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Dr. Lance Bear, MD

Sports Medicine*
4.5 (41)
Map Pin Small Gig Harbor, WA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Lance Bear, MD

Dr. Lance Bear, MD is a Sports Medicine Specialist in Gig Harbor, WA. They graduated from University of Missouri School of Medicine and is affiliated with St. Anthony Hospital. Dr. Bear, completed a residency at Orthopedic Surgery, University of Missouri Hospital and Clinics, Columbia, MO. Patients rated Dr. Bear an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Bear works at Franciscan Foot & Ankle Associates - Gig Harbor in Gig Harbor, WA with other offices in Port Orchard, WA. They frequently treat conditions like Limb Pain and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Bear's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Franciscan Foot & Ankle Associates - Gig Harbor
    6401 Kimball Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 366-5859
  2. 2
    Franciscan Orthopedic Associates - Port Orchard
    450 S Kitsap Blvd Ste 210, Port Orchard, WA 98366 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 366-5859

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Limb Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Neuroplasty
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ganglion Cyst
Osteoarthritis
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Release
Steroid Injection
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gout
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Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sciatica
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Shoulder Fracture
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthrocentesis
Excision of Ganglion
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wrist Replacement
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Impingement
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Baker’s Cyst
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bunionette
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Osteophyte
Femoral Neck Fracture
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Genu Valgum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hammer Toe
Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Knee Injuries
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lumbar Spinal Cord Injury
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Medial Epicondylitis
Morton's Neuroma
Myelopathy
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Injuries
Pinched Nerve in Back
Piriformis Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Rib Fracture
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacral Fracture
Scoliosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sever's Disease
Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Thoracic Stenosis
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Biceps Tendon Repair
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Surgery
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Hammer Toe Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Dislocation
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
Hip Surgery
Joint Replacement Surgery
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Meniscus Surgery
Menisectomy
Microsurgical Procedure
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Partial Hip Replacement
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Reconstructive Surgery
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Surgery
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.5
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    About Dr. Lance Bear, MD

    Specialties*
    • Sports Medicine

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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1952306037
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Orthopedic Surgery, University of Missouri Hospital and Clinics, Columbia, MO
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Missouri School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • St. Anthony Hospital

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Lance Bear, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Bear is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Bear has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Bear has seen patients for Limb Pain and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Bear on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    41 patients have reviewed Dr. Bear. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Bear.

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