An Exciting Move Coming in March – I’m Moving to The Polyclinic!
I’m excited to announce that starting in March of this year, I will be relocating my practice from UW Medicine – Northwest Hospital Medical Center / The Sports Medicine Clinic, to The Polyclinic. I have strived to become the best shoulder surgeon in Seattle, and I believe that many of my current patients are believers […]
The In’s & Out’s of Outpatient Shoulder Surgery
Outpatient surgery is any type of surgery that does not require the patient to stay overnight in hospital. It is also known as ambulatory surgery, same-day surgery, day surgery. Many knee, shoulder, eye, spine and other surgeries can be performed in outpatient settings. Outpatient surgery helps to keep hospital costs down and allows the patient […]
5 Shoulder Exercises for Frozen Shoulder Recovery
Frozen shoulder syndrome (also known as adhesive capsulitis) is a condition in which the shoulder joint becomes stiff and painful, and motion is limited. Symptoms usually begin slowly and worsen over time. In most cases, however, symptoms resolve within 1-3 years. Those most at risk of developing frozen shoulder include women recovering from a mastectomy […]
Seeing an Outpatient Shoulder Surgeon vs. Classic Inpatient Surgeon
Many patients requiring shoulder surgery many have their procedure performed at an clinic by an outpatient shoulder surgeon. Outpatient surgery is any procedure that does not require the patient to stay overnight in hospital. It is also known as ambulatory surgery, same-day surgery, day surgery. A number of shoulder surgeries can be performed on an […]
5 Great Rotator Cuff Surgery Recovery Exercises
Recovery from rotator cuff surgery can be improved by engaging in a variety of short, daily exercises. Your surgeon may recommend a specific conditioning program to follow, or you may like to try these exercises at home. Rotator cuff surgery recovery exercises should be first approved by a health professional, as they will only be […]
A Look Into the Most Common Elbow Injuries
If you’ve ever bumped your elbow, you’ll know about the sharp, unpleasant pain it can cause. This is called your ‘funny bone’ – although it’s often less than funny! Fortunately, most funny bone sensations are from minor knocks to the ulnar nerve, and only last a short time. But when pain or discomfort persists – […]
How Long is Outpatient Shoulder Surgery Recovery Time?
Outpatient surgery is any type of surgery performed in a clinical setting without an overnight stay in hospital. Also known as ambulatory surgery or day surgery, outpatient surgery can cover a number of procedures, including shoulder surgery. Arthroscopic surgery is a type of shoulder surgery usually performed in an outpatient setting. Depending on the individual […]
6 of the Most Common Baseball Injuries Players Suffer From
If you’re a baseball player, you probably know what the infamous Tommy John surgery is! Tommy John surgery, or TJS, is a procedure involving replacement of the ulnar collateral ligament in the medial elbow: usually with a tendon taken from the patient’s own body (or from a donor). It’s a surgery most commonly performed on […]
What is an AC Joint Injury? How Do I Experience AC Joint Pain Relief?
The AC joint (acromioclavicular joint) is at the top of the shoulder between the collarbone and shoulder blade.This is the joint that allows your arm to move over your head and across your body. It also supports your ability to pull, push and lift. The AC joint is supported by a number of ligaments that […]
Types of Outpatient Procedures
Did you know that the number of outpatient procedures is said to have tripled in the past 30 years? With various types of outpatient procedures, these types of procedures are occurring almost as frequently as in-hospital surgeries. Outpatient surgery allows the patient to go home on the same day, reducing costs for the patient and […]
