TL;DR

• Call multiple NYC foot-and-ankle centers and ask for “revision hallux valgus/failed bunionectomy” triage and the cancellation list.
• Have your operative report, implant list, and recent weight‑bearing foot X-rays ready; ask if a weight‑bearing CT is helpful.
• Watch for red flags below; otherwise use wide toe‑box/rigid‑sole shoes and gentle edema control until you’re seen.

How to Be Seen Sooner in NYC

1. Call multiple centers the same day. Ask scheduling to flag your case as a revision bunion/failed bunionectomy with functional loss and put you on the cancellation list.
2. Ask for triage options. Inquire about a foot-and-ankle fellow or resident clinic, telehealth triage, or nurse navigator review.
3. Use a concise script. “Post-op bunionectomy with severe pain and difficulty walking; concerned for nonunion/hardware/malalignment. I have weight‑bearing X‑rays and my operative report. Any sooner openings or triage options?”
4. Cast a wider net. If Manhattan is full, try Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island, Westchester, NJ, and CT locations affiliated with major systems.

What to Bring to a Revision Consult

• Operative report and implant list from the original surgery.
• Recent weight‑bearing foot X‑rays (AP, lateral, oblique). If available, weight‑bearing CT.
• Medication list, allergies, prior imaging, and a one‑page symptom timeline (what worsens/helps, activity limits, goals).
• Photos of swelling or wound changes (dated), plus your best comfortable shoe/orthotic setup.

NYC Foot & Ankle Centers to Call for Revision Opinions

• Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) — still join the cancellation list even if wait is long.
• NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital (HJD)
• Mount Sinai Orthopedics
• Columbia Orthopedics / NewYork‑Presbyterian
• Weill Cornell Medicine Orthopedics
• Lenox Hill / Northwell Health
• Montefiore Orthopedics (Bronx)
• Rothman Orthopaedics (NYC locations)
• Consider affiliated sites in Westchester, NJ, and CT for earlier slots.

What to Say When Calling

“Hi, I’m seeking an urgent revision hallux valgus evaluation after a failed bunionectomy. I have severe pain and trouble walking, and I’m worried about nonunion/hardware/malalignment. I have my operative report and recent weight‑bearing X‑rays. Could I be added to the cancellation list or seen in a fellow/resident clinic or via telehealth triage?”

Red Flags — Seek Urgent Care/ED

• Fever, purulent drainage, rapidly spreading redness
• Blue/pale toes, new numbness, or loss of pulse
• Severe calf pain/swelling (possible DVT)
• Uncontrolled pain despite medication

This article is informational and not medical advice. If in doubt, seek urgent evaluation.

Managing Symptoms While You Wait (If Your Clinician Agrees)

• Footwear: Wide toe‑box, rigid‑sole/post‑op shoe, or a carbon‑fiber foot plate to reduce painful toe motion.
• Edema & pain: Elevation, gentle icing, and scheduled NSAIDs/acetaminophen if safe for you.
• Gait: Short‑term cane/crutches or a walking boot if recommended to avoid limping injuries.
• Supports: A soft bunion sleeve or toe spacer only if it clearly reduces pain; stop if it aggravates symptoms.

Comfort Support (Editor’s Note)

Some people find soft sleeves helpful for cushioning and reducing shoe friction while awaiting a consult. If you choose to try one, stop if pain increases.

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Questions to Ask the Revision Surgeon

• What is the primary issue (nonunion, malalignment, hardware, joint damage)?
• What imaging confirms it? Would a weight‑bearing CT change the plan?
• What are the revision options and trade‑offs (osteotomy vs fusion, hardware removal, soft‑tissue balancing)?
• Expected function, footwear, and activity limits after revision?
• Recovery timeline, DVT prevention, pain plan, and return‑to‑work guidance?

Community & Reliable Reading

• Peer support and practical tips: r/HalluxCare
• Plain‑language overview of conservative options: Bunion Treatments – The Best Ways To Treat Bunions