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Dr. Rajeev Pandarinath specializes in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, hip, and knee. He has been practicing in the DC Metro area since 2010 and has been voted a Washingtonian Top Doctor by his peers. He is Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery, with a Subspeciality Certification in Sports Medicine. He started his practice at George Washington University, where he was an Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Director of Sports Medicine, as well as Head Orthopedic Surgeon for the George Washington University Colonials and University of the District of Columbia Firebirds as well as a Team Physician for the DC Furies (women’s rugby).Specialties Shoulder Dislocations Rotator Cuff Repair Labral Tears Biceps Tendonitis Shoulder ImpingementEmoroacetabular Impingement Hip Bursitis Knee Ligament Surgery ACL Tears Meniscal Repair Dr. Pandarinath's method centers on treating each patient as a unique individual, carefully evaluating their specific concerns and objectives. He develops …personalized plans to help them resume their desired activities. Working hand in hand with a team of physical therapists, physician assistants, and athletic trainers, he advocates a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to patient care.Dr. Pandarinath manages a wide range of issues such as those related to the shoulder (including rotator cuff disorders, instability, arthritis, clavicle fractures, and shoulder separations), hips (like stress fractures and hip impingement), knees (encompassing ligament injuries, patellar instability, tears in the ACL/PCL/MCL/LCL, cartilage restoration, and complex knee surgery), as well as ankles (including Achilles ruptures and ankle sprains).In addition to his specialized work, he provides general orthopedic care and manages fracture treatments.Dr. Pandarinath is a native of North Carolina, and attended Duke University for his undergraduate education, followed by medical school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He completed his orthopedic residency at UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles and did a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia, where he worked with athletes at all levels, including professional (Philadelphia Eagles, Flyers, 76ers, Phillies) and collegiate (St. Joseph’s University).In addition to his orthopedic practice, Dr. Pandarinath is also active in numerous national societies, including AAOS (American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons) and AOSSM (American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine). He is on various national committees and has published research that has been presented at national meetings.

Dr. Pandarinath's Ratings and Reviews

4.8

63 Ratings with 59 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 17 Minutes

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Patients frequently commend Dr. Rajeev Pandarinath for his kindness, attentiveness, and thoroughness in addressing their concerns and providing clear explanations of treatment options without rushing to surgery. Many appreciate his professional demeanor, ability to listen and communicate effectively, and his skillful handling of procedures such as knee aspirations and cortisone injections. While the majority of feedback is positive, some patients mention the drawbacks of being in a large practice, which includes longer wait times. Nonetheless, the emphasis on his compassionate and knowledgeable approach seems to overshadow any inconveniences from the practice setting.

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