Dr. William Postma, MD | Washington, DC | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. William Postma is an orthopedic surgeon who earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Georgetown University in Washington, DC, followed by specialized fellowship training in orthopedic sports medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2012. With 20 years of experience in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Postma focuses on helping patients with joint and musculoskeletal conditions. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Postma practices at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and sees patients at multiple convenient locations throughout Washington, DC, Chevy Chase, Maryland, and McLean, Virginia. He specializes in treating joint pain, particularly knee and hip pain that affects daily activities. His approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques to help patients regain mobility and reduce discomfort. Patients rate Dr. Postma 4.6 out of …5 stars for his care.

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accepting new patients
4.6

49 Ratings
20 years of experience
51 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
38 written reviews
1 award
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Postma's Ratings and Reviews

4.6

49 Ratings with 38 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 16 Minutes

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Provided follow-up after the visit: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Patients commend Dr. William Fulton Postma for his exceptional surgical skills, attentive care, and ability to communicate complex information clearly. Many appreciate his kindness, bedside manner, and the time he dedicates to addressing their concerns without feeling rushed. However, some patients felt that he appeared hurried during appointments, which affected the depth of explanations provided. Overall, Dr. Postma is highly recommended for his expertise and compassionate approach, with minor feedback regarding pacing during consultations.

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I returned to Dr Postma because he did an excellent surgery on my left shoulder. I fell and had an injury on my right leg but he took the time to check it for me and luckily I did not need a recommendation to see an orthopedic doctor. He is kind and I appreciated his time.

February 28th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Postma was great. Kind, friendly, respectful, and extremely knowledgeable! Explained everything in terms I could understand. We both agree on a path forward.

January 20th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Postma was fantastic. He provided exceptional care and patiently answered all of my questions. I would highly recommend him to my family and friends.

July 24th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Simply Outstanding!

June 8th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Postma heard what I had to say, looked at my xrays, palpated the problem area, recommended an MRI and PT, provided the necessary orders, and explained the follow-up plan. These were all good outcomes for the appointment. He did give the impression of being very rushed, spoke very quickly, and didn't go into much explanatory detail. I was trying to strike a balance between sharing all the relevant details regaeding my chief issue while being as concise as possible, but I still had the sense that Dr. Postma was in a big hurry for me to be finished talking so that he could get on with whatever was next on his schedule.

April 21st, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Postma was great and helped me make a plan for the next 6 months and treatment.

March 25th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Great experience

March 8th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Postma is a physician who shows concern, compassion, and inclusion of everything that the patient has questions and concern he put your mind at ease, because of bedside manner you don't find that now days with some doctors. Thank You

January 23rd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Best Orthopedist in the world

January 7th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I couldn't be happier. Dr. Postma is phenominal. He listened to my questions and answered them. I didn't feel rushed during the appointment even though it was short. He had a great bedside manner and gets to the point. I feel the best I've felt in over 2 years because of Dr. Postma. If I had known I would feel as good as I do right now, I would have undergone the surgery 11 months ago when he recommend it. I am so pleased with the results of my surgery that I went to the ortho who referred me to Dr. Postma to thank him for the referral. My ortho said that Dr. Postma is one of the best surgeons in the country for the operation I needed and that he was worth the hour drive from where I live and now that I've had the surgery, I wholeheartedly agree.

December 16th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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3800 Reservoir Rd., NW Ground Floor PHC Building

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

Tel: (202) 444-8766

1120 20th Street, NW

1120 20th Street, NWWashington, DC 20036

Tel: (202) 416-2000

MedStar Health Orthopedics at Chevy Chase

5454 Wisconsin Avenue 11th FloorChevy Chase, MD 20815

Tel: (202) 444-8766

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MedStar Health Orthopedics at McLean Beverly Road

1420 Beverly Road Suite 210Mclean, VA 22101

Tel: (202) 444-8766

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Dr. William Postma, MD	Dr. William Volk, MD, FAAOS	Dr. Clifford Hinkes, MD, FAAOS	Dr. Benjamin Stein, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (49 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.2 (16 Ratings)	4.7 (61 Ratings)
20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Washington , DC	Olney , MD	Chevy Chase , MD	Washington , DC
Med School: Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine	Med School: The George Washington University Washington, DC	Med School: Howard University College of Medicine	Med School: The George Washington University School of Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery

ACL Reconstruction or Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Graft)
Hip Disorders
Knee Dislocation
Knee Injuries
Rotator Cuff Problem (Shoulder Impingement Syndrome)
Shoulder Dislocation
Sports Medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Expired

Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2027, Active

Medical Doctor, District Of Columbia, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center2012

Residency

Georgetown University, Washington, DC, Orthopaedic Surgery

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine

Georgetown University Hospital2011

Medical School

Medical University of South Carolina College of MedicineGraduated in 2006

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Where is Dr. William Postma's office located?: Dr. William Postma's office is located at 3800 Reservoir Rd., NW Ground Floor, PHC Building, Washington, DC, 20007.
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