Summary

Joseph Obrien is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. O’Brien specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery and revision of failed spine surgery. A graduate of Vanderbilt University and the George Washington School of Medicine, Dr. O’Brien completed his training at the Johns Hopkins University Medical Center with a fellowship in spinal reconstructive surgery. Dr. O’Brien has previously served as an associate professor for Orthopaedic Surgery & Neurological Surgery and the Medical Director of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery at the George Washington University.SpecialtiesMinimally Invasive Surgery of the Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar Spine

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 25 years of experience
  • 74 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
  • 176 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Joseph Raymond Obrien has 2 locations

Aligned Orthopedic Partners

10215 Fernwood RoadBethesda, MD 20817
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Aligned Orthopedic Partners

1635 N. George Mason Drive #180Arlington, VA 22205
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Joseph Raymond Obrien, MDDr. Brad Gelfand, MDDr. Ira David Fisch, MDDr. Eve Hoffman, MD
Orthopedic Spine SurgeryOrthopedic Spine SurgeryOrthopedic Spine SurgeryOrthopedic Spine Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.1 
25 Years of Experience 40 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, Spanish Speaks English
Bethesda , MDWashington , DCBethesda , MDBethesda , MD
Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Georgetown University School of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Brown University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Raymond Obrien

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • DC Medicaid - Medicaid
  • DC Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Innovation Health
  • Integra
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Optima Health
  • Optima Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optima Health - PPO
  • Priority Partners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • State Farm
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - HSA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Raymond Obrien has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Raymond Obrien has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Decompression
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Spinal Fractures
  • Spinal Stenosis

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences in 2001.

NPI Number

Dr. Obrien's NPI number is 1437109907.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Joseph Obrien speak?
Dr. Joseph Obrien speaks English and Spanish.
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Where is Dr. Joseph Obrien's office located?
Dr. Joseph Obrien's office is located at 10215 Fernwood Road, Bethesda, MD, 20817.

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