MediFind found 45 doctor with experience in Achilles Tendon Rupture near Gig Harbor, WA. Of these, 37 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.
Proliance Surgeons
Peter Krumins, MD, is fellowship trained in sports medicine with a professional interest in joint reconstruction of the lower extremity, including foot, ankle, knee and hip. He enjoys solving complex surgical problems to help individuals regain function and return to the activities they love.Dr. Krumins is an avid sports enthusiast enjoying snow skiing, paddle boarding, and hiking with his three children, as well as competing in bike races as a member of the Old Town Bicycle "dirt" team. Dr. Krumins is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.
Proliance Surgeons
Philip Yearian, DPM, is a board-certified surgeon specializing in the lower extremity treatment of the foot and ankle. He believes that staying on the forefront of treatment involves educating his patients, which leads to better outcomes.While competing as a Division I Track and Field athlete in the 3000 meters Steeplechase and Cross Country at the University of Portland, his own injuries introduced him to some of the very treatments he uses today to get patients back on their way to a non-painful walk or ultra-marathon.His training involved specializing in both bone and plastic reconstructive surgery. After over twenty years in practice in Gig Harbor and Tacoma, Dr. Yearian has improved some of these very techniques, which now allow some patients to shorten their recovery and return to play or work sooner.Dr. Yearian coaches basketball at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School. He also enjoys running marathons, skiing, traveling and teaching for the Franciscan Foot and Ankle Reconstructive Residency program. Mr. Yearian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Flat Feet, Synovitis, and Tendinitis.
Proliance Surgeons
Angela Laney is a Physician Assistant in Gig Harbor, Washington. Ms. Laney is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Rhizarthrosis, and Plantar Fasciitis. Ms. Laney is currently accepting new patients.
Proliance Surgeons
Patrick Vaughan, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in the care and education of the amateur, professional and weekend athlete. He utilizes both non-operative as well as surgical care in order to restore his patients' function and return them to the activities they love.Dr. Vaughan has been practicing orthopedic surgery in the South Sound for over 15 years. He is the medical director and team orthopedic surgeon for the Tacoma Rainiers (AAA franchise of the Seattle Mariners), and provides sports medicine coverage for Gig Harbor High School. He is the current team orthopedic surgeon for the University of Puget Sound and has worked with all of the school's varsity sports teams for over a dozen years. He served in the U.S. Navy from 2001-2005 at the Naval Hospital Pensacola as an orthopedic surgeon.He enjoys outdoor activities, such as hiking, skiing, and golf, spending time with his family, and playing sports with his two teenagers. Dr. Vaughan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Knock Knees, Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.
Proliance Surgeons
Angela Baker is a Physician Assistant in Gig Harbor, Washington. Ms. Baker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Small Patella Syndrome, Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, and Achilles Tendon Rupture.
Franciscan Foot & Ankle Associates - Gig Harbor
Paul Scott, DPM, is a podiatrist specializing in sports medicine, foot and ankle trauma, and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Scott is compassionate in his approach to alleviating foot and ankle pain and discomfort, utilizing the latest conservative modalities and surgical techniques when necessary. He believes in collaborating with his patients to provide the most appropriate care for each situation.Dr. Scott is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Mr. Scott is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Morton Neuroma, Metatarsalgia, and Ingrown Toenail.
Franciscan Orthopedic Associates At St. Anthony
David Cortese, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, joint replacement and fracture care. His particular practice interests include arthroscopic management of tendon, ligament and articular cartilage disorders of the knee and shoulder.Dr. Cortese values a collaborative relationship with his patients to educate them on their condition, the variety of treatment options available and their treatment goals. By partnering with his patients, he develops individualized treatment plans that optimize outcomes and enable his patients to return to the active lifestyle they enjoy.Dr. Cortese is a Fellow of both the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS) and the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and is a 12 year U.S. Army veteran. When away from work, he enjoys hiking, cycling and skiing the trails in the region.Request an orthopedic appointment. Dr. Cortese is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.
Franciscan Foot & Ankle Associates - Gig Harbor
Megan Wilder, DPM, is passionate about providing the best possible foot and ankle care for her patients. Dr. Wilder treats her patients as if they were family, getting to know them and developing an individualized care plan to suit their particular needs and goals. She enjoys improving people's quality of life by keeping them on their feet and active.Dr. Wilder is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, Washington State Podiatric Association, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and International Foot and Ankle Foundation.Away from work, Dr. Wilder enjoys hiking, running, camping, fishing, reading, baking and spending time with her two children. Ms. Wilder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Bunions, High Arch, Flat Feet, and Ledderhose Disease.
Multicare Health System
William Chang is a Physician Assistant in Gig Harbor, Washington. Mr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top area of expertise is Achilles Tendon Rupture. Mr. Chang is currently accepting new patients.
Multicare Health System
Mark Southard is a Radiologist in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Southard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, and Pleurisy. Dr. Southard is currently accepting new patients.
Peninsula Family Medical Center
Christie Heany is a Physician Assistant in Gig Harbor, Washington. Ms. Heany 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. Heany is currently accepting new patients.
Multicare Health System
Alan Clark is a Physician Assistant in Gig Harbor, Washington. Mr. Clark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top area of expertise is Achilles Tendon Rupture. Mr. Clark is currently accepting new patients.
Multicare Health System
Gregory Webb is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Webb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Fibromatosis, Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, and Ingrown Toenail. Dr. Webb is currently accepting new patients.
Multicare Health System
Amelia Sandoe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Sandoe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Otitis, Cellulitis, Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome, and Lymphangitis. Dr. Sandoe is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Medical Group
Meredith Harper is a Physician Assistant in Gig Harbor, Washington. Ms. Harper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis and Achilles Tendon Rupture. Ms. Harper is currently accepting new patients.
Soundview Ambulatory Surgery Center
Nicholas Heath is a Nurse Practitioner in Gig Harbor, Washington. Mr. Heath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Ingrown Toenail, Fungal Nail Infection, Tendinitis, and Ledderhose Disease. Mr. Heath is currently accepting new patients.
Michelle Chiu is a Nurse Practitioner in Gig Harbor, Washington. Ms. Chiu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. Her top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Kienbock's Disease. Ms. Chiu is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Foot & Ankle Associates At St. Joseph
Todd Chappell is a Nurse Practitioner in Tacoma, Washington. Mr. Chappell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Bunions, Tendinitis, and Metatarsalgia. Mr. Chappell is currently accepting new patients.
Proliance Surgeons
Gavin H. Smith, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist and surgeon of the foot and ankle. He has been practicing medicine since 2004. He feels that his professional responsibility is the successful treatment of foot and ankle disorders. His professional interests include deformity correction, joint disorders, overuse injuries and trauma care. His philosophy of care is that the needs of the patient are the first priorities, and that any intervention, whether it be medical or surgical, should be evidence-based.Dr. Smith has volunteered for The Susan G. Komen 3-Day and is a surgical instrutor in the Franciscan Podiatry Residency Program. In his free time, he enjoys working in his shop and martial arts training with his sons. He and his wife have three energetic children who keep them busy. Mr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Plantar Fasciitis.
Bryant Marchant is an Orthopedics provider in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Marchant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Marchant is currently accepting new patients.
Last Updated: 01/09/2026








