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.
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
Caring, understanding, thoughtful, thorough, clearly explained the diagnosis and the options - I have a great deal of respect for and confidence in him.
Very thorough and very kind.
Very personable and informative
Very personable and professional at the same time. Two qualities not often found at the same time in a surgeon.
He doesn’t get you in and out in a hurry…. He actually takes the time to examine you, I went to the office in Morganton and they rushed me in and out and said nothing was wrong but I could feel in my feet something was wrong. Made an appt the following week with Dr. Umbell. They took several X-rays. I’m a FedEx delivery driver so I’m constantly on my feet in and out of the truck. Dr. Umbell came in the room and pressed certain spots on my foot. He said, “Let me go check the X-ray in that exact spot”. He comes back and says it’s not fractured, but there is stress I. That one spot that I’m having pain. The same exact thing happened to my other foot a few months ago but I didn’t get it checked out till it was actually fractured. So lesson learned after the first foot incident. Dr. Umbell put me in a hard shoe verses a boot, which is what I preferred. Dr. Umbell really listens to the patient. He’s very caring and understanding. I highly recommend seeing Dr. Umbell. He’s amazing!
Took his time with me and answered my questions. Very nice doctor!!
Thanks for the shot in my foot. It seems to have done the trick. No more pain! The assistant lady was very helpful. Thanks for the info you gave me.
Explained every thing very well, and gave good advice 👍
He is the nicest person
Great Dr.