2016 Iron Dog

February 19, 2016News

Dr. Heilala and the Iron Dog Rec Class riders of team 77 and 52 are on their way to Nome, AK. Team 77: Eric Campbell, Matt Heilala, Ryan Heilala, Stan James, John McCormick Team 52: Rick Carver The Iron Dog Recreational Class is not a competitive race, but is equally as tough and rewarding. Recreational … Read More

Dr. Jansma Wins 2016 Crystal Gallery of Ice Competition

January 26, 2016News

Congratulations to our very own Dr. Jennifer Jansma and her teammate Carol Lewando. They won the 1st place prize in the 2016 Crystal Gallery of Ice competition. Their oceanic themed entry, The Pearl depicts an underwater scene with vertical coral elements and a large clam with a round ice pearl inside. The 2016 Crystal Gallery … Read More

Dr. Kern finished the Little Su 50K

March 2, 2015News

AFAS’s own Dr. Jared Kern completes the Little Su 50K race on Saturday, February14, 2015. The Little Su 50K is a companion race to the Susitna 100. A ski, foot and bike race on packed snowmachine and dog sled trails in the Susitna River valley, north of Anchorage. Dr. Kern finished the Little Su 50K … Read More

2015 Iron Dog Update

February 23, 2015News

2015 Iron Dog update: Team 4 has left the official restart in Big Lake, Alaska and is racing towards a successful finish in Fairbanks. This years race will provide some difficult challenges for riders along the trail. The lack of snow and open water areas, will force riders to slow down and take the necessary … Read More

2015 Iron Dog Team 4 Ready

February 20, 2015News

2015 Iron Dog Team 4 is ready to race! All of the preparations and tech inspections are finished. Now rookie riders, Kidwell and Wood just need to reach the the finish line. 2015 Iron Dog Team 4 drew the fourteenth starting position for the ceremonial start, Saturday February 21, 2015  in Downtown Anchorage. Alaska Foot … Read More

Cigna Health Insurance Provider

October 30, 2014News

Effective November 1, 2014 Alaska Foot & Ankle Specialists will be an in-network provider for Cigna Health Insurance PPO plans. Cigna provides health care and related benefits to individuals, employers, brokers and consultants.

AFAS Receives Mt Huntington Award

October 30, 2014News

Alaska Foot & Ankle Specialists received the Mt. Huntington Award from Anchorage Project Access. The Mt. Huntington Award was granted to AFAS providers for their commitment and generous service to medically uninsured patients. Anchorage Project Access is a physician-led community effort to provide health care to low income uninsured residents with the Municipality of Anchorage. … Read More