Dr. Thomas J. Elardo
DPM
Dr. Thomas J. Elardo is a board certified podiatric surgeon focused on general podiatry with a sports medicine emphasis. Accepting new patients.
Languages Spoken: English
- DPM, California College of Podiatric Medicine
- Surgical Residency, VA Palo Alto and Stanford
- Board Certified, American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Sports medicine focused podiatric care
Dr. Thomas Elardo was born and raised in New Jersey. After finishing his high school career as State Gymnastics Champion, he earned an Athletic Scholarship to compete in Gymnastics at San Jose State University. During his tenure at SJSU, he competed as a Division I Gymnast earning multiple awards including the prestigious Clair Jennet award for outstanding scholar athlete.
Dr. Elardo started in private practice in Los Gatos, close to Good Samaritan Hospital. He has been a role model and leader in the podiatric profession, involved in his local, state, and national societies. He has also served as Secretary, Vice President, and President of the Santa Clara Podiatric Medical Society for multiple terms. He now serves on the Credentials Board for Medical Dimensions Incorporated and Columbia Good Samaritan Hospital. He is currently overseeing the surgical residency affiliation with the Veterans hospital in Palo Alto.
His current interests include general podiatry with a sports medicine focus. His specialties include Shockwave therapy, Stem Cell technology, biomechanics and sports medicine, surgical correction of all foot and ankle deformities.
Dr. Elardo lives in the Almaden area of San Jose with his wife and three daughters. He enjoys softball, skiing, paddle boarding, fishing, and golf. He also loves spending time in Maui with family and friends.
Dr. Elardo is accepting new patients!
Awards & Publications
Certifications
- Board Certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery.
- Radiology and Fluoroscopy Supervisor and Operator.
- Ossotron Shockwave Therapy.
- Basic Life Support BLS.
- Ankle Arthroscopy.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Systems Physiology with a minor in Chemistry from San Jose State University.
- Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from California College of Podiatric Medicine.
- Podiatric Surgical Residency completed at Veterans Affairs Hospital Palo Alto California and Stanford Health Services.
Hospital Affiliations
Good Samaritan Hospital.
Professional Memberships
- American Board of Podiatric Surgery (ABPS).
- American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS).
- American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA).
- California Podiatric Medical Association (CPMA).
- Santa Clara Podiatric Medical Association (SCVPMS).
Awards and Honors
- Executive Directors Award, California Podiatric Medical Association, June 15, 2014.
- Service Above Self Award, California Podiatric Medical Association, June 17, 2015.
- President's Award, California Podiatric Medical Association, June 21, 2016.
- Distinguished Service Award, California Podiatric Medical Association, June 24, 2018.
Appointments & Leadership
- Yu Ai Kai Senior Center, Podiatric Health Advisor, 1998 to Present.
- Medical Dimensions Incorporated Credentials and New Members Advisor Board, 1998 to 2005.
- Secretary, Santa Clara Podiatric Medical Association, 1999 to 2000.
- VP, Santa Clara Podiatric Medical Association, 2000 to 01.
- President, Santa Clara Podiatric Medical Association, 2001 to 03.
- Representative, House of Delegates, Anaheim, CA, 2000 to Present.
- Podiatric Medical Advisor to Dermik Laboratories.
- President, Santa Clara County Podiatric Medical Association, 2006 to 2007.
- Credentials Committee, Columbia Good Samaritan Hospital, 2005 to Present.
- Residency Advisor.
Patient Testimonials
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