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 Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Baker Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Hip Replacement.

Niket Shrivastava, MD, is board-certified in orthopedics with a special focus on hand and wrist surgery. In addition to his clinical experience, he has substantial research experience including serving as a postdoctoral research fellow in the Department of Orthopaedics at Columbia University and a research assistant in both the Department of Orthopaedics and Center for Bioengineering at University of Washington. Dr. Shrivastava is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Trigger Thumb, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Frozen Shoulder, and Hip Replacement.

Samuel E. Galle, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a clinical focus on hand, wrist and upper extremity surgery, which includes sports injuries, osteoarthritis, fractures, nerve issues, and comprehensive elbow to fingertips healthcare. In his practice, he strives to work together with the patient to achieve a desired goal. This includes providing the patient with information about their condition and then defining treatment options. He enjoys a variety of outdoor activities in his free time including playing soccer, snowboarding and camping. Dr. Galle is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Ganglion Cyst, and Tenosynovitis.

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 Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, and Hip Replacement.

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 Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Stephanie Ouellet is a Nurse Practitioner in Tukwila, Washington. Ms. Ouellet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. Her top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Rhizarthrosis, Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome, and Multiple Pterygium Syndrome X Linked. Ms. Ouellet is currently accepting new patients.

Grant R. Lohse, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery. He cares for both adults and children. In addition to general orthopedics, he specializes in upper extremity nerve problems, tendon and ligament injuries, fractures, and arthritis.Dr. Lohse grew up in Indiana. He received his bachelor's of science in Mechanical Engineering, graduating with highest honors, from Purdue University. He went on to attend medical school at Northwestern University where he graduated Alpha Omega Alpha (highest honors). Dr. Lohse completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Washington before going onto subspecialty training in hand and upper extremity surgery at Vanderbilt University.His care philosophy is centered on education. He believes patients are best able to participate in their care when they thoroughly understand their problem and treatment options. He feels strongly that treatment must be individualized, as the same condition may affect two people very differently.Dr. Lohse enjoys spending time with this wife and three children. He also enjoys running, skiing (snow and water), hiking, and camping. Dr. Lohse is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Dupuytren Contracture, Trigger Thumb, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Hip Replacement.

Eric Alyea, DO, MPH, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, fellowship-trained in shoulder and elbow surgery.Dr. Alyea strives to provide the highest quality care using the latest techniques in an evidence based manner, and to serve patients through a collaborative, shared decision model developed through open and honest communication with the informed patient.In June 2020, Dr. Alyea was elected to join the ranks of theAmerican Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) as a Candidate Member. Candidate membership in ASES is a privilege and an honor only awarded to young orthopaedic surgeons who have completed a fellowship in shoulder surgery, elbow surgery, and/or sports medicine. Membership is by invitation only and candidates must demonstrate active involvement in scientific and clinical orthopaedic education and be recommended by his Fellowship Program Director.Dr. Alyea is a also a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Arthroscopy Association of North America, Western Orthopaedic Association, Wilderness Medical Society, American Medical Association and American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics. He was an assistant team physician for the Dallas Mavericks during the 2018-19 season.Outside of work, he enjoys golf, archery, snowboarding and other outdoor activities.Request an orthopedic appointment. Dr. Alyea is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Frozen Shoulder.

James Marsh, PA-C, is a physician assistant specializing in orthopedics, with primary interests in sports medicine and non-surgical treatment of orthopedic conditions. His role is to help patients stay active and maintain their quality of life. He does this by treating his patients as he would his own family - helping them find their strengths and using those strengths to improve their health.James is a member of the American Association of Physician Assistants, Washington Association of Physician Assistants and Physician Assistants in Orthopedic Surgery.Away from work, James enjoys cycling, swimming, canoeing, upright bass and fiddle. He is cofounder of Salish Sea Cooperative Finance and a Wintergrass and Folklife volunteer. Mr. Marsh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Plantar Fasciitis and Rhizarthrosis.

Chad Moloney is a Physician Assistant in Renton, Washington. Mr. Moloney is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Scaphoid Non-Union, Cervical Myelopathy, and Achilles Tendon Rupture. Mr. Moloney is currently accepting new patients.

Eric Pang is an Orthopedics provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Pang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tennis Elbow, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Pang is currently accepting new patients.

Christopher Hein is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Hein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Trigger Thumb. Dr. Hein is currently accepting new patients.

William Wagner is a Hand Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Wagner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Fasciotomy. Dr. Wagner is currently accepting new patients.

John Miyano is a Hand Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Miyano is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Dupuytren Contracture, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Trigger Thumb. Dr. Miyano is currently accepting new patients.

Thomas Trumble is a Hand Surgeon in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Trumble has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Scaphoid Non-Union, and Dupuytren Contracture. Dr. Trumble is currently accepting new patients.

Jared Godwin is a Physician Assistant in Burien, Washington. Mr. Godwin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top area of expertise is Rhizarthrosis. Mr. Godwin is currently accepting new patients.

Wendy Nyland is a Physician Assistant in Renton, Washington. Ms. Nyland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. Her top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture and Rhizarthrosis. Ms. Nyland is currently accepting new patients.

Amanda Pedersen is a Physician Assistant in Seattle, Washington. Ms. Pedersen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. Her top area of expertise is Rhizarthrosis. Ms. Pedersen is currently accepting new patients.

Brian Snitily is a Physiatrist and a Sports Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Snitily is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Snitily is currently accepting new patients.