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

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Dr. Frank Pettrone has practiced orthopedic surgery and sports medicine for 57 years and is affiliated with Virginia Hospital Center. He completed his residency at Georgetown University Medical Center and sees patients in Arlington and Fairfax, Virginia. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Pettrone 4.07 out of 5.

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4.1

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
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. Pettrone's Ratings and Reviews

4.1

41 Ratings with 20 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 12 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (18) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Had a good bedside manner: (20) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Spent time with me: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Flexible scheduling: (20) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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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

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

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!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

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!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 14th, 2021

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Very knowledgeable and great bedside manners

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

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

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

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

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

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. Louis Levitt, MD, MEd, CAO Secretary	Dr. A. Brion Gardner, MD	John Christoforetti, MD, FAAOS
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.1 (41 Ratings)	4.4 (54 Ratings)	4.2 (21 Ratings)	4.7 (70 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	Washington , DC	Manassas , VA	Germantown , MD
Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine	Med School: University of Virginia School of Medicine Charlottesville, V.A.	Med School: Emory University School of Medicine	Med School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
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

Dr. Frank Angelo Pettrone holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Georgetown University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Georgetown University School Of Medicine in 1969.

NPI Number

Dr. Pettrone's NPI number is 1316960388.

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Where is Dr. Frank Pettrone's office located?: Dr. Frank Pettrone's office is located at 1701 N George Mason Dr, Arlington, VA, 22205.

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