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Welcome to Puget Sound Orthopaedics

Established in 1990 as Lakewood Orthopaedic Surgeons, Puget Sound Orthopaedics serves the Puget Sound region with comprehensive orthopedic care in musculoskeletal disorders. Our team comprises 16 board-certified surgeons with sub-specialties ranging from joint replacement, shoulder, hand and upper extremity treatment, to sports medicine, spinal and podiatric care. They work with our nine certified physician’s assistants and a 100-member support staff to ensure a high level of contact and ongoing patient education. We work together with the common goal of delivering expert, individualized, and compassionate attention to every patient.

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All PSO surgeons are board certified with extensive training and experience in leading edge surgical techniques in their subspecialties
Heart of PSO

Our core values are honesty, empathy, accountability, respect and teamwork.
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Specialties

Ankle
Back
Elbow
Foot
Hand
Hip
Joint Replacement
Knee
Neck
Shoulder
Sport Medicine
Wrist

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What People are Saying

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"Dr. Jenkins is excellent. I am fortunate to be in his care. The whole staff is superb!" - Miller I.
"Dr. Krumins' work shows that he enjoys what he does. He is ultra-professional." - Edward
"I had a very good experience. Everyone was very helpful. Lindsay was exceptionally helpful." - Mary
"Dr. Smith is an example of professionalism and kindness." - Loralee
"Dr. Smith took care of my problem after several other doctors didn't. He is very competent, knowledgeable and skilled. He is my idea of a real doctor. I would go to him again in an instant." - Phillip
"I was very impressed with Dr. Ghidella's knowledge, honesty, and confidence in his ability to assist me with my hand." - Deborah
"Dr. Blair was very friendly and took time to explain my condition and treatment options in a very understandable language. I will definitely see him again for needed treatment." - Mareike
"I have been going to this office for a couple of years now. Everyone on the team has been absolutely wonderful to me. They are warm and friendly, but retain their professionalism. They do try to make my life easier." - Sherie
“Everyone was great. I would definitely recommend this facility and Dr. Ghidella.” - Anonymous
“At Puget Sound Orthopaedics, you’re not just a small part of a large organization. You are an important member of a team that’s constantly working together to better serve our patients.” - Leslie K.
"I was impressed by Dr. Coray's listening skills and genuine concern for my issues." - Carolyn
"I appreciate Dr. Arroyo's concern for my well-being. He answers and explains all the answers to my questions. He doesn't rush through the visit and he is friendly, objective, and direct to what needs attention. I am very happy he is taking care of my shoulder." - Virginia
"Dr. Bargren shows concern and empathizes with my issues. He asks questions and listens when I talk. I have the utmost confidence in his abilities and knowledge. He is a great doctor and a warm, friendly care provider. He always takes time to explain things clearly." - Gary
"I have a high trust in Dr. Yearian and always recommend him to others." - Marilyn
"Dr. Vaughan and his staff have always been the most courteous and professional. I have nothing but good things to say." - Anonymous
"I will highly recommend Dr. Gray and his staff. Their understanding and service to me is excellent." - Karen
“We really liked Dr. Thomas. He was so nice and made the experience enjoyable for my daughter.” -Anonymous
"I have always gotten great care at Puget Sound Orthopaedics. The doctors I’ve experienced have been medically knowledgeable, willing to share information, are compassionate and caring about me as a patient and not just a surgical prospect." - Barbara
"Dr. Coray went above and beyond, and I truly appreciated his time with us." - Jacob
“Dr. Thomas is one of the friendliest doctors I have seen, and I have seen a lot of doctors for my issues. He made me feel very comfortable and like he cared and wanted to help me figure out how to fix my pain.” - Megan
"I would recommend Dr. Hassan and Puget Sound Orthopaedics to anyone with hand injuries or shoulder problems." - Cheryl
"I have had the best care throughout all my procedures. I have recommend Dr. Vaughn many times. Over the last few years I have had a new right hip, new left knee and treated most recently for a broken arm. I trust the doctors and the wonderful staff at the Gig Harbor and the Tacoma office. Thank you to all." - Marjorie
"Maggie is awesome. Friendly, understanding, and a great person." - Michele
"Dr. Smith has done surgery for me in the past and I was excited to have a referral to see him again. He's a great doctor!" - Cherrie
“I love working at Puget Sound Orthopaedics. My job is challenging and my co-workers are great to work with. Everyone is willing to help you grow.” - Lorie W.
"Dr. Smith showed great care and concern, and initiated a necessary second surgery very efficiently. He showed me x-rays of the repair he needed to do. He spent adequate time with me and my spouse and reviewed medications from the first surgeon in New York." - Charlene
"I love Dr. Gray. He is pleasant, doesn't talk down to me, explains things well, takes time to answer all my questions and did a fabulous job with my total hip replacement surgery!" - Ann
“Sean is an awesome doctor. I am glad he and the clinic are my surgery team.” - James
“Dr. Bargren is always helpful and explains things very well. I always feel like he is giving me his full attention.” - Anonymous
“Dr. Blair explained my condition to me with ease and care. I felt like he really cares about me and helping make my life better! He took his time and answered all my questions.” - Karin

News & Events

Amber Hunter Spotlight

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Joyce Maiuri, MA Spotlight

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