Dr. Benjamin D. Umbel, D.O. is an orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in the treatment of foot and ankle conditions. Dr. Umbel strongly believes establishing a trusting relationship with his patients and advocating for their needs should be at the center of their orthopedic care. Dr. Umbel was born and raised in a small town outside of Youngstown, OH. He earned summa cum laude honors while completing his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Baldwin Wallace University.
Dr. Benjamin D. Umbel, D.O. is an orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in the treatment of foot and ankle conditions. Dr. Umbel strongly believes establishing a trusting relationship with his patients and advocating for their needs should be at the center of their orthopedic care. Dr. Umbel was born and raised in a small town outside of Youngstown, OH. He earned summa cum laude honors while completing his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Baldwin Wallace University.
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Very detailed in conversation. He genuinely listened to my concerns.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Heard what I had to say . Very knowledgeable, helping me get back on my ankle.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Professional caring informative
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Friendly and informative.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Very attentive, listened, gave options. Good bedside manner. Very informative given the issues presented
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Very informative and very attentive
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Very knowledgeable about my condition.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Very professional; listened well and gave choices of solutions for now and later, if the first solutions don’t work.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Outstanding listener and diagnostic specialist. So caring. Lots of people don’t take good care of older people. Dr Umbrr is very impressive.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Umbel is a kind and wonderful doctor! He answered all of my questions. I never felt rushed. His bedside manner was truly amazing. I genuinely appreciated how thorough he was in explaining the details to me about my ankle. We are very blessed to have him in Hickory. Thank you again Dr. Umbel! You’re the best!
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
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Foothills Region: Granite Falls - Orthopedics
160 River Bend Suite C Granite Falls, NC 28630
Foothills Region: Hickory - Orthopedics
2165 Medical Park Drive Hickory, NC 28602
Foothills Region: Morganton - Orthopedics
503 East Parker Road Morganton, NC 28655
Foothills Region: Valdese - Orthopedics
841 Malcolm Blvd Rutherford College, NC 28671
Dr. Benjamin D. Umbel, D.O. is an orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in the treatment of foot and ankle conditions. Dr. Umbel strongly believes establishing a trusting relationship with his patients and advocating for their needs should be at the center of their orthopedic care.
He says “I come from an athletic background and was raised in a blue-collar family. I understand firsthand the importance of minimizing missed playing time due to an injury or getting back to work in order to provide for your family. In most situations, non-operative treatment is my first recommendation. If non-operative treatment has failed or is not indicated, all reasonable surgical options are discussed and a joint decision to move forward with surgery can be made. My primary goal is to return patients to their sport, job, or any daily activities they enjoy.”
Dr. Umbel was born and raised in a small town outside of Youngstown, OH. He earned summa cum laude honors while completing his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Baldwin Wallace University. There he was a 3-year letter winner and team captain for the men’s varsity basketball team. He then completed his medical school education at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) in Blacksburg, VA. Following medical school, Dr. Umbel spent 5 years in Columbus, OH at OhioHealth where he successfully completed his residency in Orthopedic Surgery.
He then completed an Orthopedic Foot and Ankle fellowship at the prestigious Duke University Medical Center. During his time at Duke, he was trained and mentored by world leaders in the field of Orthopedic Foot and Ankle surgery. He had the unique privilege of training alongside pioneers in the topics of ankle replacement, bunion correction, custom 3D implants, flatfoot reconstruction, complex foot and ankle deformity reconstruction as well as surgical techniques in arthroscopic and minimally invasive surgery. He gained extensive knowledge, comfort and expertise in the non-operative and operative management of routine and complex foot and ankle conditions.
Dr. Umbel’s practice focuses on foot and ankle issues. He takes a holistic and comprehensive approach to caring for the following:
Foot and ankle pain and arthritis Ankle instability and sports-related foot and ankle injuries Lower extremity fracture care Cartilage defects requiring restorative surgery Tendon/ligament repair/reconstruction Bunion deformities Achilles injuries and disorders Hammer toe deformities Diabetic foot reconstruction Flatfoot and high arch (cavovarus) deformities Pain and advanced deformity related to arthritic, neurologic, congenital, and acquired conditions
Dr. Umbel has helped author numerous academic research publications, textbook chapters, and surgical techniques on the topics of ankle arthritis, flatfoot reconstruction, foot and ankle fracture management, and diabetic fracture care. He is an active member of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) and is currently a member of the AOFAS Young Physicians Committee (YPC). He is also a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (AOAO), and the Piedmont Orthopedic Society.
Dr. Umbel is married to his wife, Amy, who works as a physician assistant and is a native of Statesville, NC. Together they have three children; Auburn, Lawson, and Monroe.
His interests outside of work include spending time with his family and friends, exercising, woodworking, and cooking. He and his family look forward to becoming involved with their local church and community.
Education Baldwin Wallace University Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) Duke University Medical Center
Very detailed in conversation. He genuinely listened to my concerns.
Heard what I had to say . Very knowledgeable, helping me get back on my ankle.
Professional caring informative
Friendly and informative.
Very attentive, listened, gave options. Good bedside manner. Very informative given the issues presented
Very informative and very attentive
Very knowledgeable about my condition.
Very professional; listened well and gave choices of solutions for now and later, if the first solutions don’t work.
Outstanding listener and diagnostic specialist. So caring. Lots of people don’t take good care of older people. Dr Umbrr is very impressive.
Dr. Umbel is a kind and wonderful doctor! He answered all of my questions. I never felt rushed. His bedside manner was truly amazing. I genuinely appreciated how thorough he was in explaining the details to me about my ankle. We are very blessed to have him in Hickory. Thank you again Dr. Umbel! You’re the best!