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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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"Maggie was very professional and honest. It was a pleasure to know that there are still good providers who take pride in caring for their patients first. Thank you for that.” -Jose R.
“Dr. Bargren is always helpful and explains things very well. I always feel like he is giving me his full attention.” -Anonymous
"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
"Dr. Yearian has provided me with exceptional care for nearly 20 years." -Roger E.
"I was impressed by Dr. Coray's listening skills and genuine concern for my issues." -Carolyn C.
"I would recommend Dr. Gray to anyone seeking a professional doctor who cares about his patients' well-being." - Quentin
"Dr. Hassan is always polite, understands my problems, and explains treatment in a way I can understand." -Dennis B.
"Doctor 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 S.
"Dr. Jenkins is a superb physician who is always up-to-date with my condition and helpful in explaining my problem." -George M.
"I will highly recommend Dr. Gray and his staff. Their understanding and service to me is excellent." - Karen
"When Dr. Krumins saw me he took as much time as was needed to discuss my case - he did not rush at all and was exceptionally thorough." -Gregg G.
“We really liked Dr. Thomas. He was so nice and made the experience enjoyable for my daughter.” -Anonymous
“Puget Sound Orthopaedics is the most positive place I have ever worked. My co-workers and our providers all work together to give the best patient care. We are all a great team.” –Alissa F.
“Everyone was great. Dr. Vaughan was extremely helpful and informative.” - Paul
"I would highly rate this staff at this office and look forward to having them take care of me as needed in the future." -Adam R.
"Dr. Gray and his staff are terrific. I am very confident in how he addressed and treated me." - Jim
"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 S.
"Your staff were very courteous and welcoming! Dr. Blair answered all my questions in a very thorough and patient manner." -Michael F.
“I had a great experience; Dr. Bargren was very knowledgeable.” -Abigail
"Words can’t express how grateful I am for Dr. Peter Krumins and his fantastic surgical team at Puget Sound Orthopaedics. Thank you for taking care of me! I can’t believe how great I feel after the surgery! I know it will take some time but I will be back dancing, working out and doing all the things I love!!! My deepest gratitude to you all!" - Silvia
"I have been a patient of Dr. Michael Martin for 11 years. In that time, Dr. Martin has always been up front about my treatment plan. He has always been professional, kind and caring." - Steven
"Maggie is awesome. Friendly, understanding, and a great person." - Michele
"Dr. Blair spent a good deal of time with me and was clearly confident in his assessment and treatment options for my condition." -Peter L.
“He is the most amazing doctor. I can’t even begin to stress the gratitude I have for him and the care I received.” -Gabriella S.
"Dr. Ghidella has taken great care of me through this difficult journey. I would recommend him to anyone who needed orthopedic surgery." -Kristina H.
“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 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. Blair was very efficient and straightforward regarding my situation, diagnosis and treatment options. I felt confident of his care.” -Stephen N.
"Dr. Arroyo is kind, listens well and explained my condition in laymen's terms. If I require surgery in the future for rotator cuff injury, he will be the one I will have do it." -Verla L.
"Dr. Vaughan is always friendly, engaged, and excellent at explaining what's going on. I trust him." - Barbara

News & Events

Alan Thomas MD PhD Spotlight

One bright and early morning as I was coming into work I noticed one of our physicians walking in across the parking lot. We...
Sandy Yoeun Spotlight

Sandy Yoeun had a very early start with Puget Sound Orthopaedics; in fact, it was so early that we were called Lakewood Orthopaedic Surgeons...
John Blair MD Spotlight

“I don’t know why I chose to practice medicine, it just seemed like fun. And I’m glad I did,” says our orthopedic spine surgeon...