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

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Kyphosis, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Richard Wohns is a Neurosurgery provider in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Wohns is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Wohns is currently accepting new patients.

Megan L. Charboneau, MD, is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) with a subspecialty certification in sports medicine. She has special interest in injuries unique to the female athlete, diagnostic and interventional musculoskeletal ultrasound, and non-operative treatment of musculoskeletal injuries of the shoulder, elbow, pelvis, hip, knee, and ankle including chronic tendon disorders. Her goal is to involve patients in their treatment plan, provide individualized care and return them back to their desired level of activity. Dr. Charboneau is one of few physicians in the area to offer TENEX – a breakthrough technology for the treatment of chronic tendon pain.Dr. Charboneau grew up in Missouri where she completed medical school and her PM&R residency. She moved to Milwaukee, WI, to complete her sports medicine fellowship and joined the orthopedic department at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Most recently, Dr. Charboneau relocated to the Pacific Northwest to be near family and enjoys exploring the area with her husband, daughter and son. Dr. Charboneau is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Tennis Elbow.

Scott Walker is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Walker is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Invertebral Disc Disease, Stroke, and Vertigo.

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 Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Farah Saleem, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering comprehensive primary care for adults, from chronic disease management to preventive care. She practices with empathy and excellence.Dr. Saleem is a member of the American Medical Association and American College of Physicians.Away from work, Dr. Saleem enjoys traveling and spending time with family. Dr. Saleem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), High Cholesterol, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Obesity.

Kam Vaziri, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering patient-centered primary care for adults.Dr. Vaziri believes all patients deserve to be treated as he would treat a family member, with respect and a high quality of care. His practice is based heavily on the four pillars of bioethics: autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence and justice. He is particularly interested in providing care to underserved communities.Dr. Vaziri is a member of the American College of Physicians.Outside of work, he enjoys tennis, soccer and backpacking globally. Dr. Vaziri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.

Dr. Sandall received her medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. She completed her medical residency at the San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Consortium in San Antonio, Texas, and is board certified in internal medicine.While in the Air Force, Dr. Sandall received medals for Meritorious Service and Achievement. She is a member of the American College of Physicians.Dr. Sandall enjoys outdoor recreation, particularly long walks, and is an avid leisure reader. Dr. Sandall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Kenneth Nwosu is a Neurosurgery provider in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Nwosu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Nwosu is currently accepting new patients.

Justin Waters is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Waters is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Stroke, Headache, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

Neal Shonnard is an Orthopedics provider in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Shonnard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. Dr. Shonnard is currently accepting new patients.

Cynthia Hill-Garner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bonney Lake, Washington. Dr. Hill-Garner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Congenital Hypothyroidism, Transient Familial Hyperbilirubinemia, Thyroid Dysgenesis, and Newborn Jaundice. Dr. Hill-Garner is currently accepting new patients.

Robert Corliss is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Sumner, Washington. Dr. Corliss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Obesity in Children. Dr. Corliss is currently accepting new patients.

Kathy Wang is a Pain Medicine provider in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, and Cervical Spondylosis. Dr. Wang is currently accepting new patients.

Nicholas Krause is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Krause is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), CAPOS Syndrome, Headache, and Stroke.

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 Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Franceschina is currently accepting new patients.

Donald Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Restless Legs Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Insomnia, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

John Smoots is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Smoots is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Osteoporosis. Dr. Smoots 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 Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Disc Surgery, and Herniated Disc Surgery.