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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder, Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, and Tennis Elbow.

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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.

Joshua Johnston is an Orthopedics provider in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Johnston is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Osteonecrosis, Heavy Metal Poisoning, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Johnston is currently accepting new patients.

Scott Yang is a Pediatric Orthopedics specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Yang has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD), Collins Pope Syndrome, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Yang is currently accepting new patients.

Bill K. Huang, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in hip and knee arthritis, total and partial joint replacement, robotic/computer assisted joint replacement surgery. He is committed to helping his patients become informed and more confident about the range of treatments available for their arthritis. His goal is to provide a world-class, cutting-edge treatment option for his patients with hip and knee arthritis.Dr. Huang is a clinical professor in the recently established Washington State University, The Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine. He provides clinical instruction for medical students in the field of orthopedic surgery.Dr. Huang enjoys golfing, traveling, and cooking. Dr. Huang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Osteonecrosis, Bursitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Sean Haloman, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in hip preservation, sports medicine and arthroscopic/minimally-invasive surgery of the shoulder, hip, elbow and knee. He also performs surgery for general orthopedic conditions and trauma.Dr. Haloman understands the impact and devastation that injuries and pain have on all aspects of life. He works together with his patients to develop evidence-based treatment plans that suit the goals and needs of each patient. He strives to ensure that his patients not only return to their previous performance or activity level but are also less likely to be reinjured.Dr. Haloman has a personal interest in injuries of the hip and shoulder, minimally invasive arthroscopic surgical techniques, and hip preservation (the treatment of hip impingement and dysplasia to reduce the risk of hip arthritis). He believes in an individual-based approach to medicine and that restoring normal anatomy after injury is only a small part of keeping his patients active and healthy.When he’s not helping our patients get back to their active, healthy lifestyles, Dr. Haloman can be found exploring Seattle and the Pacific Northwest with his wife and children, traveling, playing sports, exercising, reading and listening to podcasts. Dr. Haloman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Wendy Heusch, DO, is a Pacific Northwest native, originally from Oregon. She graduated from the University of Puget Sound where she played volleyball on the 1993 NAIA Championship team. Her orthopedic training has taken her from West Coast to East Coast and although she enjoyed each area of the country, she believes there is no place quite like the Northwest.Her practice interests include treating all sports related injuries, with special interests in the shoulder and knee. She completed an Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine Fellowship at Orthopedic Research of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia where she learned from some of the most respected arthroscopic surgeons in the country about the latest techniques in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine. These include all arthroscopic surgery of the rotator cuff and other disorders of the shoulder including dislocations and instability, as well as ACL surgery of the knee. She is also experienced in treating work related injuries of the shoulder and knee. She understands the unique circumstances surrounding work related injuries and helps her patients navigate the L&I process.Dr. Heusch has pursued and obtained subspecialty board certification in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. This subspecialty certificate is for board certified orthopedic surgeons who have demonstrated qualifications in sports medicine beyond those expected of other orthopedic surgeons. This includes additional training, a practice characterized by a volume of cases in sports medicine, and by passing an exam administered nationally by the AOBOS.Being an athlete herself, she enjoys treating the needs and injuries of all types of athletes, from high school players to the recreational athlete. She has also spent a portion of her fellowship with the team physician for the Washington Redskins learning about the care of the professional athlete. Dr. Heusch enjoys being a part of the Rainier Orthopedic Institute team and serving the Puyallup community.In her free time, Dr. Heusch enjoys gardening and throwing pottery, and spending time outdoors. She is also an avid supporter of local animal rescues.“I believe in treating my patients as a whole person and that there is more to being healthy than just the absence of disease. By looking beyond just the symptoms and by considering all aspects of a patient’s lifestyle, I strive to work with my patients as part of a team so we can better understand and work towards accomplishing their goals.” – Dr. Wendy Heusch, DO. Dr. Heusch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. Her top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Brian D. Cameron, MD, believes in taking care of his patients as though each is a member of his family. He and his staff believe that their patients ARE</em> the mission. They are committed to providing high-value orthopedic care and delivering world-class clinical quality, patient safety, and service.Dr. Cameron specializes in minimally invasive surgery of the shoulder, knee, and elbow and as well as shoulder replacement surgery. He is board-certified in both Orthopedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery and has an additional specialty fellowship training in shoulder and elbow surgery.Dr. Cameron has authored and co-authored a number of articles and book chapters about shoulder surgery. He has given scientific and informative presentations on a variety of shoulder-related topics, including minimally invasive arthroscopic shoulder surgery and shoulder replacement (both anatomic shoulder replacement and reverse shoulder replacement). He receives referrals for a wide variety of common and complex shoulder-related conditions.Dr. Cameron and his wife, Tracy Cameron, MD, have also spent extended periods of time in overseas medical missions. His family has had the privilege or serving the local people of Seattle through the Puget Sound Christian Clinic, Union Gospel Mission, Bible Study Fellowship, Vision House, and University Presbyterian Church, as well as internationally through Samaritans Purse, Medical Benevolence Foundation, and DOXA (Mexico).In his free time, Dr. Cameron enjoys shared outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, pickle-ball, and golf with his wife and two adult children. On rainy weekend days, Dr. Cameron can often be found playing drums in the basement. As an undergraduate student at the University of Washington he marched in the drum corps in the Husky Marching Band.Learn about Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair</a> from Dr. Cameron. Dr. Cameron is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis.

Anthony VanBergeyk, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon whose clinical interests include virtually all aspects of orthopedic foot and ankle surgery, traumatic injuries, knee arthroscopy as well as knee and hip replacement surgery. He feels blessed to be a part of the greater Puyallup medical community and he looks forward to providing individualized, patient-centered education and healthcare for many years to come.Dr. VanBergeyk was born and raised in British Columbia, Canada. He moved with his family to the Pacific Northwest in 2005. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, golfing, camping, and hiking. He is also an avid sports fan. He is actively involved in his local church as well as serving at the South Hill food bank and volunteering at his children’s school and Girl Scout activities. Dr. Vanbergeyk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Tyler J. Nathe, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon treating both sports medicine and general orthopedic patients. His practice has a special focus on arthroscopic surgery and sports injuries as well cartilage transplant procedures and the treatment of complex fractures. He finds great satisfaction in helping athletes of all types return to action.Dr. Nathe received his BS in chemistry and medical degree from the University of Washington. He completed his residency at UC Davis, one of the top orthopedic training programs in the country. He then completed a fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine and arthroscopy at UC Davis. He is a published author on the topic of sports medicine with articles appearing in The American Journal of Sports Medicine and Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research. He was honored with an award for his research on injuries in collegiate baseball players. Dr. Nathe has lectured on topics that include complex ligament reconstruction of the knee and shoulder problems in overhead athletes.Dr. Nathe was a collegiate student-athlete competing in soccer for one season with Bellevue College and a spring season with the University of Washington. That summer he sustained a knee injury wakeboarding and focused his efforts on cycling. He competed in road, mountain, and cyclocross racing and in the collegiate road cycling national championships with the University of Washington cycling team. He is still a sports enthusiast and enjoys snowboarding, wakeboarding, mountain biking, cycling, rock climbing, and crossfit workouts.Dr. Nathe serves as a team physician for the Bellevue High School Football team, Mt. Si High School Football team, and the US Ski and Snowboard Association. He finds great satisfaction in helping athletes of all types return to action.Dr. Nathe is a proud, born-and-raised Washingtonian, growing up in Yakima. He met his wife Sharon at UW School of Medicine and together they have three children. Tyler and his family are thrilled to be back in Washington State near family and friends. Dr. Nathe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Small Patella Syndrome, Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

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 Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Hip Resurfacing.

Jacob Gorbaty, MD, enjoys working with patients and families toward the goal of leading active, healthy, and fulfilling lifestyles. Dr. Gorbaty believes this can be achieved in many ways through the combination of collaboration, education, and treatment.Medicine is a team sport including himself, primary care, nurses, radiologists, medical assistants, physical therapists and, the most important member - the patient. Because of this, Dr. Gorbaty believes it is especially important to listen to the patient, understand how their life is affected, and learn more about their short and long-term goals. In this way, the patient helps to guide and direct the course of care.Knowledgeable patients are empowered to make the best decisions regarding their care. Therefore, he first takes the time to describe his diagnostic process, the physical exam, and any advanced testing. Next, he wants his patients to understand what the condition is and how it developed. Then he tries to lay out treatment options and present an honest assessment of the risks and benefits of each. Lastly, he explains the scope of the recovery process and realistic possible outcomes.Treatment begins with diagnosis, which involves a comprehensive evaluation. Many of the conditions he encounters can be treated by non-surgical techniques and he believes it is important to use the tools he has to avoid unnecessary surgical risks. When surgery is the recommended course, he combines proven time-tested principles with cutting-edge techniques.Dr. Gorbaty loves working with his patients who often share similar interests, who lead or have led active lives, and who want to get back to doing so. He enjoys building a relationship and learning what is important to them; what their passions and goals are. This gives him purpose and drives him to deliver the best care possible.Dr. Gorbaty enjoys hiking, snowboarding, camping, kayaking, climbing, and cycling with his wife (a pediatrician) and their dog. They also enjoy travel, film and food. Dr. Gorbaty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, and Frozen Shoulder.

James W. Pritchett, MD, is a board-certified, award-winning orthopedic physician and surgeon specializing in hip, knee, and shoulder resurfacing, joint replacement, and arthroscopic surgery. He has a special interest in implantology, the study and development of joint prostheses.Dr. Pritchett’s surgical practice has taught him that technical skill is the mastery of the complex. It takes years and a lot of listening and experience to understand the nuances of joint resurfacing and replacement surgery. He looks carefully at his outcomes and publishes his results in peer-reviewed journals. He understands that survivorship of a patient and implant is not synonym for synonymous with true wellness. Resumption of a completely autonomous lifestyle and a return to all activities is the goal.He is the chief of orthopedic surgery at Swedish Orthopedic Institute, the tenth largest orthopedic hospital in the country. Several of Dr. Pritchett’s design concepts have been incorporated into currently available joint implants, and he has been invited to speak about implantology at more than 85 scientific meetings. He is a highly regarded authority in orthopedics, having published more than 100 peer-reviewed manuscripts. He was also named one of Puget Sound’s best doctors and earned an award for outstanding patient care from Swedish Hospital. Dr. Pritchett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive, Poland Syndrome, Hip Resurfacing, and Hip Replacement.

Samuel G. Moulton, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with expertise in sports medicine, shoulder replacements and minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery of the hip, knee, and shoulder. His treatments cover a wide range of conditions including hip labral tears, femoroacetabular (FAI) impingement of the hip, shoulder instability, rotator cuff tears, shoulder osteoarthritis, knee ligament injuries, meniscus injuries, and cartilage injuries.After receiving his BA in Biochemistry, Biophysics, and Molecular Biology from Whitman College in Walla Walla, WA, Dr. Moulton went on to complete his medical degree, followed by his orthopedic residency at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in Portland, OR. During medical school, he spent a year focusing on his passion for sports research at the world-renowned Steadman Philippon Research Institute, then completed his fellowship training in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF). During this time, Dr. Moulton served as a team physician for the San Francisco Giants, California Men’s Basketball team, the University of San Francisco Women’s basketball team, and local high school football teams.He has since authored dozens of publications on knee, shoulder, and hip conditions as well as textbook chapters, and continues to stay engaged as a reviewer for the American Journal of Sports Medicine.Dr. Moulton spent the first three years of his life on the University of Washington campus in Seattle and always thought of Seattle as a second home. He and his wife are excited to now call Seattle home and be closer to the North Cascades, where they enjoy spending much of their free time. Dr. Moulton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.

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 Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Spinal Fusion.

Reza Firoozabadi is an Orthopedics provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Firoozabadi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Fractured Spine, Osteonecrosis, Hypermobile Joints, Hip Replacement, and Bone Graft. Dr. Firoozabadi is currently accepting new patients.

Jesse Roberts is a Pediatric Orthopedics specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Epithelioid Sarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Mesenchymoma, and Osteotomy.

Daisuke Araki is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Araki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Hypermobile Joints, Kienbock's Disease, Osteoarthritis, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.

Sara Jurek is an Orthopedics provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Jurek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. Her top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Jurek is currently accepting new patients.

Paul Manner is an Orthopedics provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Manner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteonecrosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Osteonecrosis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Manner is currently accepting new patients.