Samuel Russ, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in foot and ankle care, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul patients. He has a special interest in sports-related injuries, arthroscopy, and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. He completed a foot and ankle fellowship at St. Mary’s Orthopedics in Maine. “I try all the things to help people live functional, pain-free lives without surgery first,” Dr. Russ says. “Then, if we determine that the individual requires surgery, I work with the patient to figure out what he or she needs, so that I am not doing too much or too little. I work to individualize the surgical treatment plan.” He volunteers his surgical skills to underserved communities through One World Surgery. Dr. Russ is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Metatarsalgia, and Osteochondritis Dissecans.

Michael Castro, D.O., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in foot and ankle care, serving patients in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. Special interests include foot and ankle fractures and reconstruction, sports-related injuries, and tendon and ligament treatment. He completed an orthopedic foot and ankle fellowship at Portland Foot and Ankle Center, as well as a second fellowship in AO/ASIF (Osteosynthesis/Association for the Study of Internal Fixation) in Switzerland. “I view the foot and ankle as a ‘perfect machine’ that is taken for granted,” Dr. Castro shares. “When it breaks down, the effects can be profound. My focus and the focus of my team is to help get you back on your feet doing what you love.”. Dr. Castro is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Plantar Fasciitis, Metatarsalgia, and Hip Replacement.

Sarah Lehnert, M.D., C.A.Q., is an orthopedic sports medicine physician at Summit Orthopedics specializing in nonsurgical treatment of knee, shoulder, hip, foot, and ankle concerns. She has a special interest in musculoskeletal ultrasound and guided injections, and serves patients in Minneapolis/St. Paul. She completed her fellowship in primary care sports medicine at Hennepin County Medical Center, and earned a certificate of added qualification. She understands the unique needs of patients and has served on medical teams for events including the USA World Cup Youth Soccer tournament, Twin Cities Marathon, and Minnesota State High School League tournaments, in addition to being a team physician for college and high school teams. Dr. Lehnert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Osteoarthritis.

Kirk Scofield, M.D., C.A.Q., is an orthopedic sports medicine physician at Summit Orthopedics specializing in nonsurgical treatment of knee, shoulder, hip, foot, and ankle concerns. He has a special interest in musculoskeletal ultrasound, regenerative medicine, Tenex technology, and running/endurance injuries. He completed his fellowship in Primary Care Sports Medicine at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Scofield is also an athlete and Ironman finisher. “My training encompasses movement analysis, body mechanics, concussion management, nutrition, and cardiovascular issues related to athletes,” he says. He serves as team physician for collegiate and high school athletes, and medical provider to U.S. Olympics (marathon and endurance events). Dr. Scofield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis.

Reed C. Williams, M.D., M.B.S., R.M.S.K., is a physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) physician specializing in nonoperative sports, musculoskeletal, and diagnostic and interventional ultrasound medicine at Summit Orthopedics. After his residency at Temple University in Philadelphia, he completed his fellowship at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle Washington. Dr. Williams strongly believes "that the art of medicine is just as important as the science behind it.". Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, and Tenotomy.

Angela Voight, M.D., is an orthopedic sports medicine physician at Summit Orthopedics specializing in nonsurgical treatment of knee, shoulder, hip, foot, and ankle concerns. As an avid runner herself, Dr. Voight has a special interest in treating running injuries. She completed a sports medicine fellowship at the University of California. She is a team physician and physician volunteer for many marathons and events. “My goal is to help people return to the activities they love as quickly and safely as possible. I want patients to feel as though they are well cared for, that their concerns are heard, and that we work together to find the best treatment plan.”. Dr. Voight is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, and Bursitis.

Dr. Andrew Brooks is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in Foot and Ankle. Dr. Brooks completed his undergraduate and medical degrees at Michigan State University, followed by residency training in orthopedic surgery at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. He went on to complete a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. “Even though I’m a surgeon, my goal is always to do the least amount possible to get patients back to their desired activities. Whenever appropriate, we’ll try conservative and nonsurgical options like bracing and orthotics first,” Dr. Brooks said. “But if surgery is what’s needed, we’ll move in that direction as a patient-doctor team.”. Dr. Brooks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Flat Feet, Tendinitis, and Tenosynovitis.

Tracy Rupke, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in foot and ankle care, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area patients. She has a special interest in sports medicine, orthopedic trauma, and reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle. She did a sports medicine fellowship at the University of Ottawa in Canada, and a foot and ankle surgery fellowship at the University of Washington, Seattle. “I am dedicated to providing the best care possible for my patients,” she says. “I love running and understand every patient’s desire to return to their own life and activities.” She provides medical coverage for the U.S. Waterski team and volunteered surgical skills to underserved communities through One World Surgery. Dr. Rupke is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Osteochondritis Dissecans, and Hip Replacement.

Jessica Downes is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Downes has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Compartment Syndrome, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Foot Drop, and Infectious Arthritis. Dr. Downes is currently accepting new patients.

Kristine Freiling is a Physician Assistant in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Ms. Freiling is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture and Plantar Fasciitis. Ms. Freiling is currently accepting new patients.

Brett Osgood is a Physician Assistant in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Mr. Osgood is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Plantar Fasciitis, Rhizarthrosis, and Freiberg's Disease. Mr. Osgood is currently accepting new patients.

John Tanner is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Robbinsdale, Minnesota. Dr. Tanner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Tanner is currently accepting new patients.

Sara Tsantes is a Physician Assistant in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Ms. Tsantes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Plantar Fasciitis, BRCA Positive Breast Cancer, and HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. Ms. Tsantes is currently accepting new patients.

Kimberly Bobbitt is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Bobbitt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, High Arch, Ledderhose Disease, Myringotomy, and Fasciotomy. Dr. Bobbitt is currently accepting new patients.

George Hanson is an Orthopedics provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Hanson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Compartment Syndrome, Infectious Arthritis, Osteonecrosis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Hanson is currently accepting new patients.

Stephanie Branson is a Physician Assistant in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Ms. Branson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top area of expertise is Achilles Tendon Rupture. Ms. Branson is currently accepting new patients.

Kristen Brett is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Brett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, High Arch, Gangrene, and Metatarsalgia. Dr. Brett is currently accepting new patients.

Nicole Bauerly is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Bauerly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Gangrene, Plantar Fasciitis, Fasciotomy, and Myringotomy. Dr. Bauerly is currently accepting new patients.

Gudrun Mirick-Mueller is an Orthopedics provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Mirick-Mueller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Compartment Syndrome, Infectious Arthritis, Foot Drop, Pyomyositis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Mirick-Mueller is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Reid is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Reid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Fibromatosis, Ledderhose Disease, and Plantar Fasciitis. Dr. Reid is currently accepting new patients.