Giovanna Mantovani practices in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Ms. Mantovani is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. Her top areas of expertise are Pseudohypoparathyroidism, Albright's Hereditary Osteodystrophy, Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

Francesca Elli practices in Milan, Italy. Ms. Elli is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. Her top areas of expertise are Albright's Hereditary Osteodystrophy, Pseudohypoparathyroidism, Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia, Acrodysostosis, and Kidney Transplant.

Frederick Kaplan is an Orthopedics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kaplan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva, Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia, Compartment Syndrome, Brachydactyly Mononen Type, and Fasciotomy.

Arrate Pereda practices in Gasteiz / Vitoria, Spain. Pereda is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. Their top areas of expertise are Brachydactyly, Albright's Hereditary Osteodystrophy, Pseudohypoparathyroidism, and Acrodysostosis.

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 Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Plantar Fasciitis, Metatarsalgia, and Hip Replacement.

W. Barrett Payne, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a special interest in knee, hip, and shoulder arthroscopy including complex reconstruction, repair of ligament, tendon, and rotator cuff injuries.As a physician and surgeon, Dr. Payne feels a profound responsibility to provide the best possible care for every patient he has the privilege to serve. He accomplishes this by communicating clearly, being an empathetic provider, using sound judgment, and involving his patients in the decision-making process. He uses the best technical skills with the latest and most advanced technologies. He strives to always make himself available to answer questions and address concerns throughout the treatment process. Dr. Payne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Jack Drogt, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in hip and knee arthritis and joint replacement, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul patients. Longtime recipient of Top Doctor from Mpls.St.Paul Magazine, Dr. Drogt is widely respected among fellow physicians and patients. “As a hip and knee specialist, an orthopedic surgeon, and former president of Summit Orthopedics, I’m dedicated to providing patients with the highest level of care available,” he explains. “Our expertise extends beyond orthopedic care. We’re enabling people to live the lives they love.” Dr. Drogt supports underserved communities through One World Surgery, of which Summit Orthopedics is a founding partner. Dr. Drogt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Knock Knees, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Julian S. Arroyo, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder reconstruction, upper extremity orthopedic surgery, and sports medicine. He began practicing in 1996 and is the first fellowship-trained shoulder surgeon to practice in Pierce County. He is professionally interested in minimally invasive shoulder procedures and outpatient shoulder arthroplasty. He uses the most advanced surgical and non-surgical techniques available to help his patients return to a normal lifestyle more quickly and with fewer complications.Dr. Arroyo is a frequent contributor to leading orthopedic journals and lectures and instructs physicians in advanced shoulder reconstruction techniques. He also has worked with major manufacturers, assisting in development and design of orthopedic implants and techniques. Dr. Arroyo is one of a select few surgeons in the state with membership in the distinguished American Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association and is also a reviewing editor for the association’s Journal of Shoulder & Elbow Surgery. As a Pacific Northwest native, Dr. Arroyo is very active in the community. He enjoys snow skiing, water sports, fishing, hunting, and golf. Dr. Arroyo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.

Reed C. Williams, M.D., M.B.S., R.M.S.K., is a physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) physician specializing in nonoperative sports, musculoskeletal, and diagnostic and interventional ultrasound medicine at Summit Orthopedics. After his residency at Temple University in Philadelphia, he completed his fellowship at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle Washington. Dr. Williams strongly believes "that the art of medicine is just as important as the science behind it.". Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, and Tenotomy.

Jack Skendzel, M.D., is an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon specializing in knee, shoulder, and hip; femoroacetabular impingement (FAI); hip arthroscopy; meniscal transplantation; and multiple ligament knee injuries. His fellowship was at The Steadman Philippon Research Institute/The Steadman Clinic in Colorado. He has served as a team physician for high school, collegiate, and Olympic athletes. Named a Rising Star by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine. “From education, to providing patients with materials and resources, to managing expectations about surgery and recovery, to being available if they do have questions, we are committed to providing our patients with the services they need to regain function and go back to the active life they love.”. Dr. Skendzel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, and Hip Replacement.

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 Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Knock Knees, Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Steve Sabers, M.D., is an interventional spine physician specializing in neck, back, and spine care, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul patients. He has a special interest in aggressive nonsurgical care for spine-related problems and also teaches fluoroscopic anatomy and spine procedures. “The strength of our Summit Orthopedics spine care is in the breadth of the care we are able to offer. I have an entire spectrum of treatment options at my fingertips,” he explains. “This comprehensive treatment model enables us to really give the patient the best available option for his or her problem without any lengthy waits or delays. When my patients come in and tell me that they’ve gotten their life back, that’s incredibly rewarding.”. Dr. Sabers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Facet Joint Syndrome.

Alan Barronian, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a special interest in joint replacements of the hip, knee, and shoulder including minimally invasive hip and knee replacements. He also has a special interest in sports injuries including ligament reconstruction, foot and ankle reconstruction, and fracture care. He believes that physicians and patients need to be a team during treatment. His goal is to carefully listen to his patients, determine what the problem is, and then discuss options for treatment. This way he and his patients can formulate a plan and work together to cure the problem. Treatment is frequently non-surgical but if surgery is needed he will walk through that process with each patient. Dr. Barronian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Baker Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Nicholas Wills, M.D., is a spine surgeon at Summit Orthopedics, serving Minneapolis and St. Paul metro patients. He specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, total disc replacement, as well as cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions. Across the nation, Dr. Wills trains other surgeons on the best techniques for disc replacement surgery. He was a pioneer in this market, adopting new technology that allows for a two-level disc replacement that maintains the motion at both levels of repair. His surgical expertise has won him repeated recognition on the Mpls.St.Paul Magazine’s Rising Stars list. Dr. Wills is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Disc Surgery, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

Kevin Lindgren, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in hip and knee arthritis and joint replacement, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul patients. His fellowship is in Hip and Knee Reconstruction and Hip Preservation Surgery from the University of Utah. “I strive to help patients restore function and regain lost quality of life. This is done through surgical and nonsurgical means,” Dr. Lindgren shares. “I perform many hip and knee replacements each year. As a specialist, I also see many second opinions and revise them when they may fail. The daily interaction with my patients is the most rewarding part of what I do. I enjoy the discussions about diagnosis and the process of educating and treating the individual.”. Dr. Lindgren is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Dane Hansen, D.O., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in hip and knee arthritis and joint replacement, serving patients in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. The challenge of treating arthritic conditions led Dr. Hansen to a fellowship in adult hip and knee reconstruction, where he learned minimally invasive surgical techniques and gained extensive experience treating complex cases. “To give people the best care, you want to offer a depth of expertise. My goal is always to treat patients conservatively with medication and other therapies before considering surgery. My job is to help patients understand all of their options so they can make choices that will get them back to the life they love.”. Dr. Hansen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Brent Warner, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics, specializing in shoulder, knee and hip care, sports injuries, and arthroscopic surgery. He was awarded Rising Star by Mpls./St.Paul Magazine and serves patients in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. He completed a fellowship at The Steadman Philippon Research Institute/The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado. Dr. Warner says, “As an athlete, I understand the profound impact that an injury can have on a patient’s life and well-being. My goal is to return people to activity as quickly and safely as possible, whether that’s training for an ultramarathon or walking the dog around the block.”. Dr. Warner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Tendinitis.

David Mansur is a Radiation Oncologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Mansur is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Mansur is currently accepting new patients.

David Liebelt is an Orthopedics provider in Appleton, Wisconsin. Dr. Liebelt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia, Spondylolisthesis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Liebelt is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Baratz is an Orthopedics provider in Waltham, Massachusetts. Dr. Baratz has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Knock Knees, Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Baratz is currently accepting new patients.