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Take a look at our recognized providers!

We are excited to announce that  several of our providers were awarded the Seattle Met Top Doc designation. Proliance Orthopedic Associates is dedicated to helping patients receive quality treatment that is tailored to their individual needs. Innovation through collaboration: we apply our surgical and non-surgical expertise with the most current technology in each patient's diagnosis and treatment plan.

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Take a Tour of
Proliance Surgery Center at Valley!

We're celebrating one year of our ambulatory surgery center and want to give you a closer look at our state-of-the-art facility!

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Proliance Surgery Center at Valley

Recognized as Top 20 ASC Performing Most Knee Replacements!

POA is among the top 20 ASCs that performed the most total knee replacement procedures in U.S. in 2022, click through to view the entire list!

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Dr. Barrett Announces Retirement

Dr. Barrett's retirement comes after almost 40 years of service to the international joint replacement community.

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I can’t say enough wonderful things about Dr. Barthel and the entire Proliance Orthopedic Associates staff. I’ve never experienced such thoughtful and compassionate care from a medical facility like I have at Proliance Orthopedic...

- Jessica

Dear Dr. Traci Barthel,I’ve never had someone in your position help me like you did. I want to express my appreciation for everything you did to save my finger. When I came to you I was convinced it would have to be amputated. You gave me hope...

- Jennifer

I’m just another success story on Dr. Barrett’s file. Almost four months out I’m happy to have my new knee. Although rehab is still in progress, I can barely catch up with the knee as it walks all by itself – no pain....

- Oleg G.

My primary care provider referred me to see Dr. Arntz at Proliance Orthopedic Associates in Renton because I was having problems with my shoulder.  I was having extreme pain in my shoulder whenever I would reach out to grab an object, or pick up...

- Regina S

// Craig T. Arntz, M.D.

As someone from out of town, I emailed and got a fast response and set up an appointment. My back was so bad I could hardly walk four steps. Dr. Chilczuk had me x-rayed, and he knew and cared about my pain. I had to run the gamut before I could...

- Bill

// B. Daniel Chilczuk, M.D.

Wow! Am I ever thrilled to have this opportunity to give the highest praise possible to the folks who helped me regain my life! I know this sounds like an exaggeration but, believe me, it is NOT! Proliance Orthopedic Associates and Dr. Craig...

- Elaine

// Craig T. Arntz, M.D.

I am very pleased with the results of my hip replacement surgery last July, 2015. One of my primary goals was to hike with my husband again, and I’ve been able to do that! We have hiked in California, Arizona and many other states this winter...

- Ramona

// Andrew L. Merritt, M.D.

Full right hip replacement by Dr. Barrett 12-19-16.  PAIN-FREE hike up Diamondhead on 7-15-17.  Thank you Proliance Team!!!!

- Brian C.

Five years ago I had my right knee replaced by Dr. Barrett. When my left knee started going out, I knew I needed to make another appointment at Proliance Orthopedic Associates to see. Dr. Barrett.  My first appointment was with PA-C Jana...

- Thomas

// Timothy B. Alton, M.D.

Before surgery, I was limping -- I was unable to lift my left foot to walk properly or ride my motorcycle. Since surgery, I can lift my left foot, walk properly and shift gears on my Harley. Dr. Clark showed me clearly (via x-rays), what and...

- Mark