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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Hip Replacement.

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 Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, and Rhizarthrosis.

Matthew J. Robon, MD, is board-certified in hand and orthopedic surgery. He treats patients with all types of orthopedic fractures in addition to his specialty focus in hand and upper extremity surgery.In his years as a competitive All-American swimmer, he endured years of medical treatment for multiple orthopedic injuries. These experiences shaped his practice philosophy today: good patient care involves making accurate and timely diagnoses, but equally important is treating patients with respect and compassion. By helping his patients understand their problem, he can treat the immediate problem and hopefully help them avoid future injuries and pain.Dr. Robon is married and has three sons. He and his wife enjoy exploring the great outdoors by hiking, golfing, and trail running in the Cascades. Dr. Robon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Trigger Thumb, Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Igor Uritskiy is a Physiatrist in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Uritskiy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Sciatica, Scoliosis, and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Dr. Uritskiy is currently accepting new patients.

Grant R. Lohse, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery. He cares for both adults and children. In addition to general orthopedics, he specializes in upper extremity nerve problems, tendon and ligament injuries, fractures, and arthritis.Dr. Lohse grew up in Indiana. He received his bachelor's of science in Mechanical Engineering, graduating with highest honors, from Purdue University. He went on to attend medical school at Northwestern University where he graduated Alpha Omega Alpha (highest honors). Dr. Lohse completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Washington before going onto subspecialty training in hand and upper extremity surgery at Vanderbilt University.His care philosophy is centered on education. He believes patients are best able to participate in their care when they thoroughly understand their problem and treatment options. He feels strongly that treatment must be individualized, as the same condition may affect two people very differently.Dr. Lohse enjoys spending time with this wife and three children. He also enjoys running, skiing (snow and water), hiking, and camping. Dr. Lohse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Dupuytren Contracture, Trigger Thumb, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Hip Replacement.

Samuel E. Galle, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a clinical focus on hand, wrist and upper extremity surgery, which includes sports injuries, osteoarthritis, fractures, nerve issues, and comprehensive elbow to fingertips healthcare. In his practice, he strives to work together with the patient to achieve a desired goal. This includes providing the patient with information about their condition and then defining treatment options. He enjoys a variety of outdoor activities in his free time including playing soccer, snowboarding and camping. Dr. Galle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Ganglion Cyst, and Tenosynovitis.

With a clinical practice that spans the range of upper extremity pathology, Todd M. Guyette, MD, has advanced training and interest in the newest techniques for hand and upper extremity pathology. Surgery remains only one pillar of treatment, and many of these diagnoses can be successfully managed without surgery through a coordinated approach that includes therapy, medications, and patient education.Dr. Guyette's clinical focus is on the surgical and nonsurgical treatment of complex hand and wrist trauma, nerve compression syndromes of the upper extremity with minimally invasive endoscopic techniques, wrist and digit arthroscopy, arthritis of the hand and wrist, Dupuytren's contracture, as well as skin and soft tissue problems.His years in practice has solidified his patient philosophy that the localized problems of the upper extremity affect the whole patient, including their work, recreational activities, and even simple daily tasks. He believes that each patient's treatment must be undertaken with an understanding of that context.Dr. Guyette lives on the Eastside with his wife and two daughters. Dr. Guyette is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Dupuytren Contracture, Trigger Thumb, Wrist Arthroscopy, and Trapeziectomy.

Nathan Bowers, MD, is originally from Peoria, Illinois. He spent summers growing up working on his grandpa's farm and learned that he loves working with his hands. He has been going to the Rocky Mountain West for several weeks each year since he was five to ski, raft, and enjoy the outdoors. Dr. Bowers is so excited to be permanently located in the Northwest to enjoy all it has to offer. Dr. Bowers' philosophy as a doctor is that he wants to provide the highest quality, evidence-based care for his patients. He advises patients as he would a family member and helps guide them to the decision that fits them best. He wants to be able to care for all of his patient's upper extremity problems from shoulder to fingertip.His advice to patients regarding maintaining a healthy lifestyle is that it is important to stay active and moving. The time to seek care is when the problem is interfering with work or recreation. Dr. Bowers loves his job because he gets to help people get back to their occupation, their hobbies, and the things that make life worth living.In his free time, Dr. Bowers loves spending time with his wife, a pediatrician, and son, exploring the outdoors, and trying new cuisines and foods. Dr. Bowers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Dupuytren Contracture, and Trigger Thumb.

Niket Shrivastava, MD, is board-certified in orthopedics with a special focus on hand and wrist surgery. In addition to his clinical experience, he has substantial research experience including serving as a postdoctoral research fellow in the Department of Orthopaedics at Columbia University and a research assistant in both the Department of Orthopaedics and Center for Bioengineering at University of Washington. Dr. Shrivastava is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Trigger Thumb, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Frozen Shoulder, and Hip Replacement.

Eric Puttler, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who performs anterior approach total hip arthroplasty, knee arthroplasty, knee arthroscopy to include ACL reconstruction, shoulder arthroscopy to include rotator cuff repair, and provides fracture care to include distal radius fractures, collarbone fractures, and proximal humerus fractures. After completing his residency in orthopedic surgery he had several duty assignment in the US Army, including a year in Iraq in command of a Forward Surgical Team. Dr. Puttler has three beautiful daughters who keep him and his wife busy. He enjoys snow skiing, waterskiing, and all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Dr. Puttler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Andrew Chrisman, MD, is a board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist (also known as a physiatrist) with additional board certification in electrodiagnostic medicine and sub-specialty training in interventional spine procedures for pain.Dr. Chrisman grew up in Southwest Michigan and attended Michigan State University. Growing up he was an avid sports enthusiast lettering in soccer, hockey, and tennis in high school. After college he worked at a ski resort in Colorado for two years before attending medical school in Boston, where he met his wife. He returned to Michigan for residency and fellowship and has lived in Edmonds for the past five years. In his free time, he enjoys exploring the Pacific Northwest with his wife, two young sons and their dog Lucy. Dr. Chrisman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Spinal Stenosis, Bursitis, and Herniated Disk.

John Howlett, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with a special interest in fracture care. He has completed additional fellowship training in hand and upper extremity surgery, including trauma, reconstruction, pediatric as well as microvascular surgery.He likes to remind himself that the origin of the Latin word “doctor” is “teacher,” and he considers it an important part of his role as a doctor to educate his patients about the conditions that are affecting them. He believes an informed and knowledgeable patient can participate more effectively in his or her own healing. As a former teacher who holds a master’s degree in education, Dr. Howlett deeply enjoys this aspect of working with patients.One of the experiences that shaped his career trajectory was his work as a counselor at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, founded by Paul Newman for children with cancer and other blood-related disorders. Witnessing the courage and energy of these children convinced him that healing involves more than medication and surgery. This experience led him to pursue his medical degree, where he saw an opportunity to combine his interest in caring for people with his passion for teaching.Having grown up in Washington enjoying hiking, backpacking, sailing, and canoeing, Dr. Howlett was eager to return to the Northwest for his residency and fellowship training. He now shares these same passions with his family. He and his wife both played soccer in college and can be found cheering on their two daughters at soccer games on the weekends. Dr. Howlett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Hip Replacement.

Jordan Orr is a Physiatrist and a Pediatric Sports Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Orr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. Her top areas of expertise are Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction and Tendinitis. Dr. Orr is currently accepting new patients.

Brian Snitily is a Physiatrist and a Sports Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Snitily is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Snitily is currently accepting new patients.

Katherine Bonsell is a Neurologist in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Bonsell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Memory Loss, Headache, and Seizures.

Michael Mullin is a Physiatrist in Yakima, Washington. Dr. Mullin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Hemiplegia, Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, and Infantile Axonal Neuropathy.

Joseph Duong is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Duong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. 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.

Steven Fowler is a Physiatrist in Wenatchee, Washington. Dr. Fowler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Cervical Spondylosis. Dr. Fowler is currently accepting new patients.

Avi Goodman is an Orthopedics specialist and a Hand Surgeon in Monroe, Washington. Dr. Goodman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Goodman is currently accepting new patients.

Ross Smith is a Neurologist in Vancouver, Washington. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Migraine. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.