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Orthopaedic Surgeons in Washington

Orthopaedic surgeons specialise in bones, joints, muscles and ligaments, with and without surgery. Below are 38 orthopaedic surgeons practising in Washington, across Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma, Vancouver, Kirkland and Spokane, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Orthopaedic Surgeons in Washington

  1. Jimmy H. Daruwalla, MD Orthopaedics Seattle, WA 98122
  2. Ashit C. Patel, MD Orthopaedics Bellevue, WA 98004
  3. Jean M. Walsh, MD Orthopaedics Tacoma, WA 98405
  4. Alexandra Makenzie, DO Orthopaedics Vancouver, WA 98686
  5. James R. Robbins, MD Orthopaedics Kirkland, WA 98034
  6. Matthew K. Wallace, MD Orthopaedics Spokane, WA 99208
  7. Robin L. Madsen, MD Orthopaedics Everett, WA 98201
  8. Alexander Willis, MD Orthopaedics Mount Vernon, WA 98273
  9. Bradley C. Christ, MD Orthopaedics Olympia, WA 98502
  10. Adam Cota, MD Orthopaedics Port Angeles, WA 98362
  11. Steven J. Bruce, MD Orthopaedics Bellingham, WA 98225
  12. Walter J. Hales, MD Orthopaedics Richland, WA 99352
  13. Frederic L. Johnstone, MD Orthopaedics Puyallup, WA 98374
  14. William P. Barrett, MD Orthopaedics Renton, WA 98055
  15. Michael J. Rossi, MD Orthopaedics Wenatchee, WA 98801
  16. Erin P. Moyer, MD Orthopaedics Silverdale, WA 98383
  17. Robert N. Greene, MD Orthopaedics Yakima, WA 98902
  18. Patrick J. Vaughan, MD Orthopaedics Lakewood, WA 98499
  19. Sravya P. Vajapey, MD Orthopaedics Edmonds, WA 98026
  20. David M. Kieras, MD Orthopaedics Federal Way, WA 98003
  21. Brian D. Jones, DO Orthopaedics Burien, WA 98166
  22. Erik C. Gryler, MD Orthopaedics Walla Walla, WA 99362
  23. Michael J. Sailer, MD Orthopaedics Issaquah, WA 98029
  24. Tiffany C. Liu Orthopaedics Longview, WA 98632
  25. Chad G. Williams, MD Orthopaedics Sunnyside, WA 98944
  26. Katharine I. Mangan, MD Orthopaedics Bremerton, WA 98312
  27. James D. Livermore, MD Orthopaedics Coupeville, WA 98239
  28. Richard P. Martin, MD Orthopaedics Enumclaw, WA 98022
  29. Daniel L. Rodkey, MD Orthopaedics Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA 98431
  30. Samuel J. Strebel, MD Orthopaedics Prosser, WA 99350
  31. Arpun K. Bajwa, MD Orthopaedics Gig Harbor, WA 98332
  32. Ada Cheung, MD Orthopaedics Auburn, WA 98001
  33. Rodney E. Johnson, MD Orthopaedics Arlington, WA 98223
  34. Uel D. Hansen, MD Orthopaedics Kennewick, WA 99336
  35. Kenneth C. Lin, MD Orthopaedics Monroe, WA 98272
  36. Michael D. Barnard, MD Orthopaedics Shelton, WA 98584
  37. Martin A. Collier, MD Orthopaedics Oak Harbor, WA 98278
  38. Lucas S. Harvey, MD Orthopaedics Centralia, WA 98531

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see an orthopaedic surgeon

Common reasons

  • Knee, hip and shoulder pain
  • Back and neck problems
  • Sports injuries and fractures
  • Arthritis
  • Recovery after joint surgery

Signs it may be time

  • Joint pain limits your daily life
  • An injury is not improving after a few weeks
  • Your primary care doctor or physical therapist referred you
  • You are deciding whether surgery makes sense

How to get the most from your orthopaedic surgeon visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • X-rays or MRI reports and discs, if you have them
  • Notes on what movements make the pain worse or better
2

During: questions to ask

  • What is causing the pain, and what are my options without surgery?
  • If surgery is an option, what does recovery look like?
  • What activities should I avoid or keep doing?
  • How will we know if things are improving?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • Pain level each day and what you were doing
  • Physical therapy exercises completed
  • Sleep and swelling

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

Recovery happens at home, one day at a time. Tracking pain, exercises and progress lets your surgeon or physical therapist see whether you are on track, and catch setbacks early. Emerge Care, free to download on iPhone, is built for exactly that: tell it how you feel in your own words, get plain answers with the source behind every fact, and walk into your next orthopaedic surgeon appointment in Washington with a one-page summary and your questions ready.

  • Log symptoms and side effects by talking
  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
  • Health records stay on your iPhone
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Questions

How do I find an orthopaedic surgeon in Washington?

This page lists 38 orthopaedic surgeons practising in Washington, including Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma, Vancouver, Kirkland and Spokane, from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon in Washington?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first orthopaedic surgeon appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; X-rays or MRI reports and discs, if you have them; Notes on what movements make the pain worse or better.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon?

Many insurance plans need one; some do not. Check your plan before booking.

Does seeing an orthopaedic surgeon mean I need surgery?

No. Many conditions are treated without surgery, with physical therapy, activity changes or injections.

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