendinopathy: A Prospective Randomize...
Anderson, J.G., Bohay, D.R., Maskill, J.D., Kiewiet, N., Holthusen, S
Total Ankle Arthroplasty: Epidemiology and Outcomes of Primary Implants. A Multi-Site Registry.
Anderson, J.G
Ankle Arthroplasty Hardware: Epidemiology and Outcomes ofPrimary and Revision TAA. A Multi-Site Registry.
Anderson, J.G
Soft Tissue Reconstruction: Epidemiology and Prospective Outcomes-Based Observations. A Multi-Site Registry.
Anderson, J.G
Prospective Analysis of the Treatment of Arthritis Utilizing the Agility Total Ankle Arthroplasty.
Endres, T., Thompson P., Anderson, J.G., and Bohay, D.R
The Treatment of Hallux Valgus Deformity Utilizing a Modified Lapidus.
Limoni, R., Anderson, J.G., and Bohay, D.R
Long-Term Follow Up of Percutaneous Tendo-Achilles Lengthening.
Barrow, C., Ringler, J., Anderson, J.G., and Bohay, D.R
The Biomechanical Study of the Efficacy of Accessory Band Anterior Inferior Tibiofibular Ligament Augmentation of the Modified Brostrom.
Anderson, J.G., and Bohay, D.R
Tarsometatarsal Joint Injuries; Is Hardware Removal Necessary?
Jones, C.B., Anderson, J.G., and Bohay, D.R
Clinical Results of Girdlestone Taylor Flexor Tendon Transfer for Flexible Hammertoe Deformity.
Anderson, J.G. and Bohay, D.R
Total Ankle Arthroplasty. Single-site Study.
Anderson, J.G., and Bohay, D. R
Classification and Outcome for Surgical Treatment for Midfoot Arthrosis and Collapse. Single-site Study.
Anderson, J.G. and Bohay, D.R
BMTI-2006-01: A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled,Multi-Center, Pivotal Human Clinical Trial to Evaluate the Safety and Effectiveness of GEM OS1™ Compared to Autolo...
Anderson, J.G., Bohay, D.R.and Maskill, J.D
Treatment of Stage 4 Flatfoot with Ankle Arthrodesis and Tendo-Achilles Lengthening. Single-site Study.
Anderson, J.G., and Bohay, D.R
Midshaft Metatarsal Segmental Osteotomy with Plate Fixation.
Hamilton, K.D., Holthusen, S., Anderson, J.G., and Bohay, D.R
Hallux Rigidus: Current Concepts in Surgical Treatment.
Momoh, E.O., and Anderson, J.G, Current Orthopaedic Practice
Current Concepts in Metatarsal Osteotomies: A Remedy for Metatarsalgia.
HamiltonK.D., Anderson, J.G., Bohay, D.R, Techniques in Foot & Ankle Surgery
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