3 Best Orthopedics in Tacoma, WA

“Dr. Richard E. Gray obtained his medical degree from Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL. He completed his Orthopedic Surgery residency at Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL. He completed his Spinal Surgery Fellowship at Minnesota Spine Center, Minneapolis, MN. He is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with over 40 years of experience. Dr. Richard aims to collaborate with his patients and their families to accurately and clearly define their problems. He provides understandable treatment options and carries out the plan with professional, precise, and expert care. Dr. Richard has the perspective to advise on the best surgical procedure for the patient as an individual if it's an option.”

“Dr. John M. Blair received his medical education at the University of Chicago Medicine, Chicago, IL. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of California, San Diego Medical Center, San Diego, CA. He completed his spine and scoliosis fellowship at the John H. Moe Spine Fellowship, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and has over 34 years of experience. He is a fellowship-trained spine surgeon who specializes in treating degenerative cervical and lumbar spine conditions. Dr. John M. Blair treats a wide range of spinal conditions with expertise in deformities of the spine, such as scoliosis and major reconstructive spine surgery. He is constantly learning new and innovative skills to serve his patients. Dr. John M. Blair is engaged in his local community, participating in lectures on the latest innovations in spinal care and attending quarterly Puget Sound Spine Society meetings. He works in Tacoma, WA, and 6 other locations.”

“Dr. Patrick J. Vaughan completed his medical degree at Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC. He completed his Orthopaedic Surgery residency at the Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA. Dr. Vaughan has a special interest in sports medicine, arthroscopy, and knee and hip joint replacement. He believes that the physician-patient relationship is essential in the treatment process. He takes time to understand each patient's unique circumstances and recommends the best treatment option accordingly. Dr. Vaughan served in the U.S. Navy from 2001 to 2005 at the Naval Hospital Pensacola as a staff orthopedic surgeon. Dr. Patrick J. Vaughan is the medical director and team orthopedic surgeon for the Tacoma Rainiers (AAA franchise of the Seattle Mariners). Dr. Patrick J. Vaughan provides a combination of compassionate care and technical expertise.”