Somatic Nerve Block near Issaquah, WA

Biography: Jonathan Clabeaux, MD, specializes in hip and knee replacement, including total and anterior hip replacement; anterior total hip replacement; hip resurfacing; total and partial knee replacement; minimally invasive hip and knee replacement; and revision hip and knee replacement. He also specializes in hip fractures, osteoporosis and arthritis. Dr. Clabeaux is a well-practiced hip and knee surgeon, doing approximately 350 total joints each year. He partners with each patient to come up with a treatment plan that is tailored to their wants and needs. Dr. Clabeaux finds it incredibly rewarding to be able to make a positive impact in this patients' lives by helping them return to the daily activities we all take for granted. Away from work, Dr. Clabeaux enjoys rowing, mountain biking and traveling.

Biography: Mathew Nicholls, MD, PhD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in conditions of the hip, knee and shoulder as well as fractures. _x000D_ Dr. Nicholls enjoys the opportunity to make someone's life better and help them achieve their mobility goals though both surgical and non-surgical interventions. His goals are to increase motion and function, and eliminate pain. He is often inspired by his patients' drive to heal and to return to their active lifestyles. _x000D_ Dr. Nicholls is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. _x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Nicholls enjoys mountaineering/climbing, skiing, scuba diving and traveling.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Hsu is dedicated to establishing a strong and long-lasting doctor-patient relationship. He encourages patients to make shared decisions on whether surgical intervention is necessary or appropriate. Non-operative management is always discussed and maximized. Under his care, every patient has access to his personal e-mail address so that any questions or concerns are addressed as quickly as possible.

Biography: David Kieras, MD, specializes in sports medicine, fractures, joint replacement and shoulder and knee surgery. Dr. Kieras is aFellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Biography: Dr. Jonathan Hodax, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Seattle, WA. He is 41 years old and has been practicing for 13 years. Dr. Jonathan Hodax, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Alan Barronian, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Burien, WA. He is 66 years old and has been practicing for 40 years. Dr. Alan Barronian, MD is affiliated with St. Anne Hospital.

Biography: Laura Stoll, MD, specializes in hand surgery, shoulder and elbow surgery, minimally-invasive orthopedic surgery, shoulder and elbow replacement surgery, and upper extremity fracture surgery.Away from work, Dr. Stoll enjoys skiing, cycling, mountain biking and football.

Biography: Alvin Ngan, DPM, is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon. He specializes in total ankle replacement, foot and ankle deformity, reconstructive surgery, arthroscopic ankle surgery, and foot and ankle trauma surgery. He holds special medical interest in foot and ankle arthritis, reconstructive surgery and total ankle replacement (TAR) surgery.Dr. Ngan treats his patients as he would wish to be treated, speaks to patients on a personal level and encourages second opinions. A Fellow of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons, he enjoys both the technological and artistic aspects of surgery. He finds it gratifying to be able to use his skills to restore function and mobility and keep his patients moving.Away from work, he enjoys playing and recording music, guitar, photography and food.

Care Philosophy: My goal is to treat the athlete in all of us. I want patients to maintain or exceed their current level of function and fitness. I believe in educating my patients about their injuries so that they have the ability to make good, strong choices about their care.