Radiculopathy near Bremerton, WA

Care Philosophy: The best method of achieving relief from pain comes from routine exercise, dieting and a focus on lifestyle change. I offer a variety of procedures that provide windows of pain relief, from a few months to a few years. During that time, I will help patients focus on diet and exercise so they can change their lives for the better and become more independent.

Care Philosophy: Joshua Shatsky, MD, is an orthopedic spine surgeon whose primary focus is spinal pathology, including degenerative cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine pathology, adult spinal deformity, spine tumor, and cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine trauma. _x000D_ Dr. Shatsky completed one of the most competitive orthopedic traumatology fellowships in the country at Harborview Medical Center and followed that with an intensive interdisciplinary orthopedic and neurosurgical spine fellowship at Harborview Medical Center/University of Washington. Combining the two orthopedic disciplines has given him a unique perspective and skills, allowing him to address many challenging spinal and traumatic pathologies. _x000D_ Dr. Shatsky is a member of the North American Spine Society (NASS), a candidate member of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA) and a candidate member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Biography: Dr. Jon Hillyer, MD is an Anesthesiology Specialist who practices in Bremerton, WA. He is 64 years old and has been practicing for 34 years. Dr. Jon Hillyer, MD is affiliated with St. Michael Medical Center-Silverdale.

Care Philosophy: I strive to help patients understand the complexities of brain and spine surgery so they can be fully empowered to choose and participate in the care of their disease.

Care Philosophy: Lance L. Bear, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who provides expert surgical care for a variety of general orthopedic conditions, with particular interest in surgery of the hand. Whether he is treating a sports-related injury, a repetitive stress condition or an osteoporosis-related fracture, Dr. Bear partners with his patients to develop customized solutions that will get them back to actively living the life they love. A member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Dr. Bear is committed to making a difference in his patients' lives through expert, compassionate care.

Care Philosophy: Initially I was attracted to the field of Neurology due to the unique and fascinating aspects of the nervous system However I ve found that in the actual practice of neurology my greatest satisfaction and personal fulfillment has come through working with patients with neurologic conditions to help them improve their lives Current neurologic practice now emphasizes earlier diagnosis and treatment of many previously untreatable neurologic conditions Working at The Doctors Clinic helps me achieve this goal by providing easy rapid access to first rate diagnostic tools and close interaction with a wide range of skilled compassionate physicians across a wide spectrum of specialties While several neurologic disorders are curable and many others amenable to treatment with available state of the art procedures and medications I find that in all cases a combination of a caring attitude patient education and good communication allows me to assist people to improve their mental and physical health It s been a great pleasure and privilege to have met and cared for over 22 000 patients in my 15 years of practice and I plan on continuing to be The Doctors Clinic neurologist for many years to come

Care Philosophy: Gregory Duff, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder surgery andsports medicine. His surgical interests include themanagement of the unstable knee, shoulder andelbow in the competitive athlete. He performsarthroscopic reconstructive surgery on all major joints. _x000D_ Dr. Duff works with an extended team of athletictrainers, physical therapists, physician assistants andoffice staff optimizing care specific to the unique needsof the individual athlete. His goal is to utilize the team'straining and skill to effectively and compassionatelyserve athletes in their desire to return to play. _x000D_ Dr. Duff is a member of the American Academy ofOrthopaedics and Sports Medicine as well AAOS,WSMA and KCMS. _x000D_ Active in his community, he is the team physician forOlympic College, Kitsap Pumas (PDLS), West SoundWarriors Junior A Hockey team, Klahowya SecondarySchool and Kitsap Blue Jackets. He also providesphysician support for annual events such as wrestlingmeets and the Triturtle Sprint Triathlon. He is a Level4 certified ice hockey coach and assistant coach toboth his sons' teams. He plays for the Westsound BoneCrushers, but skis and travels with his wife and boys.

Care Philosophy: Dawson Brown, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a special interest in sports medicine and open and complex shoulder reconstruction. _x000D_ Dr. Brown believes in giving his patients time; not only to adequately hear their symptoms, concerns and goals, but also to provide them education and insight into their condition so they can make informed decisions about their treatment. The best outcomes, whether surgical or non-surgical, depend on mutual respect and understanding, excellent technical ability, clinical acumen and shared accountability. _x000D_ Dr. Brown is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Arthroscopy Association of North America and American Academy of Orthopedic Sports Medicine. _x000D_ Dr. Brown volunteers his time and expertise as the team physician for South Kitsap High School and Bainbridge High School, and serves on their Athletic Medicine advisory boards. WATCH VIDEO:Dr. Brown explains rotator cuff repair surgery.

Biography: Dr. Guy Klein is an Orthopedic Surgeon with fellowship training and expertise in both adult reconstruction (hip and knee replacement) and orthopedic trauma (the care of adult and pediatric fractures). Dr. Klein utilizes a muscle sparing, minimally invasive anterior approach for hip replacement to help patient go through the surgery process with less pain and a more rapid recovery. During his fellowship training at Charleston Area Medical Center, Dr. Klein developed expertise in complex primary and revision (re-do) hip and knee replacement. He was also part of the orthopedic trauma team at this busy level 1 trauma center that took care of many severe adult and pediatric fractures. Prior to fellowship training, Dr. Klein performed his orthopedic residency training at University Hospitals of Cleveland and attended medical school at Ohio University. Dr. Klein performs hip and knee replacement with minimally invasive and cutting edge techniques. He utilizes an advanced, ``state of the art`` protocol to help control patient's pain after surgery. Dr. Klein specializes in hip and knee joint replacement as well as adult and pediatric fracture care. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction (ICJR), and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS). He has presented orthopedic research at national and international meetings. His many research articles and book chapters have been published in national orthopedic journals including the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (JBJS) and the Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics.

Care Philosophy: My goals are to engage patients in treatment decisions and encourage them to be active participants in their care; I believe in listening to patients first and foremost and having them dictate treatment choices. I don't always save lives, but I believe as a hand surgeon I am saving lifestyles—allowing all people to get back to doing what makes them happy as best they can—whether that is a hobby, an occupation, a sport or caring for their loved ones.

Care Philosophy: Omar Abdul Hadi, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in primary and revision joint replacement surgery of the hip and knee. His primary interest is in minimally invasive anterior hip replacement and MAKO robotic assisted knee replacement in adult patients. _x000D_ Dr. Abdul Hadi strives to eliminate pain and restore comfort and mobility through expert orthopedic care tailored to each individual and delivered with courtesy and respect. He encourages patients to assist in the formation of the best possible treatment plan for themselves. _x000D_ Dr. Abdul Hadi is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. _x000D_

Care Philosophy: Christopher Quarles, MD, FAAFP, is a board-certified family medicine physician who cares for patients from infancy through geriatrics. Dr. Quarles strives to deliver quality care with an emphasis on preventive health and continuity of care. He partners with his patients to improve their health and the health of their families. Dr. Quarles is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice, American Medical Association and American Association for Physician Leadership. He served 27 years with the U.S. Navy, including two years as commanding officer at Naval Hospital Bremerton. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, running and reading.

Care Philosophy: Mary Heady, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician offering quality primary care for the whole person. Dr. Heady believes each patient is the captain of his or her own ship. As such, she encourages patients to ask questions and be honest with themselves and with her so that she can assist in creating an optimal treatment plan. She encourages patients to invest in their health as they do other personal assets, so they may fully enjoy all that life has to offer. Dr. Heady is a member of the American Board of Family Medicine and American Academy of Family Physicians. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring new trails, adventuring with her German shorthaired pointers, camping and gardening.

Biography: Adrienne Lopata, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician and a fellow of the American College of Physicians. Her focus is in primary care, with a special medical interest in working with older patients to enhance and maintain independence and quality of life.As an internist, Dr. Lopata is trained to prevent, diagnose and treat chronic disease. She partners with her patients to manage a range of chronic conditions, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, thyroid disease, kidney disease and more. She collaborates with specialists when necessary to deliver the highest-quality medical care to her patients.When she is not working, Dr. Lopata enjoys running, traveling, and playing with her dogs.

Biography: Jillian Worth, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician with special medical interests in eating disorders, adolescent health, women's health and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ) Care. _x000D_ Dr. Worth especially enjoys working with adolescents and helping them to feel comfortable enough to share their concerns. She loves her ``Good Doctor Days,`` which she defines as those days when she feels connected with her patients and helps them find their own strength and do their own healing. _x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Worth enjoys hiking, biking and playing roller hockey with her husband and two sons.