Brandon Nelson, DPM
Leading Foot and Ankle Surgeon From Issaquah Foot & Ankle Specializing in Regenerative Medicine
Dr. Brandon Nelson is a double board-certified foot and ankle surgeon specializing in regenerative medicine treatments for foot and ankle pain in Bellevue, Issaquah, and Seattle, Washington. He is known for helping patients avoid surgery and recover faster using advanced biologic therapies such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP), stem cell therapy, prolotherapy, Supartz (hyaluronic acid), and Wharton’s jelly injections.
Expert in Non-Surgical Foot & Ankle Pain Treatment
Dr. Nelson focuses on treating the root cause of pain by restoring tissue health rather than masking symptoms. He commonly treats:
- Plantar fasciitis (heel pain)
- Achilles tendonitis and tendinosis
- Foot and ankle arthritis
- Ligament injuries and instability
- Chronic foot pain not responding to traditional care
Patients across Bellevue, Issaquah, and Seattle seek Dr. Nelson for PRP injections, stem cell therapy, and regenerative medicine alternatives to surgery.
Advanced Regenerative Medicine Treatments
Dr. Nelson offers a full range of evidence-based regenerative therapies, including:
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections for tendon and ligament healing
- Stem cell-based therapies to support tissue regeneration
- Prolotherapy for chronic ligament instability and joint pain
- Supartz (hyaluronic acid injections) for foot and ankle arthritis
- Wharton’s jelly biologics for advanced regenerative support
These treatments are designed to reduce inflammation, accelerate healing, and restore function, allowing patients to return to activity with minimal downtime.
Why Patients Choose Dr. Nelson
- Double board-certified foot and ankle surgeon
- Specialist in regenerative medicine for foot and ankle conditions
- Focus on non-surgical solutions before surgery
- Thousands of successfully treated patients
- Trusted by active individuals seeking faster recovery
Dr. Nelson combines advanced medical technology with a personalized approach, tailoring each treatment plan to the patient’s condition, goals, and activity level.
Training & Background
A Pacific Northwest native, Dr. Nelson grew up in Edmonds, Washington. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Washington and his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Des Moines University. He completed a comprehensive three-year surgical residency at Tacoma General Hospital, with advanced training in both reconstructive surgery and regenerative medicine techniques.
He continues to stay at the forefront of innovation through national conferences, advanced training programs, and ongoing research in PRP, stem cell therapy, and biologic treatments for foot and ankle pathology.
Serving Bellevue, Issaquah & Seattle
Dr. Nelson provides regenerative foot and ankle care for patients throughout:
- Bellevue, WA
- Issaquah, WA
- Seattle, WA
- Mercer Island and surrounding Eastside communities
Personal Life
Dr. Nelson lives on Mercer Island with his wife and two children. Outside of medicine, he enjoys traveling, fishing, and snowboarding. His active lifestyle drives his passion for helping patients stay mobile, pain-free, and performing at their best.
Timothy W. H. Young, DPM
Foot Doctor, Podiatrist, and Foot Surgeon From Issaquah Foot and Ankle Specialists Focused on Regenerative Medicine
Dr. Timothy W. H. Young is a highly regarded board certified foot and ankle surgeon at Issaquah Foot and Ankle Specialists, recognized for his commitment to advanced treatment methods and exceptional patient centered care. A native of the Puget Sound region, Dr. Young earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Washington before completing his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco. He further refined his surgical expertise during his residency at New Berlin Memorial Hospital in Wisconsin, where he built a strong foundation in complex foot reconstruction.
Dr. Young has a particular focus on bunion correction and is well known for his experience with Lapidus and Lapiplasty procedures. He frequently treats patients seeking revision surgery and is dedicated to achieving optimal correction, improved long-term outcomes, and faster recovery. His clinical interests also include tendon disorders of the foot and ankle, especially Achilles and peroneal tendon pathologies, where he incorporates regenerative medicine techniques to enhance healing.
With advanced training in ultrasound guided evaluation, Dr. Young provides immediate and accurate diagnoses for conditions such as plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinitis. He routinely performs precise ultrasound guided treatments and has extensive success using regenerative therapies, including platelet rich plasma and shockwave therapy.
Dr. Young resides in the Sammamish area with his family. Outside of his practice, he enjoys snowboarding, boating, wakeboarding, fishing, mountain biking, jogging, hiking, and flying as a licensed pilot with a floatplane rating.
Milad Kashani, DPM
Foot Doctor, Podiatrist, and Foot Surgeon From Issaquah Foot and Ankle Specialists Focused on Regenerative Medicine
Dr. Kashani was born in Tehran and immigrated to the U.S. at a young age. He attended Virginia Tech University in Blacksburg, VA, where he obtained his BS in Biology and graduated with highest honors (Summa Cum Laude).
He went on to obtain his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine where he graduated as the valedictorian of his class.
Dr. Kashani then completed an elite foot and ankle surgery residency program at the Swedish Medical Center in Seattle where he served as chief resident. During his time at Swedish, he had direct training from some of the best podiatric and orthopedic foot and ankle surgeons in the Pacific Northwest.
He has lectured and presented posters and research on foot and ankle surgical correction at multiple national conferences. He also remains involved with educating the next generation of foot and ankle surgeons through the Swedish Foot and Ankle Surgery residency program.
Dr. Kashani highly values conservative management, and his practice philosophy is that surgical intervention should be the absolute last resort when treating foot and ankle conditions. His evidence-based and patient-centered approach in addition to his clinical expertise enable him to achieve the best possible patient outcomes.
Dr. Kashani and his wife live in Redmond, WA. In his free time, he enjoys reading, swimming, watching documentaries and spending time with his family.
Certifications:
- Board Qualified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Memberships:
- Member, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
- Member, American Podiatric Medical Association
- Member, International Foot and Ankle Foundation
- Member, Washington State Podiatric Medical Association
