Osteoarthritis of Foot near University Place, WA

Care Philosophy: Philip R. Yearian, DPM, is a board-certified podiatric surgeon specializing in sports medicine and reconstruction of the foot and ankle. He enjoys assisting both athletes and backyard adventurers to regain function and resume their regular activities without pain. Dr. Yearian is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. A sports enthusiast, Dr. Yearian volunteers as a youth basketball coach and is an avid runner who also enjoys swimming and biking.

Biography: Dr. Gregory Webb, DPM is a Podiatry Specialist who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 55 years old and has been practicing for 24 years. Dr. Gregory Webb, DPM is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Biography: My 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.

Care Philosophy: Serving those in need as for the Lord Jesus.

Biography: Todd Chappell, DPM, offers conservative and surgical management of all foot and ankle pathology, with specialized fellowship training in the treatment of sports injuries, trauma and end-stage ankle arthritis. His interests include achilles tendon repair, ankle arthroscopy, ankle fusion, ankle joint replacement, ankle ligament repair, bunions and hammer toes, Cavus foot correction, Charcot joint treatment, flat foot correction, Lisfranc fracture care, osteochondral injuries, pediatric deformities including club foot, and tendon ruptures. _x000D_ Dr. Chappell believes in a team approach to care and invites each patient to be a leader in their treatment. His goal is to provide the most thorough patient education so that together they can make the most appropriate plan of care. _x000D_ Dr. Chappell is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and Washington State Podiatric Medical Association. _x000D_ _x000D_ Publications _x000D_ Initial surgical outcomes of two modified minimally invasive repair techniques for acute achilles tendon rupture. Drogomiretskiy O, Hjelm L, Millonig K, Rush S, Chappell TM, Clifford C. The Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery: 2022;2(4):2667-3967._x000D_ Our Unique Position to Serve Those in Need. Chappell TM, Clifford C, Hutchinson BL, Dockery GD. Podiatry Management. 2016: 69-79._x000D_ Combined Internal and External Fixation for Diabetic Charcot Reconstruction: A Retrospective Case Series. Hegewald KW, Wilder ML, Chappell TM, Hutchinson BL. The Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery. 2016; 55(3):619-627. _x000D_ Distal tibial distraction osteogenesis-an alternative approach to addressing limb length discrepancy with concurrent hindfoot and ankle reconstruction. Chappell TM, Ebert CC, McCann KM, Hutchinson BL, Rodriguez-Collazo E. Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery & Research. 2019; Jul 30;14(1):244._x000D_ Anatomic Study of the Deltoid Ligament of the Ankle. Panchani PN, Chappell TM, Moore GD, Tubbs RS, Mohammadali MS, Loukas M, Kozlowski PB, Khan KH, DiLandro AC, D'Antoni AV. Foot & Ankle International. 2014; 35(9): 916-921. _x000D_ Morphometry of the Fibular Collateral Ligament: Anatomic Study with Comprehensive Review of the Literature. Chappell TM, Panchani PN, Moore GD, Tubbs RS, Mohammadali MS, Loukas M, Kozlowski PB, Khan KH, DiLandro AC, D'Antoni AV. Clinical Anatomy. 2014; 27(7): 1089-1096. _x000D_ A Chemical Application Method with Underwater Dissection to Improve Anatomic Identification of Cadaveric Foot and Ankle Structures in Podiatric Education. DiLandro AC, Chappell TM, Panchani PN, Kozlowski P, Tubbs SR, Khan KH, D'Antoni AV. Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association. 2013; 103(5): 387-393.

Care Philosophy: Paul Scott, DPM is a podiatrist specializing in sports medicine, foot and ankle trauma, and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Scott is compassionate in his approach to alleviating foot and ankle pain and discomfort, utilizing the latest conservative modalities and surgical techniques when necessary. Dr. Scott believes in collaborating with his patients to provide the most appropriate care for each situation. He is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery. In his spare time, Dr. Scott enjoys playing golf and basketball.

Biography: Dr. Eddie Lo, DPM is a Podiatry Specialist who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 54 years old. Dr. Eddie Lo, DPM is affiliated with St. Clare Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Gene Knutson, DPM is a Podiatry Specialist who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 63 years old. Dr. Gene Knutson, DPM is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.