
Overview
Dr. Hein is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with added qualifications in hand surgery specializing in surgery of the hand and upper extremity. He endorses a collaborative approach to treating a broad spectrum of upper extremity conditions including arthritis, nerve injury, nerve compression, trauma, stiffness, and overuse injuries. Dr. Hein thoroughly enjoys listening to his patients in order to work with them to craft a tailored plan of treatment that encourages a successful outcome. Dr. Hein has also been selected by both Seattle Magazine and Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. “My desire to learn more about medicine and the human body was sparked by an experience during a dissection in a college biology lab. We were separating pacemaker cells from cardiac muscle, and I remember being awestruck because the pacemaker cells kept beating even though they were no longer connected to the heart. This was elegant and fascinating to me, and set me on a path that led to multiple volunteer opportunities which solidified my course for a career in medicine.”.
Dr. Hein is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, and Osteotomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Dr. Hein has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Dr. Robon did his undergraduate work at the University of Pennsylvania and graduated from medical school at The Ohio State University. He completed his fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at the University of Rochester Strong Memorial Hospital. Earlier, in his years as a competitive All-American swimmer, Dr. Robon endured years of medical treatment for multiple orthopaedic injuries. These experiences shaped his practice philosophy today; good patient care involves making accurate and timely diagnoses, but equally important is treating patients with respect and compassion. By helping his patients understand their problem, this not only results in the treatment of the immediate problem, but hopefully, helps to avoid future injuries and pain. Additionally, Dr. Robon is married and has three sons. He and his wife enjoy exploring the great outdoors by skiing, hiking, golfing and trail running in the Cascades. Dr. Robon is Board-certified in Hand and Orthopedic Surgery. He treats patients with all types of orthopaedic fractures in addition to his specialty focus in hand and upper extremity surgery. Dr. Robon is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Trigger Thumb, Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christopher N. Hein
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher N. Hein?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher N. Hein by calling their office at 206-386-6171. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christopher N. Hein a top-rated expert for Ganglion Cyst?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher N. Hein is classified as an Advanced expert for Ganglion Cyst, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Christopher N. Hein specialize in?
While Dr. Christopher N. Hein is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Christopher N. Hein participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christopher N. Hein has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ganglion Cyst. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher N. Hein's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christopher N. Hein accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher N. Hein accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-386-6171 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Ganglion CystDr. Hein isAdvanced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Hein isAdvanced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
- Experienced
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Hein isExperienced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Hein isExperienced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Hein isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- OsteotomyDr. Hein isExperienced. Learn about Osteotomy.
- TenosynovitisDr. Hein isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- Trigger ThumbDr. Hein isExperienced. Learn about Trigger Thumb.

