Dr. Frank A. Pettrone, MD | Arlington, VA | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Frank Pettrone is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Georgetown University Medical Center. With 57 years of dedicated experience in orthopedic care, Dr. Pettrone has developed extensive knowledge in treating musculoskeletal conditions and sports-related injuries. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Pettrone practices at Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington, Virginia, and also sees patients at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital in Fairfax, Virginia. His clinical expertise includes treating joint pain and back pain in various patient populations, from pregnant women to children and teenagers. He incorporates comprehensive rehabilitation approaches into patient care, including physical therapy and strength training programs. Patients have …given Dr. Pettrone an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his orthopedic and sports medicine care.

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41 Ratings
57 years of experience
42 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Georgetown University Medical Center
20 written reviews
2 specialties
18 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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Dr Frank Pettrone & OrthoVirginia have been providing our family with outstanding orthopedic care for 20+ years and their expertise, thorough approach, and front/back office efficiency are unparalleled in the DC Metro region. For patient's of all ages and activity levels, Dr Pettrone & OrthoVirginia distinguish themselves with a consistent, evidence-based, and wholistic approach to diagnosing and resolving your orthopedic problems (e.g. complete review of medical history to identify potential relationships between a patient's non-orthopedic medical histor

February 27th, 2023

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I am very grateful to Dr. Pettrone at OrthoVirginia. I injured my hand and had it initially looked at and rays done at an urgent care. They told me I needed to see a hand specialist. I called OrthoVirginia and they were able to get me seen quickly. Dr. Pettrone was super kind, careful, and reassuring. He was able to set (reduced) my fracture and made sure it was done with minimal pain and discomfort. I see him next week for a follow up. Many Thanks for all of his help and great care!

October 2nd, 2022

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I’ve had the pleasure of having Dr Pettrone as my doctor before. on a previous knee injury. This time for a shoulder injury. Again he was professional and very helpful from the beginning and to the end on my follow up. Thanks Doc!

September 14th, 2021

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Very knowledgeable and great bedside manners

July 23rd, 2020

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Top notch doctor

February 27th, 2020

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Dr Pettrone is the very best. He is a good listener and provides sound advice. Also, he insures follow-up in order to take good care of his patient. He is heads-up on the state of the art. C Toftoy

August 15th, 2019

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Great doc!!! Thorough exam. Very polite and professional but still talks to you not down to you!

August 14th, 2019

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Appointments were brief and simple. Get in, get out without a rushed feeling. Always left content. I healed perfectly fine within a good amount of time (nothing prolonged). Doctor was nice and always had a friendly smile on his face. Mostly business than chitchat. A few of his staff were also nice and friendly.

July 24th, 2019

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Dr Pettrone was great. Very quick to see me and was very nice and personable

May 1st, 2019

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Dr Pettrone has years of experience, systems in place to collect patient’s personal history and empathy that mark an outstanding and caring doctor

March 7th, 2019

Virginia Hospital Center

1701 N George Mason DrArlington, VA 22205

Tel: (703) 558-5000

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

3600 Joseph Siewick DrFairfax, VA 22033

Tel: (703) 391-3600


Dr. Frank Angelo Pettrone, MD	Dr. Daniel Cuttica, DO	Dr. Alan Nagel, MD	Dr. Craig Thomas, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.1 (41 Ratings)	4.7 (15 Ratings)	4.3 (7 Ratings)	4.7 (30 Ratings)
57 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Arlington , VA	Falls Church , VA	Rockville , MD	Glenn Dale , MD
Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine	Med School: Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Howard University College of Medicine	Med School: Georgetown University
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Shoulder Pain
Sports Injuries
Sports Medicine
Surgery
Tennis Elbow

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Georgetown University Medical Center

Medical School

Georgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1969

Dr. Jeffrey P Haggquist, DO
Sports Medicine
25 Years Exp | WASHINGTON, DC
(3)
Dr. Supriya Massood Parowski, DO
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
33 Years Exp | Naples, FL
(4)
Dr. James M Petko, MD
Podiatry
| Falls Church, VA
(0)
Dr. Robert Jon Neviaser, MD
Hand Surgery
64 Years Exp | Washington, DC
(6)
Dr. Adam Mark Pickett, MD
Sports Medicine
16 Years Exp | ARLINGTON, VA
(0)
Dr. Jeffrey G Cassis, DC
Chiropractor
34 Years Exp | ARLINGTON, VA
(0)
Dr. Jay S Greenstein, DC
Chiropractor
| Rockville, MD
(0)
Dr. Joshua Eric Martin, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
10 Years Exp | Potomac, MD
(4)
Dr. Archie Lee Overmann
Orthopaedic Trauma
11 Years Exp | Fort Eisenhower, GA
(0)
Dr. Stephanie A Singh
Sports Medicine
11 Years Exp | FAIRFAX, VA
(0)

Does Dr. Frank Pettrone accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Frank Pettrone has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Frank Pettrone speak?: Dr. Frank Pettrone speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Frank Pettrone accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Frank Pettrone accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Frank Pettrone accepting new patients?: Dr. Frank Pettrone has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Frank Pettrone affiliated with?: Dr. Frank Pettrone is affiliated with Virginia Hospital Center.

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