“It's intimidating. Before the game, raising the 12th Man flag, and then the 12th Man. It's a lot. It gives you the chills." - Julius Jones
About the Seahawks Team Physicians The Seattle Seahawks team physicians consist of some of the most knowledgeable medical practitioners in the National Football league. The four doctor staff has over 80 years of medical experience ranging from ACL injuries of the knee and labral tears of the shoulder to concussions, spine disorders, and sports related medical disorders. Through maintaining close relationships with players and staff athletic trainers, the Seahawks team physicians ensure quick recoveries from on-field injuries and provide the guidance needed to help prevent future injuries. The Seahawks Team Physicians
W. Bradford Shoup, M.D.
Clinical Focus Dr. Shoup practices Family and Sports Medicine in Kirkland, Washington. In addition to being a team physician for the Seattle Seahawks, he also provides medical coverage for Inglemoor High School.
Education Bachelor of Science, University of Arkansas Doctor of Medicine, University of Arkansas School of Medical Sciences Internship and Residency, University of Arkansas School of Medical Sciences Sports Medicine Fellowship, Washington Sports and Orthopedic Associates
Certifications American Board of Family Practice Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine
Society Membership American Academy of Family Practice American College of Sports Medicine NFL Team Physician Society
Contact Totem Lake Family Medicine 11800 NE 128th Street Suite 560 Kirkland, WA 98034 Telephone: 425-899-5200
Elias Edward Khalfayan, M.D.
Clinical Focus Dr. Khalfayan is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery. In addition to being a team physician for the Seattle Seahawks, he is also Medical Director and orthopedic team physician for the Seattle Mariners. Dr. Khalfayan is a clinical instructor for the University of Washington Department of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine and an Editorial Reviewer for the American Journal of Sports Medicine. Education Doctor of Medicine, St. Louis University of Medicine, St. Louis, MO Residency, Naval Regional Medical Center, Oakland, CA Fellowship in Sports Medicine, Graduate Hospital/University of Pennsylvania Certifications American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Society Membership American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons NFL Team Physician Society MLB Team Physician Association American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine
Contact Orthopedic Physician Associates Nordstrom Medical Tower 1229 Madison Street Suite 1600 Seattle, Washington 98104 Telephone: 206.386.2600 Fax: 206.622.1644 opaortho.com
Stanley A. Herring, MD
Clinical Focus Dr. Herring’s specialty is musculoskeletal and sports medicine with an emphasis on spinal disorders and concussions. He is the director of the University of Washington Spine Center.
Education Bachelor of Arts, University of Texas, Austin Doctor of Medicine, University of Texas, Southwestern Medical School, Dallas Residency, University of Washington Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Certifications Board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Electrodiagnostic Medicine
Contact UW Medicine Sports & Spine Physicians Street Address: Harborview Spine Center 401 Broadway, Suite 2018 Seattle, WA 98122 Phone 206-744-0401 Fax 206-744-9915 Mailing: Harborview Medical Center Box 359721 325 Ninth Avenue Seattle, WA 98104
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