Dr. James Gardiner, MD | Germantown, MD | Sports Medicine

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Dr. James Gardiner is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine and orthopedic surgery. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University and completed both his residency and fellowship training at Seton Hall University, with additional fellowship experience at St. Joseph Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Gardiner speaks English and brings specialized expertise in treating athletic injuries and musculoskeletal conditions.

Dr. Gardiner practices at The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics with locations in Germantown and Bethesda, Maryland, and maintains hospital privileges at Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center. He treats patients experiencing back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens. His surgical and clinical expertise includes general orthopedic procedures and sports medicine treatments. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5.

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The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics

19847 Century Blvd Ste 205Germantown, MD 20874

Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics

6710A Rockledge Dr Ste 130Bethesda, MD 20817

Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

accepting new patients
4.3

8 Ratings
26 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Seton Hall University, St. Joseph Hospital and Medical Center
6 written reviews
2 specialties
16 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Gardiner's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

8 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 5 Minutes

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Provided follow-up after the visit: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Dr Gardiner and the entire staff are highly professional. They always treat me with the utmost respect. I love this group, and would highly recommend them to anyone

March 23rd, 2021

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Treated for years for sports injuries by Dr. Gardiner. He is the best. Trust him with my life. Very professional and patient when explaining what the problem is. Offers different options every time and explains each option. Great bedside manners. Followed up after surgeries and provided his personal cell phone in case there were any issues said to call him. Love this doctor. Wouldn’t use any other practice.

January 27th, 2021

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He is THE BEST!

April 8th, 2020

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Always seems to want to give cortisone shots. Much shorter and rushed visit then in the past. Seems to know what he is doing

February 27th, 2020

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Kind,knowledgeable and informative. My active lifestyle was saved by his excellent skills!

June 10th, 2019

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Gave me a cortisone shot for my knee after telling me that I needed a knee replacement. Only after the shot did he tell me that I couldn't have surgery for 3 months because of the shot. Also gave different prognosis than his partner. Very cold and brusque.

May 31st, 2019

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Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
General Orthopedics
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Scoliosis
Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Seton Hall University, St. Joseph Hospital and Medical Center

Residency

Seton Hall University

Medical School

Georgetown University

What languages does Dr. James Gardiner speak?: Dr. James Gardiner speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Gardiner affiliated with?: Dr. James Gardiner is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center.
Does Dr. James Gardiner accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. James Gardiner has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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