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Dr. Joseph Shung, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 38
Dr. Joseph Shung, MD
5.0 (2 Ratings)
Dr. Joseph Shung, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Tacoma, WA.
Dr. Joseph Shung, MD
5.0 (2 Ratings)

Dr. Joseph Shung, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 38
Tacoma, WA
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12 years of experience
Dr. Joseph Shung, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Tacoma, WA.

About Dr. Joseph Shung, MD

Dr. Shung graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 2014 and completed a residency at Orthopedic Surgery Residency, University Of South Alabama-Mobile Al. Dr. Joseph Shung, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Tacoma, WA and has 12 years experience. Dr. Shung currently practices at Multicare Orthopedics & Sports Medicine-Mountain and is affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital. Dr. Shung has experience treating conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Osteoarthritis of Hand among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shung received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Shung's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Shung is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Neuroplasty
Carpal Tunnel Release
Trigger Finger Release
Neuroplasty
Carpal Tunnel Release
Trigger Finger Release
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Limb Pain
Tenosynovitis
Elbow Bursitis
Wrist Replacement
Trigger Finger
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Elbow Sprain
Joint Pain
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Excision of Ganglion
Broken Arm
Osteoarthritis
Dupuytrens Contracture
Ganglion Cyst
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Wrist Fracture
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Steroid Injection
Bursitis
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Gout
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Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Finger Amputation
Osteopenia
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
De Quervain's Release
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Ankle Fracture
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Hand
Arthritis of the Wrist
Ataxia
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Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Brachydactyly - Elbow, Wrist Dysplasia
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complex Traumatic Conditions of the Upper Extremity
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Osteophyte
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Medial Epicondylitis
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteophyte of Hand
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Tendonitis
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Elbow
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand and Wrist
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tibial Fracture
Torticollis
Traumatic Injuries
Ulnar Nerve Entrapment at Wrist
Upper Extremity Pain
Wrist Disorders
Wrist Injuries
Wrist Osteophyte
Wrist Pain
Wrist Sprain
Arthroscopic Wrist Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Bursal Drainage
Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery, Endoscopic
Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery, Open
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement Revision
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Small Joint Arthroplasty
Somatic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Total Shoulder Replacement
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion

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  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
  • Choice Plus POS
    Medica Choice
    Nexus Open Access
    Options PPO
  • Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
    Blue Card PPO
  • Preferred Provider Network - WA PPO
  • National POS
    Choice POS
    Choice Care PPO
  • Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
  • First Choice Health PPO
  • Heritage and Heritage Plus 1 PPO
    Heritage Signature
    Heritage Prime HMO

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Feb 28, 2023
Dr. Shung is excellent. He addressed the problems of my hands and explained a treatment plan for each. The staff are friendly and accommodating.
LC — Feb 28, 2023
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Orthopedic Surgery
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FAQs About Dr. Shung's Practice

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shung's profile.

Dr. Shung frequently treats the following conditions: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Osteoarthritis of Hand. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Joseph Shung, MD is affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Joseph Shung, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine
    2014
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and 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.
Residency Hospital
  • Orthopedic Surgery Residency, University Of South Alabama-Mobile Al
    2019
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • Upper Extremity Fellowship, University of Mississippi, Jackson, MS
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Joseph Shung, MD Practices

  • MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital

    315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA

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