
Eric So, DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Foot & Ankle Surgery
5055 A St Suite 400 Lincoln NE, 68510About
Dr. Eric So is a podiatrist practicing in Lincoln, NE. Dr. So is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. So diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet. The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. So, the feet need expert care. Podiatrists can specialize in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics.
Education and Training
Des Moines University DPM 2015
University of Toledo Bachelors of Science, Major: Biology, Magna Cum Laude 2011
Board Certification
Foot Surgery (Podiatric Surgery)
Reconstructive Rearfoot / Ankle Surgery (Podiatric Surgery)
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Nebraska State Medical License
In2Bones Quantum Orthoplanify Total Ankle Arthroplasty Certification
Bryan Physician Leadership Academy
ABFAS Part II CBPS Examination
Stryker STAR Total Ankle Arthroplasty Certification
Exactech Vantage Total Ankle Arthroplasty Certification
Zimmer Biomet Total Ankle Arthroplasty Solutions Certification
American Colleges of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Wright Medical Infinity; INBONE; Invision Total Ankle Arthroplasty Certification
ABFAS Part I Board Qualification Exam and CBPS
OhioHealth Chief Resident Development Series
National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners Part III
National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners Part II
Advanced Cardiac Life Support; American Heart Association (Renewal)
Basic Life Support; American Heart Association (Renewal)
National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners Part I
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Director of Education American Colleges of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Big West Region 2022 - 2023
- Scientific Chairman Heartland Foot and Ankle Conference 2021 - 2023
- Heartland Foot and Ankle Conference Scientific Committee 2019 - 2021
- Bryan Physician Leadership Academy 2020 - 2021
- Faculty Review Committee Grant Medical Center 2017 - 2018
- EBM and Research Committee American Colleges of Foot and Ankle Surgeons 2016 - 2017
- Externship Co-Coordinator Grant Medical Center 2016 - 2017
- Admissions Interview Committee Des Moines University 2012 - 2013
- Research Symposium Committee Des Moines University 2012 - 2013
- Vice President American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine Student Club 2011 - 2012
Awards
- 1st Place - ACFAS Research Manuscript 2024 ACFAS
- First place, Manuscript Competition 2024 American Colleges of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
- Honorable Mention, Manuscript Competition 2024 American Colleges of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
- Third place, Manuscript Competition 2022 American Colleges of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
- First place, Manuscript Competition 2020 104th Annual Seminar Ohio Foot and Ankle Medical Association So E
- Third place, Poster Competition 2020 104th Annual Seminar Ohio Foot and Ankle Medical Association Lee J.
- Outstanding Contribution in the Area of Medical Research 2018 Foot and Ankle Specialists of Central Ohio
- Second Place, Poster Competition 2018 OhioHealth Research Sharing Day So E
- First place, Manuscript Competition 2018 102nd Annual Seminar Ohio Foot and Ankle Medical Association So E
- American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) Clinical Research Grant 2017
- First Place, Manuscript Competition 2017 101st Annual Seminar Ohio Foot and Ankle Medical Association So E
- First Place, Poster Competition 2017 101st Annual Seminar Ohio Foot and Ankle Medical Association So E
- Class of 2015 Leadership Award 2015 Des Moines University
- Crimson Excellence Award 2014 Harvard Mount Auburn Hospital
- American Podiatric Medical Association Educational Foundation Scholarship Year 2013-2014
- Excellence Award, Physical Diagnosis Teaching Assistant 2012
- Dean’s Merit Scholarship Year Des Moines University 2011-2015
Professional Memberships
- American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ABFAS)
- American Colleges of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS)
Treatments
- Non-surgical and surgical
Internships
- Grant Medical Center
Fellowships
- CORE Institute, Phoenix, AZ
Professional Society Memberships
- ACFAS
Professional Affiliations
- ACFAS
Articles and Publications
- Author or co-author of 50 peer-reviewed articles
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard work and continued medical education
Areas of research
- Ankle arthritis, deformity correction, and sports injuries
Awards
- 1st Place ACFAS Research Award
Philanthropic Initiatives
- None
Teaching and speaking
- Consultant
Favorite Place to Vacation
- Hawaii
Hobbies / Sports
- Tennis
Favorite professional publications
- JFAS, FAI, JBJS
Areas of research
Lisfranc injuries, total ankle replacement, trauma
Eric So, DPM's Practice location
Capital Foot and Ankle
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