Bunion Surgery in Orange County
Dr. Richard Moy has performed bunion surgery from his Foothill Ranch office since 1992, refining his approach over more than three decades.
A Local Practice, Refined Over Decades
Dr. Richard R. Moy, DPM, FACFAS is a California podiatric surgeon who developed his bunion surgery technique in 1992 and has treated patients from his Orange County office ever since. His approach focuses on minimizing pain from bunion correction: most patients walk immediately, drive the next day, and do not require crutches.
97%+ of patients report a virtually painless surgery on their 5-day post-op evaluation (see the full methodology). Every result on this site is documented with signed, dated patient evaluations and before-and-after photos, not just marketing claims.
How Dr. Moy's Approach Compares
More than 100 documented bunion surgery techniques exist in the medical literature, ranging from traditional metatarsal head osteotomies to fusion-based (arthrodesis) procedures reserved for severe or arthritic joints. Dr. Moy's procedure is a minimal-incision correction performed at the bunion site itself: the bone is repositioned and the deforming forces that caused the bunion are addressed directly, with internal fixation that lets most patients bear weight the same day.
The goal is to restore the entire great-toe joint as a functional unit, not just remove the visible bump, while preserving joint motion whenever it can reasonably be reconstructed. Read more about what makes this approach different and how bunion procedures are selected.
Recovery Timeline at a Glance
Most patients walk in a protective boot starting the day of surgery and progress steadily over about six weeks:
| Timeframe | Milestone |
|---|---|
| Day of surgery | Walking in a protective boot, limited standing/walking |
| Day 1 | Driving may be possible once fully alert and off impairing medication |
| Weeks 1-4 | Gradually increasing standing/walking allowance each week |
| Weeks 5-6 | Transition toward regular shoes and low-impact activity |
These are general milestones; individual timelines depend on bone quality, fixation, and overall health. See the full week-by-week recovery guide for details.
Office Location
Foothill Ranch, CA
27462 Portola Pkwy Ste 100
Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
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Conveniently located for patients throughout Orange County, including Lake Forest, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Laguna Hills, Trabuco Canyon, Aliso Viejo, and Portola Hills.
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Meet Dr. Richard Moy, DPM, FACFAS
A California podiatric surgeon and FACFAS fellow with more than 35 years focused on bunion surgery and forefoot reconstruction.
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Request an EvaluationWritten by Richard R. Moy, DPM, FACFAS, Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgeon, bunion surgery experience since 1992.
Last medically reviewed: August 2026
This website provides general educational information and reflects Dr. Moy's clinical experience and professional opinions. It is not a substitute for an individual medical examination, diagnosis, treatment plan, or emergency care.
Every patient's anatomy, health, bone quality, procedure, healing response, and recovery are different. Recovery milestones and outcomes described on this website are typical or reported experiences and are not guarantees.
Patients should follow their own written postoperative instructions and contact the office promptly with unusual symptoms. Sudden chest pain, difficulty breathing, fainting, or another emergency requires immediate emergency medical care.