Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics ( FAO ) is a scholarly journal of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS). This open access medical journal emphasizes surgical and medical management of foot and ankle disorders with a specific focus on reconstructive, trauma, and sports-related conditions utilizing the latest technological advances. It offers original peer-reviewed articles including: clinical and basic science research, meta-analyses, systematic and contemporary reviews, case reviews, hot topics, research designs and technique tips. FAO is committed to maintaining the same standards of quality and editorial oversight offered by FAI . All papers considered suitable for peer review will undergo a rigorous double-anonymized peer review process, including a minimum of two peer reviewers and the Editor-in-Chief (and an Associate Editor, if warranted). This journal is an ideal resource for orthopaedic surgeons, fellows, residents, and allied health providers interested in providing the latest in evidenced-based foot and ankle care. FAO publishes Clinical and Biomedical Scientific Manuscripts; Short Scientific Reports; Systematic Review/Meta-Analyses; Contemporary Reviews; Case Reports; Technique Tips; and Letters to the Editor. FAO will not consider the following types of submissions for publication: Bibliometric papers: Qualitative or mixed methods research; and "Learning curve" Manuscripts. This journal is a member of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) . Please click on Submission Guidelines for instructions. Submit your manuscript today at https://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/fao .
