MediFind found 33 doctor with experience in Cervical Myelopathy near Tacoma, WA. Of these, 27 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.
Proliance Puget Sound Orthopaedics
Michael J. Martin, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon with advanced training in spinal medicine and surgical techniques for the treatment of degenerative conditions and fractures of the spine. He is professionally interested in spine treatment innovations with a focus on minimally invasive procedures.He has been a surgeon since 1992 and sees himself as a teacher and facilitator in helping people heal themselves. That’s why his high quality, compassionate care includes spending time educating patients about their condition and providing a personalized treatment plan that works for them.Dr. Martin was previously an investigator in a nationwide FDA clinical trial involving a less invasive lumbar spinal stenosis treatment that he helped develops. He is actively involved in developing other innovative treatments and devices for the treatment of diseases and conditions of the spine. He is a Peer Reviewer for the official journal of the NASS, The Spine Journal, and continues to publish articles in orthopedic journals and present community lectures on various lumbar and cervical spine topics.In addition to his community volunteer efforts at Bellarmine Preparatory School, he is an acting Board Member for Commencement Bay Rowing Club. He previously coached youth sports for local community baseball teams and basketball at Saint Patrick’s Catholic School in Tacoma. He also enjoys spending time with his wife and children, biking, skiing, and cooking. Dr. Martin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.
Franciscan Medical Group
Jude Verzosa is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Verzosa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Emphysema, and Bullae. Dr. Verzosa is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Medical Group
Adrienne Lopata is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Lopata is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Kidney Disease, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Melorheostosis. Dr. Lopata is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Medical Group
Joanna Polistico is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Polistico is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Cirrhosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Polistico is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Medical Group
Michael Roxas is an Emergency Medicine provider in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Roxas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Opioid Induced Constipation, and Lung Nodules. Dr. Roxas is currently accepting new patients.
Proliance Puget Sound Orthopaedics
Ari Holtzman, MD, is fellowship trained in spine surgery at University of Washington/Harborview Spine.He started his training in Orthopedic surgery in New York City at Montefiore Medical Center, the largest hospital in Bronx, NY. He completed his training at the Spine Fellowship at Harborview and the University of Washington, which focused on treating degenerative spine conditions, spinal trauma, and complex spine deformity.Dr. Holtzman is passionate about not only treating, but educating his patients about their conditions so that they can make the best decisions together as a team. His goal in his practice is to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to work with his patients to help them achieve their individual goals in treatment and recovery.Dr. Holtzman is a member of the North American Spine Society, AO North America, and has presented his research at national meetings, as well as published and peer-reviewed in scientific journals. He is an Upstate New York native who fell in love with the PNW during his fellowship and is now proud to call the region home. When not working, he can be found with his wife and four children, skiing, sailing, biking, hiking, and enjoying any other outdoor activities. Dr. Holtzman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Cord Abscess, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, and Scoliosis.
Multicare Health System
Abdi Mohit is a Neurosurgery provider in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Mohit is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Mohit is currently accepting new patients.
Daniel Nehls is a Neurosurgery provider in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Nehls is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Subdural Hematoma, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Nehls is currently accepting new patients.
Proliance Southwest Seattle Orthopedics
Brian Jones, DO, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in full spectrum treatment of cervical (neck), thoracic (mid-back) and lumbar spine (low-back) surgery. He also has a clinical interested in knee and shoulder repair and reconstruction, hip, knee, and shoulder replacement, and fracture care.He believes the patient-physician relationship relies on a team approach. Striving for successful results and improving one’s quality of life is an extremely rewarding process for the whole team. His goal is to gather enough information to make the right diagnosis, explore the best treatment options, and develop an individualized treatment plan in collaboration with each patient. Through this personalized approach, he is present at every step of the process so that each patient’s healthcare needs are met with the best possible results. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Coccydynia, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Hip Replacement, and Microdiscectomy.
Multicare Health System
Christopher Smythies is a Neurosurgery provider in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Smythies is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Smythies is currently accepting new patients.
Cascade Trauma And Acute Care Surgery PLLC
Nicholas Harrison is a Physician Assistant in Tacoma, Washington. Mr. Harrison is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Fractured Spine and Cervical Myelopathy. Mr. Harrison is currently accepting new patients.
Amy Diaz is a Nurse Practitioner in Tacoma, Washington. Ms. Diaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Tarlov Cysts, Fractured Spine, Muscle Spasms, and Cervical Myelopathy. Ms. Diaz is currently accepting new patients.
Multicare Health System
Yelena Golub is a Physician Assistant in Tacoma, Washington. Ms. Golub has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. Her top area of expertise is Cervical Myelopathy. Ms. Golub is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Medical Group
Elaine Kiser-Rude is a Physician Assistant in Tacoma, Washington. Ms. Kiser-Rude is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, Fractured Spine, and Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG). Ms. Kiser-Rude is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Medical Group
Katie Krause is a Neurosurgery provider in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Krause is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Lordosis, Spondylolisthesis, Bone Graft, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Krause is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Medical Group
Elizabeth Newkirk is a Physician Assistant in Tacoma, Washington. Ms. Newkirk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Muscle Spasms, Fractured Spine, Cervical Myelopathy, and Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG). Ms. Newkirk is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Medical Group
Rayleen Kirkland is a Physician Assistant in Tacoma, Washington. Ms. Kirkland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Muscle Spasms, Pudendal Neuralgia, Cervical Myelopathy, and Phantom Limb Pain. Ms. Kirkland is currently accepting new patients.
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William Hwang is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Hwang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Stroke, Vertigo, and Herniated Disk.
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Syrone Liu is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Stroke, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Herniated Disk. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.
Union Avenue Open Mri LLC
Michael Wells is a Radiologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Wells is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Herniated Disk, and Diencephalic Syndrome.
Last Updated: 10/30/2025


