Dr. James Debritz, MD | Washington, DC | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. James Debritz is an orthopedic surgeon with 26 years of experience helping patients overcome musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, DC, and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Debritz holds board certification in orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and speaks English.

Dr. Debritz practices at MedStar Washington Hospital Center and sees patients at GW Orthopaedic Surgery in Washington, DC. He specializes in treating joint pain, foot discomfort, and heel pain. His approach to care includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques to help patients regain mobility and reduce pain. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.3

24 Ratings
26 years of experience
29 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Georgetown University Hospital
6 written reviews
1 specialty
14 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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Dr. Debritz and his staff have provided me with excellent care.

June 11th, 2025

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No follow up. No return calls. Atrocious service. After scheduling surgery, never heard back until day of to tell me it was cancelled (never returned any calls when I asked for information about the surgery, including time and place). Breaking my femur was bad enough without being treated like I was invisible.

April 23rd, 2022

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The first time I saw Dr. DeBritz (for a broken arm), the wait was two hours, the visit was rushed, and he was brusque. My follow-up appointments have been the opposite: He took the time to answer my questions and was warm and personable. Waiting time improved considerably but not enough to warrant 5 stars. When it comes right down to it, though, the important thing is the doctor's expertise, and Dr. DeBritz gets top marks for that!

November 13th, 2019

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This is how I would summarize Dr Debritz attitude to his patients. I am not questioning his expertise in managing complex cases (though I’m not convinced of it either), but he is not for people who want answers to their questions

September 14th, 2019

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he has very rude people working in his office hes great but i still wouldnt reccomend him because his employees attitudes SUCK!

September 8th, 2009

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Dr. Debritz went out of his way facilitate the care of a shoulder injury I sustained. I was particularly impressed by the attention he showed to my case and I am convinced the speed of my recovery was due to his involvement. As a fellow surgeon it is easy to recognize many attributes that may be missed by someone outside the system and thus I would recommend him without hesitation to my closest family and friends.

April 23rd, 2009

GW Orthopaedic Surgery - West End: 2300 M Street

2300 M St NW Fl 5Washington, DC 20037

Tel: (202) 741-3300


Dr. James Debritz, MD	Dr. Craig Faulks, MD	Dr. Clifford Hinkes, MD, FAAOS	Dr. Kenneth Fine, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (24 Ratings)	4 (15 Ratings)	4.2 (16 Ratings)	4.1 (32 Ratings)
26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Washington , DC	Washington , DC	Chevy Chase , MD	Washington , DC
Med School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc	Med School: Case Western Reserve School of Medicine	Med School: Howard University College of Medicine	Med School: Northwestern University Evanston, IL
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Orthopedic Surgery

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

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, District Of Columbia, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Georgetown University Hospital

Georgetown Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery

Medical School

Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington DcGraduated in 2000

Georgetown University School of MedicineGraduated in 2000

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Where is Dr. James Debritz's office located?: Dr. James Debritz's office is located at 2300 M St NW Fl 5, Washington, DC, 20037.
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What languages does Dr. James Debritz speak?: Dr. James Debritz speaks English.
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