Shumaila Sarfani, MD

Meet Shumaila Sarfani, MD

Expert Foot & Ankle Orthopedic Surgeon Helping San Antonio Patients Stay Active and Mobile

Shumaila Sarfani, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle surgery at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in San Antonio, Texas. A San Antonio native, Dr. Sarfani brings world-class training back to the community she calls home. She earned her undergraduate degree from Rice University, graduating Magna Cum Laude, before attending Mayo Medical School. She completed her orthopedic surgery residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and advanced fellowship training in Foot and Ankle Surgery at the Campbell Clinic and University of Tennessee. Today, she combines advanced surgical expertise with a patient-centered approach focused on helping people return to the activities and lifestyles they enjoy most.

Career at a Glance

• Board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
• Recipient of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society Resident Scholar Award
• Honored with the Mary K. and Cyprus Award for Women in Orthopedics and Vanderbilt University's Master Teacher Award

Clinical Role and Leadership

As a fellowship-trained orthopedic foot and ankle specialist, Dr. Sarfani provides advanced care for patients experiencing everything from common injuries to complex reconstructive conditions. Her expertise includes both non-surgical treatment options and sophisticated surgical procedures designed to restore mobility, reduce pain, and improve quality of life. She helps patients navigate treatment decisions with confidence while bringing leading-edge orthopedic care to the San Antonio community.

She provides specialized care for conditions such as:

• Foot and ankle fractures
• Sports-related foot and ankle injuries
• Arthritis and ankle arthritis
• Achilles tendon disorders and injuries
• Bunions and forefoot deformities
• Diabetic foot conditions and Charcot arthropathy
• Flatfoot deformity and complex foot reconstruction

What You Can Expect from Care with Dr. Sarfani

Dr. Sarfani believes orthopedic care should be personalized, collaborative, and focused on helping patients return to the activities that matter most. She takes time to understand each patient's goals, activity level, and lifestyle before recommending a treatment plan. Whether managing a sports injury, chronic arthritis, or a complex foot and ankle condition, her approach centers on restoring function, reducing pain, and improving long-term mobility.

You can expect:

• A personalized treatment plan tailored to your goals
• Clear communication and shared decision-making
• Consideration of both surgical and non-surgical options
• Access to advanced foot and ankle surgical expertise
• A focus on helping you return safely to the activities you enjoy

Advanced Surgical Innovation / Diagnostic Care

Dr. Sarfani specializes in advanced foot and ankle procedures, including total ankle replacement, revision total ankle replacement, minimally invasive foot surgery, arthroscopy, cartilage restoration techniques, and complex reconstructive surgery. Her research and clinical work have also explored weight-bearing CT technology, an advanced imaging tool that can improve diagnosis and treatment planning for foot and ankle conditions.

Research, Clinical Insight, and Thought Leadership

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Sarfani has contributed extensively to orthopedic research. Her published work has focused on total ankle replacement outcomes, Charcot arthropathy, patient safety, orthopedic quality improvement, advanced diagnostic imaging, fracture care, and surgical techniques. She has authored or co-authored peer-reviewed publications in respected orthopedic journals and has presented educational content to both primary care and orthopedic audiences.

Commitment to Public Health and Health Equity

While no verified public source specifically identifies formal community outreach or health equity leadership initiatives, Dr. Sarfani participates in organizations committed to expanding access to orthopedic care throughout the San Antonio community. Her educational presentations for medical professionals and her commitment to helping patients regain mobility reflect a broader dedication to improving musculoskeletal health and patient outcomes.