Osteoarthritis of Foot near Shoreline, WA

Care Philosophy: Through personal, attentive care, Dr. Johnson aims to provide the best medical treatment for each patient so they can return to a comfortable, active lifestyle.

Biography: James Lee, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist who sees patients for foot and ankle concerns, with a specialty in wound care management and soft tissue dermatological infections. Recognizing that care is a collaborative effort, Dr. Lee takes the time to get to know his patients and to explore the connection between the environment in which they live, work and play and their health outcomes. His goal is for his patients to remain active and to preserve function and mobility._x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Lee enjoys 20th century literature, volleyball and championing LGBTQ health and equality.

Biography: Dr. Oberg uses a whole-person comprehensive approach in managing musculoskeletal conditions. This may include electrodiagnostic studies, interventional procedures and osteopathic manual medicine, when appropriate.

Care Philosophy: Keith Cummings, DO, is a non-surgical physician working in orthopedics and sports medicine. He sees patients 14 years of age and older. Dr. Cummings treats a variety of orthopedic problems when they don't require surgical intervention, including sports-related injuries and conditions of the peripheral joints, tendons, bursae and nerves. He offers diagnostic ultrasound, orthobiologic injections including platelet-rich (PRP) injections, as well as steroid injections. Dr. Cummings does his best to listen and clearly communicate the treatment options available so he can partner with each patient to make the decisions that best address their unique circumstances and goals. He strives to ensure patients feel comfortable and informed, both when discussing their care plan and during clinic procedures. Dr. Cummings has been named a Seattle Met Top Doctor multiple times. He has extensive experience providing sideline medical coverage for all levels of athletics ranging from high school, the NCAA, the NBA and Olympic-level winter sports. He is a member of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine. Away from work, Dr. Cummings enjoys playing electric guitar, hiking, watching movies, and reading, along with enjoying new foods and exploring new places with his wife.

Care Philosophy: My surgical philosophy is based on patient-centered care. The decision to have an operation is never an easy one, and every patient's circumstances are unique. Every operation involves a partnership of trust between the patient and doctor. My job as a surgeon is to discuss all available treatment options (both surgical and non- surgical), to give honest advice based on the best current evidence, and deliver expertise care using the best techniques available to ensure an excellent outcome.

Care Philosophy: She is passionate about educating patients about their condition and all treatment options that are available to them. She encourages patients and their families to communicate openly allowing them to be a vital member of their healthcare team. Trust and compassion are the values that are most important to her when it comes cultivating the patient-provider relationship, and therefore she strives to make them a priority in every patient interaction.