The 20 Best Trochlear Dysplasia Doctors in Washington, US

Grant Garcia, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with advanced accredited fellowship training in sports medicine and shoulder surgery. Dr. Garcia’s primary focus for his practice is sports medicine, having a great interest in returning athletes safely to their sport after shoulder, knee and elbow injuries and surgeries.During residency and fellowship, Dr. Garcia trained in numerous advanced sports procedures and techniques. These include cartilage regeneration, meniscus transplantation, multi-ligamentous knee reconstruction and complex limb realignment procedures. In addition, many minimally invasive shoulder procedures, including stemless arthroplasty, stabilization procedures, and rotator cuff revision surgery are part of his expertise. He has special elbow training in ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction and repair procedures. Dr. Garcia is also fellowship-trained in orthobiologic treatments, including stem cell transplantation and PRP, to assist in these surgical procedures, as well as non-operative treatments.Dr. Garcia has authored over 50 publications found in the American Journal of Sports Medicine, Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery and Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. He has presented more than 60 academic sports papers worldwide, in addition to authoring book chapters on advanced techniques in sports medicine. He has also published over a dozen papers on sports medicine that have been featured in ESPN.com, Orthopedics Today and AAOS Now.Dr. Garcia was an assistant team physician for the Chicago Bulls and Chicago White Sox. During residency, he cared for players on the New York Giants, New York Mets, US Tennis Team, New York Rangers, New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets, as well as many collegiate athletes.Dr. Garcia’s outside interests include spending time with his family, wake-boarding, high intensity interval training and travel. He is excited to return to the Seattle area with his wife and their two daughters. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteochondritis Dissecans, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Tendinitis, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy.

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 Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

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 Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, and Osgood-Schlatter Disease.

Dr. Tyler Nathe is an Orthopaedic Surgeon treating both sports medicine and general orthopaedic 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. Dr. Nathe completed his residency at UC Davis, one of the top orthopaedic training programs in the country. He then completed a fellowship in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy at UC Davis. He is a recently 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 recently 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 that involved 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 competed 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. Visit Dr. Nathe’s website and blog with patient information. Website: http://www.tylernathemd.com. Dr. Nathe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Small Patella Syndrome, Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Gregory Duff, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder surgery and sports medicine. His surgical interests include the management of the unstable knee, shoulder and elbow in the competitive athlete. He performs arthroscopic reconstructive surgery on all major joints.Dr. Duff works with an extended team of athletic trainers, physical therapists, physician assistants and office staff optimizing care specific to the unique needs of the individual athlete. His goal is to utilize the team's training and skill to effectively and compassionately serve athletes in their desire to return to play.Dr. Duff is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine as well AAOS, WSMA and KCMS.Active in his community, he is the team physician for Olympic College, Kitsap Pumas (PDLS), West Sound Warriors Junior A Hockey team, Klahowya Secondary School and Kitsap Blue Jackets. He also provides physician support for annual events such as wrestling meets and the Triturtle Sprint Triathlon. He is a Level 4 certified ice hockey coach and assistant coach to both his sons' teams. He plays for the Westsound Bone Crushers, but skis and travels with his wife and boys. Dr. Duff is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Trochlear Dysplasia, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. Wahl is an orthopaedic surgeon fellowship trained in sports medicine, arthroscopy and trauma. He has extensive experience in the care of professional, elite, endurance and recreational athletes, having formerly served as head team physician for the San Diego Chargers (2013 - 2015) and as Associate Professor and team physician at the University of Washington (2004 - 2012). Dr. Wahl has researched, lectured and published widely, and is recognized nationally as an expert in the treatment of high-energy, complex knee and shoulder disorders. For additional information about Dr. Wahl and his clinical experience, please visit his website: http://www.opaortho.com/staff/christopher-j-wahl-md. Dr. Wahl is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Small Patella Syndrome, Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, Trochlear Dysplasia, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Komenda is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon whose primary focus is on sports medicine and injuries of the shoulder and knee. He enjoys working with patients requiring complex shoulder reconstruction and knee ligament reconstruction as well as joint replacement surgery. Dr. Komenda believes every patient is unique and important and strives to customize care to each individual patient in order to maximize function and enable them to return to their activities and sports. Dr. Komenda grew up in Washington state. He received a Bachelor of Science from the UW and attended St. Louis University for his medical degree. After doing his residency in Maryland, he completed a sports medicine fellowship at the highly regarded Southern California Orthopedic Institute. He and his wife have two boys who keep them busy with their sports teams and activities. In his free time, he enjoys flying, photography and coaching lacrosse. Dr. Komenda is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Patrick Vaughan is a Sports Medicine specialist and a Podiatric Surgeon in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Vaughan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Knock Knees, Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Vaughan is currently accepting new patients.

Jacob Gorbaty, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports and shoulder surgery. Dr. Gorbaty provides personalized, compassionate and high-quality treatment to meet the needs of each patient. This includes combining time-tested treatments with modern techniques and technologies to deliver the best possible outcomes. Patients can trust that he will collaborate with them to create a treatment plan tailored to their goals, always prioritizing education and shared decision-making. His goal is to restore mobility and function, empowering his patients to return to the activities they love.Dr. Gorbaty is a member of the American Shoulder and Elbow Society, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and American Medical Association. He provides team coverage for a number of school sports programs.Away from work, Dr. Gorbaty enjoys surfing, snowboarding, pickup basketball, Pacific Northwest sports teams, podcasts, cooking with his wife, restaurants, traveling and reading. Dr. Gorbaty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Synovitis, Osteoarthritis, and Frozen Shoulder.

Jonathan Hodax, MD, MS, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports injuries, minimally invasive surgery of the shoulder and knee, and shoulder replacement. His areas of specialization include ACL tears, shoulder instability, rotator cuff tears, patellar instability, and shoulder replacement. He is subspecialty trained in orthopedic sports medicine, fracture management, and shoulder replacement.Dr. Hodax is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine.Dr. Hodax is an avid cyclist and climber, and takes every opportunity he can to explore the Pacific Northwest with his wife and two children. Dr. Hodax is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Trochlear Dysplasia, Hypermobile Joints, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

Eric Puttler, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who performs anterior approach total hip arthroplasty, knee arthroplasty, knee arthroscopy to include ACL reconstruction, shoulder arthroscopy to include rotator cuff repair, and provides fracture care to include distal radius fractures, collarbone fractures, and proximal humerus fractures. After completing his residency in orthopedic surgery he had several duty assignment in the US Army, including a year in Iraq in command of a Forward Surgical Team. Dr. Puttler has three beautiful daughters who keep him and his wife busy. He enjoys snow skiing, waterskiing, and all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Dr. Puttler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Richard Gray is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Gray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Orchiectomy. Dr. Gray is currently accepting new patients.

David Cortese, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, joint replacement and fracture care. His particular practice interests include arthroscopic management of tendon, ligament and articular cartilage disorders of the knee and shoulder.Dr. Cortese values a collaborative relationship with his patients to educate them on their condition, the variety of treatment options available and their treatment goals. By partnering with his patients, he develops individualized treatment plans that optimize outcomes and enable his patients to return to the active lifestyle they enjoy.Dr. Cortese is a Fellow of both the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS) and the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and is a 12 year U.S. Army veteran. When away from work, he enjoys hiking, cycling and skiing the trails in the region.Request an orthopedic appointment. Dr. Cortese is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. Wilcox is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and arthroscopy. He provides complete care for most bone and joint problems with a special interest in the reconstruction of the shoulder, hip, and knee. Dr. Wilcox is especially interested in understanding the individual goals and expectations of each patient and then tailoring both surgical and nonsurgical treatments to meet those individual needs. Dr. Wilcox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive, Gorham's Disease, and Skeletal-Extraskeletal Angiomatosis.

John Jamora is a Sports Medicine provider in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Jamora is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Trochlear Dysplasia.

Dr. McAdam is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, elbow, knee, and ankle. He treats a broad range of patients, from professional and recreational athletes to people simply looking for less invasive treatments of their problems. From his work with the Seattle Seahawks and the US Rugby team , Dr. McAdam has developed an understanding of a wide range of athletic injuries. In his work with both athletes and non-athletes in his practice, he has developed an understanding of the importance of personalized care for each person. Dr. Mcadam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, and Osteochondritis Dissecans.

Dhanur Damodar, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with specialty experience in sports medicine.  Dr. Damodar ensures that his patients receive the best, most effective treatment, even if that means nonsurgical care. He is a clinician and physician first, and his philosophy is to try non-operative treatments in any situation where they can be effective. If a patient requires surgery, he strives to set appropriate expectations and focus on pre- and postoperative education. Having taken care of patients at the high school, collegiate and professional levels,  Dr. Damodar understands how to manage the needs of high level athletes as well as the weekend warrior/busy parent looking to stay active. In addition, having experienced orthopedic injuries himself as well as with family members, he understands the challenges faced by caretakers and loved ones.Dr. Damodar is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Arthroscopy Association of North America and American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. He serves on a reviewer for the American Journal of Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy and Arthroscopic Related Surgery Journal, and he has provided sports medicine team coverage for the Portland Trailblazers, Chicago Bulls and Chicago White Sox, among others.Expertise in the following conditions and procedures:Shoulder, knee and hip arthroscopyACL reconstructionRotator cuff repairShoulder replacementShoulder and hip labral repairCartilage surgeryJoint preservationLigament/tendon injuriesPatellar/quad tendon repairClavicle and Patella Fractures. Dr. Damodar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Decorticate Posture, Osteotomy, and Knee Replacement.

Dr. Laurel H Saliman is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Seattle, Washington. She graduated with honors in 1997. Having more than 21 years of diverse experiences, especially in ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY, Dr. Laurel H Saliman affiliates with Swedish Medical Center- Cherry Hill/Issaquah. Dr. Saliman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. Her top areas of expertise are Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, Small Patella Syndrome, Macrodactyly of the Foot, and Trochlear Dysplasia.

Peter Krumins is a Sports Medicine specialist and a Podiatric Surgeon in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Krumins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Krumins is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Dayne Mickelson is an orthopaedic surgeon with expertise in sports medicine and complex arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, knee, and hip. He has a special interest in knee preservation procedures including cartilage repair and transplantation, complex shoulder pathology, multi-ligament reconstruction, as well as novel biologic treatments. He also focuses on general orthopaedics including acute or chronic knee, shoulder, and hip problems, pediatric injuries, and fracture care. Dr. Mickelson’s philosophy is based on education and individualized care plans. His practice, therefore, focuses on accessibility, convenience, and a friendly atmosphere where a patient is treated like family. Dr. Mickelson believes in a shared decision-making model, where the treatment plan is customized based on an individual’s aspirations and goals. He finds great satisfaction in helping patients return to the activities they enjoy and providing a truly outstanding experience from beginning to end. Dr. Mickelson was born the eldest of three boys outside of Milwaukee, WI. When he was young, he and his family moved to Woodinville, WA, where his family still resides. Dr. Mickelson graduated magna cum laude from Lehigh University (Bethlehem, PA) with a degree in computer engineering. He went on to attend medical school at the University of Washington (Seattle, WA) and graduated Alpha Omega Alpha (highest honors). Dr. Mickelson subsequently completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Washington before completing subspecialty training in sports medicine and arthroscopy at Duke University (Durham, NC). Dr. Mickelson has authored over a dozen papers on orthopaedics, education, and technology as well as written textbook chapters on advanced techniques in sports medicine. He has published in Orthopedics, the Journal of Surgical Education, The Journal of Hand Surgery, and The American Journal of Sports Medicine. Dr. Mickelson has a passion for sports. He was a four-year letter winner on the Lehigh University men’s basketball team, winning the Patriot League championship and playing in the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament (“March Madness”) his junior year. Dr. Mickelson previously served as team physician for Duke University’s football, basketball, and lacrosse teams, as well as for North Carolina Central University’s football team. He is currently the team doctor for Redmond High School and Bellevue College. Dayne and his family are excited to be back home in the Pacific Northwest. When not at work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Kelly, and their two sons. He also enjoys basketball, skiing, cooking, reading and keeping up to date with the latest technology. Dr. Mickelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trochlear Dysplasia. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.