Yes, I had a plate and 6 screws removed from my ankle one year after they were put in. I still have one large screw in the back of my ankle - that's with me for life.

I did have surgery to remove the hardware - no big deal. I did have to use caution for 4-6 weeks, while the holes filled in.

Today, 13 years later, the plate is still with me - on my key chain

Good luck on Monday!!