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 a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. Her top areas of expertise are Tennis Elbow, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Fasciotomy.

Edward Bieber is an Orthopedics specialist and a Sports Medicine provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Bieber is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Trigger Thumb.

David Ruch is a General Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ruch is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tennis Elbow, Rhizarthrosis, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Ruch is currently accepting new patients.

Nicholas Sablan is an Orthopedics specialist and a Sports Medicine provider in Hampton, Virginia. Dr. Sablan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Tennis Elbow, Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, and Frozen Shoulder. Dr. Sablan is currently accepting new patients.

Marc Richard is a General Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Morrisville, North Carolina. Dr. Richard is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tennis Elbow, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Osteotomy, and Wrist Arthroscopy. Dr. Richard is currently accepting new patients.

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 Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, and Rhizarthrosis.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Ganglion Cyst, Tennis Elbow, 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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, and Tennis Elbow.

Kurt Allen Anderson, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand, upper extremity and microvascular surgery. In his practice, he strives to treat his patients as though they are his family.He has extensive experience with non-operative and operative treatment of all hand and wrist problems, including arthritis surgery.  He has a particular interest in elbow problems and surgery.He currently lives in Bellevue where he enjoys outdoor activities with his wife and two children. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. Her top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tennis Elbow, Rhizarthrosis, and Ganglion Cyst.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Tennis Elbow, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, and Tendinitis.

Kirk Scofield, M.D., C.A.Q., is an orthopedic sports medicine physician at Summit Orthopedics specializing in nonsurgical treatment of knee, shoulder, hip, foot, and ankle concerns. He has a special interest in musculoskeletal ultrasound, regenerative medicine, Tenex technology, and running/endurance injuries. He completed his fellowship in Primary Care Sports Medicine at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Scofield is also an athlete and Ironman finisher. “My training encompasses movement analysis, body mechanics, concussion management, nutrition, and cardiovascular issues related to athletes,” he says. He serves as team physician for collegiate and high school athletes, and medical provider to U.S. Olympics (marathon and endurance events). Dr. Scofield is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, and Tenotomy.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Tennis Elbow.

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 Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Ganglion Cyst, and Tenosynovitis.

Kelsey Overman, M.D. specializes in the evaluation and treatment of all conditions related to the fingers, hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, and upper arm. This includes sports-related injuries, work-related injuries, degenerative and rheumatoid arthritis conditions, nerve compression syndromes, and traumatic reconstruction. Her passion for upper extremity surgery developed through her surgical training after seeing how vital upper extremities are for peoples’ jobs, hobbies, and activities of everyday life. Dr. Overman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. Her top areas of expertise are Tennis Elbow, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

A Mankato, Minnesota, native, Summit hand and upper extremity surgeon David Matson, M.D., After graduating summa cum laude with a degree in chemistry and biomedical studies from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota. He completed medical school and residency training in orthopedic surgery at the University of Minnesota Medical School. He then completed a hand and upper extremity fellowship at Vanderbilt University in Nashville. As an upper extremity specialist, Dr. Matson was drawn to the variety and complexity of problems he encountered in clinic and the operating room, including everything from microsurgery to fracture care, nerve surgery, and joint replacements. When Dr. Matson was 11, his family moved to Kenya, where his father worked at Kijabe Hospital. This was the first of multiple trips to Kenya. Dr. Matson also spent time working in Ecuador and Honduras during his residency. Dr. Matson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Tennis Elbow, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Tendinitis.

Robert C. Vercio, MD, is fellowship trained in all aspects of surgery in the hand, elbow and shoulder. He completed the Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He is passionate about patient education and partnering with patients, working together to help them make the best treatment decisions. He is skilled in ultrasound of the upper extremity for diagnosis and treatments and is co-author of a textbook to assist other physicians with these useful exams and techniques. Dr. Vercio has also spent time in developing countries from Nepal to Haiti and plans to continue helping those in need.Dr. Vercio is a South Sound native who grew up in Gig Harbor and is excited to be back in the PNW. When not mending bones in need, he enjoys chasing around his small family, spending time on the water, artisan bread baking and photography. Dr. Vercio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

John T. Heffernan, MD, is fellowship trained in all aspects of shoulder and elbow surgery and has extensive training in sports medicine surgery. His interests include arthroscopy of the shoulder and elbow, rotator cuff repair, shoulder instability, shoulder and elbow reconstruction, fracture care of the upper extremity, ligament reconstruction of the knee, and knee replacements. He is a Candidate Member of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons and serves as a reviewer for their Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery.During his medical training, Dr. Heffernan volunteered his time providing medical care as a sideline team physician for high school football teams of New Orleans, worked as an assistant team physician for Columbia University Athletics and assisted with the medical care of the New York Yankees and New York City FC (MLS). As a former varsity collegiate athlete in swimming, Dr. Heffernan is passionate about getting athletes of all ages back to their best performance.Dr. Heffernan is passionate about his work as an orthopedic surgeon and getting his patients back to their highest quality of life and activity. He believes that providing outstanding orthopedic care starts first with listening carefully to his patients.Dr. Heffernan is a fifth-generation native of the Puget Sound region and is proud to return home and take care of the people of his community. He and his wife, who is also a physician, are avid downhill skiers and enjoy cycling, hiking, being on the water, and spending time with their family. Dr. Heffernan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder, Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, and Tennis Elbow.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tennis Elbow. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Tenosynovitis, Ganglion Cyst, and Trigger Thumb.