Based in SANTA CRUZ, CA, THOMAS WELLE is a D.O., an Orthopedic Surgeon who treats patients with foot and ankle conditions including Ankle Replacement, Achilles Repair, Bunion Surgery. Patients in the SANTA CRUZ area can contact THOMAS for evaluations and treatment options.
An Orthopedic Surgeon completes a 5-year surgical residency after medical school, specializing in the musculoskeletal system. They diagnose and treat foot and ankle injuries and conditions through both surgical and non-surgical methods, including ankle replacement, Achilles tendon repair, and fracture fixation.
Contact THOMAS WELLE at (831) 477-2325 to schedule a consultation about ankle replacement or other foot and ankle procedures.
Total ankle replacement (arthroplasty) replaces a damaged ankle joint with metal and plastic components, preserving natural ankle motion unlike ankle fusion. Modern implants last 10-15+ years and are ideal for patients with severe ankle arthritis who want to maintain mobility.
Achilles tendon repair surgery reconnects a torn Achilles tendon — the largest and strongest tendon in the body. Both open and minimally invasive (percutaneous) techniques are available. Early repair gives the best outcomes, with most patients returning to full activity in 6-12 months.
Bunion surgery (bunionectomy) corrects the bony bump at the base of the big toe by realigning the metatarsal bone. Modern techniques include minimally invasive approaches with smaller incisions and faster recovery. Over 100,000 bunion surgeries are performed annually in the US.
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Costs vary by provider, insurance, and case complexity. Contact THOMAS WELLE at (831) 477-2325 for a consultation.
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