Alan B. Thomas, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in upper extremity surgery. He has been practicing medicine since 2000, and he has a special interest in arthroscopy of the wrist, elbow and shoulder. He received a CAQ subspecialty certificate in orthopedic surgery of the hand from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.He enjoys the challenges of restoring people to health through his practice. His doctorate work in biochemistry opened up new approaches for treating complex problems and made him a more detailed clinician.Dr. Thomas is a former vice president of St. Clare Hospital and has served on the operating and surgical committees for St Clare Hospital and the medical executive committee for Franciscan Health at St. Josephs Medical Center. He is a chairman for an outreach committee at his church and a member of the board of directors for The Health Project – Cambodia, which delivers medical supplies and equipment to underserved people in Southeast Asia and he travels to Cambodia each year to provide surgical care to those in need.Outside of his medical practice and volunteer work, he tries to keep up with his three children who are avid skiers, wakeboarders, and surfers. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, and Rhizarthrosis.

Julian S. Arroyo, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder reconstruction, upper extremity orthopedic surgery, and sports medicine. He began practicing in 1996 and is the first fellowship-trained shoulder surgeon to practice in Pierce County. He is professionally interested in minimally invasive shoulder procedures and outpatient shoulder arthroplasty. He uses the most advanced surgical and non-surgical techniques available to help his patients return to a normal lifestyle more quickly and with fewer complications.Dr. Arroyo is a frequent contributor to leading orthopedic journals and lectures and instructs physicians in advanced shoulder reconstruction techniques. He also has worked with major manufacturers, assisting in development and design of orthopedic implants and techniques. Dr. Arroyo is one of a select few surgeons in the state with membership in the distinguished American Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association and is also a reviewing editor for the association’s Journal of Shoulder & Elbow Surgery. As a Pacific Northwest native, Dr. Arroyo is very active in the community. He enjoys snow skiing, water sports, fishing, hunting, and golf. Dr. Arroyo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.

Spencer A. Coray, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine and arthroscopy procedures of multiple joints. He has been practicing since 2003 and is one of the few orthopedic surgeons in the state with a CAQ subspecialty certificate in orthopedic sports medicine from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.His philosophy of care is to take the lowest intervention necessary to return patients to full function, which may or may not include surgery. His goal is to help patients be as active as they want to be, whether that means walking around the block or running a marathon.Dr. Coray is involved with a number of high schools in the Auburn, Franklin Pierce, Tacoma, Clover Park, and University Place school districts by providing sports related medical services and is frequently called on to present on sports medicine in health classes. He frequently goes on medical missions to Argentina and attends conferences as a surgical presenter locally and abroad. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching his children grow, and cooking. Dr. Coray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Synovitis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Matthew Jenkins, MD, is fellowship trained in shoulder and elbow surgery. He treats conditions of the shoulder and elbow with the most advanced surgical techniques, including minimally invasive and arthroscopic procedures, as well as shoulder replacements, rotator cuff repair and reconstruction, and fracture repair.He believes in taking time to educate his patients on their diagnosis and the cause of their shoulder and elbow problems to help them make informed decisions about their treatment. By keeping current with the newest techniques and advances, he offers leading edge treatments to get patients back in action as soon as possible.Dr. Jenkins enjoys a wide variety of outdoor sports and activities including rock climbing, alpine skiing, kayaking, fishing, mountaineering and backpacking. Dr. Jenkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Gorham's Disease, Hajdu-Cheney Syndrome, and Hip Replacement.

John T. Heffernan, MD, is fellowship trained in all aspects of shoulder and elbow surgery and has extensive training in sports medicine surgery. His interests include arthroscopy of the shoulder and elbow, rotator cuff repair, shoulder instability, shoulder and elbow reconstruction, fracture care of the upper extremity, ligament reconstruction of the knee, and knee replacements. He is a Candidate Member of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons and serves as a reviewer for their Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery.During his medical training, Dr. Heffernan volunteered his time providing medical care as a sideline team physician for high school football teams of New Orleans, worked as an assistant team physician for Columbia University Athletics and assisted with the medical care of the New York Yankees and New York City FC (MLS). As a former varsity collegiate athlete in swimming, Dr. Heffernan is passionate about getting athletes of all ages back to their best performance.Dr. Heffernan is passionate about his work as an orthopedic surgeon and getting his patients back to their highest quality of life and activity. He believes that providing outstanding orthopedic care starts first with listening carefully to his patients.Dr. Heffernan is a fifth-generation native of the Puget Sound region and is proud to return home and take care of the people of his community. He and his wife, who is also a physician, are avid downhill skiers and enjoy cycling, hiking, being on the water, and spending time with their family. Dr. Heffernan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder, Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, and Tennis Elbow.

William Clark, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and subspecialty certified hand surgeon. He has a clinical interest in arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, trauma/fractures, nerve and tendon disorders, minimally invasive surgery of the wrist, elbow, and shoulder, complex hand surgery, and treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture.As a physician, he involves patients by discussing the diagnostic and treatment options for each condition and by encouraging them to participate in making their healthcare decisions. As a surgeon, he believes his mission is to provide safe, effective surgical care while staying abreast of the latest advances and techniques. His ultimate goal is patient satisfaction because this is what makes orthopedic surgery an enjoyable and rewarding profession for him. Dr. Clark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Hip Replacement.

Rachelle Guinto is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Guinto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Scoliosis, Sciatica, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Guinto is currently accepting new patients.

Erin Kawasaki is an Orthopedics provider in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Kawasaki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Brachial Plexopathy, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

Bob Lee is a Physiatrist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Brachial Plexopathy, and Bursitis. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

Allen Rubin is a Vascular Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Rubin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Peripheral Artery Disease, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Rubin is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Duong is a Neurologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Duong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Peripheral Neuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. Dr. Duong is currently accepting new patients.

Richard Swedarsky is a Physiatrist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Swedarsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder, Marcus Gunn Phenomenon, Gomez Lopez Hernandez Syndrome, and Serotonin Syndrome. Dr. Swedarsky is currently accepting new patients.

Neil Shah is an Orthopedics specialist and a Hand Surgeon in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Synovitis. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

Amit Kainth is a Vascular Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Kainth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Kainth is currently accepting new patients.

Hao Vu is a Vascular Surgeon in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Vu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Vu is currently accepting new patients.

Daiva Nevidomskyte is a Vascular Surgeon in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Nevidomskyte is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Arterial Embolism, Aneurysm Repair, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Nevidomskyte is currently accepting new patients.

Mohammad Saeed is a Physiatrist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Saeed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Brachial Plexopathy and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Dr. Saeed is currently accepting new patients.

Peter Kwon is a Neurologist in Kent, Washington. Dr. Kwon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Myasthenia Gravis, and Striatonigral Degeneration Infantile. Dr. Kwon is currently accepting new patients.

Eric Alyea is an Orthopedics provider in Burien, Washington. Dr. Alyea is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Frozen Shoulder. Dr. Alyea is currently accepting new patients.

Wendy Heusch, DO, is a Pacific Northwest native, originally from Oregon. She graduated from the University of Puget Sound where she played volleyball on the 1993 NAIA Championship team. Her orthopedic training has taken her from West Coast to East Coast and although she enjoyed each area of the country, she believes there is no place quite like the Northwest.Her practice interests include treating all sports related injuries, with special interests in the shoulder and knee. She completed an Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine Fellowship at Orthopedic Research of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia where she learned from some of the most respected arthroscopic surgeons in the country about the latest techniques in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine. These include all arthroscopic surgery of the rotator cuff and other disorders of the shoulder including dislocations and instability, as well as ACL surgery of the knee. She is also experienced in treating work related injuries of the shoulder and knee. She understands the unique circumstances surrounding work related injuries and helps her patients navigate the L&I process.Dr. Heusch has pursued and obtained subspecialty board certification in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. This subspecialty certificate is for board certified orthopedic surgeons who have demonstrated qualifications in sports medicine beyond those expected of other orthopedic surgeons. This includes additional training, a practice characterized by a volume of cases in sports medicine, and by passing an exam administered nationally by the AOBOS.Being an athlete herself, she enjoys treating the needs and injuries of all types of athletes, from high school players to the recreational athlete. She has also spent a portion of her fellowship with the team physician for the Washington Redskins learning about the care of the professional athlete. Dr. Heusch enjoys being a part of the Rainier Orthopedic Institute team and serving the Puyallup community.In her free time, Dr. Heusch enjoys gardening and throwing pottery, and spending time outdoors. She is also an avid supporter of local animal rescues.“I believe in treating my patients as a whole person and that there is more to being healthy than just the absence of disease. By looking beyond just the symptoms and by considering all aspects of a patient’s lifestyle, I strive to work with my patients as part of a team so we can better understand and work towards accomplishing their goals.” – Dr. Wendy Heusch, DO. Dr. Heusch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brachial Plexopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.