OPA News
Should I Go to Urgent Care or See an Orthopedic Specialist?
So, here’s the thing. You just rolled your ankle stepping off a curb. It’s puffing up, you can sort of walk on it, and now you’re on your phone trying
Health Insurance & Surgery in 2027 – What To Know
Having Orthopedic Surgery in 2027? Make Sure Your Insurance Information Is Up to Date If you’re planning to have orthopedic surgery in 2027, there’s one important step to add to
Torn ACL Recovery Timeline: How Long Does an ACL Tear Take to Heal?
What Is an ACL Tear? The anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, runs through the center of your knee and keeps your shin bone from sliding forward under your thigh bone.
When Is Joint Pain Serious Enough to See an Orthopedic Doctor?
Joint pain has a way of making you second-guess yourself. One morning your knee feels fine, the next it throbs when you stand, and you wonder if this is just
OPA Once Again Takes Gold in the Seattle Times ‘Best in the PNW’ 2026
OPA is pleased to announce that, for the third year in a row, we have secured Gold in the Seattle Times ‘Best in the PNW’ for Orthopedics!! Winning gold 3
‘Bellevue ProClub’ Changes Name to ‘Bay Club Bellevue’
A New Name But The Same OPA Location You may have noticed a new name at our Bellevue location. ProClub Bellevue is now Bay Club Bellevue! While the name
Protect Same-Day Care for Medicare Patients
Medicare is considering a payment policy that could create a financial disincentive for physicians to provide medically necessary evaluation and treatment during the same visit. Why this matters: Patients should
Meet NORA – Your New Virtual Scheduling Assistant!
At OPA Ortho, we recently implemented AI agents to assist our patients in scheduling appointments, answer common questions and even leave messages for their care team. Introducing Nora – the
Can an ACL Tear Heal Without Surgery?
You heard a pop. Your knee swelled up fast. Now you’re sitting in front of a screen, wondering if surgery is your only option. Here’s the good news: not every
Daily Stretching Routine for Beginners
You do not need a gym membership, special equipment, or an hour of free time to take better care of your body. A handful of simple stretching exercises, done for