Dr Unger is a terrific surgeon but he is also a man of few words…read more The surgery is now performed at a doctor-owned surgical facility in Bethesda. The practice appears to me to be a well-oiled office. Doctors work well with physical therapists. Surgery is surgery. There is pain involved. But if you need surgery, I recommend Dr . Unger and his group.

Nov 2021 - Bike accident resulting in "skier's thumb" aka torn ulnar collateral ligament (UCL). I…read moresaw a MedStar orthopedist in Jan/Feb who X-rayed it said it was torn but would heal. It didn't get better, so I saw Dr. Pan (OrthoVirginia) in April 2022. She ordered an MRI, said my ligament was string-thin, and strongly recommended surgery asap. This would've been expensive and inconvenient, so I visited WOSM in June 2022 for a 3rd opinion. Dr. Barth explained that the MRI showed my ligament is fine (acknowledging that the joint was still a little swollen and achy), and for some reason UCL injuries can take a year to fully recover. He said we could revisit surgery that fall if it's still problematic. I almost teared up with relief that I could avoid surgery (and that he was not a profit-seeking surgeon). Patience paid off, as I now have full strength, range of motion, and only occasional sensitivity at the extremes. I suspect lingering issues would have been worse if I had surgery.

My wife consulted this doctor for a hip problem. During the consultation, the doctor injected her…read morewith lidocaine and cortisol without using ultrasound guidance. Instead, he inserted the needle and then took an X-ray afterward to verify the placement (ex post facto). Unfortunately, something went wrong, which worsened her condition and increased her pain. I tried to contact him for the next week to seek guidance. After 10 days, he finally answered my call, but he was very irritated and started yelling at me. When I asked him to calm down and lower his voice, he warned me that he wouldn't say anything more and then hung up the call. I don't know if he was having a bad day, but that's no excuse to treat patients --or anyone-- like that.

Nice doctor; attentive, doesn't push treatments on you. Very realistic, listen to your concerns.read more

This is an excellent practice. The physical therapists and assistants are amazing. However, the…read morefront desk experience has become absolutely brutal. Unprofessional. Uncaring. Untrained. I have never dealt with anything like it. We will continue to see Dr. Keeling, but we will never return to the physical therapy division of this practice because of their incompetence and inconsideration.

Yesterday I was seen by Dr. Dan Pereles for the soreness and stiffness I had been experiencing in…read moremy right knee for close to two weeks. I am 71 and an avid e-bike rider putting in 60 to 80 miles a week, so when my knee issue flared up unexpectedly, kept me off my e-bike, and began to adversely impact my other day to day activities, I became concerned that maybe I was headed for something complicated and unpleasant. Dr. Pereles took one look at the x rays and said it was just some arthritis and nothing structural. He was wonderful and gave me all the time and attention I could ask for. We discussed a couple of treatment options, and I opted for the cortisone shot. Just as he said, the relief was nearly immediate and one day later I was back to riding for the first time in two weeks. Dr. Pereless first treated me probably 20 years ago for torn meniscus in both knees. Over the course of six months he performed two separate very successful outpatient surgeries on me to deal with those issues. I just want to stop and thank Dr. Pereles for his expert care and "bedside" manner. It feels so good to not be in pain and able to go about my normal routine. Thank you again.

The rudest staff I have ever encountered. They are very disresptruly and dismissive of concerns…read more Their organizational skills leave a lot to be desired.

The staff are friendly and efficient. Check in was easy and I was taken back to an exam room in 5…read moreminutes. The physician's assistant was thorough, the X-rays were taken promptly and Dr. Goldsmith came in less than 10 minutes. He was thorough and explained things clearly. He was kind, empathic and direct. I have nothing but good things to say about this practice

great hand surgeon! I recommend him highly. He was very clear and helpful and great care!read more

He did a tendon relocation surgery on my mother's left hand. She is 90 and relies mostly on a…read morewheelchair. Prior to the surgery she had dexterity in her thumb and forefinger so she could grab things like a plate, pull up her pants etc. It was a totally failed surgery leaving her hand paralyzed. Now all fingers are completely stiff, immovable and have totally collapsed on each other causing a bad situation for skin breakdown. She is in constant pain. The hand started collapsing pretty soon after the bandages were removed. On her last visit he was so harsh, callous when seeing the hand failing saying "I can't do anything else for you." Eight months later it is purple and seems to just be getting smaller and smaller as I guess it deteriorates. We understand all surgery has risk. What we did not understand was his lack of forethought and it seems he didn't even consider the risk, loosing independence at 90, being in constant pain etc. with her condition (falling and breaking her left arm) or age. Seems that is part of the job. Our mistake was trusting that did the cost/risk analysis for her quality of life when recommending the surgery. We should have gotten a third opinion. Writing this review does nothing for my mom's last years turning pretty grim because of this surgery, but maybe it'll help someone else.

Dr. Goldstein is NOT a doctor who knows the problem before hearing the issue; thank goodness for…read morethis. He is, however, a patient, open-minded, and genuinely concerned physician (and also an orthopedic surgeon, not a podiatrist - Yelp needs to update their drop-down lists!!!), and the best foot doctor (I've seen a few over the years...) I know of in the area.

Dr. Goldstein is solid and helped talk me out of wasting time and money seeing a chiropractor…read more Turns out, my back problem was not severe and it went away fairly soon after the visit. He's not against alternative therapies, but he helped me understand my particular situation didn't need it. He definitely cares about his patients and takes time to understand their problems. I may upgrade this to 5 stars after I see him again for a problem with my foot.

The Centers for Advanced Orthopedics is a scumbag operation, funneling patients in and out as fast…read moreas possible, attempting to add on extra charges after-the-fact, lying about paperwork being sent out, and then lying ON the paperwork about it being 'past due'. They are unmistakably driven by profit over patient care, and are a perfect encapsulation of what's wrong with the American medical industry. I had 1 appointment with Dr. Keeling. He was late. He then rushed through our appointment as fast as humanly possible, spending maybe 6 or 7 minutes with me. He told me I had some medical-jargon-named condition in my knee, and that I should start PT in their PT office ASAP, ideally that day. He then tried to leave at the point in the appointment where a good doctor would then sit and talk me through the condition, what I should do, what I should expect, etc. But no, he didn't even tell me the used name (arthritis), and provided no helpful advice or guidance going forward. He just wanted me signed up for PT and he wanted the appointment OVER. So I got home and had to google all of the information that a good doctor would have provided, and, ya know, trust that what I'm finding on the internet is sound medical advice. That would have been enough for a 1-star review, but there's more scumbaggery. Within days of the appointment, I started receiving urgent emails from their office claiming I had an Overdue Balance with them. After getting 5 or 6 of these emails without having gotten a physical bill for them for anything, I called in (they don't have an email address). The woman who answered assured me that the physical bill had been sent out and I would see it in a few days at the most. Several MONTHS go by, and I receive nothing except more urgent emails. Today, the physical bill finally arrived 3 months after the appointment. The bill claims a SECOND co-payment is owed, and that I am 60 days past due. It's this kind of used-car-salesmen nonsense that keeps people, in general, hesitant to go to doctors at all. So my advice would be to stay far, far away from this profit center and Dr. Keeling.

Dr. Keeling was condescending, dismissive, and abrupt. He lacked any level of empathy and had an…read moreinappropriate bedside manner. He had boundary adherence and guideline compliance issues. History of DUI.

Dr. Melvin replaced my 92 year old mom's hip and she has fully recovered. Besides his fantastic…read moresurgical skills, he has a wonderful bedside manner. He were recommended by a 80 + year old friend who had both hips replaced by Dr. Melvin. We're very pleased.

Dr Melvin was brought in to "save" my knee after an infection associated with knee replacement…read moresurgery. He was always positive, laid out a plan of action and kept me in the game. It was a long haul but i still have two legs to stand on and have regained my ability to again live an independent life.

i'm so regretful that I had spine surgery with Dr Goldsmith on 10/14/24. I was unable to stand…read moreanywhere approaching straight or walk. THis matter was taken care of in the surgery. However, immediately upon waking up from the surgery I had excruciating pain in my right leg and foot. I had an MRI and was told it was a hematoma and would go away in 6 weeks. THe hematoma went away but the pain did NOT. I got to the point where I was unable to walk or stand, period. I could not leave my house except to go to doctor's appointments. I could not walk ev en with a cane. I continued to go see DR Goldsmith and his PA Carl Durias, who basically minimized my pain and blew me off. He NEVER seemed curious about what might be going on. They kept offering me more and more medications which really didn't help with the pain and were very sedating. He said I had "complex pain syndrome", what the hell is that? He told me to go to a pain physician in town who is using a new nerve conductor called "the Scrambler" to the tune of $3500 (not paid for my insurance). I went 2X and when I got my CT scan results I stopped. My problems were way beyond "The Scrambler. In March 2025, I met with 2 Neurosurgeons and had a CT scan and another MRI at that time. From studying the CT scan and looking at the screws in my back were loose, there were 2 spinal fractures , severe stenosis with nerve compression .Both of the Neurosurgeons agreed upon the diagnoses and the procedure. I got operated again on 4/4/2025, with Dr Louis Chang, less than 6 months after my first surgery. Dr Chang had to perform a bigger surgery to revise MISTAKES Dr Goldsmith had made, and then some more. As soon as I woke up from my 2nd surgery, my 24/7 excruciating right leg pain was GONE!!!!. Goldsmith was negligent in his treatment of me. Why didn't HE order a CT scan when I was in so much pain for so long? Why. because he just didn't care. Maybe he didbn't want to see how he screwed up???? THis was and is the worst medical experience I have ever had. I hope my writing this will discourage you from having him operate on you or a loved one. Four. months out from my 2 surgery I am walking 2 miles, and have my life back. If I had not sought out some other consultations I would be where I was, 24/7 pain, not being able to walk and stuck in my house.

I am so thankful I was referred to Dr. Goldsmith for my neck pain. My diagnosis was not easy for…read moreme personally to hear for the first time, and he seemed to actually care and empathize while providing the best possible actions for me to take. Very detailed in explanation of pros and cons and very patient with me as i rambled at times trying to make sure i asked every question i could. I felt confident in his judgment, i felt he did everything there was to be done, and i felt like i was in good hands. He listened very well, answered all of my questions, and understood what mattered most to me. The staff was also very friendly, efficient, and understanding. Everyone was helpful and contributed to the positive environment. Thank you!

My New Patient visit with Dr. Firestone went well, as his hospitable demeanor & skilled insight was…read morevery beneficial. Specifically pertaining to a previous procedure I had to the present art of technique & care. Dr. Firestone's comfortable patient care mannerism, to his wealth of knowledge & experience impelled me to move forward with my services. For one of my two lesser procedures, Dr. Firestone stated he could probably take care of same day. I opted to make an appointment, yet appreciate him being proactive. *State of the art X-Ray machine *Quick follow up from the Surgical Coordinator *This location is right across the street from Sak's, a block away from the Friendship Heights Metro Station - Red Line. A kind thank you to the front office & medical staff as they effortlessly contribute to providing an essential & caring environment.

I rarely write reviews but have been so pleased with the excellent treatment that Dr. Lee…read moreFirestone has provided that I am motivated to share my outstanding experiences with others. I initially saw him for orthotics. Dr Firestone was tireless in making sure that the orthotics were exactly right and called the manufacturer numerous times to have them modified until they were right for my foot. I also saw him for a painful toe. His treatment quickly and gently resolved the problem. Most recently a neuroma was causing pain and hindering my ability to take the long walks that I love. After carefully examining my foot and my orthotic Dr Firestone felt that a modification to my orthotic would help resolve the problem. Dr Firestone personally sent a picture to the orthotic manufacturer detailing exactly what he wanted done. He will contact me when they are ready. I know from my previous experience with him that he will not be satisfied until " he makes it right for me." Dr Firestone' s expertise, empathy and tireless pursuit of finding the best treatment for my foot problems has earned my kudos and deepest thanks!