MediFind found 74 doctor with experience in Frozen Shoulder near Federal Way, WA. Of these, 61 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.
Michael Franceschina is an Orthopedics specialist and a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Franceschina is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Franceschina is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Medical Group
Praveen Kanneganti is an Orthopedics specialist and a Sports Medicine provider in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Kanneganti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Kanneganti is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Medical Group
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 Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Sciatica, and Osteomyelitis in Children. Dr. Eager is currently accepting new patients.
Multicare Health System
Kristina Welton is an Orthopedics provider in Auburn, Washington. Dr. Welton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. Her top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Frozen Shoulder, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Welton is currently accepting new patients.
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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 a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.
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W. Barrett Payne, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a special interest in knee, hip, and shoulder arthroscopy including complex reconstruction, repair of ligament, tendon, and rotator cuff injuries.As a physician and surgeon, Dr. Payne feels a profound responsibility to provide the best possible care for every patient he has the privilege to serve. He accomplishes this by communicating clearly, being an empathetic provider, using sound judgment, and involving his patients in the decision-making process. He uses the best technical skills with the latest and most advanced technologies. He strives to always make himself available to answer questions and address concerns throughout the treatment process. Dr. Payne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.
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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 Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Baker Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.
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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 Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Hip Replacement.
Franciscan Medical Group
Eric Alyea is an Orthopedics provider in Burien, Washington. Dr. Alyea is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Frozen Shoulder. Dr. Alyea is currently accepting new patients.
Multicare Health System
John Hung is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Hung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Frozen Shoulder, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Hung is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Medical Group
Amardeep Gill is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Gill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Gill is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Medical Group
Brendon Hutchinson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Hutchinson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Meige Disease. Dr. Hutchinson is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Medical Group
Nawang Sherpa is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Sherpa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Sherpa 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 Frozen Shoulder. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Cirrhosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Polistico is currently accepting new patients.
Franciscan Medical Group
Larisa Martin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Burien, Washington. Dr. Martin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Martin is currently accepting new patients.
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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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Gorham's Disease, Hajdu-Cheney Syndrome, and Hip Replacement.
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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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder, Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, and Tennis Elbow.
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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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, and Rhizarthrosis.
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Patrick Vaughan, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in the care and education of the amateur, professional and weekend athlete. He utilizes both non-operative as well as surgical care in order to restore his patients' function and return them to the activities they love.Dr. Vaughan has been practicing orthopedic surgery in the South Sound for over 15 years. He is the medical director and team orthopedic surgeon for the Tacoma Rainiers (AAA franchise of the Seattle Mariners), and provides sports medicine coverage for Gig Harbor High School. He is the current team orthopedic surgeon for the University of Puget Sound and has worked with all of the school's varsity sports teams for over a dozen years. He served in the U.S. Navy from 2001-2005 at the Naval Hospital Pensacola as an orthopedic surgeon.He enjoys outdoor activities, such as hiking, skiing, and golf, spending time with his family, and playing sports with his two teenagers. Dr. Vaughan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Knock Knees, Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.
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Robert C. Vercio, MD, is fellowship trained in all aspects of surgery in the hand, elbow and shoulder. He completed the Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He is passionate about patient education and partnering with patients, working together to help them make the best treatment decisions. He is skilled in ultrasound of the upper extremity for diagnosis and treatments and is co-author of a textbook to assist other physicians with these useful exams and techniques. Dr. Vercio has also spent time in developing countries from Nepal to Haiti and plans to continue helping those in need.Dr. Vercio is a South Sound native who grew up in Gig Harbor and is excited to be back in the PNW. When not mending bones in need, he enjoys chasing around his small family, spending time on the water, artisan bread baking and photography. Dr. Vercio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.
Last Updated: 10/30/2025








