Robert Anderson, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon and president of Summit Orthopedics. He specializes in the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder, serving patients in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. Dr. Anderson completed an upper extremity fellowship at the Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center. “My own injuries and need for surgeries have helped me understand the patient experience. I’m a better listener and care provider as a result,” Dr. Anderson explaines. “I grew up and attended college in the area, so I know and understand the people of the Twin Cities.” Dr. Anderson is very involved in volunteering his surgical skills to underserved communities through One World Surgery, of which Summit Orthopedics was a founding partner. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Tennis Elbow.

Michael Forseth, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in the hand, wrist, and elbow. He has a special interest in complex reconstructive surgery and microsurgery, serving patients in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. He completed his hand surgery fellowship at the University of Cincinnati, and he is a frequent recipient of the Top Doctor designation in Mpls.St.Paul Magazine. He is very involved in volunteering his surgical skills to underserved communities through One World Surgery. “Volunteering overseas, in places like Haiti, Columbia, and Honduras, continues to be a positive influence on my practice. My experiences there have broadened my perspective about what I do here—personally and professionally.”. Dr. Forseth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, and Tennis Elbow.

I am proud to offer the highest quality specialty care of your hand, shoulder and elbow disorders. In addition to caring for such disorders in both the child and the adult, I offer state-of-the-art fracture care, sports medicine and joint replacement surgery of both the upper and lower extremities.I earned my medical degree at the Medical College of Ohio, after which I completed my orthopedic surgical residency training at the University of Washington Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Department. During my training, I served locally at Harborview Medical Center, Children’s Hospital, University of Washington Hospital, and the Seattle Veterans Administration Hospital.After my general orthopedics training, I was accepted at Harvard Medical School’s Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship where I served on the staff of Boston’s Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Children’s Hospital Boston and the VA Boston Healthcare System.During my tenure in Boston, I performed complex adult and pediatric hand and upper extremity surgery, working amongst and learning from world leaders in the subspecialty. While in Boston, I also qualified for and competed in the 114th running of the Boston Marathon.I grew up in Shoreline, WA, and am quite happy to be back in the Pacific Northwest for good. Outside of medicine, I enjoys many sports including skiing, golf, running and tennis. My greatest pride is my wonderful wife and lifetime best friend, Mary, and our wonderful children. Dr. Ruhlman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Edward Su, M.D., is an orthopedic hand surgeon specializing in treatment of the hand, wrist, and elbow. He has a special interest in hand arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, reconstructive and endoscopic surgery, and sports-related injuries. Dr. Su is Harvard educated, and completed his fellowship in hand and upper extremities at the University of Florida. “Driving, cooking, bathing, using tools, computers, and playing sports—we interact with the world largely through our hands, and I appreciate the importance of staying active and pain-free.”. Dr. Su is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Ganglion Cyst, Tennis Elbow, and Fasciotomy.

Samuel E. Galle, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a clinical focus on hand, wrist and upper extremity surgery, which includes sports injuries, osteoarthritis, fractures, nerve issues, and comprehensive elbow to fingertips healthcare. In his practice, he strives to work together with the patient to achieve a desired goal. This includes providing the patient with information about their condition and then defining treatment options. He enjoys a variety of outdoor activities in his free time including playing soccer, snowboarding and camping. Dr. Galle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Ganglion Cyst, and Tenosynovitis.

Sameer Puri is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dr. Puri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Rhizarthrosis, and Radial Nerve Dysfunction. Dr. Puri is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Wigton is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Frankfort, Kentucky. Dr. Wigton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Wigton is currently accepting new patients.

Jagdeep Sodhi is an Orthopedics specialist and a Hand Surgeon in Beloit, Wisconsin. Dr. Sodhi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Scaphoid Non-Union, Fasciotomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Sodhi is currently accepting new patients.

Timothy Niacaris is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Arlington, Texas. Dr. Niacaris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Trigger Thumb, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, and Rhizarthrosis.

Laura Ross is an Orthopedics provider in Hainesport, New Jersey. Dr. Ross is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. Her top areas of expertise are Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Bursitis. Dr. Ross is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Griggs is board-certified in orthopedic surgery and hand surgery. Dr. Griggs completed his medical degree from the University of Louisville in Kentucky. After medical school, he completed his orthopedic residency at Brown University in Rhode Island. Following residency, he completed a hand and micro fellowship at the University of Houston in Texas and an additional shoulder and elbow fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Griggs specializes in surgical and conservative management of injuries and conditions of the shoulder, elbow and hands. This includes fracture care of the clavicle, shoulder, elbow, forearm, wrist and hand, along with trauma and chronic arthritis conditions. Dr. Griggs specializes in arthroscopic shoulder surgery for rotator cuff tears and shoulder instability. Other common conditions he treats are lateral epicondylitis, elbow arthritis and nerve compressions such as carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel. Dr. Griggs specializes in workers’ compensation patients and completed his level II accreditation with the state of Colorado. Dr. Griggs is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction, Ganglion Cyst, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Rhizarthrosis.

Elliot Nacke, MD is board certified in Orthopaedic and Hand Surgery. Dr. Nacke treats conditions including compressive neuropathies such as carpal tunnel syndrome and cubital tunnel syndrome. He also treats tendinopathies including trigger finger, de Quervain's tenosynovitis and tennis elbow; fractures of the hand, wrist and elbow; wrist and hand arthritis; and nerve injuries. Dr. Nacke is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Synovitis.

Orthopaedic Surgery / Hand and Upper Extremity Virginia M. Jones, M.D. is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Jones is fellowship trained in hand and upper extremity surgery. Her practice includes general orthopaedics and sports medicine with specialty training in surgery of the hand and upper extremities. Areas of Expertise Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Sports Medicine Board Certification American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Education Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburg, PA, 2013, Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship Residency: Boston University Medical Center, Boston, MA, 2012, Orthopaedic Surgery Internship Internship: Boston University Medical Center, Boston, MA, 2008, General Surgery Internship Medical Degree: Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, 2007, Doctor of Medicine Undergraduate Degree: Davidson College, Davidson, NC, 2001, Bachelor of Science, Biology, Concentration in Medical Humanities Professional Memberships American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery American Society for Surgery of the Hand American College of Surgeons Association of Women Surgeons Society of Microsurgical Specialists Georgia Orthopaedic Society Community Involvement Dr. Jones is active in the community educating in the area of hand and upper extremities, including the dangers of carpal tunnel. She is an active contributor to the Piedmont Healthcare Living Better blog site (see Related Stories on this page). Publications Jones VM, Morse A, Andoga AM, Baratz ME. Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Elbow. Operative Techniques in Orthopaedics 23: 224-231. Insurance Plans Accepted Aetna, BCBS, Champus Tricare, Cigna, Coventry, Humana, Medicare, United Healthcare and many others. Please contact physician office for additional plans covered. Hospital Affiliation Piedmont Henry Hospital Piedmont Fayette Hospital Piedmont Newnan Hospital. Dr. Jones is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. Her top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Tobias von Bergen, MD is a board certified orthopedic surgeon, fellowship trained in hand and upper extremity surgery. Dr. von Bergen's practice includes wrist, elbow, and shoulder arthroscopy and reconstruction, comprehensive care of adult and pediatric upper extremity injuries and ailments, fracture care, as well as work injuries. He has a special interest in advanced care for lost limbs, including targeted muscle reinnervation, regenerative peripheral nerve surgery and neuroma management. Dr. Von Bergen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Tennis Elbow, Rhizarthrosis, and Nerve Decompression.

Dr. Choudhry provides a full complement of upper extremity/hand care from the shoulder to fingertips. A Colorado native, he graduated from Overland High School in Aurora where he was awarded the Bausch & Lomb Science Award for his “Excellent Promise in the Field of Science.” He went on to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in molecular biology from the University of Denver and graduated Cum Laude. He then attended the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical School where he received the William Winter MD Award for his “Outstanding Performance in Orthopedic Surgery” as a senior medical student. He continued his passion for orthopedics by completing his residency at the University of Cincinnati and affiliated hospitals. As a graduating chief resident he was selected as the recipient of the Peter J. Stern MD award “in recognition for outstanding qualities in professionalism, patient care, and teaching.” He then decided to pursue subspecialty training and completed an Upper extremity/Hand fellowship at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in North Carolina. During fellowship he received the Fellow’s Clinical Science Silver Award by the Wake Forest Division of Surgical Sciences for his research on nerve injuries. Dr. Choudhry has several research endeavors that have been presented at national meetings and published in prestigous scientific journals. Dr. Choudhry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Trigger Thumb, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Scott Lipson is an Orthopedics provider in Folsom, California. Dr. Lipson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. Dr. Lipson is currently accepting new patients.

Jonathan Isaacs is an Orthopedics specialist and a Hand Surgeon in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Isaacs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Dupuytren Contracture, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Nerve Decompression. Dr. Isaacs is currently accepting new patients.

Matthew Meunier is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Meunier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Osteonecrosis, Rhizarthrosis, Osteoarthritis, and Ganglion Cyst.

Diego Miranda is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Miranda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Trigger Thumb. Dr. Miranda is currently accepting new patients.

Timothy Fowler is an Orthopedics specialist and a Hand Surgeon in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Fowler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Scaphoid Non-Union, and Rhizarthrosis. Dr. Fowler is currently accepting new patients.