Dr. Karl M. Schweitzer
Overview
My pursuit of a career in orthopaedics has come as no surprise to those around me. Growing up on our family horse farm in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, afforded me many mechanical tasks. Foot and ankle orthopaedics was an obvious choice: the diverse patient population, challenging surgeries, and the ability to help my patients get back to the activities they enjoy most. As medical missionary Dr. Albert Schweitzer said, “At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by the spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” It is my responsibility, but also privilege as a surgeon, to empower my patients with ‘that light’, through optimism, knowledge and ultimately relief, through both non-operative and surgical means. I perform a variety of reconstructive procedures, including: fore/midfoot surgeries, ankle arthroscopy and cartilage restorative surgery, tendon/ligament repair/reconstruction, lower extremity fracture care, ankle replacement and fusion, diabetic Charcot reconstruction (including use of Ilizarov thin-wire frame techniques) and advanced deformity reconstruction for conditions related to arthritic, neurologic, congenital or acquired conditions.
Dr. Schweitzer is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Metatarsalgia, Tendinitis, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 25 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
5601 Arringdon Park Dr, Morrisville, NC 27560
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center
The desire to explore, research, and understand things in great detail has been the driving force throughout my career. This passion drew me to foot and ankle. I am focused on taking great care of patients, teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows, and collaborating on the continuous development of foot and ankle surgery research. Dr. De Cesar Netto is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Bunions, High Arch, Osteotomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.
Duke Orthopaedics Arringdon
I enjoy the challenge of helping patients with foot and ankle problems, including arthritis, tendon disorders or ruptures, and sports injuries. While my focus is my clinical practice, I keep my orthopaedic knowledge current by regularly participating as faculty in national and international orthopaedic foot and ankle conferences, conferences that frequently prompt me to bring advances to help the patients in my practice. I also continue to study many of the problems through dedicated foot and ankle research and share my clinical, surgical and research experience with national and international colleagues, the surgeons who attend the meetings, and the residents and fellows that I train each year. Dr. Easley is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Flat Feet, Kienbock's Disease, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.
Duke Orthopaedics Arringdon
I pursued the specialty of Orthopaedic surgery as I was drawn to the opportunity to care for patients on their journey to maintain or return to an active and healthy lifestyle. In particular, the subspecialty of foot and ankle surgery was especially appealing as the foot and ankle serve as the foundation for the entire musculoskeletal system, with a broad array of pathology and patient populations being affected. I have the honor of caring for patients of all walks of life including all ages and activity levels. Dr. Robert is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Bunions, Foot Drop, and Osteotomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Karl M. Schweitzer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Karl M. Schweitzer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Karl M. Schweitzer by calling their office at 919-997-3050. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Karl M. Schweitzer a top-rated expert for Achilles Tendon Rupture?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Karl M. Schweitzer is classified as an Advanced expert for Achilles Tendon Rupture, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Karl M. Schweitzer specialize in?
While Dr. Karl M. Schweitzer is a Podiatric Surgery, they have specific expertise in Achilles Tendon Rupture, Metatarsalgia, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Podiatric Surgery.
Does Dr. Karl M. Schweitzer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Karl M. Schweitzer has published 25 articles and abstracts on conditions like Achilles Tendon Rupture. You can view a list of Dr. Karl M. Schweitzer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Karl M. Schweitzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Karl M. Schweitzer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-997-3050 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Schweitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- MetatarsalgiaDr. Schweitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Metatarsalgia.
- TendinitisDr. Schweitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
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- BursitisDr. Schweitzer isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Schweitzer isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- ClubfootDr. Schweitzer isExperienced. Learn about Clubfoot.
- Foot DropDr. Schweitzer isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Schweitzer isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- Kienbock's DiseaseDr. Schweitzer isExperienced. Learn about Kienbock's Disease.