Way Yin, M.D. is the founder of Bellingham Spine Pain Specialists. Dr. Yin is one of the world’s leading experts in the evidence-based application of minimally invasive interventional techniques for the diagnosis and management of spine-related pain. He has developed new and successful ways to treat sacroiliac joint disorders, cervicogenic headaches and thoracic spine pain, has published numerous journal articles and book chapters and lectures worldwide on topics related to the field.

Dr. Yin is active in research and education on topics related to spine pain, and serves as a member of the Board of Directors for the International Spine Intervention Society (ISIS). He lectures frequently for other scientific and educational societies as well as academic training programs on these topics.

He is a Clinical Assistant Professor with the University of Washington’s Department of Anesthesia in Seattle. Dr. Yin received his M.D. from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University in New York City and trained in General Surgery and Anesthesiology at the University of Washington in Seattle. He is Board certified in Pain Management, Pain Medicine and Anesthesiology.

In his spare time, Dr. Yin enjoys flyfishing, teaching fly casting and playing the guitar.



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