Overview
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 Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Flat Feet, Synovitis, and Tendinitis.
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Locations
2727 Hollycroft St Suite #410, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
1724 W Union Ave, Suite 100, Tacoma, WA 98405
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 Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Plantar Fasciitis.
Virginia Mason Medical Center
Eric Heit, DPM, specializes in sports medicine, and foot and ankle surgery. Mr. Heit is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Metatarsalgia, Tendinitis, Morton Neuroma, and Bunions.
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Bellevue
Matthew Williams, DPM, is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon. He specializes in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, arthroscopic foot and ankle surgery, ankle replacement surgery, pediatric foot and ankle problems and total ankle replacement (TAR) surgery.Dr. Williams enjoys getting to know his patients. He takes the time to listen to their concerns and to help them make the best medical decision. He makes a point to explore all non-surgical treatment options before proceeding with a surgical repair. He finds it extremely gratifying to help a patient function and feel better.Dr. Williams is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and a Diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He serve as a surgical skills course instructor with the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.Away from work, Dr. Williams enjoys piano, hiking, photography, oil painting and spending time with his family. Mr. Williams is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Ingrown Toenail, Fibromatosis, Ledderhose Disease, and Plantar Fasciitis.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- BunionsMr. Yearian isDistinguished. Learn about Bunions.
- Flat FeetMr. Yearian isDistinguished. Learn about Flat Feet.
- Hammer ToeMr. Yearian isDistinguished. Learn about Hammer Toe.
- SynovitisMr. Yearian isDistinguished. Learn about Synovitis.
- TendinitisMr. Yearian isDistinguished. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisMr. Yearian isDistinguished. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- Advanced
- Achilles Tendon RuptureMr. Yearian isAdvanced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- Athlete's FootMr. Yearian isAdvanced. Learn about Athlete's Foot.
- BursitisMr. Yearian isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Bursitis of the HeelMr. Yearian isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis of the Heel.
- Caffey DiseaseMr. Yearian isAdvanced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Claw FootMr. Yearian isAdvanced. Learn about Claw Foot.
- Experienced
- BowlegsMr. Yearian isExperienced. Learn about Bowlegs.
- Congenital Generalized FibromatosisMr. Yearian isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Generalized Fibromatosis.
- Desmoid TumorMr. Yearian isExperienced. Learn about Desmoid Tumor.
- Femoral Nerve DysfunctionMr. Yearian isExperienced. Learn about Femoral Nerve Dysfunction.
- Ganglion CystMr. Yearian isExperienced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- HemangiopericytomaMr. Yearian isExperienced. Learn about Hemangiopericytoma.