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Joshua D. Purses, DO

  • 4.9 / 5 (103 ratings)
Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Osteopathy
Accepting New Patients
MultiCare Provider
Location
Phone: 253-792-6555

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Joshua Purses, DO, has been an active researcher in the field and has frequently been a speaker on sports-medicine-related topics both for community and academic audiences. In his spare time Dr. Purses enjoys cycling, running and being a husband and father of three children.

Languages: English
Certification: Adult and Pediatric Sports Medicine
Professional School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine - Midwestern University
Residency: University of Connecticut
Fellowship: Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital - Cleveland
Medical Groups:
  • MultiCare Medical Partners
Medical Association Memberships:
  • American Medical Society for Medicine
  • American Association of Orthopedic Medicine
Practice Philosophy:

My goal for my patients is to help them safely return to the athletic endeavors they love. I also believe that athletics in childhood is the gateway to health for a lifetime. Some of the most important life lessons I have learned have come through athletics, and I hope for this to be true for my patients as well.

Special Interests:

Sports medicine, regenerative medicine, sports-related concussions.

Get to know Dr. Purses and find out what he enjoys about practicing sports medicine.

Locations

MultiCare Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - Allenmore

Location Tacoma, WA
Phone: 253-792-6555

MultiCare Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - Gig Harbor

Location Gig Harbor, WA
Phone: 253-792-6555

Provider Stories

Doctor talking to a patient
July 10, 2013

Q&A: What’s the role of a primary care sports medicine physician?
Person running in front of a mountain
March 2, 2012

How to Avoid Running Injuries

Reviews

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  • 5 Provider showed concern
  • 4.9 Provider explained things clearly
  • 4.9 Provider included you in decisions
  • 4.9 Provider discussed treatment options
  • 4.9 Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9 out of 5 (103 ratings, 16 comments)
  • Apr, 27 2026
    *******DR PURSES, IS AMAZING********I see him every month for pain relief and it helps. He's a very kind doctor. Extremely knowledgeable too!! Thank you : )
  • Apr, 16 2026
    Dr Purses is exemplary. He was kind, compassionate, and listened/answered questions. One of the best Dr's I've seen.
  • Apr, 12 2026
    The care providers discussion of proposed treatment options, particularly pros and cons of the two possible options, was very thorough and led to a decision which, because it was explained so well, made me very confident that it was the right choice. It helped that I was not rushed into this decision it felt like I made it myself
  • Mar, 19 2026
    I felt heard and my concerns were completely taken into consideration. Fantastic visit.
  • Mar, 17 2026
    Dr. Purses is always thorough and takes the time to evaluate you instead of rushing thru the appt.Like he always has an intern or someone in training.
  • Feb, 27 2026
    Dr Purses is one of the best doctors I have ever had
  • Feb, 6 2026
    Dr purses is amazing! Great running office! Excellent care and advice! Totally above average. Dr Purses is an incredible asset to Multicare and to his patients in every way!
  • Jan, 28 2026
    This is my third or fourth visit with Dr Purses in the last four years. I find them to be an exceptional provider very caring highly skilled at what he does. I always recommend him to folks I talk to at work. I work in a grocery store so I have lots of opportunities to share my experience.
  • Jan, 19 2026
    Dr Purses did an amazing job explaining my options for my knee pain. He was through in his evaluation of my symptoms. He made me feel at ease throughout the time he spent with me.
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