The 20 Best Foot Drop Doctors Near Me in Issaquah, WA

Dr. Brandes is a Board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with additional fellowship training in the subspecialty area of foot and ankle. In addition to practicing general orthopaedics, he specializes in treating patients with foot and ankle problems, as well as fractures of both the upper and lower extremities. Dr. Brandes grew up in Southern California, where he attended UCLA for his undergraduate degree, followed by the USC Keck School of Medicine. He stays up-to-date on current and emerging technologies and treatments for athletic and traumatic injures, acquired deformities and arthritis of the foot and ankle. Dr. Brandes believes that patients need to be active participants in their care. By thoroughly explaining an injury or condition, patients are better able to select their best treatment options and more actively participate in their rehabilitation and recovery. In his spare time, he enjoys skiing, hiking, cooking and perfecting the art of barbecue with his wife and children. He was a competitive runner through high school and into college and is still an avid runner. Congratulations to Dr. Brandes for being honored as a 2015 Top Doc by the International Association of Orthopedic Surgeons!. Dr. Brandes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Bursitis. Dr. Brandes is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Brandes is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Anne M. Mai s a practicing Neurologist in Issaquah, WA. Dr. Mai graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine in 2001 and has been in practice for 17 years. Dr. Mai also specializes in Psychiatry. She currently practices at Swedish Medical Center Issaquah and is affiliated with Evergreen Hospital Medical Center, Northwest Hospital & Medical Center and Swedish Medical Center Ballard Campus. Dr. Mai is board certified in Neurology. Dr. Mai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Seizures. Dr. Mai is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Mai is currently accepting new patients.

Originally from upstate New York, Dr. Saam graduated first in her class at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia and went on to complete an additional three years of specialty residency training at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle. Interests include sports medicine, biomechanics, and pediatric foot problems. Through years of competitive running and Nordic skiing, Dr. Saam has first-hand knowledge of the aches and pains experienced by athletes. She races regularly and competes on the women’s 50’s national cross-country running team for Club Northwest. During the winter she is an avid nordic skier and enjoys racing in ski marathons as well as enjoying the snowy trails at Snoqualmie Pass. Personal athletic highlights include: - Eleven marathons (including three Boston Marathons…soon to be four!) - Nine-time Boston Marathon qualifier - Numerous half-marathons, 10Ks and 5Ks - 3rd place Women’s 40’s team at USATF Club Cross Country Nationals, 2021 - 2nd place Women’s 50’s team at USATF Club Cross Country Nationals, 2024 - Six 50K American Birkebeiner ski marathons (“Birkies”) - One Norwegian Birken 55K ski marathon from Rena to Lillehammer - One of the few athletes who has the honor of doing “Birkie to Boston” twice, which is when you do both the American Birkebeiner cross-country ski marathon and the Boston Marathon in the same season. Dr. Saam joined Pacific Medical Centers in 2024 after nearly two decades in private practice. She looks forward to continuing her focus on high-quality patient care, while being part of a team at PacMed. In this new role, she looks forward to seeing patients of all ages, focusing on non-surgical care of the foot and ankle. Custom orthotics are one of the many services that she provides, where a thorough biomechanical exam and a 3D scan of your feet are obtained in order to make a custom device for your feet. When necessary, a treadmill is available in the Renton location for a walking or running exam. Other services include onsite X-rays, and whenever possible, many in-office procedures including wart treatment and ingrown toenail removal can be performed on the same day as your visit. Dr. Saam's goal for every patient is to relieve their symptoms by giving practical advice, always starting with the simplest, most straightforward conservative treatment first. “I have a passion for working with runners. As a lifelong competitive runner and Nordic skier, I draw on my extensive personal experience when talking with patients.” You may schedule an appointment with her in Issaquah or Renton by calling (888) 472-2633. Visit Dr. Saam's website. Listen to a podcast episode where Dr. Saam discusses injury prevention for runners. Listen to a podcast episode where Dr. Saam discusses Posterior Tibial Tendinitis. Dr. Saam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her clinical expertise encompasses Foot Drop, Fungal Nail Infection, Corns and Calluses, and Freiberg's Disease. Dr. Saam is board certified in American Board Of Foot And Ankle Surgery. Dr. Saam is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Erik Magnusson is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in fracture care and foot and ankle conditions. He treats patients of all ages. Dr. Magnusson received his BA in Biology from Loyola College of Maryland. He returned home to Minnesota to attend the University of Minnesota Medical School, where he graduated Alpha Omega Alpha (highest honors). He completed orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Washington and remained in Seattle to complete dual fellowships in orthopaedic trauma and foot and ankle surgery. Through his fellowship training he gained expertise in the treatment of complex fractures and a full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions, including total ankle arthroplasty. Dr. Magnusson is actively engaged in orthopaedic research. He has published in the fields of hand, spine, and trauma surgery, and several of his research projects have been presented at local and international meetings. Above all, Dr. Magnusson finds great joy and satisfaction in helping his patients return to their activities following trauma or degenerative disease. He enjoys helping his patients understand their conditions and working with them to craft individualized treatment plans to meet their goals. He strives to find the right combination of non-operative strategies and operative interventions to improve each person’s pain and function. Dr. Magnusson and his wife, Carly, are originally from Minnesota but have fallen in love with Washington’s natural beauty. They enjoy exploring Seattle’s art, dining, and music scene together. He is eager to learn to fly fish as another avenue to explore the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Magnusson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achilles Tendon Rupture, Flat Feet, Tendinitis, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Magnusson is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Magnusson is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Alexander H. Arzeno is a fellowship-trained spine surgeon specializing in comprehensive spinal surgical care. He treats all spinal conditions, from the neck through the lower back, and specializes in less invasive and motion-sparing techniques. Dr. Arzeno attended medical school at Yale University. He is passionate about helping patients regain mobility and decided to pursue training in Orthopaedic Surgery. He completed his Orthopaedic Surgery residency at Stanford University where he published multiple articles in peer-reviewed journals and textbook chapters in spine surgery. He also presented his original work at national and international conferences. He then completed additional fellowship training in complex spine surgery at the world-renowned Emory University Spine Center. Dr. Arzeno is trained in surgical interventions, but strongly believes that surgery should be undergone only after all non-operative measures have failed. Dr. Arzeno understands that each patient’s specific condition is unique and will work with each patient to create tailored treatments in the least invasive manner possible. He will work collaboratively with you on an individualized treatment plan based on your specific goals to get you back to the activities you enjoy. Dr. Arzeno is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Fractured Spine, Spinal Stenosis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy. Dr. Arzeno is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Arzeno is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Oskouian is a neurosurgeon who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of complex spinal disorders. As the Chief of the Complex Spine Department, his clinical practice located on the Swedish/Cherry Hill campus in Seattle focuses on scoliosis, spinal deformities, spine trauma, spine fractures, spinal surgery revisions, osteoporosis, spinal cord injury, degenerative disc disease, spine tumors, stereotactic spinal radiosurgery, spine infections, and minimally invasive spinal surgery. Dr. Oskouian received his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed his residency in neurosurgery at the University of Virginia under the late Dr. John Jane, Sr. Dr. Oskouian completed his neurosurgery fellowship at the New Zealand National Hospital in Auckland. Dr. Oskouian has published in numerous medical journals and textbooks, including Neuroscience, Neurosurgery, Neurosurgical Clinics of North America, the Journal of Neurosurgery, Neurosurgical Focus and Spine. His philosophy of care is to provide comprehensive, individualized medical care for his patients based on the most recent scientific advances. Dr. Oskouian also believes prevention, communication and education are a vital component of a patient’s long-term health and well-being. Dr. Oskouian offers the Digital Surgical Experience to guide his practice and maintain consistent communication with his patients throughout their care. This includes offering virtual visits to patients, timely access to information, and interactive messages, check-ins, and reminders, allowing patients to become custodians of their own care. Dr. Oskouian was selected by Seattle Magazine and Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Oskouian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Epidural Hematoma, Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Oskouian is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Oskouian is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Chapman is keen on understanding the underlying pathology as clearly as possible and finding the best possible non-operative or surgical options for patients to be able to achieve a lasting, improved quality of life. Dr. Chapman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Diskitis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Chapman is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Chapman is currently accepting new patients.

My goal is to help individuals improve their quality of life by helping them regain function and decrease pain through non-surgical management of spine and musculoskeletal disorders. My practice focuses on optimizing exercise and physical therapy, spinal and joint injections, and medication management as well as electrodiagnostic medicine to diagnose and treat painful and debilitating conditions of muscles, joints, and nerves. Whether the patient wants to get back into sports or exercise--or just wants to be able to take a walk or make a meal with less discomfort, I will work with them to develop a treatment plan to help them reach those goals. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypermobile Joints, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Cervical Spondylosis, and Scoliosis. Dr. Young is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Young is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Seibert is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in the medical and surgical treatment of injuries, diseases and other conditions of the foot and ankle. His practice offers a wide range of the most up-to-date care for conditions of the lower extremity, from common ailments to complex foot and ankle trauma. Whether injured on the job or on the field, Dr. Seibert is focused on helping you return to the activities you enjoy. Dr. Seibert enjoys working to help heal foot and ankle conditions because of the variety the specialty provides and the opportunity to take care of both young and aging patients. Dr. Seibert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achilles Tendon Rupture, Bunions, Osteochondritis Dissecans, and Osgood-Schlatter Disease. Dr. Seibert is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Seibert is currently accepting new patients.

Igor Uritskiy is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Issaquah, Washington. Dr. Uritskiy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Sciatica, Scoliosis, and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.

Llewellyn Packia is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Issaquah, Washington. Dr. Packia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Scoliosis, Chronic Pain, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

Stephanie Perrault is a Sports Medicine provider practicing medicine in Issaquah, Washington. Dr. Perrault is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Sciatica, Scoliosis, and Tendinitis.

Anita Reddy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Issaquah, Washington. Dr. Reddy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Foot Drop, Low Blood Pressure, and COVID-19.

Christopher Howe is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Covington, Washington. Dr. Howe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Disc Surgery, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Howe is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Erik Novak is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Covington, Washington. Dr. Novak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Metatarsalgia, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Novak is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic 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. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Foot Drop, Chronic Pain, Myoclonus-Dystonia, and X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism. Dr. Friedman is board certified in Pain Medicine, American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation and Neuromuscular And Electrodiagnostic Medicine, American Board Of Electrodiagnostic Medicine. Dr. Friedman is currently accepting new patients.

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. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, Spasticity, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Dr. Gage is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Gage is currently accepting new patients.

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. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Corns and Calluses, Ingrown Toenail, Fungal Nail Infection, and Bunions. Ms. Del Pilar Almy is board certified in American Board Of Podiatric Medicine. Ms. Del Pilar Almy is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Chi is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons specializing in fracture care, foot and ankle surgery, and knee arthroscopy and replacement. He received his bachelor's degree from Stanford and his medical degree from Harvard Medical School. He did fellowships at the American Sports Medicine Institute in Alabama and at Harborview Medical Center. Dr. Chi was born in Connecticut and spent the majority of his childhood in California. He’s lived in L.A., the Bay area, Boston, England and Kenya, but says he likes Seattle the best. He and his wife have three kids who keep them busy with their sports and music, and academics. In Dr. Chi’s words, “Sometimes I need to go to work so I can rest!” In his off time, Dr. Chi is a “former runner, sometime cyclist, hopeful water skier, avid snow skier, and aging second-degree black belt.” Dr. Chi has also received numerous awards for his medical care including: several “Top Doctor in Seattle” nominations, the most recent being for 2011; “Best of the Northwest” award in 2010; and the 2010 Compassionate Doctor recognition, part of the Patient's Choice Award program. Dr. Chi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Chi is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Chi is currently accepting new patients.

Jason Thompson is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Covington, Washington. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Kyphosis, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Thompson is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.