Alan B. Thomas, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in upper extremity surgery. He has been practicing medicine since 2000, and he has a special interest in arthroscopy of the wrist, elbow and shoulder. He received a CAQ subspecialty certificate in orthopedic surgery of the hand from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.He enjoys the challenges of restoring people to health through his practice. His doctorate work in biochemistry opened up new approaches for treating complex problems and made him a more detailed clinician.Dr. Thomas is a former vice president of St. Clare Hospital and has served on the operating and surgical committees for St Clare Hospital and the medical executive committee for Franciscan Health at St. Josephs Medical Center. He is a chairman for an outreach committee at his church and a member of the board of directors for The Health Project – Cambodia, which delivers medical supplies and equipment to underserved people in Southeast Asia and he travels to Cambodia each year to provide surgical care to those in need.Outside of his medical practice and volunteer work, he tries to keep up with his three children who are avid skiers, wakeboarders, and surfers. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, and Rhizarthrosis.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Ganglion Cyst, and Tenosynovitis.

Steven Moran is a Plastic Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Moran is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Kienbock's Disease, Bone Tumor, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Graft, and Fasciotomy. Dr. Moran is currently accepting new patients.

James Higgins is a Plastic Surgeon in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Higgins is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Scaphoid Non-Union, Kienbock's Disease, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Bone Graft, and Osteotomy. Dr. Higgins is currently accepting new patients.

Philippe Hernigou practices in Creteil, France. Hernigou is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. Their top areas of expertise are Osteonecrosis, Kienbock's Disease, Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Osteotomy.

Yasser Assaghir practices in Sohag, Egypt. Mr. Assaghir is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Kienbock's Disease, Osteonecrosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Fractured Spine.

Simon Maclean practices in Auckland, New Zealand. Maclean is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. Their top areas of expertise are Kienbock's Disease, Osteonecrosis, Necrosis, Wrist Arthroscopy, and Hip Resurfacing.

Gregory Bain practices in Adelaide, Australia. Mr. Bain is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Kienbock's Disease, Osteonecrosis, Hypermobile Joints, Wrist Arthroscopy, and Osteotomy.

Stuart Goodman is an Orthopedics provider in Redwood City, California. Dr. Goodman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive, Osteonecrosis, Osteoarthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Vittorio Fusco practices in Alessandria, Italy. Mr. Fusco is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteonecrosis, Kienbock's Disease, Bone Tumor, and Osteoporosis.

Michael Mont is an Orthopedics provider in Randallstown, Maryland. Dr. Mont is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteonecrosis, Osteoarthritis, Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Selene Parekh is an Orthopedics specialist and a Podiatric Surgeon in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania. Dr. Parekh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Kienbock's Disease, Osteonecrosis, Tendinitis, Osteotomy, and Fasciotomy.

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 Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, and Tennis Elbow.

Debra Parisi, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in the hand, wrist, and elbow. She serves Minneapolis/St. Paul patients and has a special interest in reconstructive and endoscopic surgery and sports-related injuries. She completed a hand and microvascular fellowship at the University of Washington in Seattle. “If you give patients a good experience and provide excellent care, everything else will fall into place,” she says. “For me, it’s really important to sit across from the patient and listen to what he or she is experiencing before making a diagnosis or offering a management plan. Patients are individuals. I want to honor each patient’s uniqueness and tailor the care to personal needs and lifestyle.”. Dr. Parisi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Tennis Elbow, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Fasciotomy.

Benjamin Chia, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in care of the hand and upper extremity, including arthritis, arthroscopic surgery, endoscopic carpal tunnel release, nerve and tendon disorders (carpal tunnel, trigger finger, lacerations, injury), fractures, and sports injuries.Dr. Chia completed his undergraduate studies at Washington University in St. Louis. Prior to attending his state medical school, Southern Illinois University in Springfield, IL, he lived and worked as a chef in New York City after he completed culinary school, receiving Le Grand Diplome de Cuisine et de Patisserie at Le Cordon Bleu Academie d’Art Culinaire, in Paris, France.Dr. Chia completed his Orthopedic residency training at University of Maryland in Baltimore and completed advanced subspecialty training with a Fellowship in Hand and Microvascular Surgery at University of Washington Orthopedics and Sports Medicine and Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, WA.Getting injured or dealing with pain can be frustrating and affect more than just daily activities of life. Dr. Chia looks forward to working with you on a personalized and unique treatment plan based on shared decision-making through listening and understanding all that affects your life.In his free time, he enjoys food and wine, cooking, hiking, tennis, golf, and most importantly, spending quality time with his wife and 2 young girls. Dr. Chia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Tenosynovitis, Ganglion Cyst, and Trigger Thumb.

J.P. Delaney, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in conditions and injuries associated with the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. He serves patients in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. “As a college hockey player, I experienced my fair share of injuries,” explains Dr. Delaney. "I understand the sense of uncertainty associated with surgery and recovery. I believe listening, honesty, and education enable patient confidence. I rely on these qualities to help patients understand what to expect and optimize outcomes.” Dr. Delaney completed an orthopedic upper extremity fellowship at Cleveland Clinic. He was also named a Rising Star by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine. Dr. Delaney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Tennis Elbow, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, and Tendinitis.

Matthew Tarabochia, MD is a hand and upper extremity Surgeon at Summit. His specialty covers the fingertips all the way to the shoulder. Dr. Tarabochia completed his undergraduate education at the University of Washington graduating cum laude. Dr. Tarabochia then went on to earn his medical degree from Harvard Medical School. He completed residency training in orthopedics at Harvard, then went on to undertake a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at the Curtis National Hand Center, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore. Dr. Tarabochia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Tennis Elbow, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Rhizarthrosis.

Lauren L. Smith, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in the hand, wrist, and elbow. She serves Minneapolis/St. Paul and greater Minnesota and Wisconsin patients. She completed a hand surgery fellowship at the New York University Department of Orthopedic Surgery. “When I was choosing an orthopedic specialty, I wanted to focus on an area in which I could take care of people across the spectrum: children as well as older adults, trauma as well as nontraumatic injury, and hand surgery was a perfect fit,” Dr. Smith said. “Hand surgery also includes minimally invasive surgical techniques, nerve surgery, and microsurgery, all of which were appealing to me.”. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tennis Elbow, Rhizarthrosis, and Ganglion Cyst.

William Clark, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and subspecialty certified hand surgeon. He has a clinical interest in arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, trauma/fractures, nerve and tendon disorders, minimally invasive surgery of the wrist, elbow, and shoulder, complex hand surgery, and treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture.As a physician, he involves patients by discussing the diagnostic and treatment options for each condition and by encouraging them to participate in making their healthcare decisions. As a surgeon, he believes his mission is to provide safe, effective surgical care while staying abreast of the latest advances and techniques. His ultimate goal is patient satisfaction because this is what makes orthopedic surgery an enjoyable and rewarding profession for him. Dr. Clark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Hip Replacement.

Scott D. Ruhlman, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in the care of hand, shoulder, and elbow disorders. He practices fracture care, sports medicine, and joint replacement surgery of the upper and lower extremities.Dr. Ruhlan grew up in Shoreline, WA, and is happy to be practicing in the Pacific Northwest. Outside of medicine, he enjoys many sports including skiing, golf, running and tennis. His greatest pride is his wonderful wife and lifetime best friend, Mary, who brought into this world the two most wonderful children, Sam and Nola. Dr. Ruhlman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kienbock's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.