The 20 Best Ganglion Cyst Doctors Near Me in Mount Vernon, WA
Find the Top Ganglion Cyst Experts and Specialists
Proliance Surgeons
Dr. Galle developed his passion for hand surgery early in his medical training and enjoys treating patients through a combination of patient-focused care, lifelong learning, and a comprehensive team approach from injury to return to sports. He embodies a firm belief that achieving optimal results will positively impact all areas of patients’ lives – both professionally and recreationally. Dr. Galle is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Synovitis, Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Ganglion Cyst, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Galle is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Galle is currently accepting new patients.
Proliance Surgeons
I am proud to offer the highest quality specialty care of your hand, shoulder and elbow disorders. In addition to caring for such disorders in both the child and the adult, I offer state-of-the-art fracture care, sports medicine and joint replacement surgery of both the upper and lower extremities.I earned my medical degree at the Medical College of Ohio, after which I completed my orthopedic surgical residency training at the University of Washington Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Department. During my training, I served locally at Harborview Medical Center, Children’s Hospital, University of Washington Hospital, and the Seattle Veterans Administration Hospital.After my general orthopedics training, I was accepted at Harvard Medical School’s Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship where I served on the staff of Boston’s Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Children’s Hospital Boston and the VA Boston Healthcare System.During my tenure in Boston, I performed complex adult and pediatric hand and upper extremity surgery, working amongst and learning from world leaders in the subspecialty. While in Boston, I also qualified for and competed in the 114th running of the Boston Marathon.I grew up in Shoreline, WA, and am quite happy to be back in the Pacific Northwest for good. Outside of medicine, I enjoys many sports including skiing, golf, running and tennis. My greatest pride is my wonderful wife and lifetime best friend, Mary, and our wonderful children. Dr. Ruhlman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Dr. Ruhlman is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Ruhlman is currently accepting new patients.
Proliance Surgeons
Dr. Wayne Weil is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty training in hand and elbow surgery. Dr. Weil is well known in the community for his expertise in treating complex conditions of the upper extremity. He sees patients with a wide variety of hand ailments, including carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, sports injuries, Dupuytren’s disease, thumb arthritis, wrist fractures, and more.Dr. Weil is the only physician in the Swedish Hospital system who performs endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery for median nerve compression at the carpal tunnel and endoscopic cubital tunnel release for treatment of ulnar nerve compression at the cubital tunnel. Endoscopic carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel release surgery, like the traditional approaches to carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel surgery, boasts excellent outcomes. The advantages are that the endoscopic approach is minimally invasive, less painful, and allows for a quicker recovery and return to work and sports.Dr. Weil completed his undergraduate education at the University of Pennsylvania. He then worked at the world renowned National Institutes of Health performing research at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. He then completed his medical education and received a Doctorate of Medicine from New York University’s School of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City, New York. While in residency, Dr. Weil completed specialized training in orthopaedic trauma surgery at R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, one of the busiest and most respected trauma centers in the country. He also participated in the orthopedic care of the New York Mets, New York Rangers, New York City Ballet, and Alvin Alley Dance Company.After residency, Dr. Weil went on to complete a Hand and Microvascular Surgery Fellowship at the University of Washington/Harborview Medical Center. Dr. Weil has published several scientific papers and presented his research in the field of upper extremity trauma at national meetings.During his fellowship Dr. Weil and his family fell in love with the Pacific Northwest lifestyle and settled in Seattle after joining Orthopedic Specialists of Seattle. On weekends in the winter, you can find Dr. Weil, his wife, and five kids racing down Crystal Mountain. Dr. Weil enjoys alpine and backcountry skiing, hiking in the mountains, tennis and cycling. He has completed multiple marathons and triathlons including Ironman Canada in Whistler, BC. He has also spent time trekking in the Himalayan Mountains in Nepal, Torres del Paine in Chile, and the Inca Trail in Machu Pichu, Peru. Dr. Weil is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Weil is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Weil is currently accepting new patients.
Orthopedic Physician Associates - First Hill
Dr. Seibert is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in the medical and surgical treatment of injuries, diseases and other conditions of the foot and ankle. His practice offers a wide range of the most up-to-date care for conditions of the lower extremity, from common ailments to complex foot and ankle trauma. Whether injured on the job or on the field, Dr. Seibert is focused on helping you return to the activities you enjoy. Dr. Seibert enjoys working to help heal foot and ankle conditions because of the variety the specialty provides and the opportunity to take care of both young and aging patients. Dr. Seibert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achilles Tendon Rupture, Bunions, Osteochondritis Dissecans, and Osgood-Schlatter Disease. Dr. Seibert is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Seibert is currently accepting new patients.
Proliance Surgeons
Anthony Yi, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon with additional advanced training in foot and ankle surgery. He provides compassionate, thorough, and effective care for all problems involving the foot & ankle. He is committed to providing you with treatment that leads to a complete recovery and life without pain or restrictions through the most effective, safe, high quality, innovative, and state-of-art methods including minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Yi provides both nonoperative and operative treatment strategies for the whole gamut of foot & ankle problems. He also offers numerous less invasive and minimally invasive surgical (MIS) techniques that can lead to faster recovery, lower infection risk, and much smaller scars while still having the same (or better) results compared to more traditional, more invasive techniques.Dr. Yi grew up in Tacoma, WA, where he attended high school at Bellarmine Preparatory School. He graduated as valedictorian and received the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame Scholar-Athlete Award. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Southern California (USC) where he earned degrees in Biological Sciences and Business Administration and achieved summa cum laude. He then earned his medical degree at USC Keck School of Medicine where he was awarded a year of research funding through the Dean’s Research Scholar program and made significant contributions towards the advancement of orthopedic surgery by authoring numerous research publications. Dr. Yi completed his general orthopedic surgery training at the prestigious University of Washington and Harborview Medical Center where he served as the administrative chief resident in addition to honing his surgical skills and clinical acumen under world-renowned leaders in orthopedic surgery. He then selected for additional training at Harvard Brigham & Women’s Hospital, where he honed a diverse set of Foot & Ankle surgical skills under the mentorship of leaders in the field. He is well-trained in procedures ranging from novel minimally invasive techniques to major reconstructive procedures such as total ankle arthroplasty and deformity correction. As Pacific Northwest natives, Dr. Yi and his wife are excited to return to the community in which they cherished their most formative years. Outside of work, he enjoys skiing, cooking, and cycling. Dr. Yi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome, Poland Syndrome, Multiple Pterygium Syndrome, and Multiple Pterygium Syndrome X Linked. Dr. Yi is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Yi is currently accepting new patients.
Orthopedic Physician Associates - First Hill
My approach to patient care is to focus on the best of available options for the patient on an individual basis. My goal is to provide thorough, compassionate and quality care to my patients. When appropriate, I recommend nonoperative over operative treatment. When operative treatment is needed, I believe it should be performed with technical expertise and followed with a tailored rehabilitation program. I have completed subspecialty fellowship training in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. My focus is on athletic injuries and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. As an Orthopaedic Team Physician for the Seattle Seahawks and the Seattle Mariners, I treat professional and other athletes as well as nonathletes. I strive to treat each person with the same level of care. Dr. Khalfayan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, and Osgood-Schlatter Disease. Dr. Khalfayan is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Khalfayan is currently accepting new patients.
Swedish Spine, Sports & Musculoskeletal Medicine - Cherry Hill Jefferson Tower
Dr. Michael S. Erickson is the director of the Swedish Sports Medicine Program Fellowship in Seattle and a sports medicine physician who cares for children and adults. Dr. Erickson is trained to diagnose and treat all musculoskeletal injuries, orthopedic conditions and Sports Concussion. He received his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his Fellowship in Sports Medicine at Rush University. Dr. Erickson is the Head Team Physician for the WNBA Seattle Storm and the NCAA Div. I Seattle University Redhawk’s. He was also selected by Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Erickson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Bursitis, Dupuytren Contracture, and Concussion. Dr. Erickson is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Erickson is currently accepting new patients.
Swedish Pediatric Specialty Care - First Hill
Dr. Rob Weinsheimer has called Seattle home since 2008 when he joined Swedish. With a focus on minimally invasive and neonatal surgery, Dr. Weinsheimer is committed to working with patients and families through a child's surgical experience to minimize stress and empower families to make great choices for their child. Dr. Weinsheimer graduated from Dartmouth Medical School and completed a residency at the University of New Mexico. He then completed his pediatric surgery fellowship at the IWK Hospital in Halifax, Nova Scotia before moving with his family to Seattle to join Swedish Pediatric Specialty Care. Dr. Weinsheimer’s clinical interests include neonatal surgery (surgical care of newborns including premature babies), minimally invasive surgery, care of chest wall anomalies (including pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum), prenatal consultation for fetal anomalies (birth defects), and hernias. As the Director of Swedish Pediatric Surgical Services and an active member of Swedish's pediatric quality improvement team, Dr. Weinsheimer works hard to improve care delivery to children throughout the system. He was most recently designated a 2022 Top Doc for Pediatric General Surgery and has repeatedly been named as a top Doc in Seattle Magazine and Seattle Met magazine. . Dr. Weinsheimer is part of a terrific group at Swedish Pediatric Specialty Care that collaborates to provide team care for children confronted with complex diagnoses including The Chest Anomalies Team at Swedish (lung, esophagus, diaphragm and other congenital malformations of the chest), The Swedish Center for Intestinal Anomalies (including but not limited to anorectal malformations, Hirschsprung’s disease, intestinal malrotation, intestinal atresia and enteric duplications), and the Swedish Chest Wall Improvement Team (dedicated to helping children with pectus excavatum, pectus carinatum, slipped rib syndrome and other chest wall malformations). Dr. Weinsheimer and his partners prioritize access to provide rapid care for children with surgical needs. Dr. Weinsheimer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Atresia of Small Intestine, Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly, Esophageal Atresia, and Appendectomy. Dr. Weinsheimer is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Weinsheimer is currently accepting new patients.
Pacific Medical Centers Specialty Care - Renton
I work to communicate the cause and solutions of each problem to help patients heal. Dr. Alexander's medical interests include: foot and ankle fractures, tendon problems, bunions, hammertoes and deformity reconstruction. Dr. Alexander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bunions, Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, and Fibromatosis. Dr. Alexander is board certified in American Board Of Foot And Ankle Surgery. Dr. Alexander is currently accepting new patients.
Providence Medical Group Mill Creek Campus - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
I have a special interest in caring for patients with cancer or trauma injuries, as well as cosmetic surgeries of the face, neck and body. My goal is to provide patients with the most advanced plastic and reconstructive surgical care available, delivered with empathy and compassion. Dr. Scott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Enlargement In Males, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Dupuytren Contracture. Dr. Scott is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Scott is currently accepting new patients.
Pacific Sound Plastic Surgery
From his small-town roots to Ivy League surgical training, specialization in plastic and facial surgery, and academic practice experience, Dr. Kristopher Day brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to serve patients throughout the East Side, Seattle and Tacoma area through Pacific Sound Plastic Surgery. Dr. Day is double-board certified in plastic, reconstructive and general surgery and has completed a competitive sub-fellowship in pediatric plastic and craniofacial surgery. He has held leadership positions within multiple professional organizations and surgical journals, produced dozens of research conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications, and has participated in multiple service, leadership, and teaching endeavors. Dr. Day looks forward to drawing on this wealth of knowledge and experience to deliver each patientʼs best outcome through a thoughtful and evidence-based approach designed to give each patient a safe and effective result. Focusing on reconstructive and aesthetic surgery of the body, breasts, and face, Dr. Day is dedicated to delivering the highest quality surgical care for all patients. Dr. Day loves the opportunity to address each patientʼs unique concerns with a creative and personalized approach that delivers their best outcome and life enhancement. He feels there is no greater fulfillment than a happy patient feeling theyʼve reached their specific goals. Dr. Day is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Goldenhar Disease, Acrofrontofacionasal Dysostosis Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Day is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Day is currently accepting new patients.
Bellevue Hand Surgery
Dr. Thomas Trumble, M.D. completed medical school at Yale University School of Medicine and he continued his orthopaedic residency at Yale New Haven Hospital. After completing residency training, Dr. Trumble completed a Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship at Duke University in 1984 followed by a Hand and Reconstructive Fellowship at Harvard University at the Massachusetts General Hospital. He taught at Yale University for four years as an assistant professor before moving his family in Seattle to join the University of Washington. For twenty years he served as chief of the hand surgery service and the director of the fellowship training. Because of his interest in bringing specialty hand surgery to the Eastside, Dr. Trumble established an office practice on the Eastside in 1998. In 2010, Dr. Trumble retired from teaching at the University of Washington to focus on patient care based at the Bellevue Hand Surgery with a surgical practice focused at Overlake Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Trumble has also recently been named one of Seattle Met magazine’s Top Doctors for 2011 in the Seattle area. Dr. Trumble is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Scaphoid Non-Union, and Synovial Osteochondromatosis. Dr. Trumble is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Trumble is currently accepting new patients.
Proliance Surgeons
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 a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Synovitis, Dupuytren Contracture, Trigger Thumb, Wrist Arthroscopy, and Trapeziectomy. Dr. Guyette is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery and Added Qualifications In Hand Surgery. Dr. Guyette is currently accepting new patients.
Proliance Surgeons
John Howlett is a Hand Surgeon practicing medicine in Auburn, Washington. Dr. Howlett is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Howlett is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Franciscan Orthopedic Associates At St. Joseph
Neil Shah, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a subspecialty in hand surgery. Dr. Shah believes communication and education are key to caring for patients effectively. He listens to the concerns of his patients and, together, formulates a treatment plan. His practice is innovative, focusing on constantly improving and adapting new techniques to better patient care. He relies on patient-oriented problem-solving to elucidate medical mysteries and enhance perspective.Dr. Shah has a biomedical engineering background and has interest in the latest technological advances of the orthopedic field. He performs stitchless, minimally invasive endoscopic carpal tunnel release as well as complex hand and wrist surgeries. He also offers the latest shoulder and wrist arthroscopy techniques including rotator cuff repair, along with custom shoulder replacement with preoperative 3D CT planning.Away from work, he enjoys basketball, swimming, hiking and sightseeing. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Synovitis. Dr. Shah is board certified in American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery and American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery, Subspecialty In Surgery Of The Hand. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.
Proliance Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Redmond
Dr. Robon did his undergraduate work at the University of Pennsylvania and graduated from medical school at The Ohio State University. He completed his fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at the University of Rochester Strong Memorial Hospital. Earlier, in his years as a competitive All-American swimmer, Dr. Robon endured years of medical treatment for multiple orthopaedic 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, this not only results in the treatment of the immediate problem, but hopefully, helps to avoid future injuries and pain. Additionally, Dr. Robon is married and has three sons. He and his wife enjoy exploring the great outdoors by skiing, hiking, golfing and trail running in the Cascades. Dr. Robon is Board-certified in Hand and Orthopedic Surgery. He treats patients with all types of orthopaedic fractures in addition to his specialty focus in hand and upper extremity surgery. Dr. Robon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigger Thumb, Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Dr. Robon is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Robon is currently accepting new patients.
Proliance Surgeons
Alan Thomas is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Thomas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, and Rhizarthrosis. Dr. Thomas is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.
Proliance Surgeons
Todd Havener is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Everett, Washington. Dr. Havener is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, and Dupuytren Contracture. Dr. Havener is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Havener is currently accepting new patients.
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Kurt Allen Anderson, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand, upper extremity and microvascular surgery. In his practice, he strives to treat his patients as though they are his family. Dr. Anderson is on the clinical faculty for the Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine at the University of Washington. He currently lives in Bellevue where he enjoys outdoor activities with his wife and two children. Dr. Anderson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Dr. Anderson is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Anderson is currently accepting new patients.
Proliance Surgeons
Charles A. Peterson II, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty interest and extensive experience in knee and hip replacement, sports medicine, and shoulder surgery. He has been in practice since 1996.Dr. Peterson believes it is important to listen to his patients, and fully answer their questions. He takes care to understand how an injury or condition is affecting each patient's daily life and activities, and craft a a treatment plan specifically suited to that patient. During his training at the Mayo Clinic and Hospital for Special Surgery (New York), he was a team physician for the New York Mets, New York Giants, the Association of Tennis Professionals, and St. John's University.Dr. Peterson also has helped lead Proliance Surgeons, sitting on the Board of Directors from 2004 until 2021, and holding the positions of President and Chairman from 2014 to 2022. He also served as interim CEO from 2017 to 2019, and in 2021.A lifelong athlete, Dr. Peterson and his wife enjoy all forms of outdoor sports and activities in the Great Northwest. This dovetails nicely with his love of photography. Dr. Peterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ganglion Cyst. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Peterson is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Peterson is currently accepting new patients.
Last Updated: 04/28/2026



















