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.

Ashit C. Patel, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in surgery of the spine. He treats all spine problems, including the neck and lower back, with special interest in deformity surgery for conditions such as scoliosis.After completing medical school and doing his orthopedic residency at the University of Bombay in India, he obtained further training in Sydney, Australia before moving to the U.S. in 1995. He did another orthopedic residency and got further training in spine surgery at University of Kentucky Medical Center before moving to Seattle in 2003. Dr. Patel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

Kashish Goyal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kent, Washington. Dr. Goyal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Obesity, Sciatica, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Goyal 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.

Nicholas Clark, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery for patients with cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine disorders. After completing his undergraduate and medical school training at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, he was selected for Orthopedic Surgery residency at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN which is consistently ranked as a top residency program in the country. Dr. Clark completed an additional year of sub-specialized fellowship training in spine surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City to master the latest surgical techniques from some of the world's top spine surgeons, including Dr. Todd Albert, Dr. Frank Schwab, Dr. Sheeraz Qureshi, and Dr. Han Jo Kim. He has published extensively in the field of spine and orthopedics with more than 20 published articles and book chapters and has given numerous presentations on his research to other spine surgeons nationally and internationally. Dr. Clark treats every patient as he would his own family and tries to avoid surgery whenever possible to get patients back to doing the activities they enjoy. When surgery is required, Dr. Clark uses his training in minimally invasive techniques, when applicable, to provide cutting-edge care, giving patients the best outcome while minimizing pain. As not all patients are candidates for minimally invasive procedures, he is also adept at performing conventional spine surgery. Outside of medicine, Dr. Clark enjoys spending time with his wife, enjoying the outdoors in the Seattle area. He enjoys downhill skiing, water skiing, camping, fishing, hockey, and cycling. Dr. Clark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Herniated Disk, Spondylolisthesis, Hip Replacement, and Spinal Fusion.

Peters T. Otlans, MD, MPH, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine injuries, arthroscopic surgery, shoulder and knee replacement surgery and fracture care. He performs arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, knee, hip, and elbow, addressing cartilage, ligament, and tendon injuries in a minimally invasive fashion. Dr. Otlans believes in the importance of building relationships and earning trust with his patients. He focuses on developing individualized care plans after listening carefully to his patient's needs and goals and clearly communicating all treatment options. Dr. Otlans grew up in Washington State and has a passion for international medical work and orthopedic research. Prior to returning to the community, he served as an assistant team physician with Portland State athletics and then with Philadelphia's professional and college sports teams. He serves as team orthopedic surgeon for Highline Public Schools and an editor of Arthroscopy</em> and the American Journal of Sports Medicine</em>, the premier orthopedic sports medicine journals in the country. Dr. Otlans is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Small Patella Syndrome, Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Osteotomy.

Daniel Oh, MD, is a double board-certified interventional pain management physician and physiatrist who provides skilled care of painful conditions. As a greater Seattle area native, he is honored to serve the community that he has always called home.Dr. Oh attended Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, where he earned both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Molecular & Cellular Biology. He then returned home to complete his medical degree at the University of Washington School of Medicine.Following medical school, Dr. Oh did his Physiatry residency in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian – Columbia & Cornell, affiliated with Hospital for Special Surgery and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Oh’s strong interest in pain medicine led him to complete an interventional and multidisciplinary pain management fellowship at Northwestern University and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago, which has been consistently ranked the top rehab hospital in the country.Dr. Oh aims to treat every patient as he would his own family member and provides individualized care. He emphasizes a comprehensive approach to reduce pain, reclaim function, and improve quality of life. This may include non-surgical methods such as lifestyle modifications, exercise, bracing, and medications. When necessary, he offers minimally-invasive procedures such as injections, radiofrequency ablation, spinal cord stimulation, peripheral nerve stimulation, kyphoplasty, minimally-invasive spine interventions, regenerative medicine, among many other cutting-edge therapies. He has also authored numerous peer-reviewed research articles and book chapters as well as presented at national conferences.In his free time, Dr. Oh enjoys spending time with his family, exploring restaurants, playing or watching soccer, and hiking.He looks forward to partnering with you to manage your pain. Dr. Oh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Wallerian Degeneration, Giant Axonal Neuropathy, Pudendal Neuralgia, and Femoral Nerve Dysfunction.

Irene Young is a Physiatrist in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Young is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Scoliosis, and Herniated Disk. Dr. Young is currently accepting new patients.

Jonah Hulst, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement surgery. His clinical focus includes: primary joint replacement of the hip and knee, revision joint replacement of the hip and knee, partial replacement of the knee, anterior hip replacement, minimally invasive surgical techniques, and rapid recovery protocols.  In addition to his special interest in joint replacement, Dr. Hulst performs some fracture care and general orthopedics.Dr. Hulst attended medical school and took his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of California, San Diego. He completed a joint reconstruction fellowship at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, where he trained with internationally recognized leaders in joint replacement.Dr. Hulst believes it's important to consider each patient's unique goals and expectations. He wants his patients to play a key role in the decision-making process, educating them on both surgical and non-surgical treatment options in order for them to make informed healthcare choices.Dr. Hulst enjoys spending time with his wife, Jennifer, and two children. His interests include snowboarding, skiing, water-skiing, and camping. Dr. Hulst is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Hip Resurfacing.

Christopher Boone, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in complex fracture care as well as disorders of the hip and pelvis. Dr. Boone has strong ties to the Northwest. After playing two years of collegiate basketball, he finished his undergraduate degree in Biology at Western Washington University in Bellingham. He attended medical school at the University of Washington in Seattle and then completed his orthopedic residency at Beaumont Hospital in Michigan. After residency, Dr. Boone went on to complete subspecialty training in Traumatology and Hip and Pelvic Reconstruction at Stanford University in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Boone has notable experience in the care of all types of fractures as well as treatment of complex hip disorders such as osteoarthritis, hip dysplasia, Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), and labral tears. He has extensive training in complex hip surgery including peri-acetabular osteotomies, hip arthroscopy and labral repair, surgical hip dislocations, and minimally invasive anterior hip replacement surgery. He is also experienced in treating difficult nonunions and malunions as well as osteomyelitis or post-operative infections. Dr. Boone has also been a productive research scientist, presenting his work at national meetings and publishing articles in national and international medical journals. Dr. Boone’s outside interests include skiing and the occasional basketball pickup game. He and his wife Carmen Betz-Boone, also a native Washingtonian and longtime member of the Washington wine community, live in Redmond and spend much of their free time playing with their two boys. Special interests: Fractures of the upper extremity and lower extremity as well as fractures of the pelvis and acetabulum, non-unions, mal-unions, and bone infections, as well as disorders of the hip including femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), dysplasia, labral pathology, and treatment of hip arthritis with the minimally invasive anterior approach. Dr. Boone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Coccydynia, Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Trevor Scott, MD, is a Fellow of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. He also serves as the Director of the Total Joint Program at Overlake Hospital. He specializes in adult reconstruction of the hip and knee and general orthopaedics. Dr. Scott’s area of special focus includes treatment of hip and knee arthritis including complex deformity hip and knee reconstruction, revision arthroplasty; computer navigated joint reconstruction and partial knee replacement. He also focuses on pediatric orthopaedics, fracture care and knee arthroscopy. Dr. Scott derives great personal and professional satisfaction from helping patients regain their mobility.Dr. Scott did his undergraduate work at Williams College in Williamstown, MA and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BA in Biology. While at Williams Dr. Scott was a 4-year varsity letter winner in men’s lacrosse and was selected to the Academic All NESCAC team as a senior. He then completed his medical degree at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York City and went on to an Orthopaedic Surgery residency at UCLA. Following residency Dr. Scott completed a fellowship in Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City; one of the most highly regarded fellowship programs in the world. There he learned the most up to date techniques in both operative and non-operative treatment of hip and knee deformity and arthritis.He has recently published articles in The Journal of Arthroplasty, Spine, The Spine Journal and the American Chemical Society Nano Journal. As a resident he was honored with the Resident Research Award by the California Orthopaedic Association and has lectured on multiple topics including periprosthetic fracture after total hip replacement, dual mobility liners and safe return to driving after surgery. In total Dr. Scott has authored over 15 peer-reviewed papers on orthopaedics and has also authored textbook chapters on advanced techniques in total knee arthroplasty and shoulder surgery.In addition to playing collegiate lacrosse Dr. Scott also competed in one season of collegiate cross-country. After college he won a club men’s national championship while playing lacrosse in medical school and participated in men’s rugby. Dr. Scott continues to enjoy running, weight training and cross fit. He is also an avid skier and especially enjoys backcountry skiing. With his wife he enjoys backpacking, fly fishing, and surfing. He wants to help his patients live an active lifestyle. Dr. Scott and his wife are extremely excited to be in the Seattle area where they can enjoy the many outdoor opportunities available and raise a family. Dr. Scott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Silas Marshall, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in orthopedic trauma and fracture care as well as general orthopedics, including hip and knee reconstruction. While he is trained in the repair of all fractures of the pelvis and extremities, He has a special interest in complex periarticular fractures and fracture nonunion and malunion work. He finds great satisfaction in helping his patients return to pre-injury activity levels.Dr. Marshall received his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine, graduating with membership to the Alpha Omega Alpha honors society. He completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Connecticut where he received the Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma “Best Teaching Resident” award. He went on to complete his fellowship in Orthopaedic Trauma at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Marshall is a published author on the topic of orthopaedic trauma in several texts and has lectured on many topics related to orthopaedic trauma and bone healing.Dr. Marshall is a published author on the topic of orthopedic trauma and has lectured on orthopedic trauma and bone healing. He was a collegiate athlete at Middlebury College in Vermont, competing in cross country as well as indoor and outdoor track and field. He enjoys skiing, golf, woodworking, and cooking. He and his wife have two children. Dr. Marshall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Osteotomy.

Jeffrey L. Garr, MD, practices treatment of all surgical conditions of the neck and spine, including fractures, deformities, tumors, degenerative arthritic conditions, disk herniations, stenosis, and infection. He and his spine care team are dedicated to diagnosing and treating surgical conditions of the spine, in order to help his very large spectrum of patients feel better, work better, and enjoy life more.Dr. Garr has been a volunteer leader for the YMCA youth program and coaches basketball at the Boys and Girls Club. He has served as the Assistant Chief of Orthopedics at Swedish Medical Center and is a past member of their Surgical Quality Review Committee. He enjoys basketball, snow sports, and water sports. He values time spent with his wife and their three children. Dr. Garr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

Alexis Falicov, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty training in spine surgery. He has a particular interest in minimally invasive surgery, spine tumors, and complex spine deformity. He has extensive experience in general orthopedics, trauma and fracture care, and total joint replacement of the hip, knee, and shoulder. He combines extensive education, distinguished awards and honors and research in science and mathematics, specifically chemistry and physics, in his orthopedic practice.Dr. Falicov believes in a comprehensive, analytical approach to spine and orthopedic problems. He uses both non-operative and operative techniques to achieve the optimal outcome for patients with an emphasis on the least invasive method to achieve an excellent outcome. He is a strong advocate for patient education and autonomy.He enjoys living in the greater Seattle area with his wife and their two children. He is fluent in Spanish and American Sign Language. He also speaks French and Mandarin Chinese. Dr. Falicov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

William Anderson is a Physiatrist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, and Chronic Pain. Dr. Anderson is currently accepting new patients.

Matthew Hallowell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Renton, Washington. Dr. Hallowell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Hallowell is currently accepting new patients.

Dina Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Renton, Washington. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Malignant Otitis Externa, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Nguyen is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Schlitt is a Neurosurgery provider in Renton, Washington. Dr. Schlitt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Stroke, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Schlitt is currently accepting new patients.

David Lundin is a Neurosurgery provider in Renton, Washington. Dr. Lundin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Laminectomy. Dr. Lundin 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 Invertebral Disc Disease. 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.