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The 20 Best Osteoarthritis Doctors near Gaithersburg, MD

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 265 doctor with experience in Osteoarthritis near Gaithersburg, MD. Of these, 192 are Experienced, 50 are Advanced and 23 are Distinguished.

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    Edward J. Bieber
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    Aligned Orthopedic Partners

    10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 506, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and also in Hand Surgery, Dr. Bieber is interested in all areas of orthopedics, with a special interest in reconstruction, trauma, arthroscopy, and sports medicine of the upper extremity, including the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. He has expertise in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and shoulder replacement surgery. A graduate of Yale University and Georgetown Medical School, his orthopedic training was at Johns Hopkins University with a fellowship in hand and upper extremity at the Mayo Clinic. He is a consultant for hand and upper extremity surgery at the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Bieber 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.SpecialtiesUpper Extremity (hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder)PrivilegesDr. Bieber performs surgery at Surgical Specialty Center of Mid-Atlantic, Suburban Hospital, Sibley Memorial Hospital, Bethesda Chevy Chase Surgery Center, Surgical Specialty Center of Mid-Atlantic, and Advanced Surgery Center of Bethesda. Dr. Bieber is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Trigger Thumb.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Shady Grove Orthopaedic Assoc PA

    9601 Blackwell Rd Ste 100, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Tuck is an Orthopedics provider in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Tuck is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Rhizarthrosis, Tendinitis, and Scoliosis.

    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Family Medicine

    Maryland Medical Group Inc.

    10110 Molecular Drive, Suite 114, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic

    "Dr. Sayed Elsayyad joined Montgomery Medical Associates in 2005. Dr. Elsayyad attended medical school and completed his residency in Internal Medicine in Cairo, Egypt and moved to the United States where he earned his degree in Family Practice from the Louisiana State University. Since joining Montgomery Medical Associates, Dr. Elsayyad has contributed significantly to the expansion of the practice in Geriatric Medicine. Dr. Elsayyad is the Chief Medical Officer and a Partner at Montgomery Medical Associates. He is also the Chair of Family Practice at Shady Grove Adventist Hospital in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Elsayyad office offers personalized service, delivering medical care consistent with the standards of the medical community and expected by patients. Selected Publications Mehan R., Dangas G., Hong M., Deible R., Faraj H., Elsayyad S., Negotia M., Okubagzi P., Astatkie M., Pichard A., Stone G., Leon M., : Femoral vascular access complications following Arteriotomy Closure Devices : A Comparison with manual compression after percutaneous coronary intervention. JACC Vol 35-33A-1085-82. Mehran R., Gruberg L., Nigoita M., Faraj H., Elsayyad S., Curry B., Hong M., Kent K., Repeat stenting for treatment of in-stent restenosis: selective therapy vs. complete lesion coverage. AHA-circulation Vol 100, No 18, 1-307:1607. Mintz G., Hong MK., Jackson M., Folescu M., Kipp, N. Elsayyad S., Merrit A., Laird J., Kent K. The number of stents does not increase target lesion revascularization during intravascular ultrasound guided stent implantation procedures. AHA-circulation Vol 100, No 18, 1-788:4163. Waksman R., Elsayyad S., Mehran R., Lawrence White R., Chan R., Rosales O., Bhargava B., Deible R., Purser A., Okubagzi P., Lansky A.,: High Dose Intracoronary Gamma Radiation for patients with diffuse In-Stent Restenosis. Waksman R., Bhargava B., Taaffe M., Lawrence White R., Satler L., Mehran R., Kent K., Pichard A., Elsayyad S., Okubagzi P., Lansky A., Nigoita M.,: Prolonged Antiplatelet Therapy to reduce Late Thrombosis after Intracoronary Gamma Radiation in patient with in-Stent Restenosis ""Plavix WRIST"". AHA-circulation Vol 102, No 18, 11-570:2762. Lectures & Presentations Gender specific differences after Saphenous Vein Graft Stenting, Gender specific differences in actue and long-term outcome, International Cardiology Conference, Cairo, Egypt, 2/23/01 High Dose Intracoronary Gamma Radiation for patients with diffuse In-Stent Restenosis, Stent Restenosis, International Cardiology Conference, Cairo, Egypt, 2/23/01". Dr. Elsayyad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Dementia, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement.

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    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Maryland Medical Group Inc.

    10110 Molecular Drive, Suite 114, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese

    Dr. Truong Bao is the Director of Montgomery Medical's Hospital Practices. He completed his bachelor's degree at the University of Maryland, College Park in 1994 with honors Magna Cum Laude. He also earned his MD at the University of Maryland, Baltimore with. Dr. Bao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis

    The Orthopaedic Center PA

    14995 Shady Grove Road, Suite 350, Suite 350, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Kenneth M. Fine is an orthopaedic surgeon affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Shady Grove Adventist Hospital and George Washington University Hospital, where he serves as an assistant clinical professor of orthopaedics for the University. He practices out of The Orthopaedic Center, located in Rockville, Maryland and Washington, D.C. Dr. Fine is currently the team physician and medical director of D.C. United professional soccer team, as well as a consultant in pediatric and adolescent sports medicine at Children’s National Medical Center. Dr. Fine was among the first group of surgeons in the country to become subspecialty certified in orthopaedic sports medicine. He has an expertise in arthroscopy of the knee, shoulder, hip, elbow and ankle; cartilage disorders; concussions in sports; and treating the patella. Dr. Fine earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery and a fellowship in sports medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Previously, Dr. Fine provided medical care for Olympic soccer teams during the 1996 summer Olympics, was co-medical director for the World Figure Skating championships in 2003 and served at the Olympic Training Center in 2008, where he was also the physician for the Junior U.S. Boxing Championships. Dr. Fine has also served as the physician for the U.S. fast-track speed skating team; the medical provider to Cirque du Soleil, the Boston Ballet Company and the Joffrey Ballet; the medical director for the Cherry Blossom 10-mile road race and National Race for the Cure; the director of orthopaedic sports medicine at George Washington University and Children’s National Medical Center; an orthopaedic consultant for the D.C. Divas professional football team; and the team physician for George Washington University teams and several high school teams. Dr. Fine has been named a Super Doctor by the Washington Post magazine, as well as a Top Doctor by Consumers’ Checkbook magazine and a Regional Top Doctor for the Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Washington-Baltimore areas by Castle Connolly. Dr. Fine has contributed articles for numerous publications, including InMotion, published by the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine; articles on compartment syndrome and soccer injuries for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons; and other scientific publications. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-fine-79499622 Recent News Articles and Media Coverage How to Avoid Over-Exercising. Washingtonian Magazine (10/08/2014) Common Knee Surgery Does Very Little for Some, Study Suggests. The New York Times (12/25/2013). Dr. Fine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Frozen Shoulder.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Aligned Orthopedic Partners

    19735 Germantown Rd #120, 
    Germantown, MD 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brett Hampton is an Orthopedics provider in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Hampton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Spinal Stenosis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    Aligned Orthopedic Partners

    19735 Germantown Rd #120, 
    Germantown, MD 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Peterson is an Orthopedics specialist and a Sports Medicine provider in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Peterson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Peterson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis

    Potomac Valley Orthopaedic Associates

    Olney, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Denis O'brien is an Orthopedics provider in Olney, Maryland. Dr. O'brien is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Tenosynovitis.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis

    Aligned Orthopedic Partners

    10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 506, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "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 Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis

    Aligned Orthopedic Partners

    10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 506, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Telugu
    Offers Telehealth

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

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis

    Aligned Orthopedic Partners

    10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 506, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    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 Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Synovitis, Tendinitis, and Tenosynovitis.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Aligned Orthopedic Partners

    10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 506, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

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

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis

    Aligned Orthopedic Partners

    10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 506, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    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 Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Tennis Elbow, Osteoarthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Tenosynovitis.

    Ira D. Fisch
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Aligned Orthopedic Partners

    10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 506, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    A graduate of Queens College and Georgetown University School of Medicine, Dr. Fisch trained in orthopedic surgery at the Montefiore/ Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. He received spine training at the Spinecare/ St. Mary’s/ Stanford University Combined Spine Fellowship Program. His areas of special interest include surgery of the cervical, lumbar, and thoracic spine. As a diplomate of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Dr. Fisch is trained in all aspects of spine surgery instrumentation, using anterior and posterior approaches. In addition, he is a leader in state-of-the-art spine injections, which frequently enable patients to avoid surgery.SpecialtiesCervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar SpinePrivilegesDr. Fisch performs surgery at Surgical Specialty Center of Mid-Atlantic, Suburban Hospital and the Surgery Center of Rockville. Dr. Fisch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Invertebral Disc Disease, Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis

    My Med Clinic PA

    19731 Executive Park Cir, 
    Germantown, MD 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Farzana Ajmal is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Ajmal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Papular Urticaria, Vitamin D Deficiency, Tracheitis, and Insomnia.

    Adedapo T. Ajayi
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Sports Medicine | Orthopedics
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Sports Medicine | Orthopedics

    Aligned Orthopedic Partners

    19735 Germantown Rd #120, 
    Germantown, MD 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ajayi is an orthopedic surgeon who focuses on sports medicine, knee replacement surgery, and shoulder surgery.Dr. Ajayi attended medical school at the Meharry Medical College School of Medicine. He then did his residency at Howard, and did a sports fellowship at the Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati. He previously worked at Frederick Regional Hospital prior to joining Aligned Orthopedic Partners.Dapo lives in North Bethesda, MD with his wife and 10 month old daughter. His hobbies include traveling and attending sporting events. Dr. Ajayi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Joseph Shrout
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Aligned Orthopedic Partners

    19735 Germantown Rd #120, 
    Germantown, MD 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Shrout is a graduate of Oregon State University where he was awarded High Honors with a Bachelor of Science degree. He earned his Doctor of Medicine at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD, and then received his post-graduate orthopaedic surgery training at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, WA.He worked for six years in general orthpaedics and sports medicine, including a one year combat deployment to Iraq in 2003 as a Forward Surgical Team commander with the decorated 101st Airborne Division. Upon his return, he completed a one-year Hand and Upper Extremity fellowship at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. in conjunction with the Curtis National Hand Center in Baltimore, MD.Dr. Shrout has been practicing in orthopaedic surgery since 1994, and retired from the U.S. Army in 2011 at the rank of Colonel. He has been in private practice in the Washington area since 2011, and has maintained his involvement in orthopaedic sports medicine by participating as a team physician for the D.C. United Men’s professional soccer team, and Head Team Physician for the D.C. United Women’s team in 2012. In 2013 he served as Head Team Physician for the inaugural season of the National Women’s Soccer League professional team, the Washington Spirit. He also has a particular interest in the treatment and prevention of sports related injuries of the upper extremity. Dr. Shrout is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Tennis Elbow, Frozen Shoulder, and Trigger Thumb.

    Rajeev Pandarinath
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis

    Aligned Orthopedic Partners

    10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 506, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Pandarinath specializes in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, hip, and knee. He has been practicing in the DC Metro area since 2010 and has been voted a Washingtonian Top Doctor by his peers. He is Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery, with a Subspeciality Certification in Sports Medicine. He started his practice at George Washington University, where he was an Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Director of Sports Medicine, as well as Head Orthopedic Surgeon for the George Washington University Colonials and University of the District of Columbia Firebirds as well as a Team Physician for the DC Furies (women’s rugby).Dr. Pandarinath’s approach is to focus on each patient as an individual, assess their unique issues and goals, and come up with a customized plan to return them to their desired activities. He works in collaboration with a team of physical therapists, nurses, and athletic trainers, and believes in a multidisciplinary approach to treating patients. He takes care of a variety of problems, including shoulder (rotator cuff disorders, instability, clavicle fractures, shoulder separations), knees (ligament injuries, patellar instability, ACL/PCL/MCL/LCL tears, cartilage restoration, complex knee surgery), and ankles (Achilles ruptures, ankle sprains). He also does general orthopedic care as well as fracture care. Dr. Pandarinath is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Hip Replacement, and Shoulder Arthroscopy.

    James S. Melvin
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis

    District Orthopedics PC

    5454 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1000, Suite 1000, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Melvin is an Orthopedics provider in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Melvin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    The Centers For Advanced Orthopedcs

    14995 Shady Grove Rd Ste 350, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sunjay Berdia is an Orthopedics provider in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Berdia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Hemangiopericytoma, Rhizarthrosis, Tenosynovitis, and Tendinitis.

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    What is the definition of Osteoarthritis?

    Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common joint disorder. It is due to aging and wear and tear on a joint.

    When should I see an Osteoarthritis doctor near Gaithersburg, MD?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Osteoarthritis doctor near Gaithersburg, MD?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Osteoarthritis doctors near Gaithersburg, MD?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Osteoarthritis doctors near Gaithersburg, MD?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Osteoarthritis doctor near Gaithersburg, MD?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Osteoarthritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Osteoarthritis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Osteoarthritis doctor near Gaithersburg, MD?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Osteoarthritis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Osteoarthritis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Osteoarthritis doctors near Gaithersburg, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Osteoarthritis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Osteoarthritis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Osteoarthritis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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