Ashlee MacDonald

Ashlee MacDonald, MD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation specializing in the Division of Foot and Ankle. With expertise in complex reconstructive procedures, she focuses on improving surgical outcomes through meticulous technique and patient-centered care approaches.

Education:

• Foot and Ankle Surgery Fellowship, Mercy Medical Center Institute for Foot and Ankle Reconstruction (2020-2021)
• Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (2014-2020)
• MD, Eastern Virginia Medical School (2008-2014)
• BS in Health and Exercise Science, Wake Forest University (2004-2008)

Dr. MacDonald's research program centers on patient-reported outcomes in foot and ankle surgery, with particular emphasis on fracture repair and tendon healing mechanisms. Her clinical interests encompass complex foot and ankle reconstruction, management of ankle instability through ligament reconstruction techniques, and treatment of Achilles and peroneal tendon pathologies. She also specializes in acute foot and ankle trauma management, bringing together biomechanical understanding with surgical expertise to optimize patient recovery.

Her publication record reveals a strong focus on surgical techniques for flatfoot deformity correction, ligament reconstruction procedures, and arthrodesis methods. Recent work explores the intersection of metabolic factors (like GLP-1 agonists) with surgical outcomes, demonstrating her innovative approach to understanding factors affecting bone healing and infection risk. Her research consistently addresses practical clinical questions that directly impact surgical decision-making and patient care.