Overview
Nicholas Clark, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery for patients with cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine disorders. After completing his undergraduate and medical school training at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, he was selected for Orthopedic Surgery residency at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN which is consistently ranked as a top residency program in the country. Dr. Clark completed an additional year of sub-specialized fellowship training in spine surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City to master the latest surgical techniques from some of the world's top spine surgeons, including Dr. Todd Albert, Dr. Frank Schwab, Dr. Sheeraz Qureshi, and Dr. Han Jo Kim. He has published extensively in the field of spine and orthopedics with more than 20 published articles and book chapters and has given numerous presentations on his research to other spine surgeons nationally and internationally. Dr. Clark treats every patient as he would his own family and tries to avoid surgery whenever possible to get patients back to doing the activities they enjoy. When surgery is required, Dr. Clark uses his training in minimally invasive techniques, when applicable, to provide cutting-edge care, giving patients the best outcome while minimizing pain. As not all patients are candidates for minimally invasive procedures, he is also adept at performing conventional spine surgery. Outside of medicine, Dr. Clark enjoys spending time with his wife, enjoying the outdoors in the Seattle area. He enjoys downhill skiing, water skiing, camping, fishing, hockey, and cycling.
Dr. Clark is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Spondylosis, Herniated Disk, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.
Dr. Clark is board certified in American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Clark is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
27005 168th Pl SE, Ste 201, Kent, WA 98042
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Clark 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.
Spine Specialists At SNI
Dr. Chapman is keen on understanding the underlying pathology as clearly as possible and finding the best possible non-operative or surgical options for patients to be able to achieve a lasting, improved quality of life. Dr. Chapman is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Diskitis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Chapman is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Chapman is currently accepting new patients.
Seattle Children's Hospital
Burt Yaszay is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Yaszay is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.
Virginia Mason Medical Center
Philip Louie, MD, specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, degenerative spinal conditions, complex adult and pediatric spinal surgery, scoliosis, and reconstructive spine surgery.Dr. Louie trained under some of the world's experts in spine surgery, where he learned minimally invasive spine surgery techniques that preserve muscle and decrease blood loss. In addition to focusing heavily on these minimally invasive techniques, he also emphasizes evidence-based medicine and involvement in research studies, when appropriate.Dr. Louie approaches patient care as a journey he takes alongside each patient, where he witnesses their struggles and frustrations, is inspired by their drive to get better, and shares in their victories. He treats each patient as he would a family member, giving them a full understanding of what he is thinking and making recommendations that are in their best interest.Away from work, Dr. Louie enjoys playing sports, fitness, being a Seattle Sports fan, coffee, espresso, family time and traveling.Patient TestimonialMinimally invasive laminectomy helps lifelong athlete Ramer Holtan Jr. get back on the links. Dr. Louie is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Lordosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nicholas J. Clark
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas J. Clark?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nicholas J. Clark by calling their office at 253-630-3660. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nicholas J. Clark a top-rated expert for Cervical Spondylosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nicholas J. Clark is classified as an Advanced expert for Cervical Spondylosis, 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. Nicholas J. Clark specialize in?
While Dr. Nicholas J. Clark is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Cervical Spondylosis, Herniated Disk, and Spondylolisthesis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Nicholas J. Clark participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nicholas J. Clark has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cervical Spondylosis. You can view a list of Dr. Nicholas J. Clark's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nicholas J. Clark accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicholas J. Clark accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-630-3660 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Clark isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- Herniated DiskDr. Clark isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Clark isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Clark isAdvanced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
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- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Fractured SpineDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Fractured Spine.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.