I first went to see Dr. Guidi in 2009 for shoulder pain, I knew I did something bad to my shoulder…read more After almost 20 years of rock climbing, including going to the climbing gym multiple times a week, I completely tore my rotator cuff and separated my labrum in my shoulder. Dr. Guidi accurately diagnosed the problem on my first visit. He sent me to get an MRI with contrast to help determine the extent of the damage. From injury to first visit to MRI to surgery was maybe a month, and much of that was my being in denial and my busy work schedule. Dr. Guidi repaired both injuries in one long surgery. He recommended an aggressive physical therapy regime, which I appreciated. All of my office visits were highly professional and informative. Most of all, I appreciated that Dr. Guidi was working with me to get me back to triathlons and climbing. I did a triathlon 14 week post-surgery (that was not doctor approved) but I did it. At 4 months out, I started climbing again. At 9 months out, I was back to my full climbing strength. In 2012, I was a repeat customer for Dr. Guidi. This time for an elbow injury, also climbing induced. Dr. Guidi accurately diagnosed that I had a partially torn tendon in my elbow. I had the choice of months of rest followed by physical therapy or surgery to repair the elbow. Given that the pain was really bad, I opted for surgery. This was a quick surgery, not too much damage but enough to require surgery. Two days after surgery, my elbow felt much better than prior to surgery. One month of physical therapy and I was back to climbing again. Once again, I got back to full strength. I trust Dr. Guidi's judgment and appreciate his willingness to get you back to the sports that you love. I highly recommend him if you have a sports injury. I just recently did exactly that for a friend who moved here from Atlanta. My friend took a bad fall playing basketball - I'm told there were loud popping sounds in his ankle. After the ankle didn't heal, I recommended my friend visit Dr. Guidi. MRI showed two torn ligaments. I took my buddy in for surgery and got to see Dr. Guidi. That man works hard on surgery days. He did a great job fixing my buddy's ligaments. My buddy is not 100% yet but it's less than 8 weeks post-surgery. I trust and highly recommend Dr. Guidi

I have been a patient of Dr. Guidi's for 10 plus years, seeing him for various sports injuries. I…read moreincurred a meniscal tear about a year and half ago (my first joint issue) and discovered through an MRI that I had arthritic changes and reduced cartilage in my knee. I was having pain under my knee cap because of this...the meniscus tear was small and not very noticeable to me. Dr. Guidi suggested Hyalgen injections which are natural synovial fluid that provides an increased cushion between the bones and it worked like a charm. The tear got worse so I decided to have arthroscopic surgery. Two and a half months post surgery I am pain free. I cannot say enough about Dr. Guidi and his staff. He has incredible bedside manner and you cannot find a more competent orthopedic surgeon. The group has a rehab facility across the hall from the office and they are great. If you are seeking the comfort of knowing that you are in good hands, I would highly recommend Dr. Guidi as your orthopedic surgeon/sports medicine physician!!

I had injured my ankle and was nervous with the treatment | was getting from the Orthopedic Foot…read moreand Ankle Center. Or lack of treatment rather. I knew I had a fracture and my foot was swollen, bruised and getting worse over 11 days since my injury. I called to get a second opinion when my now former doctor kept ignoring my concerns of increased swelling pain. Beginning with the receptionist that answered my call who actually showed concern for my situation and got me in the same day to see Dr. Nodelman. Dr.Nodelman truly listened to my situation, conducted a very thorough exam, new x-rays and identified fractures Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Center never did! I had been walking on this foot until now! My only regret is that | didn't come to see Dr. Nodelman first.bHe ordered a CT scan to further evaluate the extent of my injuries. He genuinely cares about what he does, and doesn't chalk it up to just a sprained ankle.

The DPM Lonny Nodelman did not even examine my swollen big toe when I showed it to him.  I had to…read morepoint out everything including the swollen part of the toe and the insensitivity near it.   He never examined my skin or my toe. When I mentioned the symptoms and revealed the toe to him, he showed no interest, or intuition, much less recommendations for treatment, except to find a neurologist, which it turns out I don't need at all.  He didn't follow up with a neurologist like he said he would.  I'm being billed $80 for a non-service, utterly no professional treatment, examination, or courtesy.  Absolutely nothing!

First and foremost Dr. Wolff and his team to include his fantastic PA Grey Davenport were…read moregregarious, empathetic, responsive and most importantly exceedingly proficient in their craft. I have dealt with bilateral hip pain for 4 years without proper diagnosis. Dr. Wolff knew what was wrong in 5 minutes of my exam. I had a right Hip Arthroscopy for FAI with Labrum Reconstruction on 4-19-2024. Immediately after surgery my hip pain was gone and the recovery was a breeze. I do not know if I am the exception but I was walking without crutches by day 11-12 without any issues. If you need any hip procedure in the DMV Dr. Wolff and his team are without exception the best Orthopedic Surgical Group around! Highly recommend!

I Had hip labrum reconstructive surgery with Dr. Wolffe, and for over a year he insisted that the…read moreongoing pain in my hip was due to inflammation. I went back to him every 2 to 3 months for that year explaining to him that I was diligent with my physical therapy and taking the medication he told me to take, and yet the hip wasn't getting any better. But He continued to insist it was ongoing inflammation for over a year. Since he wasn't willing to consider what else it might be or offer any other solutions to help me, I went out and got a second opinion. So I saw another surgeon, and after he operated on me, he determined that I had extensive scarring inside my hip binding the hip flexor muscles to the hip capsule. After he removed all the scar tissue from my hip, it was much better and pain free. Dr. Wolff refused to consider that anything else may be going on, and so he wasn't able to help me. While a nice man, I found that he was rushed during our appointments and he wasn't always in the moment. So I don't feel he was always listening to what I had to say. Regardless, him continuing to insist my pain was due to inflammation for an entire year wasn't really him thinking about what else the problem might be or to consider other solutions.

I can't say enough about my positive experience under the care of Dr. Matthew Buchanan at Nirschl…read moreOrthopaedic Center. After months of ankle and foot pain, my PT referred me to Dr. Buchanan and after the first visit, I knew I was on the right path to healing. He was very pleasant and patient with all my questions and concerns and clearly explained what was going on with my foot. I had ankle ligament reconstruction a year ago and my foot is now better than ever. The office was great to work with on scheduling appointments, the PA Jessica was fabulous, and the surgery was very straightforward. One thing I really liked was the detailed instructions for pre and post surgical care. This established realistic expectations for my recovery and something I could refer back to when needed. They are a very caring and helpful group of people and I will continue to use them for my joint care.

Was in pain and told to get an MRI, which I did. Pain worsened and my leg went numb (MRI showed…read morebulging disc pressing nerve). I was in debilitating pain and they didn't return phone calls for 2 days and I had to go to ER.

Dr. Sheth was incredibly helpful and thorough. Originally, I went to him for a second opinion to…read moredecide if surgery was the right course of action or not, even after telling him that I would go with a different surgeon if the operation was required, he sat there with me for over an hour, answering all of my questions in great detail. He could have easily hurried me out of his office, since he has other patients to care for but he did not. In all honesty, I have never walked out of a doctor's office feeling as comfortable and informed as I did from his office. He is a great doctor and is very personable.

These people are experts and they use their skills to help the patient accomplish her own goals. So…read morepractical and creative. Thanks!

Dr. Wellborn was the surgeon for my new knee. Every step along the way to surgery was carefully and…read morecompetently taken. Three months past surgery, I am living without pain in that new knee. It feels like a miracle was performed.

I went ahead with the replacement on April 2, 2019. I am four months out and doing well overall,…read moreeven considering the set backs I have had with my back. Unfortunately, certain post op complications can't be foreseen or avoided when they are not necessarily related to your procedure. (Note: I've had surgery to my back and SI joint in the past, so do not consider these issues his fault.) That said, Dr. Wellborn immediately addressed the issue by referring me to a highly respected neurosurgeon as soon as he recognized there was an issue. He even called the guy ahead of time and greased the skids so I didn't have to wait the month to get squeezed into his schedule. Back to the normal expectations: I was able to ditch the walker within the first week and only used the cane if going long distances by week 2. I rode my bike around the block at day 6! And for a mile at 2 weeks!! It is still easier to ride my bike than walk for long distances but I suspect this may be due to my back. He did a phenomenal job on the wound closure, which was approximated perfectly and really looks beautiful. My hip is functioning quite nicely and the pain I had in the joint was gone when I woke from surgery. I had the expected post op pain but that was relatively short lived and I was able to stop the pain meds very quickly. Advice I wish I'd had...don't wait if you need this procedure. Likely the reason for some of my complications has to with my delays and the resultant weakened muscles in my core, back and legs. The surgery and recovery time weakens you even more. Do all you can before and after to get strong. You will need those muscles! Then, pick the best surgeon you can. For me, he was it. And he operates out of Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington. I've been there now for two surgeries and can honestly rate them as one of the best hospitals I've ever been to!

I've been dealing with foot pain and made an appointment several weeks in advance with Dr. Smith,…read moreonly for it to be canceled the day of because Dr. Smith was ill (which was slightly annoying but fine.) But after two unanswered follow up calls during business hours, one in which I left a voicemail and didn't receive a callback, I decided to go with a different podiatrist. Not a great way to treat new patients!

Dr.Melissa Smith is wonderful! And so is her staff. Especially, Cassie. I currently have no…read moreinsurance so I called several different doctor offices to try and identify costs and procedures for my big toe that was in a lot of pain. Cassie was the only person to ask what was going on with my toe, and recommended a few things to do prior to booking a podiatrist appointment. She said if at home care treatment didn't work after a few days, to call again and they would take care of me. After a few days, I decided to call back. As promised, Cassie was immediately accommodating and got me an appointment with Dr.Smith. Dr.Smith was awesome. She was honest, knowledgeable, kind, and funny. I truly appreciate the care that her and her staff showed me today. I can tell they are in the medical profession because they truly care about the wellbeing of people. Dr.Smith will for sure be my go to podiatrist!!

I was suffering with a back that I threw out 2 weeks prior. Denise answered my call and she was…read moresuper friendly and very helpful. In fact, she offered to check my insurance right away and we determined that I was covered. Then she immediately got me scheduled for a same-day treatment. She is an awesome first impression to Dr Hawa! Getting here was easy and convenient. I recommend bringing a jacket with you, the office is very cool. Meeting Dr. Hawa was similarly great. He's a warm, friendly, and boisterous guy who I instantly liked. We hit it off talking about barefoot shoes and I quickly learned that he's a fountain of interesting tips and facts. Next, we began the patient interview and his line of questioning let him diagnose what was going on and sure enough, his corrective actions brought immediate relief. I like that Dr. Hawa is also in sports medicine and rehabilitation because he has a lot of exposure to athletes and their various ailments. As an avid indoor rock climber, we were able to talk through the pain I'd been experiencing, what I'd done to cause it, and exercises I could do to help strengthen and prevent this from recurring. He even showed me pictures from a medical book to better illustrate what was going on with my body. After some painless adjustments, he used interferential therapy, a kind of electronic stimulation therapy. I later looked it up and unlike TENS therapy which sends a current across your skin, interferential penetrate deeper providing some pretty legit relief. On top of the interferential therapy, he placed a heating pad on the affected area.

Amazing chiropractic care. Dr. Hawa has very advanced knowledge of not only spinal care but…read moreoverall joint care. His goal is to get you better - not just over the pain you are in but to the point where you can lead a healthy and happy life. Thanks Dr. Hawa and team!!!