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Dr. John Blair, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 61
Dr. John Blair, MD
4.3 (141 Ratings)
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Dr. John Blair, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Tacoma, WA.
Dr. John Blair, MD
4.3 (141 Ratings)
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Dr. John Blair, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 61
Tacoma, WA
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience
Dr. John Blair, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Tacoma, WA.

About

Dr. Blair graduated from University of Chicago in 1989 and completed a residency at University Ca San Diego Medical Center.Dr. John Blair, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Tacoma, WA and has 35 years experience. Dr. Blair currently practices at Proliance Puget Sound Orthopaedics and are affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center. Dr. Blair has experience treating conditions like Lumbar Compression Fracture among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Blair received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 141 times. Dr. Blair's office accepts new patients. Dr. Blair is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Locations

  1. 1 Proliance Puget Sound Orthopaedics
    1724 West Union Ave Ste 100, Tacoma, WA 98405

Experience and Background Check

Laminoforaminotomy
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Laminoforaminotomy
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Spinal Stenosis
Back Pain
Broken Neck
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Radiculopathy
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Stenosis
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Facet Blocks
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Fusion
Spinal Nerve Block
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Broken Arm
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chordoma
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Chronic Neck Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Difficulty With Walking
Dural Tear
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Hand Fracture
Hip Sprain
Joint Pain
Knee Sprain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbosacral Plexopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Polyneuropathy
Pseudoarthrosis
Sacral Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Schmorl's Nodes
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracolumbar Radiculopathy
Upper Back Pain
Vertebral Column Tumors
Whiplash
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Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Disc Replacement
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Fracture Care
Herniated Disc Surgery
Interlaminar Spacer
Laminoplasty
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulator Implantation
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Wound Repair

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Blair
4.3
Based on 141 Reviews
5 Stars (108)
4 Stars (10)
3 Stars (3)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (18)

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Patient Reviews
Sep 27, 2024
Dr. Blair is attentive, professional, and caring. It is evident he works as a team with colleagues to provide patients the best outcome and care. This approach carries through with his patients. Dr. Blair seeks for patients to know their diagnosis, procedures, surgery, recovery, and follow up care. He does this with knowledge, understanding, and vast experience. Dr. Blair solves problems by serving patients. He will be patient. He will listen. He will tell you how to navigate healthcare. He will advocate for best practice and his patients.
Heather Miller — Sep 27, 2024
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Insurance Accepted

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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. John Blair, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Tacoma, WA and has over 34 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Chicago in 1989. He specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery.
Biography
Specialties*
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • University of Chicago
    1989
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Ucsd Medical Center
    1990
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Ca San Diego Medical Center
    1994
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Minnesota Medical Center
    1995
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Blair communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Blair offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Blair offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Blair have free onsite parking?
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Does Dr. Blair offer weekend visits?
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Blair, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Blair's profile.

Dr. Blair frequently treats the following conditions: Lumbar Compression Fracture. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Blair, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. John Blair, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Dr. Blair has over 35 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. Joseph Medical Center

    1717 S J St, Tacoma, WA

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