The 20 Best Foot Drop Doctors in Washington, US

Anthony Yi, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon with additional advanced training in foot and ankle surgery. He provides compassionate, thorough, and effective care for all problems involving the foot & ankle. He is committed to providing you with treatment that leads to a complete recovery and life without pain or restrictions through the most effective, safe, high quality, innovative, and state-of-art methods including minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Yi provides both nonoperative and operative treatment strategies for the whole gamut of foot & ankle problems. He also offers numerous less invasive and minimally invasive surgical (MIS) techniques that can lead to faster recovery, lower infection risk, and much smaller scars while still having the same (or better) results compared to more traditional, more invasive techniques.Dr. Yi grew up in Tacoma, WA, where he attended high school at Bellarmine Preparatory School. He graduated as valedictorian and received the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame Scholar-Athlete Award. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Southern California (USC) where he earned degrees in Biological Sciences and Business Administration and achieved summa cum laude. He then earned his medical degree at USC Keck School of Medicine where he was awarded a year of research funding through the Dean’s Research Scholar program and made significant contributions towards the advancement of orthopedic surgery by authoring numerous research publications. Dr. Yi completed his general orthopedic surgery training at the prestigious University of Washington and Harborview Medical Center where he served as the administrative chief resident in addition to honing his surgical skills and clinical acumen under world-renowned leaders in orthopedic surgery. He then selected for additional training at Harvard Brigham & Women’s Hospital, where he honed a diverse set of Foot & Ankle surgical skills under the mentorship of leaders in the field. He is well-trained in procedures ranging from novel minimally invasive techniques to major reconstructive procedures such as total ankle arthroplasty and deformity correction. As Pacific Northwest natives, Dr. Yi and his wife are excited to return to the community in which they cherished their most formative years. Outside of work, he enjoys skiing, cooking, and cycling. Dr. Yi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome, Multiple Pterygium Syndrome X Linked, Multiple Pterygium Syndrome, and Poland Syndrome.

Rachel Wheeler is an Orthopedics provider in Bonney Lake, Washington. Dr. Wheeler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Sciatica, Spondylolisthesis, and Spinal Stenosis.

Dr. Mark Reed is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon providing specialty care of all foot and ankle disorders. He treats both adolescents and adults with a special focus on sports-related injuries, including ankle instability, cartilage lesions, and Achilles tendon injuries. He also performs joint replacements and reconstructive surgery for degenerative conditions such as arthritis and tendon dysfunction. In addition, he provides state-of-the-art treatment in the areas of fracture care and sports medicine.Dr. Reed worked for seven years as a mechanical engineer for a contractor to the Department of Defense before changing careers and enrolling in medical school. As an engineer he designed missile guidance systems and was part of the team that developed the jet engine for the F-22 Advanced Tactical Fighter.He earned his medical degree at the University of Alabama School of Medicine. His background in engineering fostered an interest in orthopedics, driving him to an orthopedic surgical residency at the University of Massachusetts. As a chief resident, he was selected as the recipient of the esteemed John J. Monahan award, given to the physician who best embodies patient-centered care.After his general orthopedics training, Dr. Reed was accepted at the Union Memorial Hospital Foot and Ankle Fellowship in Baltimore, Maryland, considered to be one of the most prestigious foot and ankle fellowship programs in the country. He trained under three of the leaders in the foot and ankle community, including the recent president of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, and participated in cutting-edge biomechanical and clinical research during his time in Baltimore.He has undergone advanced training in ankle joint replacement, including the Scandinavian Total Ankle Replacement (STAR) prosthesis, as well as in reconstructive procedures, including bunion, hammertoe, and flatfoot deformity correction.Dr. Reed is excited to join the Seattle medical community and to experience all the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and his three sons. He also enjoys golf, tennis, working out, and spending time outdoors. Dr. Reed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Tendinitis, Freiberg's Disease, and Caffey Disease.

Joshua Shatsky, MD, is an orthopedic spine surgeon whose primary focus is spinal pathology, including degenerative cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine pathology, adult spinal deformity, spine tumor, and cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine trauma.Dr. Shatsky completed one of the most competitive orthopedic traumatology fellowships in the country at Harborview Medical Center and followed that with an intensive interdisciplinary orthopedic and neurosurgical spine fellowship at Harborview Medical Center/University of Washington. Combining the two orthopedic disciplines has given him a unique perspective and skills, allowing him to address many challenging spinal and traumatic pathologies.Dr. Shatsky is a member of the North American Spine Society (NASS), a candidate member of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA) and a candidate member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Shatsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

Christopher Howe, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained spine surgeon who specializes in a wide array of spine care ranging from degenerative conditions to spine trauma and metastatic disease. He practices at POA's Renton and Covington locations. He has a clinical focus on simple and complex surgical care of the spine and general orthopedic fracture management.Dr. Howe's goal is to educate patients and allow them to make an informed decision about their care and treatment options. He serves as a member on the Industrial Insurance Medical Advisory Committee for the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.Away from orthopedics, he enjoys spending time with his family as well as backcountry skiing, cycling, running, and international travel. Dr. Howe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

Richard Swedarsky, DO, is a board-certified physiatrist who cares for adults with musculoskeletal disorders. As an osteopathic physician, he approaches each patient as a combination of body and mind. He strives to partner with his patients and assist them to take a critical role in their own care and well-being. For the control of acute and chronic pain, he draws from multiple modalities ranging from physical therapy and injections, to complementary medicine and surgery. Each program is tailored to the patient, not to the diagnosis.Dr. Swedarsky has a strong formal education in electrodiagnostic testing and the use of ultrasound. He also has training in the neurophysiology of pain and practices osteopathic manipulation.Dr. Swedarsky is a veteran who served as a physician for wounded warriors, family members and veterans. After completing his residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, he was transferred to Joint-Base Lewis McChord, where he completed his military service obligation as Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service. Dr. Swedarsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder, Gomez Lopez Hernandez Syndrome, Marcus Gunn Phenomenon, and Serotonin Syndrome.

Philip Yearian is a Nurse Practitioner in Gig Harbor, Washington. Mr. Yearian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Flat Feet, Synovitis, and Tendinitis. Mr. Yearian is currently accepting new patients.

J. Scott Price, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in spine surgery. He has a clinical interest in cervical spine disorders, thoracolumbar spine disorders, minimally invasive spine surgery, scoliosis, and pediatric spine conditions.He grew up locally, graduating from Juanita High School and attending the University of Washington. He enjoys skiing and marathon running throughout the United States.Dr. Price has traveled to both China and Lithuania on medical missions and has an active interest in overseas medicine. His interests also include outcomes research. He is a member of the North American Spine Society, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and American Medical Association. Dr. Price is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Dr. Patel is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in surgery of the spine. He treats all spine problems, including the neck and lower back, with special interest in deformity surgery for conditions such as scoliosis. After completing medical school and doing his orthopaedic residency at the University of Bombay in India, he obtained further training in Sydney, Australia before moving to the U.S. in 1995. He did another orthopaedic residency and got further training in spine surgery at University of Kentucky Medical Center before moving to Seattle in 2003. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

Andrew Friedman, MD, specializes in electrodiagnosis of the muscles and nerves, spine related diagnosis and treatment, brain injury, prosthetics, neuromuscular disorders and electrodiagnostic studies.Dr. Friedman is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle.Dr. Friedman was voted one of Seattle's Top Doctors by both Seattle Metropolitan and Seattle Magazine in 2005-2022; and voted America's Best Doctors according to Castle Connelly for 2012-2022. Dr. Friedman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Foot Drop, Oppenheim Dystonia, Myoclonus-Dystonia, and Vertebroplasty.

Kirsten Gage, MD, is a board-certified physiatrist who specializes in neurorehabilitation and spasticity management. She sees patients with stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) and movement disorders. Dr. Gage works with a multidisciplinary team of specialists to provide comprehensive, coordinated care.Dr. Gage enjoys interacting with patients and can't imagine doing anything else. By getting to know her patients and their families, she is able to focus her treatment plan toward their specific goals. She is inspired by her patients daily and enjoys their victories, large and small.Dr. Gage is a member of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, and the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.Away from work, Dr. Gage enjoys cooking, hiking, rowing and gardening. Dr. Gage is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, Spasticity, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

Todd Chappell is a Nurse Practitioner in Tacoma, Washington. Mr. Chappell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Bunions, Tendinitis, and Metatarsalgia. Mr. Chappell is currently accepting new patients.

Erik Novak, MD, PhD, is board-certified and a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon providing surgical and non-surgical treatment of foot and ankle conditions. He also specializes in general orthopedics and the treatment of fractures. He believes that taking the time to explain to patients their musculoskeletal conditions and treatment choices allows for a faster recovery and return to the activities and sports they enjoy.He serves as the team physician for the Thunderbirds hockey team and has international experience as a volunteer with Orthopaedics Overseas in Mthatha, South Africa. Outside of medicine, he enjoys spending time with his family. He also takes part in outdoor recreational activities and traveling. Dr. Novak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Metatarsalgia, and Hip Replacement.

Cindy E. Bullock, DPM, is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon who specializes in the care of fractures, sports injuries, heel pain, and bunions. She finds it gratifying to share in each person’s path toward foot and ankle health. She looks forward to using her experience and training to work with each individual and provide them with effective, personalized care.Dr. Bullock worked for four years as a podiatric surgeon at ABQ Health Partners in New Mexico. She also served as chief of staff at Westside Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico in 2008. She is a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the Washington State Podiatric Medical Association.She was born and raised in San Diego, California. She completed her undergraduate education in California. She lived in Canterbury, England while completing post-baccalaureate studies in medical biochemistry. Since then, her education and work as a podiatric surgeon have taken her to Pennsylvania, Utah, New Mexico, and now, Skagit Valley, Washington. When not working, she enjoys travel, hiking, and watching football. She is an avid fan of the San Diego Chargers. Dr. Bullock is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Hammer Toe, Plantar Fasciitis, Tendinitis, and Metatarsalgia.

Joseph Duong, MD, is a board-certified neurologist and ALS Medical Director with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Dr. Duong welcomes the opportunity to help people and the quest for lifelong learning that his profession provides. Dr. Duong's mission is to inform and educate his patients about the condition(s) causing their symptoms, to provide choices for treatment and management, and, in a partnership facilitating shared decision-making, to arrive at the best course of management.Dr. Duong is a member of the American Academy of Neurology; American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine; and American Medical Association.Away from work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three daughters. Dr. Duong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Peripheral Neuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy.

Pilar Almy, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist who specializes in diabetic foot complications, geriatric podiatry, and disorders of the toenails and skin. She addresses dermatologic, musculoskeletal, vascular and neurologic problems of the feet. One of her areas of interest is wound care, where there have been tremendous advances with new materials and techniques. She shares clinic time in both Podiatry and the Wound Care Center.Dr. Almy feels people put up with much more pain than they need to. She wants them to know that there are lots of treatment options, and she wants to share them with them so they can remain active.Dr. Almy has been named a Top Doctor bySeattle Metropolitanmagazine.Away from work, Dr. Almy enjoys reading, drawing, painting, sculpture, hiking and spending time with her husband and their four children. Ms. Del Pilar Almy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Corns and Calluses, Ingrown Toenail, Fungal Nail Infection, and Bunions.

John Smoots is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Smoots is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Osteoporosis. Dr. Smoots is currently accepting new patients.

Maria Ramneantu is a Neurologist in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Ramneantu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Foot Drop, Multiple Mononeuropathy, Mononeuritis Multiplex, and Seizures. Dr. Ramneantu is currently accepting new patients.

Aaron Utterback is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Utterback is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Corns and Calluses, Morton Neuroma, Fungal Nail Infection, and Foot Drop.

Ashok Modha is a Neurosurgery provider in Vancouver, Washington. Dr. Modha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Radiation Induced Meningioma, Meningioma, Pituitary Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.