Jason Thompson, MD, is board certified and is a fellowship-trained spine surgeon who specializes in the care of patients with simple or complex problems of the neck or back. As an expert in the care of the spine, he may prescribe treatments including physical therapy, spinal injections, medications or massage, or he may perform surgical procedures including decompression, disc replacement, scoliosis correction or spinal fusion. He has special interests in treating young adults with scoliosis and in using cutting-edge technology to reduce the "footprint" of spinal surgery.He serves as Medical Director of The Spine Center, which allows him to improve his patients' experience as they move through the office, hospital, and rehabilitation phases of treatment. Coordinating and collaborating with other experts, such as therapists, radiologists, and physiatrists, he utilizes the strengths of a team approach to help his patients reach their goals.Recognizing that each patient is unique, he helps each person develop an individualized treatment plan. Whether a patient comes to him with leg cramps from stenosis or a numb arm from a blown-out disc in the neck, his goal is helping people regain their maximum potential. He believes in the power and success of an accurate diagnosis, rapid, individualized treatment, and multi-modality rehabilitative care. Patients frequently refer their families and friends to Dr. Thompson, and he believes there is no greater compliment than a satisfied patient saying, "Thanks! I’ll send my family to you."A Florida native, he has embraced the beauty of the Pacific Northwest and enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, sailing and skiing. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Kyphosis, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Rachel Wheeler is an Orthopedics provider in Bonney Lake, Washington. Dr. Wheeler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Sciatica, Spondylolisthesis, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Wheeler is currently accepting new patients.

Christopher Howe, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained spine surgeon who specializes in a wide array of spine care ranging from degenerative conditions to spine trauma and metastatic disease. He practices at POA's Renton and Covington locations. He has a clinical focus on simple and complex surgical care of the spine and general orthopedic fracture management.Dr. Howe's goal is to educate patients and allow them to make an informed decision about their care and treatment options. He serves as a member on the Industrial Insurance Medical Advisory Committee for the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.Away from orthopedics, he enjoys spending time with his family as well as backcountry skiing, cycling, running, and international travel. Dr. Howe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Disc Surgery, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

Erik Novak, MD, PhD, is board-certified and a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon providing surgical and non-surgical treatment of foot and ankle conditions. He also specializes in general orthopedics and the treatment of fractures. He believes that taking the time to explain to patients their musculoskeletal conditions and treatment choices allows for a faster recovery and return to the activities and sports they enjoy.He serves as the team physician for the Thunderbirds hockey team and has international experience as a volunteer with Orthopaedics Overseas in Mthatha, South Africa. Outside of medicine, he enjoys spending time with his family. He also takes part in outdoor recreational activities and traveling. Dr. Novak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Metatarsalgia, and Hip Replacement.

Alan Barronian, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a special interest in joint replacements of the hip, knee, and shoulder including minimally invasive hip and knee replacements. He also has a special interest in sports injuries including ligament reconstruction, foot and ankle reconstruction, and fracture care. He believes that physicians and patients need to be a team during treatment. His goal is to carefully listen to his patients, determine what the problem is, and then discuss options for treatment. This way he and his patients can formulate a plan and work together to cure the problem. Treatment is frequently non-surgical but if surgery is needed he will walk through that process with each patient. Dr. Barronian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Baker Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Andrew Park is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Covington, Washington. Dr. Park is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Metatarsalgia, Morton Neuroma, Fibromatosis, and Ledderhose Disease. Dr. Park is currently accepting new patients.

Ryan Bierman is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Covington, Washington. Dr. Bierman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Plantar Fasciitis, Fibromatosis, Ledderhose Disease, and Ingrown Toenail. Dr. Bierman is currently accepting new patients.

Heather Salton is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Kent, Washington. Dr. Salton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Corns and Calluses, Fungal Nail Infection, Foot Drop, and Ingrown Toenail.

Robert Eager is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Eager is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Sciatica, and Osteomyelitis in Children. Dr. Eager is currently accepting new patients.

Erin Mclaughlin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Renton, Washington. Dr. Mclaughlin has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Obesity in Children. Dr. Mclaughlin is currently accepting new patients.

Robert Carlson is an Orthopedics provider in Auburn, Washington. Dr. Carlson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Foot Drop, Tenosynovitis, and Bursitis. Dr. Carlson is currently accepting new patients.

Padhma Venkitapathy is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Renton, Washington. Dr. Venkitapathy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Ingrown Toenail, Bunions, Flat Feet, and Athlete's Foot. Dr. Venkitapathy is currently accepting new patients.

Nick Dang is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Renton, Washington. Dr. Dang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Corns and Calluses, Fungal Nail Infection, and Ledderhose Disease. Dr. Dang is currently accepting new patients.

Mark Lewis is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Renton, Washington. Dr. Lewis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Bursitis of the Heel, Tendinitis, Metatarsalgia, and Morton Neuroma. Dr. Lewis is currently accepting new patients.

Derek Wood is a Neurologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Wood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Migraine, and Bell's Palsy. Dr. Wood is currently accepting new patients.

Wojciech Gryc is a Neurologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Gryc is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Essential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia. Dr. Gryc is currently accepting new patients.

Jennifer Zumsteg is a Physiatrist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Zumsteg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Dysarthria, Alien Hand Syndrome, Hemiplegia, and Apraxia. Dr. Zumsteg is currently accepting new patients.

Sargon Bet-Shlimon is a Neurologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Bet-Shlimon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Encephalitis, and Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). Dr. Bet-Shlimon is currently accepting new patients.

Zachary Stanfield is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Bonney Lake, Washington. Dr. Stanfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Metatarsalgia, Ingrown Toenail, and Ledderhose Disease. Dr. Stanfield is currently accepting new patients.

Sophia Cheng is a Neurologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Cheng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Peripheral Neuropathy, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease. Dr. Cheng is currently accepting new patients.