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Dr. John Blair, MD
Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 62
Dr. John Blair, MD
1.0 (1 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

Dr. John Blair, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Tacoma, WA.
Dr. John Blair, MD
1.0 (1 Ratings)

Dr. John Blair, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 62
Tacoma, WA
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. John Blair, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Tacoma, WA.
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About Dr. John Blair, MD

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 37 years experience. Dr. Blair currently practices at Proliance Puget Sound Orthopaedics and is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center. Dr. Blair has experience treating conditions like Spinal Stenosis, Lumbar Spinal Stenosis, Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve), Radiculopathy, Lumbar Radiculopathy, Cervical Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Radiculopathy, Lumbosacral Radiculopathy, Lumbar Compression Fracture, Lumbar Spine Fracture, Spinal Cord Injury, Thoracic Compression Fracture and Post-Laminectomy Syndrome among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Blair's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Blair is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Experience and Background Check

Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Radiculopathy
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Spondylolisthesis
Cervical Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Spinal Cord Decompression
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Spine Deformities
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Scoliosis
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Spinal Fusion
Degenerative Disc Disease
Spinal Nerve Block
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Sciatica
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Back Pain
Thoracic Stenosis
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Broken Neck
Pathological Spine Fracture
Spinal Discectomy
Thoracolumbar Radiculopathy
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Myelopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Facet Blocks
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Discitis
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
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Joint Pain
Knee Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Cord Injury
Lumbosacral Plexopathy
Miner's Knee
Muscle Cramping
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Polyneuropathy
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacral Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Schmorl's Nodes
Shoulder Fracture
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Upper Back Pain
Vertebral Column Tumors
Whiplash
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Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Anterior Interbody Lumbar Fusion (ALIF)
Disc Replacement
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Fracture Care
Herniated Disc Surgery
Interlaminar Spacer
Laminoplasty
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulator Implantation
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Posterior Interbody Lumbar Fusion (ALIF)
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Vertebroplasty
Wound Repair

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Feb 08, 2026
Dr.Blair accepted my L&I claim in September. Well not the best experience for sure .Out sourcing my treatment and not allowing my second injection to my neck to take full effect. Only giving 4 days , at that point Dr. Blair stated the injections did not work and stated He was not going to do surgery since the injections failed. and returned me to the job of injury. Actually the first injection did in fact give some days of relief.The Diagnosis doesn’t match the treatment plan. Very hard to see the doctor in a timely manner, which caused my APF to expire before the next visit 2 months later. I called and notified the office and they extended until my next appointment. Not understanding why the sudden change of treatment, from the first visit. 5 months has gone by, still in pain and now looking for another provider to help with my chronic condition that Dr. Blair has diagnosed. I just wish that I could have used my personal insurance for the assault that occurred on the job.
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Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
    Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • ODS Health Plan
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
    First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Group Health Cooperative
  • Cigna
  • Meritain Health
  • National Elevator
  • Aetna
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Commercial Insurance Company
  • First Choice Health
  • Tricare
  • Workers Compensation WC
  • Humana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Curative PPO
    Curative
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Assurant Health
  • National (BlueCard) PPO

Meet Dr. John Blair, MD

Biography
  • Dr. John Blair, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Tacoma, WA and has over 35 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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Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • University of Chicago
    1989
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship
  • Ucsd Medical Center
    1990
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • University Ca San Diego Medical Center
    1994
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Minnesota Medical Center
    1995
Fellowship Hospital
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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: Spinal Stenosis, Lumbar Spinal Stenosis, Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve), Radiculopathy, Lumbar Radiculopathy, Cervical Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Radiculopathy, Lumbosacral Radiculopathy, Lumbar Compression Fracture, Lumbar Spine Fracture, Spinal Cord Injury, Thoracic Compression Fracture and Post-Laminectomy Syndrome. 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 37 years of healthcare experience.

Hospitals Where Dr. John Blair, MD Practices

  • St. Joseph Medical Center

    1717 S J St, Tacoma, WA

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