Summary

Dr. Sam Wiesel is an orthopedic surgeon with 55 years of experience treating patients with spine and musculoskeletal conditions. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency training through the University of Pennsylvania Health System Program. Dr. Wiesel speaks English and brings more than five decades of surgical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Wiesel practices at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC. He specializes in treating patients with lumbar spondylosis, back strain, and lumbar herniated disc conditions. His approach to care includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques to help patients recover and maintain their mobility. Patients rate him 4.4 out of 5 stars for his care and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 55 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

3800 Reservoir Rd., NW Ground Floor PHC Building

3800 Reservoir Rd., NW Ground Floor, PHC BuildingWashington, DC 20007

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55 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Washington , DCLeonardtown , MDColumbia , MDGermantown , MD
Med School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Med School: University of Toledo Med School: The Ohio State University's College of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Sam W. Wiesel

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Sam W. Wiesel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Sam W. Wiesel has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Certifications, License, & Education

55 Years Experience

Sam W. Wiesel holds an active medical license in the states of District Of Columbia and Maryland.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Pennsylvania Health System Program.

Medical School

Graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in 1971.

NPI Number

Sam W. Wiesel's NPI number is 1417956517.

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Which hospitals is Sam Wiesel affiliated with?
Sam Wiesel is affiliated with Medstar Georgetown University Hospital.
Where is Sam Wiesel's office located?
Sam Wiesel's office is located at 3800 Reservoir Rd., NW Ground Floor, PHC Building, Washington, DC, 20007.

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