Colin Kennedy, MD

Colin Kennedy, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in the surgical treatment of conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and elbow. His clinical interests include managing fractures, treating arthritis of the hand and wrist, and addressing nerve compression syndromes such as carpal tunnel syndrome. Dr. Kennedy performs a range of procedures including carpal tunnel release, trigger finger release, upper extremity fracture management, thumb carpometacarpal (CMC) joint arthroplasty, and thumb CMC joint denervation.

Prior to joining MultiCare, Dr. Kennedy served for seven years on active duty in the United States Air Force. During his service, he was deployed to the Middle East and held the position of Chief of Hand Surgery at Nellis Air Force Base.

Raised in Gig Harbor, Dr. Kennedy enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and children. He is also passionate about running and fitness.

The services Dr. Kennedy provides include:

• Hand, wrist, and elbow surgery
• Fracture management
• Arthritis treatment
• Nerve compression syndrome care
• Carpal tunnel release
• Trigger finger release
• Thumb CMC joint arthroplasty and denervation