Overview
John M. Blair, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon with a specialty in the treatment of degenerative conditions of the cervical and lumbar spine. His professional interests focus on outpatient minimally invasive spinal surgery resulting in the least possible amount of down time, early return to work and active lifestyles for his patients. He treats a wide range of spinal conditions with expertise in deformative spinal conditions, such as scoliosis, and major reconstructive spine surgery. Dr. Blair believes that his role as a physician is to understand each patient’s individual needs and personalize treatment. A practicing surgeon since 1994, he has over 20 years of experience in all aspects of spinal surgery. He is also constantly learning new and innovative skills to better serve his patients. He gives community lectures on new innovations in spinal care and is an active member of the Puget Sound Spine Interest Group, a local group that meets quarterly with guest speakers. He is also a member of an annual medical mission group. He and his wife have six children. In addition to family time, he enjoys computers, photography, and outdoor activities. He is an Eagle Scout and currently helps out with his son’s local Boy Scouts troop.
Dr. Blair is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Fractured Spine, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.
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2727 Hollycroft St Suite #410, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
1724 W Union Ave, Suite 100, Tacoma, WA 98405
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John M. Blair
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John M. Blair?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John M. Blair by calling their office at 253-358-4002. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John M. Blair a top-rated expert for Spinal Stenosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John M. Blair is classified as an Distinguished expert for Spinal Stenosis, 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. John M. Blair specialize in?
While Dr. John M. Blair is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Fractured Spine. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. John M. Blair accept my insurance?
Dr. John M. Blair accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-358-4002 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Spinal StenosisDr. Blair isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
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- Fractured SpineDr. Blair isAdvanced. Learn about Fractured Spine.
- ScoliosisDr. Blair isAdvanced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Spinal Cord AbscessDr. Blair isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Cord Abscess.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Blair isAdvanced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- Experienced
- Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisDr. Blair isExperienced. Learn about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Blair isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Blair isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- CoccydyniaDr. Blair isExperienced. Learn about Coccydynia.
- Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis
- DiskitisDr. Blair isExperienced. Learn about Diskitis.