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Gabriella Alexis Ley, DPM is a podiatrist in Mountain View, CA specializing in foot & ankle surgery and podiatry (foot & ankle medicine). She graduated from Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine. Gabriella Alexis Ley, DPM is affiliated with Sutter Health and SUTTER BAY MEDICAL FOUNDATION.
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Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)
Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.
Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.
After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.
Gabriella Alexis Ley, DPM graduated from Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine. She completed residency at HealthPartners Institute, Foot and Ankle Surgery. She has a state license in California.
Medical School: Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine
Residency: HealthPartners Institute, Foot and Ankle Surgery
Licensed In: California
Gabriella Alexis Ley, DPM is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Gabriella Alexis Ley, DPM appears to accept the following insurance providers: WellCare, Blue Shield of California, Medicare Advantage, HealthSmart, MultiPlan, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Cigna, Alliance PPO, Anthem Blue Cross of California, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Accepted Central California Alliance for Health Plans: TotalCare (HMO D-SNP), Accepted Valley Health Plan - Currently in Contract Negotiations Plans: Classic Commercial HMO Plan only, Accepted SCAN Plans: SCAN Compass (HMO), Accepted Santa Clara Family Health Plan Plans: DualConnect (HMO D-SNP), Accepted Provider Networks of America Plans: PPO, Accepted Sutter Health Plan Plans: Individual and Family Plan HMO: Large and Small Group HMO, Accepted Chinese Community Health Plan Plans: Active Choice- PPO Silver: Amber 50 HMO Silver: American Indian/Alaskan Native (Covered CA for Individual & Families): Bronze 60 HDHP HMO (including... and Accepted Aetna Plans: Aetna Choice POS II: Aetna Select EPO: Aetna Select Open Access: Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA): Aetna Student Health Program: Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA): Health Fund....
According to our sources, Gabriella Alexis Ley, DPM accepts the following insurance providers:
Gabriella Alexis Ley, DPM has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 45 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Gabriella Alexis Ley, DPM from all over the web to help you find the right in Mountain View, CA.
Dr. Gabriella Ley is a specialist in foot & ankle surgery and podiatry (foot & ankle medicine). Dr. Ley has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by her patients. Areas of expertise for Dr. Ley include deformity correction, amputation, and ankle fusion. She takes Anthem, Blue California, and HealthSmart, in addition to other insurance carriers. Dr. Ley is professionally affiliated with Sutter Health. According to Sutter Health, new patients are welcome to contact her office in Mountain View, CA.
