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  • Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
  • Accepting new patients
  • Proliance Orthopedics And Sports Medicine 3101 NORTHUP WAY STE 201, Bellevue, WA 98004
  • (425) 532-5509

Brief Intro

Mary Kate Thayer, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand and upper extremity surgery. She cares for both adults and children. Dr. Thayer received her BA in psychology from the University of Washington and her MD from Saint Louis University School of Medicine where she graduated Alpha Omega Alpha (highest honors). She then returned home to the Northwest and completed her orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Washington. To finalize her training, she relocated to Baltimore, Maryland, and completed a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at the Curtis National Hand Center, one of the top fellowship programs in the country. There, she received world-class training in the treatment of both common and complex disorders of the hand and upper extremity. Dr. Thayer is published in the topics of hand, wrist, and trauma surgery and has presented much of this research at national and local meetings. In addition, she has a passion for mentoring and education. She has participated in the Perry Outreach Program and the Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society's mentorship program. These programs both share a goal of inspiring young women to become leaders in orthopedic surgery. Dr. Thayer finds satisfaction in helping patients restore function of their upper extremity to return to work, family, hobbies, and sports. She works directly with patients to develop individualized care plans, both surgical and non-surgical, to achieve these goals. This is achieved through open communication with patients and education about the diagnosis and treatment options. She prides herself on a thorough and thoughtful approach to each patient. She has a special interest in fractures, sports injuries, arthritis, and nerve conditions of the upper extremity. Dr. Thayer is a local Washingtonian. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Lew, and her daughter. She is an avid runner, cooking enthusiast, and Seattle sports fan.

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Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

The Curtis National Hand Center at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital

RESIDENCY

University of Washington Medical Center

Harborview Medical Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

St. Louis University School of Medicine

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • Proliance Orthopedics And Sports Medicine
  • 3101 NORTHUP WAY STE 201, Bellevue, WA 98004
  • Mon:7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Conditions Addressed

  • Bronchial Asthma
  • Fractures, Dislocations, Derangement, and Sprains
  • Infectious Mononucleosis
  • Lateral Epicondylitis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rotator cuff syndrome
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Chronic Pain
  • Derangement
  • Dislocations
  • Fractures
  • Hammertoes
  • Shoulder impingement
  • Sports injury
  • Tendonitis
  • Stress Fractures
  • Diabetic Foot Ulcers
  • Frozen Shoulder
  • Avascular Necrosis
  • Heel Spurs
  • Bursitis
  • Trigger Finger
  • Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Nerve Injury
  • Nerve Laceration
  • Shoulder instability
  • Hip Injury
  • Bunions
  • Cold and Flu
  • Dysplasia
  • Finger Injury
  • Rotator Cuff Tear
  • Tennis Elbow
  • Snapping Hip
  • Post-Amputation Pain
  • Chronic Illness
  • Concussion
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
  • Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
  • Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)
  • Elbow Arthritis
  • Elbow Dislocation
  • Elbow Fractures
  • Elbow Instability
  • Elbow Pain
  • Epicondylitis
  • Extensor Tendon Laceration
  • Finger Arthritis
  • Finger Fracture
  • Finger Sprain
  • Forearm Fractures
  • Gamekeeper's Thumb
  • Ganglion Cyst
  • Hand Fractures
  • Hand Infections
  • Hand Injury
  • Hand Pain
  • Mallet Finger
  • Medial Epicondylitis
  • Proximal humerus fractures
  • Radial Nerve Injury
  • Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
  • Scaphoid Fracture
  • Tendinitis
  • Tenosynovitis
  • Hand Arthritis
  • Wrist Fractures
  • Wrist Sprains
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Procedures Performed

  • Spinal Fusion
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Hip Replacement
  • Knee Replacement
  • Nutrition Therapy
  • Physical Therapy
  • Abdominal Ultrasound
  • General Surgery
  • Knee and Hip Revisions
  • Prosthesis
  • Spine Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Trigger point injection
  • Cubital Tunnel Release
  • Orthotics
  • Robotic Spine Surgery
  • Sports Performance
  • Arthroplasty
  • Wrist Arthroscopy
  • Tumor Removal
  • Hand Surgery
  • Knee/Hip/Shoulder Injections
  • Disc Replacement Surgery
  • Steroid injections
  • Thumb Osteoarthritis
  • Trigger Finger Release
  • Knee Osteotomy
  • Fracture Fixation
  • Tennis Elbow Surgery
  • Distal Biceps Repair
  • Cartilage Restoration
  • Meniscus Repair
  • Replantation
  • Sports Therapy
  • Annual Physical Exam
  • Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
  • Nerve Ablations
  • Anti-inflammatory medication
  • Care Coordination
  • Personal Training
  • Sports Nutrition
  • Knee Reconstruction
  • Sports Injury Management
  • Intake Assessment
  • Shoulder Surgery
  • Lower Arm/Elbow/Wrist Fractures and Dislocations
  • Hip/Femur Fractures and Dislocations
  • Lower Leg/Ankle Fractures and Dislocations
  • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
  • Lower Leg/Ankle Fractures and Dislocations
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Molina Healthcare
  • Progressive
  • Wellcare
  • Humana
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Priority Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • CHAMPVA
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Health Plus
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • Tricare
  • Cigna
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Aetna
  • Asuris Northwest Health
  • State Farm
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  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 15
  • Orthopedics 36
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 21
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 32
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 33
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 12
  • Children's Hospital 4
  • Urology 30
  • Psychiatry 16
  • Geriatrics 33
  • Rehabilitation 13
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 4
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 4
  • Rheumatology 1
  • Long Term Care 1
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 15