Michael Coughlin, MD

Michael Coughlin, MD

Michael Coughlin, MD

Professor

Foot & Ankle

Orthopaedic Institute - Foot & Ankle

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San Francisco CA 94158

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Publications

Dang DY, Flint WW, Haytmanek CT, Ackerman KJ, Coughlin MJ, Hirose CB. Locked Dorsal Compression Plate Arthrodesis for Degenerative Arthritis of the Midfoot. J Foot Ankle Surg. 2020 Nov - Dec; 59(6):1171-1176. PMID: 32863117

Mack CD, Kent RW, Coughlin MJ, Shiue KY, Weiss LJ, Jastifer JR, Wojtys EM, Anderson RB. Incidence of Lower Extremity Injury in the National Football League: 2015 to 2018. Am J Sports Med. 2020 07; 48(9):2287-2294. PMID: 32485114

Jastifer JR, Gustafson PA, Silva LF, Noffsinger S, Coughlin MJ. Nitinol, Stainless Steel, and Titanium Kirschner Wire Durability. Foot Ankle Spec. 2021 Aug; 14(4):317-323. PMID: 32336159

Dang DY, Coughlin MJ. Mallet Toes, Hammertoes, Neuromas, and Metatarsophalangeal Joint Instability: 40 Years of Development in Forefoot Surgery. Indian J Orthop. 2020 Feb; 54(1):3-13. PMID: 32211125

Stith A, Dang D, Griffin M, Flint W, Hirose C, Coughlin M. Rigid Internal Fixation of Proximal Crescentic Metatarsal Osteotomy in Hallux Valgus Correction. Foot Ankle Int. 2019 Jul; 40(7):778-789. PMID: 30994364

Mack CD, Hershman EB, Anderson RB, Coughlin MJ, McNitt AS, Sendor RR, Kent RW. Higher Rates of Lower Extremity Injury on Synthetic Turf Compared With Natural Turf Among National Football League Athletes: Epidemiologic Confirmation of a Biomechanical Hypothesis. Am J Sports Med. 2019 01; 47(1):189-196. PMID: 30452873

Jastifer JR, McNitt AS, Mack CD, Kent RW, McCullough KA, Coughlin MJ, Anderson RB. Synthetic Turf: History, Design, Maintenance, and Athlete Safety. Sports Health. 2019 Jan/Feb; 11(1):84-90. PMID: 30096021

Wannop JW, Stefanyshyn DJ, Anderson RB, Coughlin MJ, Kent R. Development of a Footwear Sizing System in the National Football League. Sports Health. 2019 Jan/Feb; 11(1):40-46. PMID: 30048212

Griffin MJ, Coughlin MJ. Evaluation of Midterm Results of the Panta Nail: An Active Compression Tibiotalocalcaneal Arthrodesis Device. J Foot Ankle Surg. 2018 Jan - Feb; 57(1):74-80. PMID: 29268906

Anderson R, Coughlin M, Jastifer J, McCullough K. Letter Regarding: Performance and Return to Sport After Achilles Tendon Repair in National Football League Players. Foot Ankle Int. 2018 01; 39(1):130. PMID: 29293379

Jastifer J, Kent R, Crandall J, Sherwood C, Lessley D, McCullough KA, Coughlin MJ, Anderson RB. The Athletic Shoe in Football. Sports Health. 2017 Mar/Apr; 9(2):126-131. PMID: 28151702

Flint WW, Hirose CB, Coughlin MJ. Ankle Arthrodesis Using an Anterior Titanium Dual Locked Plating Construct. J Foot Ankle Surg. 2017 Mar - Apr; 56(2):304-308. PMID: 28117257

Flint WW, Macias DM, Jastifer JR, Doty JF, Hirose CB, Coughlin MJ. Plantar Plate Repair for Lesser Metatarsophalangeal Joint Instability. Foot Ankle Int. 2017 Mar; 38(3):234-242. PMID: 27852647

Coughlin MJ, Nery C, Baumfeld D, Jastifer J. TIBIOTALOCALCANEAL ARTHRODESIS WITH LATERAL COMPRESSION PLATE: ARTRODESE TIBIO-TALO-CALCANEANA COM PLACA DE COMPRESSÁO LATERAL. Rev Bras Ortop. 2012 Jul-Aug; 47(4):467-73. PMID: 27047852

Jastifer JR, Alrafeek S, Howard P, Gustafson PA, Coughlin MJ. Biomechanical Evaluation of Strength and Stiffness of Subtalar Joint Arthrodesis Screw Constructs. Foot Ankle Int. 2016 Apr; 37(4):419-26. PMID: 26635413

Coughlin MJ, Nery C, Baumfeld D, Jastifer J. TIBIOTARSAL COMPRESSION ARTHRODESIS USING A LATERAL LOCKING PLATE. Rev Bras Ortop. 2012 Sep-Oct; 47(5):611-5. PMID: 27047874

Nery C, Coughlin M, Baumfeld D, Raduan F, Mann TS, Catena F. How to classify plantar plate injuries: parameters from history and physical examination. Rev Bras Ortop. 2015 Nov-Dec; 50(6):720-8. PMID: 27218086

Mann RA, Coughlin M, Palanca AA. Letter Regarding: Survival Analysis of the Single- and Double-Coated STAR Ankle up to 20 Years: Long-term Follow-up of 324 Cases From the Swedish Ankle Registry. Foot Ankle Int. 2015 Oct; 36(10):1161. PMID: 26429896

Macias DM, Coughlin MJ, Zang K, Stevens FR, Jastifer JR, Doty JF. Low-Level Laser Therapy at 635 nm for Treatment of Chronic Plantar Fasciitis: A Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Study. J Foot Ankle Surg. 2015 Sep-Oct; 54(5):768-72. PMID: 25769363

Jastifer JR, Coughlin MJ. Hindfoot deformity and calcaneal tuberosity osteotomies. Foot Ankle Spec. 2015 Feb; 8(1):50-8. PMID: 25380836

Jastifer JR, Coughlin MJ. Exposure via sequential release of the metatarsophalangeal joint for plantar plate repair through a dorsal approach without an intraarticular osteotomy. Foot Ankle Int. 2015 Mar; 36(3):335-8. PMID: 25288329

Jastifer JR, Coughlin MJ. Long-term follow-up of mobile bearing total ankle arthroplasty in the United States. Foot Ankle Int. 2015 Feb; 36(2):143-50. PMID: 25201330

Jastifer J, Coughlin MJ, Hirose C. Performance of total ankle arthroplasty and ankle arthrodesis on uneven surfaces, stairs, and inclines: a prospective study. Foot Ankle Int. 2015 Jan; 36(1):11-7. PMID: 25201334

Jastifer JR, Coughlin MJ. Fibrous Tendon Hypertrophy after Gastrocnemius Recession: A Case Report. J Foot Ankle Surg. 2016 Mar-Apr; 55(2):252-4. PMID: 25116231

Doty JF, Coughlin MJ, Weil L, Nery C. Etiology and management of lesser toe metatarsophalangeal joint instability. Foot Ankle Clin. 2014 Sep; 19(3):385-405. PMID: 25129351

Nery C, Coughlin MJ, Baumfeld D, Raduan FC, Mann TS, Catena F. Prospective evaluation of protocol for surgical treatment of lesser MTP joint plantar plate tears. Foot Ankle Int. 2014 Sep; 35(9):876-85. PMID: 24958766

Jastifer JR, Catena F, Doty JF, Stevens F, Coughlin MJ. Low-Level Laser Therapy for the Treatment of Chronic Plantar Fasciitis: A Prospective Study. Foot Ankle Int. 2014 Jun; 35(6):566-571. PMID: 24510123

Nery C, Coughlin MJ, Baumfeld D, Raduan FC, Catena F, Macedo BD, de Andrade MA. Lesser metatarsal phalangeal joint arthroscopy: anatomic description and comparative dissection. Arthroscopy. 2014 Aug; 30(8):971-9. PMID: 24835840

Jastifer JR, Coughlin MJ, Doty JF, Stevens FR, Hirose C, Kemp TJ. Sensory Nerve Dysfunction and Hallux Valgus Correction: A Prospective Study. Foot Ankle Int. 2014 Aug; 35(8):757-763. PMID: 24807984

Hirose CB, Gamboa JT, Coughlin MJ. Concomitant First and Second Metatarsophalangeal Arthrodesis for Intractable Second Metatarsophalangeal Joint Pain. Foot Ankle Int. 2014 Aug; 35(8):825-828. PMID: 24798912

Jastifer JR, Coughlin MJ, Doty JF, Stevens FR, Hirose C, Kemp TJ. Osteochondral Lesions in Surgically Treated Hallux Valgus. Foot Ankle Int. 2014 Jul; 35(7):643-9. PMID: 24709744

Doty JF, Coughlin MJ. Metatarsophalangeal joint instability of the lesser toes and plantar plate deficiency. J Am Acad Orthop Surg. 2014 Apr; 22(4):235-45. PMID: 24668353

Doty JF, Coughlin MJ, Hirose C, Stevens F, Schutt S, Kennedy M, Grebing B, Smith B, Cooper T, Golanó P, Viladot R, Remington R. First metatarsocuneiform joint mobility: radiographic, anatomic, and clinical characteristics of the articular surface. Foot Ankle Int. 2014 May; 35(5):504-11. PMID: 24563392

Jastifer JR, Coughlin MJ, Schutt S, Hirose C, Kennedy M, Grebing B, Smith B, Cooper T, Golano P, Viladot R, Doty JF. Comparison of radiographic and anatomic distal metatarsal articular angle in cadaver feet. Foot Ankle Int. 2014 Apr; 35(4):389-93. PMID: 24521690

Catena F, Doty JF, Jastifer J, Coughlin MJ, Stevens F. Prospective study of hammertoe correction with an intramedullary implant. Foot Ankle Int. 2014 Apr; 35(4):319-25. PMID: 24443491

Nery C, Coughlin MJ, Baumfeld D, Raduan FC, Mann TS, Catena F. Classification of metatarsophalangeal joint plantar plate injuries: history and physical examination variables. J Surg Orthop Adv. 2014; 23(4):214-23. PMID: 25785472

Doty JF, Coughlin MJ. Turf toe repair: a technical note. Foot Ankle Spec. 2013 Dec; 6(6):452-6. PMID: 24107318

Doty JF, Coughlin MJ. Hallux valgus and hypermobility of the first ray: facts and fiction. Int Orthop. 2013 Sep; 37(9):1655-60. PMID: 23892517

Doty J, Coughlin M, Hirose C, Kemp T. Hallux metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis with a hybrid locking plate and a plantar neutralization screw: a prospective study. Foot Ankle Int. 2013 Nov; 34(11):1535-40. PMID: 23804598

Cooper MT, Coughlin MJ. Subcapital oblique osteotomy for correction of bunionette deformity: medium-term results. Foot Ankle Int. 2013 Oct; 34(10):1376-80. PMID: 23650648

Doty JF, Coughlin MJ. Metatarsophalangeal joint instability of the lesser toes. J Foot Ankle Surg. 2014 Jul-Aug; 53(4):440-5. PMID: 23602716

Doty JF, Coughlin MJ, Schutt S, Hirose C, Kennedy M, Grebing B, Smith B, Cooper T, Golano P, Viladot R, Remington R. Articular chondral damage of the first metatarsal head and sesamoids: analysis of cadaver hallux valgus. Foot Ankle Int. 2013 Aug; 34(8):1090-6. PMID: 23509015

Nery C, Coughlin MJ, Baumfeld D, Mann TS, Yamada AF, Fernandes EA. MRI evaluation of the MTP plantar plates compared with arthroscopic findings: a prospective study. Foot Ankle Int. 2013 Mar; 34(3):315-22. PMID: 23520287

Nery C, Coughlin MJ, Baumfeld D, Ballerini FJ, Kobata S. Hallux valgus in males--part 1: demographics, etiology, and comparative radiology. Foot Ankle Int. 2013 May; 34(5):629-35. PMID: 23386751

Nery C, Coughlin MJ, Baumfeld D, Ballerini FJ, Kobata S. Hallux valgus in males--part 2: radiographic assessment of surgical treatment. Foot Ankle Int. 2013 May; 34(5):636-44. PMID: 23637233

Klein EE, Weil L, Weil LS, Coughlin MJ, Knight J. Clinical examination of plantar plate abnormality: a diagnostic perspective. Foot Ankle Int. 2013 Jun; 34(6):800-4. PMID: 23696184

Cooper MT, Coughlin MJ. Subcaptial oblique fifth metatarsal osteotomy versus distal chevron osteotomy for correction of bunionette deformity: a cadaveric study. Foot Ankle Spec. 2012 Oct; 5(5):313-7. PMID: 22715497

Nery C, Coughlin MJ, Baumfeld D, Mann TS. Lesser metatarsophalangeal joint instability: prospective evaluation and repair of plantar plate and capsular insufficiency. Foot Ankle Int. 2012 Apr; 33(4):301-11. PMID: 22735202

Coughlin MJ, Schutt SA, Hirose CB, Kennedy MJ, Grebing BR, Smith BW, Cooper MT, Golano P, Viladot R, Alvarez F. Metatarsophalangeal joint pathology in crossover second toe deformity: a cadaveric study. Foot Ankle Int. 2012 Feb; 33(2):133-40. PMID: 22381345

Frimenko RE, Lievers W, Coughlin MJ, Anderson RB, Crandall JR, Kent RW. Etiology and biomechanics of first metatarsophalangeal joint sprains (turf toe) in athletes. Crit Rev Biomed Eng. 2012; 40(1):43-61. PMID: 22428798

Coughlin MJ, Baumfeld DS, Nery C. Second MTP joint instability: grading of the deformity and description of surgical repair of capsular insufficiency. Phys Sportsmed. 2011 Sep; 39(3):132-41. PMID: 22030949

Coughlin MJ. Continuous infusion nerve block provided better pain control than a single bolus after major ankle or hindfoot surgery. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2011 Aug 17; 93(16):1544. PMID: 22204010

Angirasa AK, Augoyard M, Coughlin MJ, Fridman R, Ruch J, Weil L. Hammer toe, mallet toe, and claw toe. Foot Ankle Spec. 2011 Jun; 4(3):182-7. PMID: 21697399

Cooper MT, Coughlin MJ. Sequential dissection for exposure of the second metatarsophalangeal joint. Foot Ankle Int. 2011 Mar; 32(3):294-9. PMID: 21477549

Kemp TJ, Hirose CB, Coughlin MJ. Fracture of the second metatarsal following suture button fixation device in the correction of hallux valgus. Foot Ankle Int. 2010 Aug; 31(8):712-6. PMID: 20727321

Kemp TJ, Hirose CB, Coughlin MJ, Otto R. Treatment of chronic tophaceous gout with a wound vacuum-assisted device. Foot Ankle Int. 2010 Aug; 31(8):729-31. PMID: 20727324

Coughlin MJ. "Instability of the first metatarsal-cuneiform joint: diagnosis and discussion of an independent pain generator in the foot". Foot Ankle Int. 2010 Jun; 31(6):560-1. PMID: 20557826

Coughlin MJ, Kemp TJ, Hirose CB. Turf toe: soft tissue and osteocartilaginous injury to the first metatarsophalangeal joint. Phys Sportsmed. 2010 Apr; 38(1):91-100. PMID: 20424406

Smith BW, Coughlin MJ. Disorders of the lesser toes. Sports Med Arthrosc Rev. 2009 Sep; 17(3):167-74. PMID: 19680113

Smith BW, Coughlin MJ. Treatment of hallux valgus with increased distal metatarsal articular angle: use of double and triple osteotomies. Foot Ankle Clin. 2009 Sep; 14(3):369-82. PMID: 19712880

Coughlin MJ, Kaz A. Correlation of Harris mats, physical exam, pictures, and radiographic measurements in adult flatfoot deformity. Foot Ankle Int. 2009 Jul; 30(7):604-12. PMID: 19589305

Saltzman CL, Mann RA, Ahrens JE, Amendola A, Anderson RB, Berlet GC, Brodsky JW, Chou LB, Clanton TO, Deland JT, Deorio JK, Horton GA, Lee TH, Mann JA, Nunley JA, Thordarson DB, Walling AK, Wapner KL, Coughlin MJ. Prospective controlled trial of STAR total ankle replacement versus ankle fusion: initial results. Foot Ankle Int. 2009 Jul; 30(7):579-96. PMID: 19589303

Schenck RC, Coughlin MJ. Lateral ankle instability and revision surgery alternatives in the athlete. Foot Ankle Clin. 2009 Jun; 14(2):205-14. PMID: 19501803

Coughlin MJ, Smith BW. Hallux valgus and first ray mobility. Surgical technique. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2008 Oct; 90 Suppl 2 Pt 2:153-70. PMID: 18829930

Smith B, Coughlin M. Reconstruction of a chronic extensor hallucis longus tendon laceration with a gracilis tendon autograft. Orthopedics. 2008 Oct; 31(10). PMID: 19225994

Coughlin MJ, Smith BW, Traughber P. The evaluation of the healing rate of subtalar arthrodeses, part 2: the effect of low-intensity ultrasound stimulation. Foot Ankle Int. 2008 Oct; 29(10):970-7. PMID: 18851812

Smith BW, Coughlin MJ. The first metatarsocuneiform joint, hypermobility, and hallux valgus: what does it all mean? Foot Ankle Surg. 2008; 14(3):138-41. PMID: 19083631

Kaz AJ, Coughlin MJ. Crossover second toe: demographics, etiology, and radiographic assessment. Foot Ankle Int. 2007 Dec; 28(12):1223-37. PMID: 18173985

Coughlin MJ, Jones CP. Hallux valgus and first ray mobility. A prospective study. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2007 Sep; 89(9):1887-98. PMID: 17768183

Coughlin MJ, Jones CP. Hallux valgus: demographics, etiology, and radiographic assessment. Foot Ankle Int. 2007 Jul; 28(7):759-77. PMID: 17666168

Goucher NR, Coughlin MJ. Covering of the toes during hindfoot and ankle surgery: a randomized, controlled, clinical study. Foot Ankle Int. 2007 Apr; 28(4):413-5. PMID: 17475133

Chou LB, Mann RA, Coughlin MJ, McPeake WT, Mizel MS. Stress fracture as a complication of autogenous bone graft harvest from the distal tibia. Foot Ankle Int. 2007 Feb; 28(2):199-201. PMID: 17296139

Grimes JS, Coughlin MJ. First metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis as a treatment for failed hallux valgus surgery. Foot Ankle Int. 2006 Nov; 27(11):887-93. PMID: 17144948

Grimes J, Coughlin M. Geometric analysis of the Weil osteotomy. Foot Ankle Int. 2006 Nov; 27(11):985-92. PMID: 17144965

Goucher NR, Coughlin MJ. Hallux metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis using dome-shaped reamers and dorsal plate fixation: a prospective study. Foot Ankle Int. 2006 Nov; 27(11):869-76. PMID: 17144945

Coughlin MJ, Grimes JS, Traughber PD, Jones CP. Comparison of radiographs and CT scans in the prospective evaluation of the fusion of hindfoot arthrodesis. Foot Ankle Int. 2006 Oct; 27(10):780-7. PMID: 17054877

Golanó P, Viladot R, Alvarez F, Coughlin M, Grimes JS. Static loading of foot structures for radiographic studies. Foot Ankle Int. 2006 Jul; 27(7):559-60. PMID: 16842726

Glasoe WM, Coughlin MJ. A critical analysis of Dudley Morton's concept of disordered foot function. J Foot Ankle Surg. 2006 May-Jun; 45(3):147-55. PMID: 16651193

Jones CP, Coughlin MJ, Shurnas PS. Prospective CT scan evaluation of hindfoot nonunions treated with revision surgery and low-intensity ultrasound stimulation. Foot Ankle Int. 2006 Apr; 27(4):229-35. PMID: 16624210

Coughlin MJ, Grimes JS, Kennedy MP. Coralline hydroxyapatite bone graft substitute in hindfoot surgery. Foot Ankle Int. 2006 Jan; 27(1):19-22. PMID: 16442024

Goucher NR, Coughlin MJ, Kristensen RM. Dislocation of the posterior tibial tendon: a literature review and presentation of two cases. Iowa Orthop J. 2006; 26:122-6. PMID: 16789461

Glasoe WM, Grebing BR, Beck S, Coughlin MJ, Saltzman CL. A comparison of device measures of dorsal first ray mobility. Foot Ankle Int. 2005 Nov; 26(11):957-61. PMID: 16309611

Jones CP, Coughlin MJ, Pierce-Villadot R, Golano P, Kennedy MP, Shurnas PS, Grebing BR, Teachout L. The validity and reliability of the Klaue device. Foot Ankle Int. 2005 Nov; 26(11):951-6. PMID: 16309610

Coughlin MJ, Grebing BR, Jones CP. Arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint for idiopathic hallux valgus: intermediate results. Foot Ankle Int. 2005 Oct; 26(10):783-92. PMID: 16221449

Jones CP, Coughlin MJ, Grebing BR, Kennedy MP, Shurnas PS, Viladot R, Golanó P. First metatarsophalangeal joint motion after hallux valgus correction: a cadaver study. Foot Ankle Int. 2005 Aug; 26(8):614-9. PMID: 16115418

Coughlin MJ, Grimes S. Proximal metatarsal osteotomy and distal soft tissue reconstruction as treatment for hallux valgus deformity. Keio J Med. 2005 Jun; 54(2):60-5. PMID: 16077254

Jones C, Coughlin M, Petersen W, Herbot M, Paletta J. Mechanical comparison of two types of fixation for proximal first metatarsal crescentic osteotomy. Foot Ankle Int. 2005 May; 26(5):371-4. PMID: 15913520

Jones C, Coughlin M, Villadot R, Golanó P. Proximal crescentic metatarsal osteotomy: the effect of saw blade orientation on first ray elevation. Foot Ankle Int. 2005 Feb; 26(2):152-7. PMID: 15737258

Coughlin MJ, Shurnas PS. Hallux rigidus. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2004 Sep; 86-A Suppl 1(Pt 2):119-30. PMID: 15466753

Coughlin MJ, Jones CP, Viladot R, Golanó P, Glanó P, Grebing BR, Kennedy MJ, Shurnas PS, Alvarez F. Hallux valgus and first ray mobility: a cadaveric study. Foot Ankle Int. 2004 Aug; 25(8):537-44. PMID: 15363374

Grebing BR, Coughlin MJ. Evaluation of Morton's theory of second metatarsal hypertrophy. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2004 Jul; 86(7):1375-86. PMID: 15252083

Grebing BR, Coughlin MJ. The effect of ankle position on the exam for first ray mobility. Foot Ankle Int. 2004 Jul; 25(7):467-75. PMID: 15319104

Grebing BR, Coughlin MJ. Evaluation of the Esmark bandage as a tourniquet for forefoot surgery. Foot Ankle Int. 2004 Jun; 25(6):397-405. PMID: 15215024

Coughlin MJ. Re: intra-and-inter-observer reliability of the distal metatarsal articular angle in adult hallux valgus, Chi T, et al, Foot Ankle Int. 23(8):722-726, 2002. Foot Ankle Int. 2004 Jun; 25(6):443-4. PMID: 15215035

Coughlin MJ, Schenck RC, Grebing BR, Treme G. Comprehensive reconstruction of the lateral ankle for chronic instability using a free gracilis graft. Foot Ankle Int. 2004 Apr; 25(4):231-41. PMID: 15132931

Shurnas PS, Coughlin MJ. Recall of the risks of forefoot surgery after informed consent. Foot Ankle Int. 2003 Dec; 24(12):904-8. PMID: 14733345

Coughlin MJ, Shurnas PS. Hallux rigidus. Grading and long-term results of operative treatment. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2003 Nov; 85(11):2072-88. PMID: 14630834

Coughlin MJ, Shurnas PS. Hallux rigidus: demographics, etiology, and radiographic assessment. Foot Ankle Int. 2003 Oct; 24(10):731-43. PMID: 14587987

Kennedy MP, Coughlin MJ. Peroneus longus rupture following a modified Evans lateral ankle ligament reconstruction. Orthopedics. 2003 Oct; 26(10):1059-60. PMID: 14577530

Coughlin MJ, Shurnas PJ. Soft-tissue arthroplasty for hallux rigidus. Foot Ankle Int. 2003 Sep; 24(9):661-72. PMID: 14524514

Coughlin MJ, Kennedy MP. Operative repair of fourth and fifth toe corns. Foot Ankle Int. 2003 Feb; 24(2):147-57. PMID: 12627623

Coughlin MJ, Shurnas PS. Hallux valgus in men. Part II: First ray mobility after bunionectomy and factors associated with hallux valgus deformity. Foot Ankle Int. 2003 Jan; 24(1):73-8. PMID: 12540086

Coughlin MJ. Lesser toe abnormalities. Instr Course Lect. 2003; 52:421-44. PMID: 12690869

Coughlin MJ, Schenck RC, Shurnas PS, Bloome DM, Shurnas PJ. Concurrent interdigital neuroma and MTP joint instability: long-term results of treatment. Foot Ankle Int. 2002 Nov; 23(11):1018-25. PMID: 12449407

Kennedy MP, Coughlin MJ. Peg-in-socket arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint. Foot Ankle Int. 2002 Apr; 23(4):352-4. PMID: 11991484

Coughlin MJ, Saltzman CL, Nunley JA. Angular measurements in the evaluation of hallux valgus deformities: a report of the ad hoc committee of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society on angular measurements. Foot Ankle Int. 2002 Jan; 23(1):68-74. PMID: 11822697

Coughlin MJ, Matt V, Schenck RC. Augmented lateral ankle reconstruction using a free gracilis graft. Orthopedics. 2002 Jan; 25(1):31-5. PMID: 11811239

Coughlin MJ. The Scandinavian total ankle replacement prosthesis. Instr Course Lect. 2002; 51:135-42. PMID: 12064098

Coughlin MJ, Pinsonneault T. Operative treatment of interdigital neuroma. A long-term follow-up study. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2001 Sep; 83(9):1321-8. PMID: 11568193

Coughlin MJ, Freund E. Roger A. Mann Award . The reliability of angular measurements in hallux valgus deformities. . Foot Ankle Int. 2001 May; 22(5):369-79. PMID: 11428754

Coughlin MJ, Schenck RC. Lateral ankle reconstruction. Foot Ankle Int. 2001 Mar; 22(3):256-8. PMID: 11310870

Coughlin MJ. Calcaneal fractures in the industrial patient. Foot Ankle Int. 2000 Nov; 21(11):896-905. PMID: 11103760

Coughlin MJ. Common causes of pain in the forefoot in adults. J Bone Joint Surg Br. 2000 Aug; 82(6):781-90. PMID: 10990297

Coughlin MJ. Rheumatoid forefoot reconstruction. A long-term follow-up study. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2000 Mar; 82(3):322-41. PMID: 10724225

Coughlin MJ, Dorris J, Polk E. Operative repair of the fixed hammertoe deformity. Foot Ankle Int. 2000 Feb; 21(2):94-104. PMID: 10694020

Coughlin MJ, Carlson RE. Treatment of hallux valgus with an increased distal metatarsal articular angle: evaluation of double and triple first ray osteotomies. Foot Ankle Int. 1999 Dec; 20(12):762-70. PMID: 10609703

Frey C, Coughlin MJ. Women's shoe wear: an orthopaedist's advice. J Womens Health. 1999 Jan-Feb; 8(1):45-9. PMID: 10094080

Coughlin MJ. Hallux valgus in men: effect of the distal metatarsal articular angle on hallux valgus correction. Foot Ankle Int. 1997 Aug; 18(8):463-70. PMID: 9278739

Coughlin MJ. Hallux valgus. Instr Course Lect. 1997; 46:357-91. PMID: 9143980

Coughlin MJ. Hallux valgus. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1996 Jun; 78(6):932-66. PMID: 8666613

Coughlin MJ. Roger A. Mann Award. Juvenile hallux valgus: etiology and treatment. Foot Ankle Int. 1995 Nov; 16(11):682-97. PMID: 8589807

Coughlin MJ. Operative repair of the mallet toe deformity. Foot Ankle Int. 1995 Mar; 16(3):109-16. PMID: 7599726

Coughlin MJ, Thompson FM. The high price of high-fashion footwear. Instr Course Lect. 1995; 44:371-7. PMID: 7797875

Coughlin MJ, Abdo RV. Arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint with Vitallium plate fixation. Foot Ankle Int. 1994 Jan; 15(1):18-28. PMID: 7981791

Coughlin MJ. Second metatarsophalangeal joint instability in the athlete. Foot Ankle. 1993 Jul-Aug; 14(6):309-19. PMID: 8406245

Coughlin MJ. Preparing general orthopedists for foot and ankle care. Orthopedics. 1991 Jun; 14(6):651. PMID: 1866345

Coughlin MJ. Treatment of bunionette deformity with longitudinal diaphyseal osteotomy with distal soft tissue repair. Foot Ankle. 1991 Feb; 11(4):195-203. PMID: 1855704

Coughlin MJ. Arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint with mini-fragment plate fixation. Orthopedics. 1990 Sep; 13(9):1037-44. PMID: 2235736

Coughlin MJ. Treating hallux valgus deformities: versatility is required. Orthopedics. 1990 Sep; 13(9):935. PMID: 2235741

Coughlin MJ. Arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint. Orthop Rev. 1990 Feb; 19(2):177-86. PMID: 2181389

Coughlin MJ. Etiology and treatment of the bunionette deformity. Instr Course Lect. 1990; 39:37-48. PMID: 2186126

Coughlin MJ. Sesamoid pain: causes and surgical treatment. Instr Course Lect. 1990; 39:23-35. PMID: 2186107

Coughlin MJ. Subluxation and dislocation of the second metatarsophalangeal joint. Orthop Clin North Am. 1989 Oct; 20(4):535-51. PMID: 2797749

Coughlin MJ. Crossover second toe deformity. Foot Ankle. 1987 Aug; 8(1):29-39. PMID: 3623359

Coughlin MJ, Mann RA. Arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint as salvage for the failed Keller procedure. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1987 Jan; 69(1):68-75. PMID: 3805073

Coughlin MJ. Lesser toe deformities. Orthopedics. 1987 Jan; 10(1):63-75. PMID: 2949203

Mann RA, Coughlin MJ. Lesser toe deformities. Instr Course Lect. 1987; 36:137-59. PMID: 3437122

Coughlin MJ, Mann RA. The pathophysiology of the juvenile bunion. Instr Course Lect. 1987; 36:123-36. PMID: 3325551

Coughlin MJ. Hallux valgus. Causes, evaluation, and treatment. Postgrad Med. 1984 Apr; 75(5):174-8, 183, 186-7. PMID: 6709527

Coughlin MJ. Mallet toes, hammer toes, claw toes, and corns. Causes and treatment of lesser-toe deformities. Postgrad Med. 1984 Apr; 75(5):191-8. PMID: 6709528

Coughlin MJ. The rheumatoid foot. Pathophysiology and treatment of arthritic manifestations. Postgrad Med. 1984 Apr; 75(5):207-16. PMID: 6709529

Mann RA, Coughlin MJ. Hallux valgus--etiology, anatomy, treatment and surgical considerations. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 1981 Jun; (157):31-41. PMID: 7249460

Mann RA, Coughlin MJ, DuVries HL. Hallux rigidus: A review of the literature and a method of treatment. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 1979 Jul-Aug; (142):57-63. PMID: 498649

Coughlin MJ, Morris JM, West WF. The semiconstrained total shoulder arthroplasty. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1979 Jun; 61(4):574-81. PMID: 438245

Coughlin MJ, Slabaugh PB, Smith TK. Experience with the McAtee olecranon device in olecranon fractures. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1979 Apr; 61(3):385-8. PMID: 429408

Hershman EB, Anderson R, Bergfeld JA, Bradley JP, Coughlin MJ, Johnson RJ, Spindler KP, Wojtys E, Powell JW, National Football League Injury and Safety Panel. An analysis of specific lower extremity injury rates on grass and FieldTurf playing surfaces in National Football League Games: 2000-2009 seasons. Am J Sports Med. 2012 Oct; 40(10):2200-5. PMID: 22972855

Awards Honors

Outstanding scientific publication in Foot and Ankle International Journal
2012
Outstanding scientific publication in Foot and Ankle International Journal, Foot And Ankle International, 2012
Foot And Ankle International

Idaho Physician of the Year
2010
Idaho Physician of the Year, Idaho Hospital Association, 2010
Idaho Hospital Association

Roger Mann Award for Outstanding Scientific Study for Annual Meeting
2009
Roger Mann Award for Outstanding Scientific Study for Annual Meeting, American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, 2009
American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society

Roger Mann Award for Outstanding Scientific Study for Annual Meeting
2000
Roger Mann Award for Outstanding Scientific Study for Annual Meeting, American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, 2000
American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society

Roger Mann Award for Outstanding Scientific Study for Annual Meeting
1995
Roger Mann Award for Outstanding Scientific Study for Annual Meeting, American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, 1995
American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society

Vernon Thompson Award, Outstanding Resident Paper
1977
Vernon Thompson Award, Outstanding Resident Paper, Western Orthopaedic Association, 1977
Western Orthopaedic Association

Alpha Omega Alpha Honorary Medical Society
1973
Alpha Omega Alpha Honorary Medical Society, University of Oregon Medical School, 1973
University of Oregon Medical School

About Michael Coughlin, MD

Michael J. Coughlin M.D. is a board certified Orthopaedic Surgeon who specializes in foot and ankle deformities and reconstruction. While currently the director of The Saint Alphonsus Coughlin Foot and Ankle Clinic in Boise, Idaho, he also is a member of the UCSF Orthopaedic Department and consults on Foot and Ankle problems at the Orthopaedic Institute.

Dr. Coughlin graduated from the University of Oregon Medical School, and then did his Orthopaedic training at UCSF. He then served a fellowship under the direction of Roger A. Mann, M.D. in Oakland, California. He returned to his home in Boise, Idaho and has been in active practice there before taking a part- time job at UCSF.

He is the editor of several textbooks on Foot and Ankle surgery, including the recently published Surgery of the Foot and Ankle, 9th edition. He has published over 100 peer review articles, and delivered over 500 scientific addresses both in the US and around the world.

He is past president of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, and past president of the International Federation of Foot and Ankle Societies.

Along with Roger Mann, he introduced the STAR ankle to the United States, a project that took 13 years to complete.

Dr. Coughlin interests in Orthopaedics vary from forefoot reconstruction to complex ankle and hindfoot deformities.

He resides in Boise, Idaho where he enjoys out of door acitivies such as skiing, hiking, and fly-fishing; he consults monthly at UCSF at the Orthopaedic Institute.

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