Dr. E. Edward Khalfayan, M.D. is an orthopedic surgeon, specializing in sports medicine. Dr. Khalfayan’s earned his medical degree at St. Louis University School of Medicine, and completed his residency at Oakland Naval Regional Medical Center, Orthopedic Surgery. He then finished his fellowship in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at University of Philadelphia, Graduate Hospital. He is certified by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and many more.
Dr. E. Edward Khalfayan, M.D. is an orthopedic surgeon, specializing in sports medicine. Dr. Khalfayan’s earned his medical degree at St. Louis University School of Medicine, and completed his residency at Oakland Naval Regional Medical Center, Orthopedic Surgery. He then finished his fellowship in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at University of Philadelphia, Graduate Hospital. He is certified by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and many more.
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So knowledgeable, helpful, and personable.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Best orthopedic doctor in world. Easy to talk with and very compassionate
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Top Notch! Excellent bedside manner and listens to his patients. Thank you Fr Khalfayan.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Unfortunately my shoulder problem is more serious than I thought, but now I know what the issue is.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Ed is the best there is. They simply do not make surgeons like him anymore.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Very thorough and observant
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Khalfayan did a great job on my shoulder. I’m back to swimming and the surgery shoulder is better than my non surgery shoulder. The Dr is very attentive and explains things thoroughly. Feel free to forward my coments to Dr. Khalfayan.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
I always feel like I am in expert hands. Thanks Dr K
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Very thorough. You explained everything in perfect detail.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Worked around my schedule and provided quality care. Always 5 star
Dr. E. Edward Khalfayan, M.D. is an orthopedic surgeon, specializing in sports medicine, who the region’s professional athletes trust and rely on. Dr. Khalfayan’s earned his medical degree at St. Louis University School of Medicine, and completed his residency at Oakland Naval Regional Medical Center, Orthopedic Surgery. He then finished his fellowship in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at University of Philadelphia, Graduate Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery Fellow, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and many more. He has been an orthopedic team physician for the Seattle Seahawks since 1996 and for the Seattle Mariners since 2006. Dr. Khalfayan is one of two orthopedic surgeons in the US who are head team physicians for both an NFL and an MLB team.
Dr. Khalfayan’s extensive experience with football and baseball injuries provides him with unique skills and knowledge that he uses in his private practice. He takes care of more professional athletes than any other orthopedist in the Northwest and provides the same level of care to his patients.
To read more about Dr. Khalfayan and his practice visit his website: http://www.drkhalfayan.com/
Dr. Khalfayan’s expertise is in: Arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, knee, elbow, and ankle; anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction; arthroscopic rotator cuff and labral repair of the shoulder; ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction of the elbow (Tommy John surgery) and Platelet Rich Plasma injections.
So knowledgeable, helpful, and personable.
Best orthopedic doctor in world. Easy to talk with and very compassionate
Top Notch! Excellent bedside manner and listens to his patients. Thank you Fr Khalfayan.
Unfortunately my shoulder problem is more serious than I thought, but now I know what the issue is.
Ed is the best there is. They simply do not make surgeons like him anymore.
Very thorough and observant
Dr. Khalfayan did a great job on my shoulder. I’m back to swimming and the surgery shoulder is better than my non surgery shoulder. The Dr is very attentive and explains things thoroughly. Feel free to forward my coments to Dr. Khalfayan.
I always feel like I am in expert hands. Thanks Dr K
Very thorough. You explained everything in perfect detail.
Worked around my schedule and provided quality care. Always 5 star