Achilles Tendon Repair with Graft

Board-certified orthopedic foot and ankle specialist Dr. Karl Henrikson earned his medical degree at the University of Massachusetts and went on to complete his residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. There he enjoyed being team physician for a high school football team. He served as administrative chief and spent a superchief year as an attending. He completed his fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at Penn State Hershey Medical Center in Pennsylvania.   While Dr. Henrikson can treat most orthopedic conditions, his expertise lies in foot and ankle treatment. He works with his patients to determine the best possible course of treatment and says he finds motivation in seeing patients happy and getting back to their lives.   In his free time, Dr. Henrikson enjoys spending time with his family, exploring the outdoors and participating in activities such as hiking, skiing and fishing.