
Overview
Peters T. Otlans, MD, MPH, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine injuries, arthroscopic surgery, shoulder and knee replacement surgery and fracture care. He performs arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, knee, hip, and elbow, addressing cartilage, ligament, and tendon injuries in a minimally invasive fashion. Dr. Otlans believes in the importance of building relationships and earning trust with his patients. He focuses on developing individualized care plans after listening carefully to his patient's needs and goals and clearly communicating all treatment options. Dr. Otlans grew up in Washington State and has a passion for international medical work and orthopedic research. Prior to returning to the community, he served as an assistant team physician with Portland State athletics and then with Philadelphia's professional and college sports teams. He serves as team orthopedic surgeon for Highline Public Schools and an editor of Arthroscopy and the American Journal of Sports Medicine, the premier orthopedic sports medicine journals in the country.
Dr. Otlans is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, Small Patella Syndrome, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Osteotomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Otlans is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
16259 Sylvester Rd SW #501, Burien, WA 98166
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Otlans 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.
Proliance Surgeons
Peter Krumins, MD, is fellowship trained in sports medicine with a professional interest in joint reconstruction of the lower extremity, including foot, ankle, knee and hip. He enjoys solving complex surgical problems to help individuals regain function and return to the activities they love.Dr. Krumins is an avid sports enthusiast enjoying snow skiing, paddle boarding, and hiking with his three children, as well as competing in bike races as a member of the Old Town Bicycle "dirt" team. Dr. Krumins is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Krumins is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Krumins is currently accepting new patients.
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Patrick Vaughan, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in the care and education of the amateur, professional and weekend athlete. He utilizes both non-operative as well as surgical care in order to restore his patients' function and return them to the activities they love.Dr. Vaughan has been practicing orthopedic surgery in the South Sound for over 15 years. He is the medical director and team orthopedic surgeon for the Tacoma Rainiers (AAA franchise of the Seattle Mariners), and provides sports medicine coverage for Gig Harbor High School. He is the current team orthopedic surgeon for the University of Puget Sound and has worked with all of the school's varsity sports teams for over a dozen years. He served in the U.S. Navy from 2001-2005 at the Naval Hospital Pensacola as an orthopedic surgeon.He enjoys outdoor activities, such as hiking, skiing, and golf, spending time with his family, and playing sports with his two teenagers. Dr. Vaughan is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Knock Knees, Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Vaughan is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Vaughan is currently accepting new patients.
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Brian Jones, DO, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in full spectrum treatment of cervical (neck), thoracic (mid-back) and lumbar spine (low-back) surgery. He also has a clinical interested in knee and shoulder repair and reconstruction, hip, knee, and shoulder replacement, and fracture care.He believes the patient-physician relationship relies on a team approach. Striving for successful results and improving one’s quality of life is an extremely rewarding process for the whole team. His goal is to gather enough information to make the right diagnosis, explore the best treatment options, and develop an individualized treatment plan in collaboration with each patient. Through this personalized approach, he is present at every step of the process so that each patient’s healthcare needs are met with the best possible results. Dr. Jones is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coccydynia, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Hip Replacement, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Jones is board certified in American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Peters Otlans
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Peters Otlans?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Peters Otlans by calling their office at 206-243-1100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Peters Otlans a top-rated expert for Osteotomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Peters Otlans is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteotomy, 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. Peters Otlans specialize in?
While Dr. Peters Otlans is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteotomy, Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, and Small Patella Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Peters Otlans participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Peters Otlans has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteotomy. You can view a list of Dr. Peters Otlans's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Peters Otlans accept my insurance?
Dr. Peters Otlans accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-243-1100 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
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- OsteotomyDr. Otlans isAdvanced. Learn about Osteotomy.
- Experienced
- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Otlans isExperienced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- BursitisDr. Otlans isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Otlans isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Otlans isExperienced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
- Ganglion CystDr. Otlans isExperienced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Otlans isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.


