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. Dr. Yearian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Flat Feet, Synovitis, and Tendinitis.

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. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Plantar Fasciitis.

Tun Lui practices in Sar, China. Lui is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. Their top areas of expertise are Claw Foot, Hammer Toe, Tenosynovitis, Synovectomy, and Endoscopy.

Michael Seiberg is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Rancho Mirage, California. Dr. Seiberg is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Ingrown Toenail, Plantar Fasciitis, Fibromatosis, and Ledderhose Disease.

Frances Faro is an Orthopedics specialist and a Podiatric Surgeon in New London, New Hampshire. Dr. Faro is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. Her top areas of expertise are Hammer Toe, Tendinitis, Metatarsalgia, and Osteoarthritis.

David Friscia is an Orthopedics specialist and a Podiatric Surgeon in Rancho Mirage, California. Dr. Friscia is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Hammer Toe, and Plantar Fasciitis.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Metatarsalgia, and Osteochondritis Dissecans.

Michael Anderson, D.O., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in foot and ankle care, serving patients in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. He completed a prestigious orthopedic foot and ankle surgery fellowship in New York at the University of Rochester. Dr. Anderson was named a Rising Star by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine. “I really enjoy treating patients of all ages and all walks of life. A foot and ankle specialty covers a lot of medical ground, and I enjoy it all,” Dr. Anderson shares. “I like sports. I enjoy helping patients with trauma injuries. And my pediatric patients are such a joy. The most rewarding part of my work is getting my patients back to their lives.”. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Flat Feet, and Hip Replacement.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. Her top areas of expertise are Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Osteochondritis Dissecans, and Hip Replacement.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Flat Feet, Tendinitis, and Tenosynovitis.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Plantar Fasciitis, 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 a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. Her top areas of expertise are Hammer Toe, Plantar Fasciitis, Tendinitis, and Metatarsalgia.

Vasilios Spyropoulos is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Charleroi, Pennsylvania. Dr. Spyropoulos is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Hammer Toe, Ingrown Toenail, Fibromatosis, and Plantar Fasciitis. Dr. Spyropoulos is currently accepting new patients.

Paul Maloof is an Orthopedics specialist and a Podiatric Surgeon in Hampton, Virginia. Dr. Maloof is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Plantar Fasciitis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Maloof is currently accepting new patients.

Christopher Pappas is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pappas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Fibromatosis, Plantar Fasciitis, and Ledderhose Disease. Dr. Pappas is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Michael Horwitz is a highly regarded foot and ankle surgeon and the founder of Feet For Life Podiatry Centers, one of the most advanced foot-care clinics in the St. Louis region. With more than 25 years of surgical experience, he specializes in reconstructive foot surgery, heel pain, bunion correction, sports injuries, and comprehensive care for common nail and skin conditions.At Feet For Life, Dr. Horwitz leads a multidisciplinary team offering both traditional and modern treatment options designed to reduce pain, improve function, and help patients return to active living with confidence.Dr. Horwitz is also the creator of SafetyFix, a patented removable screw system that improves patient comfort and simplifies postoperative hardware management. This innovation allows for easier in-office removal and helps reduce long-term irritation often associated with permanent implants.He additionally co-founded CleanSpa, the region’s first podiatrist-owned medical nail spa, offering medically guided cosmetic foot care with rigorous sterilization standards.Known for combining surgical expertise with forward-thinking solutions, Dr. Horwitz continues to expand access to high-quality, patient-focused foot and ankle care throughout the Midwest. Dr. Horwitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Ledderhose Disease, Fibromatosis, Plantar Fasciitis, and Tendinitis.

Robert Schulte is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Fort Collins, Colorado. Dr. Schulte is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Fungal Nail Infection, Corns and Calluses, Hammer Toe, and Tendinitis.

Sonya Faircloth is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Faircloth is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. Her top areas of expertise are Metatarsalgia, Tendinitis, Fungal Nail Infection, and Hammer Toe. Dr. Faircloth is currently accepting new patients.

Elizabeth Confalone is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Conneaut, Ohio. Dr. Confalone is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. Her top areas of expertise are Fungal Nail Infection, Hammer Toe, Flat Feet, and Ingrown Toenail. Dr. Confalone is currently accepting new patients.

Randall Dei is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Franklin, Wisconsin. Dr. Dei is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Fungal Nail Infection, Hammer Toe, Corns and Calluses, and Tendinitis. Dr. Dei is currently accepting new patients.