Overview
Joanna Branstetter, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in state-of-the-art hand, wrist, shoulder and knee preservation care. Dr. Branstetter had a 20-year career in the United States Army and has been a practicing orthopedic surgeon locally at Joint Base Lewis-McChord for the past 14 years. She recognizes that every patient and injury is unique, and designing a treatment specific to the individual is key to successful outcomes. She works with the patient and their care team to develop the best comprehensive, mutually agreeable plan. This may involve both surgical and non-surgical options like physical therapy, stretching, bracing, medications, injections, arthroscopy, surgical reconstruction and joint replacement.Dr. Branstetter is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons, Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society and the Washington State Orthopaedic Association. Dr. Branstetter is passionate about diversity and inclusion in medicine.Outside of medicine, she enjoys activities with her husband, two children and their Labrador retriever.Conditions and procedures in adolescents and beyond:Arthroscopy of the shoulder and kneeCarpal tunnelChronic exertional compartment syndromeCubital tunnelElbow, wrist and finger tendonitisKnee arthritisKnee ligament reconstructionRotator cuff repairShoulder instability.
Dr. Branstetter is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis.
Dr. Branstetter is board certified in American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Branstetter is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1608 S J Street, 4th Floor, Tacoma, WA 98405
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joanna Branstetter
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joanna Branstetter?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joanna Branstetter by calling their office at 253-274-7504. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joanna Branstetter a top-rated expert for Tendinitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joanna Branstetter is classified as an Advanced expert for Tendinitis, 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. Joanna Branstetter specialize in?
While Dr. Joanna Branstetter is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, and Bursitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Joanna Branstetter accept my insurance?
Dr. Joanna Branstetter accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-274-7504 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- OsteoarthritisDr. Branstetter isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- TendinitisDr. Branstetter isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
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- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Branstetter isExperienced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- Baker CystDr. Branstetter isExperienced. Learn about Baker Cyst.
- BursitisDr. Branstetter isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Branstetter isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Branstetter isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Branstetter isExperienced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.