Dr. Tyler Kelly is a trusted foot and ankle surgeon at Tri-State Orthopaedics in Evansville, Indiana. He provides comprehensive care from conservative therapies to advanced reconstruction and serves as the Surgical Residency Director for the St. Vincent Evansville Podiatric Surgical Residency Program.
Core Areas of Expertise
- Comprehensive foot and ankle care
- Revisional surgery for persistent pain or deformity
- Peripheral nerve decompression (tarsal tunnel, Baxter’s nerve, superficial peroneal, neuroma care)
- Flatfoot reconstruction and correction of complex deformities
- Ankle instability and arthritis management
- Sports medicine for high school and university athletes
Revisional & Nerve Surgery Expertise
When previous treatments fall short, Dr. Kelly performs revisional surgery to address nonunion/malunion, recurrent deformities, and chronic instability. For nerve-related pain, he offers targeted nerve release procedures, including tarsal tunnel and Baxter’s nerve—paired with diagnostic ultrasound, selective injections, and modern bracing/orthotic strategies.
Athlete Care & Return-to-Play
Dr. Kelly works with high school and collegiate athletes across multiple sports. Care plans emphasize early diagnosis, sport-specific rehabilitation, functional testing, and responsible return-to-play timelines, developed in collaboration with athletic trainers and coaches.
Patient Care Philosophy
Clear communication and collaborative decision-making are the foundation of Dr. Kelly’s practice. He prioritizes conservative care when effective, while providing state-of-the-art surgical options when needed to restore mobility and reduce pain.