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Renovations to The Surgery Center

The Puget Sound Surgery Center’s recent renovation was an exciting and eventful project for the PSO team to take on. After looking forward to...
Eating Your Way to Stronger Bones

According to American Bone Health, the three key nutrients that play a crucial role in keeping your bones healthy are calcium, vitamin D and...
Physician Spotlight on Dr. Ghidella

After retiring as a colonel in the military, Dr. Ghidella began his civilian practice at Proliance Puget Sound Orthopaedics in 2010. Throughout his career,...
Puget Sound Surgery Center

One of the aspects that makes Proliance Puget Sound Orthopaedics unique is our on-site ambulatory surgery center, or ASC. Our ASC is called Puget...
Return of Organized Sports in Tacoma

Our local sports fans and parents have been patiently waiting to watch their favorite teams storm the fields, courts and tracks in the Tacoma...
Dr. John T. Heffernan, MD Spotlight

Tacoma Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. John Heffernan enjoys the outside activities the Pacific Northwest has to offer. He and his wife are avid downhill skiers and...
Transformed look, same unwavering commitment

Same care, new look We’re a part of Proliance Surgeons, an organization of independent, locally-owned clinics, providing care to our neighbors in Washington for 20...
Telemedicine Virtual Visits

In response to the Covid-19 crisis, with the safety of our patients and staff top of mind, Puget Sound Orthopaedics is minimizing in-person clinic...
Our Response to COVID-19

Updated 3/19/2020 Your health and safety are our top priority. In compliance with directives from the state and federal government, our clinics are only accepting...

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Hassan – Marla M.

"Dr. Hassan has saved my hands and eliminated a great deal of pain from my life. His knowledge and his professional manner is superior. He has also done my rotator cuff. I recommend him to people all the time. Your office staff is very efficient and always informative and kind." - Marla

Jenkins – Donna B.

"I have recommended Dr. Jenkins' office to several people already!" - Donna

"Mrs. Rades is exceptionally thorough and knowledgeable. She takes great care to explain every element and/or issue." - Bette

Hassan – Anonymous

"Dr. Hassan was very knowledgeable and helpful. He was very clear and gave very good instructions and helpful tips." - Anonymous

"Dr. Smith is great and always made me feel important." - Kevin

Yearian – Anonymous 9 5 19_2

"Dr. Yearian is the best! And Joyce, his medical assistant, makes every appointment an enjoyable experience. Thank you for taking care of me!"

Krumins – Silvia

"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

Hassan – Anthony

Dr. Hassan is probably one of the best listeners I've ever had the pleasure of speaking with. - Anthony

Vaughan – Anonymous

"Both Angie and Dr. Vaughan are incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and caring. I feel very confident in their knowledge, advice, and abilities." - Anonymous

"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

Careers – Kristin C

“Working at Puget Sound Orthopaedics is like working for a big family: everyone cares.” - Kristin C.

Thomas – Anonymous

"Dr. Thomas explained things to me very thoroughly, which put me at ease." - Anonymous

Jenkins – George M.

"Dr. Jenkins is a superb physician who is always up-to-date with my condition and helpful in explaining my problem." - George

"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

Jenkins – Miller I.

"Dr. Jenkins is excellent. I am fortunate to be in his care. The whole staff is superb!" - Miller I.

Coray – Anonymous 11 8 19

"I very much appreciated Dr. Coray’s medical care on the day I really needed to be seen by a doctor. His calm, relaxed demeanor helped me accept the exam and treatment more easily... not what I was expecting! Thank you!"

Krumins – Anonymous 9 5 19

"I love the personalized care I am given every time I have an appointment. Dr. Krumins is fantastic."

Ghidella – Madi H.

"Dr. Ghidella made me feel very comfortable and was so helpful in assisting me in ways to better my wrist." - Madi

Bargren – Abigail

“I had a great experience. Dr. Bargren was very knowledgeable.” - Abigail

Jenkins – Nancy C.

“I am very impressed with Dr. Jenkins. He really put me at ease with what to expect. I would recommend him very highly to anyone who needs shoulder work!” - Nancy

Smith – Charlene

"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

Jenkins – Warren C.

"Dr. Jenkins always explains my injury in terms that I can understand and answers all my questions, taking the extra time with me." - Warren

“I enjoyed talking with Dr. Bede. He looks at you like he is there for you and is in no rush to get to the next 'thing'.” - Allison

Thomas – Anonymous

“We really liked Dr. Thomas. He was so nice and made the experience enjoyable for my daughter.” -Anonymous

Vaughan – Marjorie

"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

Coray – Alexander

"Dr. Coray provided a series of constructive actions to take and explained them in clear and concise terms." - Alexander

Bargren – Anonymous

“Dr. Bargren is always helpful and explains things very well. I always feel like he is giving me his full attention.” - Anonymous

Careers – Alissa F

“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.

Vaughan – Elaine

"Dr. Vaughn has done knee replacement on both of my knees. He is very courteous and has answered every question I have ever had. I would recommend him to everyone." - Elaine

Gray – Anonymous

"Dr. Gray was amazing! He listened to my concerns and came up with a treatment plan that addresses my lifestyle and injuries as well." - Anonymous