Dr. Lee E. Firestone is a podiatrist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. Dr. Firestone practices out of Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, located in Washington, D.C. and Chevy Chase, Md. Dr. Firestone earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. He completed a residency in podiatric surgery at Washington Hospital Center, where he served as the chief resident. Dr. Firestone is a fellow of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Dr. Firestone is an avid runner himself, competing in many local and regional races, including the Boston Marathon. He is a certified running coach and a member of the Montgomery County Road Runners Club, where he is also an assistant coach for the experienced marathon training program. Dr. Firestone has been named one of Washington’s Top Sports Medicine Providers and one of Washington’s Top Podiatrists by Washingtonian Magazine. Run Washington Magazine has also recognized Dr. Firestone as a Best Doctor. Dr. Firestone is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, and Fibromatosis.

Since 1986, Dr. Bieber has been practicing orthopaedic surgery. Dr. Bieber is interested in all areas of orthopaedics, with special interest in reconstruction, trauma, arthroscopy, and sports medicine of the upper extremity, including the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Dr. Bieber is a consultant for hand and upper extremity surgery at the National Institutes of Health. He has served as Chairman of the Department of Surgery and Chairman of the Medical Staff at Suburban Hospital and as President of the Washington Orthopaedic Society. Visit Dr. Bieber's website and OrthoBethesda.com for more information. Dr. Bieber is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Trigger Thumb.

Dr. Marc B. Danziger is an assistant clinical professor of orthopaedics at George Washington University and a clinical instructor of orthopaedics at Georgetown University. Dr. Danziger is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, George Washington University Hospital, Georgetown University Hospital and Washington Hospital Center. He practices out of Orthopaedic Medicine and Surgery in Washington, DC. Dr. Danziger’s expertise is in sports medicine, as well as shoulder and elbow surgery. Dr. Danziger earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine, where he also completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery. Dr. Danziger completed an Arthroscopic & Reconstructive Surgery of NOVA fellowship, as well as a sports medicine fellowship at Fair Oaks Orthopedic Association. Dr. Danziger is a diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Medical Society of D.C. and Washington Orthopaedic Society. Dr. Danziger has been named Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine and Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine. Dr. Danziger has presented at national meetings and published research on shoulder, elbow, knee, foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Danziger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Tenosynovitis, and Bursitis.

Dr. Benjamin E. Stein is an orthopaedic surgeon at Sibley Memorial Hospital. He practices out of Orthopaedic Medicine and Surgery, located in Washington D.C. Dr. Stein has an expertise in foot and ankle orthopaedics, as well as arthroplasty and sports medicine. Dr. Stein earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. He completed a residency at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine where he was appointed administrative chief resident, followed by a fellowship at Union Memorial Hospital. Dr. Stein has cared for athletes of all levels, including the Baltimore Orioles and the Johns Hopkins University Varsity teams. Dr. Stein is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society. He has been awarded the Frank L. Coulson, Jr. Award for Clinical Excellence. Dr. Stein has completed a research study in comparing Evans and Hintermann lateral column lengthening, as well as contributed to various orthopaedic publications, posters and presentations. Dr. Stein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Flat Feet, and Osgood-Schlatter Disease.

David Vieweger is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Vieweger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Claw Foot, Clubfoot, Bunions, and Hammer Toe.

Dr. Louis E. Levitt is an assistant clinical professor of orthopaedics at George Washington University and an independent Medical Examiner. He practices out of Orthopaedic Medicine and Surgery in Washington, D.C. Dr. Levitt is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington Hospital Center, National Rehabilitation Hospital, George Washington University Hospital and Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Levitt has an expertise in orthopedic surgery, orthopaedic trauma and joint replacement. Dr. Levitt earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University Medical College of Virginia. He completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Levitt is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Medical Society of D.C. and the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. He has been named a Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine and Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine. Dr. Levitt has published numerous peer-reviewed articles. Dr. Levitt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Tenosynovitis.

Dr. Harb specializes in minimally invasive, muscle sparing, hip and knee replacement surgery. Minimally invasive surgery allows patients to recover faster and have less pain post-operatively. Implants are tailored and custom fit to each patient to allow for improved performance. Dr. Harb’s expertise in rapid recovery protocols allow for quick recovery after surgery and excellent outcomes in patients with hip and knee arthritis. With minimally invasive, muscle sparing surgery patients can return to their lifestyles and get back to doing the things they love sooner. Dr. Harb performs outpatient joint replacement surgery with many of his patients walking independently and going home the day of surgery. Dr. Harb received a full academic scholarship and graduated with honors from Louisiana State University for his undergraduate degree. He continued his studies at the LSU School of Medicine where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society and received The Nathan Bernstein Scholarship Award for Clinical Excellence. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency in New York City at State University of New York. He pursued further subspecialty training with an adult reconstruction fellowship at the prestigious University of Virginia. Dr. Harb is actively involved in research regarding joint replacement surgery. He has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles, authored book chapters, and has spoken nationally on topics associated with hip and knee replacements. In his free time, Dr. Harb enjoys staying active by running, hiking, and spending time outside with his family. He is happily married to his wife, Katie, and they have two children. “My focus is excellence in patient care, expedited recovery after surgery, and getting people back to the normal activities they love. Our team-focused approach is committed to superb outcomes, improving lives, and returning patients to living pain-free.” Contact for Research Inquiries 20410 Observation Drive, Suite 106 Germantown, MD 20876 Phone: (202) 835-2222. Dr. Harb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Baker Cyst, and Bursitis.

Anthony Unger is an Orthopedics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Unger is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Synovitis, Tendinitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. Denis R. Harris is a hospital chair and an orthopaedic surgeon at Sibley Memorial Hospital. He has a solo practice in Washington, D.C. Dr. Harris earned his undergraduate degree from University of Wisconsin, where he also earned his medical degree from their Medical School. Dr. Harris completed an internship in surgery at Northwestern, as well as residences in general and orthopaedic surgery at George Washington University Hospital. Dr. Harris is a member of the Clinical Pathologic Society. He has received the US News & World Report award for quality practice, as well as the Consumer’s Checkbook Magazine award for quality practice. Consumers Research also presented Dr. Harris with a quality practice award and named him one of America’s Top Orthopedists. He has also been named Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Harris has received the Theobald Smith Award for original research. Dr. Harris is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.

Dr. Michael J. Morse is a podiatrist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington Hospital Center and Georgetown University Hospital, where he is an associate clinical professor for Georgetown University School of Medicine. He practices out of Foxhall Podiatry Associates in Washington, D.C. Dr. Morse has an expertise in diabetic foot care and wounds of the lower extremity. He sees patients for a range of symptoms, such as bunions and hammertoes, neuromas, ingrown nails, mycotic nails, ulcers, infections and foot traumas. Dr. Morse earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed a residency in podiatric surgery and diabetic foot care at Saint Barnabas Medical Center. Dr. Morse completed additional training at Joslin Center for Diabetes. Dr. Morse is a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and the president of the American Society of Podiatric Dermatology. He is also a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, the American Diabetes Association, the American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopaedics and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Dr. Morse has contributed to numerous publications on topics such as diabetic foot care, sports medicine, vascular disease and skin diseases. Dr. Morse is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Hammer Toe, Athlete's Foot, Tendinitis, and Foot Drop.

A third-generation Medical Doctor, Dr. Tabacco grew up watching his grandfathers, uncles, and father care for patients at their family home and for the communities they loved. Dr. Tabacco strives for this ideal of being available and offering care to the community he grew up in. Having conducted his training in the Navy medical education system as well as locally at the University of Maryland/Union Memorial Hospital, Dr. Tabacco enjoys the internist role as a center of community health, fielding daily minor concerns as well as more pressing medical issues that occasionally involve a higher level of hospital care. In order to care for all of his patient's medical and physical concerns, Dr. Tabacco spent a year of fellowship training with the Navy posted at Naval Hospital Pensacola/ Andrews institute to be able to help patients with muscle and joint pains as they age and enhance nutritional goals. While Working at Naval hospital Pensacola Dr. Tabacco developed a passion for caring for service men and women and continues this dedication by educating military first responders through his professorship at the George Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Tabacco's goal is to keep all patients healthy and active through exercise and nutrition as they age. Dr. Tabacco continues to serve as an adjunct professor at GW University School of Medicine and Medical Director for the GW university Athletic department. He has been honored by my peers as a Washingtonian Magazine Top Doctor over the past three years. Dr. Tabacco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Bursitis, Tendinitis, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), and Baker Cyst.

Dr. Edward G. Magur is an orthopaedic surgeon at Sibley Memorial Hospital. He practices out of Washington Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, located in Sibley Memorial Hospital’s Medical Building and Chevy Chase, MD. He is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital and George Washington University Hospital. Dr. Magur has a conservative management approach, preferring to use nonoperative methods on patients if feasible. Dr. Magur has an expertise in foot and ankle conditions, injuries and disorders. Dr. Magur earned his undergraduate degree from Cornell University and his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University. He completed a general surgery internship and a residency in orthopaedic surgery at Georgetown University Medical Center, followed by an orthopaedic foot and ankle fellowship at Center for Orthopaedic Care. Dr. Magur was the foot and ankle consultant for the Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards and Washington Ballet, as well as the former assistant team physician for the Washington Nationals. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society and the American Medical Association. Dr. Magur has a research interest in foot and ankle injuries of athletes, as well as foot and ankle arthroscopy and reconstruction. He has contributed to numerous publications and presented his research as well. Dr. Magur is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Synovitis, Flat Feet, and Tenosynovitis.

Sridhar Durbhakula is an Orthopedics provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Durbhakula is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. Andre Gazdag, a graduate of the University of California, Davis and Duke University Medical School, is a trained orthopaedic surgeon. He specializes in the treatment of conditions of the foot and ankle, including those related to rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes and trauma. Dr. Gazdag has particular clinical interest in treating sports-related foot and ankle injuries, and has substantial experience performing arthroscopic ankle surgery. See more information about Dr. Gazdag at www.OrthoBethesda.com. Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Ask the Expert: Health Tips for Preventing Foot and Ankle Injuries (09/30/2014). Lectures & Presentations Health Tips for Preventing Foot and Ankle Injuries, http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/suburban_hospital/about_the_hospital/news_publications/ask_the_expert/foot_ankle_injuries_prevention.html, 1/1/14. Dr. Gazdag is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Metatarsalgia, Plantar Fasciitis, and Tenosynovitis.

"Dr. Cannova has more than 16 years of experience as an Orthopedic Surgeon. Completing his residency training in orthopaedic surgery at Georgetown University, Dr. Cannova followed this with a fellowship in Joint Reconstruction at the Hospital for Special Surgery/ Cornell University Medical Center in New York. This training included complex total joint replacement and revision total joint surgery. In addition, Dr. Cannova is specialty trained in the newest techniques of minimally invasive hip and knee replacement surgery including partial joint replacement, joint resurfacing, and alternative bearing joints. His areas of expertise are joint reconstruction and total joint replacement. Dr. Cannova accepts several types of health insurance. He is one of 46 doctors at Sibley Memorial Hospital and one of 29 at Suburban Hospital who specialize in Orthopedic Surgery. Selected Publications Colletti, S. L., Myers, R. W., Darkin-Rattray, S. J., Gurnett, A. M., Dulski, P. M., Galuska, S., Allocco, J. J., Ayer, M. B., Li, C., Lim, J., Crumley, T. M., Cannova, C., Schmatz, D. M., Wyvratt, M. J., Fisher, M. H., Meinke, P. T. ""Broad spectrum antiprotozoal agents that inhibit histone deacetylase: structure-activity relationships of apicidin. Part 1."" Bioorg Med Chem Lett Colletti, S. L., Myers, R. W., Darkin-Rattray, S. J., Gurnett, A. M., Dulski, P. M., Galuska, S., Allocco, J. J., Ayer, M. B., Li, C., Lim, J., Crumley, T. M., Cannova, C., Schmatz, D. M., Wyvratt, M. J., Fisher, M. H., Meinke, P. T. ""Broad spectrum antiprotozoal agents that inhibit histone deacetylase: structure-activity relationships of apicidin. Part 2."" Bioorg Med Chem Lett Darkin-Rattray, S. J., Gurnett, A. M., Myers, R. W., Dulski, P. M., Crumley, T. M., Allocco, J. J., Cannova, C., Meinke, P. T., Colletti, S. L., Bednarek, M. A., Singh, S. B., Goetz, M. A., Dombrowski, A. W., Polishook, J. D., Schmatz, D. M. ""Apicidin: a novel antiprotozoal agent that inhibits parasite histone deacetylase."" Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A". Dr. Cannova is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. Schluntz, a graduate of Harvard University, received his orthopaedic surgery training at the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Program and completed a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the American Sports Medicine Institute under Dr. James Andrews. Kurt C. Schluntz, MD has 27 years of experience. His sports training focused on the treatment of athletic injuries to the knee, shoulder, and elbow. Dr.Schluntz's main areas of interest are sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery of the knee and shoulder, as well as joint replacement surgery of the knee. Dr. Schluntz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Synovitis, Tendinitis, and Tenosynovitis.

Craig Miller is an Orthopedics provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Miller is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Tennis Elbow, Frozen Shoulder, and Osteoarthritis. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

A graduate of Northwestern University and Northwestern University Medical School, Dr. Mahidhar Durbhakula completed orthopaedic surgery residency training at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland. Dr. Mahidhar Durbhakula's areas of expertise include arthroscopic, minimally invasive, reconstructive, and microsurgical treatment of both acute and chronic conditions of the hand, wrist and elbow. Dr.Durbhakula offers his patients clear and forthright discussions of expectations on what they should expect from surgery to the followup. His goal is to provide the highest level of care to his patients. This begins with listening to patients and working together with them to develop the best treatment plans for their particular conditions. Most conditions can be successfully treated with nonoperative techniques. For those problems requiring surgery, Dr. Mahidhar is trained in the latest techniques to alleviate pain and restore function. Visit OrthoBethesda.com to learn more about Dr. Mahidhar Durbhakula. Selected Publications Murray WM, Arnold AS, Salinas S, Durbhakula MM, Buchanan TS, Delp SL. Building Biomechanical Models Based on Medical Image Data: An Assessment of Model Accuracy. Lecture Notes in Computer Science. Proceedings of the First International Conference on Medical Image Computing and Computer-Assisted Intervention. Volume 1496. P539-549, 1998. Yoo JU, Huang JI, Durbhakula MM, Angele P, Johnstone B. Tissue engineering of a whole bone. Case Orthopaedic Journal. Volume 1(1): P14-16, 2004. Huang RC, Durbhakula MM. Spinal Epidural Abscess. Contemporary Spine Surgery. Volume 6(5): P31-36, 2005. Durbhakula MM, Ghiselli GG. Cervical Total Disc Replacement, Part I: Rationale, Biomechanics, and Implant Types. Orthopedic Clinics of North America. Volume 36(3): P349-354, 2005. Huang JI, Kazmi N, Durbhakula MM, Hering TM, Yoo JU, Johnstone B. Chondrogenic potential of progenitor cells derived from human bone marrow and adipose tissue: A patient-matched comparison. Journal of Orthopedic ResearchVolume 23(6): P1383-1389, 2005. Durbhakula MM, Casinelli E. Thoracic Disc Herniation. Contemporary Spine Surgery Volume 6(11): P77-81, 2005. Huang JI, Durbhakula MM, Angele P, Johnstone B, Yoo JU. Lunate Arthroplasty with autologous mesenchymal stem cells in a rabbit model. Case Orthopaedic Journal. Volume 3(1): P66-73, 2006. Huang JI, Durbhakula MM, Johnstone B, Yoo J. Carpal Reconstruction Using Autologous Stem Cells. Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery Volume 88(4): P744-752, 2006. Dr. Durbhakula is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Tennis Elbow, Osteoarthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Tenosynovitis.

Min Lu is an Orthopedics provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Lu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Lu is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Arnold S. Ravick is a podiatrist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. Dr. Ravick practices out of Capital Podiatry Associates, located in Washington, D.C. Dr. Ravick earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed a residency in podiatric surgery at James C. Guiffre Medical Center. Dr. Ravick is a member of the District of Columbia Podiatric Medical Association, the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American Society of Podiatric Dermatology. Dr. Ravick has contributed to numerous publications, such as Journal of the American Podiatry Association on hemorrhage within plantar callus and kertoelastoidosis. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/arnold-ravick-2441a816 Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Flip-flop fail: Reasons to avoid the shoes this summer. WTOP (05/27/2012) Best Foot Forward. Washington Post (05/08/2007). Dr. Ravick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tendinitis. His top areas of expertise are Hammer Toe, Ledderhose Disease, Fibromatosis, and Plantar Fasciitis.