25 of the Best Hand Surgeons Near Me in Bellingham, WA

Dr. Wayne Weil is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty training in hand and elbow surgery. Dr. Weil is well known in the community for his expertise in treating complex conditions of the upper extremity. He sees patients with a wide variety of hand ailments, including carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, sports injuries, Dupuytren’s disease, thumb arthritis, wrist fractures, and more.Dr. Weil is the only physician in the Swedish Hospital system who performs endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery for median nerve compression at the carpal tunnel and endoscopic cubital tunnel release for treatment of ulnar nerve compression at the cubital tunnel. Endoscopic carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel release surgery, like the traditional approaches to carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel surgery, boasts excellent outcomes. The advantages are that the endoscopic approach is minimally invasive, less painful, and allows for a quicker recovery and return to work and sports.Dr. Weil completed his undergraduate education at the University of Pennsylvania. He then worked at the world renowned National Institutes of Health performing research at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. He then completed his medical education and received a Doctorate of Medicine from New York University’s School of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City, New York. While in residency, Dr. Weil completed specialized training in orthopaedic trauma surgery at R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, one of the busiest and most respected trauma centers in the country. He also participated in the orthopedic care of the New York Mets, New York Rangers, New York City Ballet, and Alvin Alley Dance Company.After residency, Dr. Weil went on to complete a Hand and Microvascular Surgery Fellowship at the University of Washington/Harborview Medical Center. Dr. Weil has published several scientific papers and presented his research in the field of upper extremity trauma at national meetings.During his fellowship Dr. Weil and his family fell in love with the Pacific Northwest lifestyle and settled in Seattle after joining Orthopedic Specialists of Seattle. On weekends in the winter, you can find Dr. Weil, his wife, and five kids racing down Crystal Mountain. Dr. Weil enjoys alpine and backcountry skiing, hiking in the mountains, tennis and cycling. He has completed multiple marathons and triathlons including Ironman Canada in Whistler, BC. He has also spent time trekking in the Himalayan Mountains in Nepal, Torres del Paine in Chile, and the Inca Trail in Machu Pichu, Peru. Dr. Weil is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Weil is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Weil is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Woodward is a Hand Surgeon practicing medicine in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Woodward is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Trigger Thumb. Dr. Woodward is currently accepting new patients.

I have a special interest in caring for patients with cancer or trauma injuries, as well as cosmetic surgeries of the face, neck and body. My goal is to provide patients with the most advanced plastic and reconstructive surgical care available, delivered with empathy and compassion. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Enlargement In Males, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Dupuytren Contracture. Dr. Scott is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Scott is currently accepting new patients.

In addition to general orthopedics, John Howlett, MD specializes in hand and wrist surgery. He practices at VOA's Renton and Newcastle clinics. Clinical Focus: Hand and Microvascular Surgery Hospital Affiliation: Valley Medical Center, Renton Fellowship Training: University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals, Hand and Microvascular Surgery Fellowship Residency: University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals, Orthopedic Surgery University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals, General Surgery Medical School: University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Howlett is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Howlett is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Howlett is currently accepting new 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 clinical expertise encompasses Trigger Thumb, Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Dr. Robon is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Robon is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Thomas Trumble, M.D. completed medical school at Yale University School of Medicine and he continued his orthopaedic residency at Yale New Haven Hospital. After completing residency training, Dr. Trumble completed a Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship at Duke University in 1984 followed by a Hand and Reconstructive Fellowship at Harvard University at the Massachusetts General Hospital. He taught at Yale University for four years as an assistant professor before moving his family in Seattle to join the University of Washington. For twenty years he served as chief of the hand surgery service and the director of the fellowship training. Because of his interest in bringing specialty hand surgery to the Eastside, Dr. Trumble established an office practice on the Eastside in 1998. In 2010, Dr. Trumble retired from teaching at the University of Washington to focus on patient care based at the Bellevue Hand Surgery with a surgical practice focused at Overlake Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Trumble has also recently been named one of Seattle Met magazine’s Top Doctors for 2011 in the Seattle area. Dr. Trumble is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Scaphoid Non-Union, and Dupuytren Contracture. Dr. Trumble is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Trumble is currently accepting new patients.

Wren McCallister, MD, is a board-certifed orthopedic surgeon who specializes in care of the hand and upper extremity, including arthritis, arthroscopic surgery, endoscopic carpal tunnel release, nerve and tendon disorders (carpal tunnel, trigger finger, lacerations, injury), fractures, and sports injuries. He has served as a consultant reviewer for the peer-reviewed journal HAND, the official journal of the American Association for Hand Surgery. He has also authored over 80 scientific works and lectured nationally on conditions of the hand and upper extremity. He is the consulting hand surgeon to Dr. Michael Lee as team physician for Jackson High School, Kamiak High School, Edmonds Community College, the Jet City Roller Derby League, and the Snohomish County Vikings Football team. Dr. Mccallister is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Dupuytren Contracture, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Dr. Mccallister is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Mccallister is currently accepting new patients.

In addition to general orthopedics, Niket Shrivastava, MD specializes in hand and wrist surgery. He practices at VOA's Renton and Covington locations. Clinical Focus: Hand and Wrist Surgery General Orthopedics Hospital Affiliation: Valley Medical Center, Renton Fellowship Training: University of California Davis Medical Center, Hand Surgery Fellow, Department of Orthopaedics, Sacramento, CA Research Experience: Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Department of Orthopaedics, Columbia University, New York, NY Research Assistant, Department of Orthopaedics, University of Washington, Seattle, WA Research Assistant, Center for Bioengineering, University of Washington, Seattle, WA Residency: Columbia University, Postdoctoral Resident Fellow, Department of Orthopaedics, New York, NY Medical School: Meharry Medical College, Nashville, TN. Dr. Shrivastava is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigger Thumb, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Frozen Shoulder, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Shrivastava is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Shrivastava is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Beck’s philosophy of patient care is one that was cultivated during his residency and fellowship training. He believes in a shared effort with patients, families and other health care providers to create the best treatment course and maximize results for each patient. After completing his medical degree from the University of Washington, and his residency at the Geisinger Medical Center, Dr. Beck received further subspecialty training in a Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship at the University of California Irvine, which included a focus in Microsurgery, complex elbow surgery and shoulder arthroplasty. He is an active contributor to the orthopaedic field, publishing many research articles, authoring orthopaedic text book chapters and presenting research at both national and international meetings. Dr. Beck is board eligible for the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is a member of the American Society of Surgery for the Hand and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He is an affiliate physician with Overlake Hospital Medical Center, Evergreen Hospital Medical Center and Swedish Medical Center. In addition to surgeries of the hand, Dr. Beck focuses his practice on complex elbow surgery. Dr. Beck is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Synovitis, Ganglion Cyst, and Trigger Thumb. Dr. Beck is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Beck is currently accepting new patients.

With a clinical practice that spans the range of upper extremity pathology, Todd M. Guyette, MD, has advanced training and interest in the newest techniques for hand and upper extremity pathology. Surgery remains only one pillar of treatment, and many of these diagnoses can be successfully managed without surgery through a coordinated approach that includes therapy, medications, and patient education.Dr. Guyette's clinical focus is on the surgical and nonsurgical treatment of complex hand and wrist trauma, nerve compression syndromes of the upper extremity with minimally invasive endoscopic techniques, wrist and digit arthroscopy, arthritis of the hand and wrist, Dupuytren's contracture, as well as skin and soft tissue problems. His years in practice has solidified his patient philosophy that the localized problems of the upper extremity affect the whole patient, including their work, recreational activities, and even simple daily tasks. He believes that each patient's treatment must be undertaken with an understanding of that context. Dr. Guyette lives on the Eastside with his wife and two daughters. Dr. Guyette is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Synovitis, Dupuytren Contracture, Trigger Thumb, Wrist Arthroscopy, and Trapeziectomy. Dr. Guyette is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery and Added Qualifications In Hand Surgery. Dr. Guyette is currently accepting new patients.

Kurt Allen Anderson, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand, upper extremity and microvascular surgery. In his practice, he strives to treat his patients as though they are his family. Dr. Anderson is on the clinical faculty for the Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine at the University of Washington. He currently lives in Bellevue where he enjoys outdoor activities with his wife and two children. Dr. Anderson is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Dr. Anderson is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Anderson is currently accepting new patients.

Todd W. Havener, MD, practices surgery of the hand and upper extremity, including arthroscopy of the wrist and elbow. He prides himself on his ability to take the time to listen, evaluate, and treat all of his patients as individuals. He enjoys solving difficult clinical cases and helping patients improve their functional abilities.Dr. Havener enjoys the Northwest region by taking every opportunity to bike, hike, sail, and ski with his wife and three sons. Dr. Havener is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, and Dupuytren Contracture. Dr. Havener is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Havener is currently accepting new patients.

Sean D. Ghidella, MD, is fellowship trained in hand surgery and specializes in the surgical management of the upper extremity. He has been practicing since 1996 and has received a CAQ subspecialty certificate in orthopedic surgery of the hand from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He brings experience rarely found outside military practice to Tacoma, Lakewood, and Gig Harbor. He is well versed in management of common sports, work-related, arthritic, and traumatic injuries and ailments. He has a wealth of experience managing severe injuries and conditions resulting from combat as well as birth defects in children.Once management short of surgery has failed, Dr. Ghidella tries to speed recovery and improve function surgically with a combination of traditional techniques that have proven reliable and the latest techniques that depend on current technology. His goal is to restore function to his patients and get them back to their daily activities as quickly as possible by solving their orthopedic problem, big or small.He is a graduate of the Unites States Military Academy, West Point and has served in the military as an orthopedic and hand surgeon with the last eight years of his career holding positions of Chief of Hand Surgery and Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery at Madigan Army Medical Center. He retired from the Army as a Colonel and a combat veteran after 21 years of service in 2010 to pursue civilian practice. He has previously taught as an Assistant Professor at Texas A&M, USUHS, and Swedish Medical Center.He hails from New England, but he considers the South Sound home. He is an avid skier and enjoys water sports. His passion is assistant coaching for Gig Harbor High School Tides Varsity Football. Dr. Ghidella is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Dupuytren Contracture. Dr. Ghidella is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery, and American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery, Subspecialty In Hand Surgery. Dr. Ghidella is currently accepting new patients.

Craig Arntz, MD is a board certified orthopedic shoulder specialist with 20 years of experience treating problems that often require shoulder surgery, including rotator cuff tears, instability, fractures and shoulder arthritis. Dr. Arntz has advanced training in shoulder surgery with extensive experience in treating the most complex shoulder disorders. Additionally, Dr Arntz is a board-certified hand surgeon. Recognized in the Seattle and Renton community as a shoulder and upper extremity specialist, Dr. Arntz is proud to have had thousands of physician and patient referrals. A Seattle native, Dr. Arntz has co-authored several articles and book chapters about rotator cuff repair and shoulder arthritis reconstruction. Dr. Arntz has particular interest in arthroscopic shoulder repair, rotator cuff surgery and shoulder replacement surgery, including reverse shoulder replacement. Dr. Arntz uses advanced techniques to restore his patients' shoulder and hand comfort and function as quickly and safely as possible. He practices at Valley Orthopedic Associates' Renton clinic. Outside of medicine, Dr. Arntz enjoys to spend time with his family. He also enjoys snow and water skiing, boating and travel. Clinical Focus: Rotator Cuff Repair: Shoulder Arthroscopy Shoulder Joint Replacement Hand and Wrist Arthritis Surgery Hospital Affiliations: Valley Medical Center, Renton University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle Professional Affiliations: Member, American Shoulder & Elbow Surgeons Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery Member, American Society for Surgery of the Hand Board Certifications: Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 1990; Hand Surgery, 1992; Recertified, 2000; Recertified, 2009 Fellowship Training: Shoulder and Elbow Surgery; University of Washington, Seattle Hand Surgery; University of Lund, Malmo, Sweden Residency: University of Washington, 1987; Medical School: University of Washington, 1981 Dr. Arntz is a member of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, and the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Arntz is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Frozen Shoulder. Dr. Arntz is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Arntz is currently accepting new patients.

Margaret Jain is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Silverdale, Washington. Dr. Jain is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Ganglion Cyst, and Fasciotomy. Dr. Jain is board certified in American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery and American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery, Subspecialty In Hand Surgery. Dr. Jain is currently accepting new patients.

Gregory Byrd is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Byrd is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, and Ganglion Cyst. Dr. Byrd is currently accepting new patients.

William Page is a Pediatric Orthopedics specialist and a Hand Surgeon practicing medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Page is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scaphoid Non-Union, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, and Trigger Thumb. Dr. Page is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Galle developed his passion for hand surgery early in his medical training and enjoys treating patients through a combination of patient-focused care, lifelong learning, and a comprehensive team approach from injury to return to sports. He embodies a firm belief that achieving optimal results will positively impact all areas of patients’ lives – both professionally and recreationally. Dr. Galle is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Synovitis, Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Ganglion Cyst, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Galle is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Galle is currently accepting new patients.

Jason Dahl, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in conditions of the hand, wrist, and elbow.Dr. Dahl was raised in Duluth, Minnesota, the son of an operating room circulating nurse and a nurse anesthetist. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Minnesota with a degree in Information Systems. After finishing his undergraduate degree at the University of Minnesota, Dr. Dahl spent several years splitting his time between leading canoe trips in the summer and skiing in places like Big Sky, Montana, and Jackson, Wyoming in the winter. In 2005, Dr. Dahl entered medical school at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and in 2009 began his surgical training at University of Rochester Medical Center in Rochester, New York.Following residency, Dr. Dahl pursued subspecialty fellowship training in hand surgery at the University of Washington and Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, Washington.Dr. Dahl began his career as a private practice physician with Twin Cities Orthopedics in Maple Grove, Minnesota. During his tenure, he was twice selected by his physician peers as a “Rising Star” in Mpls/St. Paul Magazine (2018, 2019).Dr. Dahl is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and holds additional subspecialty certification in surgery of the hand and upper extremity by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. His practice is focused on the surgical treatment of disorders and injuries affecting the hand, wrist, and elbow, with a special interest in complex upper extremity trauma.In his free time, Dr. Dahl enjoys road and mountain biking, backcountry and nordic skiing, playing music (violin, guitar, piano), and spending time with his wife and daughter. Dr. Dahl is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Dupuytren Contracture, Trigger Thumb, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Dahl is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Dahl is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Mary Kate Thayer is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in hand and upper extremity surgery. She cares for both adults and children. Dr. Thayer received her BA in psychology from the University of Washington and her MD from Saint Louis University School of Medicine where she graduated Alpha Omega Alpha (highest honors). She then returned home to the Northwest and completed her Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at the University of Washington. To finalize her training, she relocated to Baltimore, Maryland, and completed a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at the Curtis National Hand Center, one of the top fellowship programs in the country. There, she received world-class training in the treatment of both common and complex disorders of the hand and upper extremity. Dr. Thayer is published in the topics of hand, wrist, and trauma surgery and has presented much of this research at national and local meetings. In addition, she has a passion for mentoring and education. She has participated in the Perry Outreach Program and the Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society’s mentorship program. These programs both share a goal of inspiring young women to become leaders in orthopaedic surgery. Dr. Thayer finds satisfaction in helping patients restore function of their upper extremity to return to work, family, hobbies, and sports. She works directly with patients to develop individualized care plans, both surgical and non-surgical, to achieve these goals. This is achieved through open communication with patients and education about the diagnosis and treatment options. She prides herself on a thorough and thoughtful approach to each patient. She has a special interest in fractures, sports injuries, arthritis, and nerve conditions of the upper extremity. Dr. Thayer is a local Washingtonian. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Lew, and her daughter. She is an avid runner, cooking enthusiast, and Seattle sports fan. Dr. Thayer is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tennis Elbow, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, and Trigger Thumb. Dr. Thayer is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Thayer is currently accepting new patients.

Traci Barthel, MD specializes in hand and wrist surgery. Dr. Barthel practices at Valley Orthopedic Associates' Renton and Covington clinics. Clinical Focus: Hand and Wrist Surgery General Orthopedics Hospital Affiliation: Valley Medical Center, Renton Professional Affiliations: Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery Member, American Society for Surgery of the Hand Board Certification: Diplomate, American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, 2004 Fellowship Training: University of Washington, Hand and Microvascular Surgery, 2002 Residency: Case Western Reserve University, 2001 Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, 1995. Dr. Granston is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ganglion Cyst, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, and Osteoarthritis. Dr. Granston is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Wagner works with patients of all ages to understand their problems in the elbow, wrist and hand and works with them to promote a more functional, pain free upper extremity. Dr. Wagner is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Fasciotomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Wagner is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Wagner is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Miyano graduated from Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine receiving his Medical Doctorate. He specializes in hand surgery and is a practicing physician at Seattle Hand Surgery Group, Swedish Cherry Hill, and Swedish First Hill. Dr. Miyano is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rhizarthrosis, Dupuytren Contracture, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Trigger Thumb. Dr. Miyano is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Miyano is currently accepting new patients.

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 clinical expertise encompasses Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, and Osteotomy. Dr. Hein is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Hein is currently accepting new patients.

Craig Luplow (“Loop-low”), MD, is a fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity surgeon who joined Pacific Rim Orthopedic Surgeons in 2024. He earned his medical degree from the University of Washington and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Ohio State University, followed by a hand and upper extremity fellowship at SUNY Buffalo. His diverse training across the U.S. has shaped him into a compassionate, well-rounded physician.Dr. Luplow specializes in treating orthopedic conditions of the upper extremity, including fractures, arthritis, nerve compressions, and sports injuries. He performs procedures such as carpal tunnel release (endoscopic and open), nerve decompressions, trigger finger release, tendon and ligament repairs, fracture fixation, wrist and elbow arthroscopy, and shoulder arthroplasty. He is committed to providing comprehensive, personalized care to help patients return to the activities they love.Originally from Wyoming, Dr. Luplow and his family are excited to settle in Bellingham. With their two kids and two dogs, they enjoy skiing, backpacking, and river adventures. He also enjoys woodworking, DIY projects, 3D printing, playing guitar, hockey, and learning new skills—his motto: “Always be learning.”. Dr. Luplow is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, and Trigger Thumb.