Summary

Dr. Zohair Alam specializes in orthopedic surgery with advanced fellowship training in joint replacement surgery from the Joint Replacement Surgery Center for Joint Preservation and Restoration at the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopaedics at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore. He earned his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, D.C., and completed his residency at Howard University. Dr. Alam holds board certification as a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and speaks English.

Dr. Alam practices at The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics in Chevy Chase, Maryland, and maintains hospital privileges at Holy Cross Hospital. He treats patients with joint pain, knee discomfort, and arthritis. His surgical expertise includes arthroscopic procedures and fracture treatment for hip, knee, and shoulder conditions. Patients rate Dr. Alam 4.3 out of 5 stars on average for his orthopedic care.

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Office Location

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics

8401 Connecticut Ave Ste 800Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Joint Replacement Surgery Center for Joint Preservation and Restoration, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopaedics; Sinai Hospital, Baltimore, MD
  • 17 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Zohair Alam

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare
  • AmeriChoice (Medicaid MCO at limited locations)
  • Anthem BCBS
  • Anthem Medicaid HealthKeepers Plus (at limited locations)
  • CareFirst BCBS
  • Choice and Choice Plus
  • Cigna
  • GreatWest HealthCare
  • Health Net Federal Services (Tricare network)
  • HealthSmart
  • InforMed Health Care Solutions/ Conifer Health Solutions
  • Johns Hopkins HealthCare (JHHC)-EHP
  • Johns Hopkins HealthCare (JHHC)-Priority Partners (at limited locations)
  • Johns Hopkins HealthCare (JHHC)-USFHP (TriCare)
  • MAMSI Life & Health
  • MD-IPA
  • Medicare
  • Medicare Advantage, Secure Horizons (at limited locations)
  • MultiPlan/Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • OneNet PPO
  • Optimum Choice
  • Options PPO
  • Please contact your local CAO office to check whether we accept your particular plan.
  • Select
  • United Healthcare of the Mid-Atlantic

Medical Specialties

Dr. Zohair Alam has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Zohair Alam has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Neuromuscular Medicine (pm & Rehab)
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Other Specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

Dr. Zohair Alam holds an active medical license in the state of Maryland.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Joint Replacement Surgery Center for Joint Preservation and Restoration, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopaedics; Sinai Hospital, Baltimore, MD.

Residency

Completed their residency at Howard University; Washington, D.C..

Medical School

Graduated from Howard University College of Medicine Washington, D.C..

NPI Number

Dr. Alam's NPI number is 1174586556.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Dr. Zohair Alam is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital.
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