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Joseph F Woodward, MD

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Specialty
Hand Surgery, Wrist Surgery
Practice Name
EvergreenHealth Hand Surgery
Primary Address
12039 NE 128th Street, Suite 400
Kirkland, WA 98034
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Primary Phone
(425) 899-4810
Primary Fax
(425) 899-4811
Practice Website
https://www.evergreenhealth.com/hand-surgery
Accepted Insurances
Clinical Expertise
Hand and wrist fractures and trauma (bone tendon injuries, distal radius fractures)
Minimally invasive and endoscopic hand and wrist surgery
Compressive neuropathies (including endoscopic carpal tunnel release)
Radial nerve compression
Dupuytren's disease (Xiaflex injection and surgery)
Wrist arthroscopy
Hand and wrist arthritis
Tendonopathies, including tennis elbow, golfer?s elbow, trigger fingers, tendonitis
Tumors of the hand, wrist, forearm, including:skin cancers, ganglion cysts, lipomas, giant cell tumors, neurofibromas
Credentials
Board Certified in Hand Surgery
Practicing Since
2012
Experience
I am a fellowship-trained hand surgeon, providing care for both elective hand problems and hand trauma. During my plastic surgery residency training, I developed skills in soft tissue handling and wound management. In my orthopedic hand fellowship, I learned a variety of surgical techniques from mentors who trained with the pioneers of hand surgery. My combined training in plastic and orthopedic surgery complement each other in my approach to complicated surgical issues.
Philosophy
My philosophy is one of informed choice. Every procedure comes with risks and benefits, and my goal is to help each patient understand what their options are in order to make the best choice for their situation. This is especially important in hand surgery because not every condition has a single, clear treatment and multiple options may be presented. I feel that my patients appreciate that I try to take the time necessary for everyone to understand their condition, its treatment options, and the outcome they might expect before they make their decision, as well as guide them through their recovery.
Personal Information
I was raised in Stanwood, a small town north of Seattle. Following my education and training, I spent five years in practice in Eugene, Oregon before returning home to the Puget Sound area in 2017.
In my spare time, I enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, snowboarding, golf and spending time with my twin son and daughter. My wife, a nurse educator, and I also appreciate fine coffee, traveling and exploring the world of wine.
Medical School
University of Washington School of Medicine | Seattle, WA
Residency
University of Washington (general surgery) | Seattle, WA
Fellowship
University of California, San Francisco (plastic surgery) | San Franciso, CA; University of California, Irvine (hand surgery) | Orange, CA
 
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Patient Satisfaction Reviews

Criteria

87 patients rated this physician.

The Provider Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Provider Explanations Easy to Understand
4.8
Provider Listened Carefully
4.7
Provider Gave Easy to Understand Instructions
4.8
Provider Knew Medical History
4.2
Provider Showed Respect
4.9

Patient Comments (13 comments)

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of EvergreenHealth.
Reviewed on July 29, 2020
Really appreciate this honesty. It was for a 2nd opinion & we never pressured me into any treatment/decision.
Reviewed on June 24, 2020
He is quick and to the point. Thank you.
Reviewed on May 13, 2020
efficient
Reviewed on April 29, 2020
Good.
Reviewed on March 4, 2020
Dr. Woodward has a very good bedside manner and I have great confidence in his skills and knowledge. I would highly recommend him to friends and family.
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