SomaticNerveBlock near Olympia, WA

Care Philosophy: Seth John Stankus, DO, is a board-certified neurologist with over 20 years of experience. Dr. Stankus enjoys all aspects of clinical neurology with particular interest in epilepsy, electroencephalography and multiple sclerosis.

Care Philosophy: My goal as your orthopaedic surgeon is to get you back to the activities you love as safely and efficiently as possible. I pride myself on my ability to truly listen to my patients and understand their goals. Whether your passions lie in extreme athletic endeavors, exercising regularly, being able to throw a football with your child, or if your goal is simply to be pain-free as you navigate your daily activities, I am deeply committed to helping you return to the level of function that makes you happy and whole. Early in my career I gained invaluable expertise by completing two separate intensive specialty training programs in complex shoulder surgery and sports medicine surgery. These fellowships, along with my ongoing focus upon staying current with the latest orthopaedic surgical techniques, allow me to achieve the best possible outcomes for my patients. I will work with you one-on-one to arrive at the optimal approach to your orthopaedic problem. I look forward to helping you!

Care Philosophy: Lance L. Bear, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who provides expert surgical care for a variety of general orthopedic conditions, with particular interest in surgery of the hand. Whether he is treating a sports-related injury, a repetitive stress condition or an osteoporosis-related fracture, Dr. Bear partners with his patients to develop customized solutions that will get them back to actively living the life they love. A member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Dr. Bear is committed to making a difference in his patients' lives through expert, compassionate care.

Biography: Dr. Kate Bedrin, MD is a Neurology Specialist who practices in Federal Way, WA. She is 34 years old. Dr. Kate Bedrin, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Initially I was attracted to the field of Neurology due to the unique and fascinating aspects of the nervous system However I ve found that in the actual practice of neurology my greatest satisfaction and personal fulfillment has come through working with patients with neurologic conditions to help them improve their lives Current neurologic practice now emphasizes earlier diagnosis and treatment of many previously untreatable neurologic conditions Working at The Doctors Clinic helps me achieve this goal by providing easy rapid access to first rate diagnostic tools and close interaction with a wide range of skilled compassionate physicians across a wide spectrum of specialties While several neurologic disorders are curable and many others amenable to treatment with available state of the art procedures and medications I find that in all cases a combination of a caring attitude patient education and good communication allows me to assist people to improve their mental and physical health It s been a great pleasure and privilege to have met and cared for over 22 000 patients in my 15 years of practice and I plan on continuing to be The Doctors Clinic neurologist for many years to come

Biography: Dr. James Schlenker, MD is a Plastic Surgery Specialist who practices in Seattle, WA. He is 53 years old. Dr. James Schlenker, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Stacee Kessinger, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle surgery. Her education, as both a physician and orthopedic surgeon, allows her to identify and treat the complex medical, musculoskeletal and neurological problems which can contribute to foot and ankle pathology. _x000D_ Dr. Kessinger's approach to care is, first and foremost, to treat each patient as she would expect a member of her own family to be treated. She believes in spending the time to conduct a thorough medical history and examination of the problem at hand, and she strives to offer both surgical and non-surgical treatment options. _x000D_ Dr. Kessinger believes it is of the utmost importance to provide each patient with the education necessary to fully understand their condition and make an informed treatment decision. She is convinced that patient education and participation are critical elements to a successful outcome. _x000D_

Biography: Dr. Halpin is a native of Olympia and graduated from Capital High School before attending Brown University in Rhode Island where he earned a degree in Chemistry with Honors. He graduated medical school from Northwestern University and remained there to complete a residency in the Department of Neurological Surgery. During that time he also spent one year doing advanced training in complex spinal deformity and minimally invasive spine surgery. Dr. Halpin was awarded the Susan Perlman award during his chief resident year, given to the senior resident who best exemplifies academic excellence, special leadership skills, and compassion for patients. He joined Olympia Orthopaedic Associates in 2011 and sees patients in our Westside location. Dr. Halpin is a member of the South Sound Gamma Knife® Team at St. Joseph.

Biography: Dr. Stacie Donion, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Tacoma, WA. She is 56 years old and has been practicing for 28 years. Dr. Stacie Donion, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: He strives to create active partnerships with his patients to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Care Philosophy: I strive to help patients understand the complexities of brain and spine surgery so they can be fully empowered to choose and participate in the care of their disease.