Michael Martin, MD Michael Martin, MD
Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
Fellowship-Trained Spine Surgeon

Dr. Martin brings his advanced training in spinal medicine and surgical techniques to the practice. After medical school at Wayne State University, he completed his general surgery and orthopedic surgery residencies at the University of Medicine and Dentistry in New Jersey. He did his spine medicine and surgery fellowship in San Francisco, and was board certified in 1995. Dr. Martin is also a senior member of Puget Sound Spine Institute, a multidisciplinary collaboration of spine specialists with over 20 years of service in Western Washington.

Affiliated with a number of professional associations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, North American Spine Society, and Tacoma Orthopaedic Society, Dr. Martin is currently an investigator in a nationwide FDA clinical trial involving a less invasive lumbar spinal stenosis treatment he helped develop. He is also actively involved in developing other innovative treatments and devices for the treatment of diseases and conditions of the spine.

“We see ourselves as teachers and facilitators in helping people heal themselves. That’s why our high quality, compassionate care includes spending time educating patients about their condition and providing a personalized treatment plan that works for them.”

In addition to his community volunteer efforts, including coaching youth sports, Dr. Martin enjoys spending time with his wife and children, biking, skiing and cooking.

Meet Our Providers

  • Julian Arroyo, MD
    Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
    Fellowship-Trained Shoulder Surgeon
  • Brandt Bede, MD
    Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
  • John Blair, MD
    Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
    Fellowship-Trained Spine Surgeon
  • Spencer Coray, MD
    Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
    Fellowship-Trained Sports Medicine Surgeon
  • Sean D. Ghidella, MD
    Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery/Hand Surgery
  • Dale Hirz, MD
    Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Michael Martin, MD
    Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
    Fellowship-Trained Spine Surgeon
  • Gavin Smith, DPM
    Board Certified Podiatric Surgeon
    Fellowship-Trained Podiatric Medicine Foot & Ankle Surgeon
  • Steven Teeny, MD
    Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
    Fellowship-Trained Lower Extremity Reconstruction Surgeon
  • Alan Thomas, MD, PhD
    Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
    Fellowship-Trained Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeon
  • Puget Sound Orthopaedic Provider Team
    Stephen Cox, PA-C
    Katie Hadley, ARNP
    Nicholas Harrison, PA-C
    Maggie Lyman, PA-C
    Lindsay Rades, PA-C
    Tiffany Sande, PA-C