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Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 52
Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD
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Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Bethesda, MD.
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Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 52
Bethesda, MD
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Bethesda, MD.
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About Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD

Dr. O'Brien graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences and completed a residency at Baltimore. Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Bethesda, MD. Dr. O'Brien currently practices at Ortho Bethesda and is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital. Dr. O'Brien has experience treating conditions like Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Lumbosacral Stenosis, Piriformis Syndrome, Lumbar Spinal Stenosis, Thoracic Stenosis, Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve), Sciatica, Spine Deformities, Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication, Cervical Radiculopathy, Spinal Osteophyte, Low Back Pain, Intervertebral Disc Disease, Chronic Neck Pain, Degenerative Disc Disease, Post-Laminectomy Syndrome, Osteoarthritis of Spine and Herniated Disc among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. O'Brien received an average rating of 3.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. O'Brien's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. O'Brien also speaks Spanish. Dr. O'Brien is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Low Wait Times

Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.

Where Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Ortho Bethesda
    10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 506, Bethesda, MD 20817
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Experience and Background Check

Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Piriformis Syndrome
Spinal Discectomy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Thoracic Stenosis
Spinal Fusion
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Sciatica
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Spine Deformities
Scoliosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Cervical Radiculopathy
Spinal Osteophyte
Low Back Pain
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Chronic Neck Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Herniated Disc
Laminoforaminotomy
Back Pain
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Radiculopathy
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Disc Replacement
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Spondylitis
Anterior Interbody Lumbar Fusion (ALIF)
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Spinal Cord Injury
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Baker’s Cyst
Ganglion Cyst
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Osteoarthritis
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Wound Repair
Bursitis
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Myelopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Knee Ligament Tears
Meniscus Tear
Rotator Cuff Tear
Internal Derangement of Knee
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Gout
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Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Neck
Bunion
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chordoma
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Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Femur Fracture
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hammer Toe
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lupus
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Marfan Syndrome
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Miner's Knee
Morton's Neuroma
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteomyelitis Non-Chronic
Osteopenia
Osteopetrosis
Osteosarcoma
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Polyneuropathy
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Schmorl's Nodes
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Bursitis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Spine Disorders
Tarlov Cyst
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Torticollis
Trigger Finger
Upper Back Pain
Arthrocentesis
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Fracture Care
Interlaminar Spacer
McMurray's Test
Peripheral Nerve Block
Posterior Lumbar Fusion With Robotic Assistance
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection

What Patients Say

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3.0
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Patient Reviews
Jan 27, 2026
Dr. O'Brian went over MRI and x-ray results, recommended a treatment plan, explained recovery period, and took time to get to know something about my work to better judge how I would be affected by treatment. Very personable and excellent communication skills. He came highly recommended by my pain doctor and by a friend on whom he performed surgery.
— Jan 27, 2026
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Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • Medicare
  • Priority Partners
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Johns Hopkins Advantage MD
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Carefirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • CoreSource
  • National (BlueCard Basic) PPO
    National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • United Healthcare
  • National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC)
  • GEHA

Meet Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD

Biography
  • Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Bethesda, MD. He specializes in Orthopedic Surgery.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Residency Hospital
  • Baltimore
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. O'Brien communicate via email?
68 users said yes.
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Does Dr. O'Brien offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
41 users said yes.
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Does Dr. O'Brien offer an online patient portal?
63 users said yes.
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(63)
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Does Dr. O'Brien have free onsite parking?
20 users said yes.
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Does Dr. O'Brien offer weekend visits?
3 users said yes.
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Does Dr. O'Brien offer evening visits?
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FAQs About Dr. O'Brien's Practice

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. O'Brien's profile.

Dr. O'Brien frequently treats the following conditions: Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Lumbosacral Stenosis, Piriformis Syndrome, Lumbar Spinal Stenosis, Thoracic Stenosis, Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve), Sciatica, Spine Deformities, Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication, Cervical Radiculopathy, Spinal Osteophyte, Low Back Pain, Intervertebral Disc Disease, Chronic Neck Pain, Degenerative Disc Disease, Post-Laminectomy Syndrome, Osteoarthritis of Spine and Herniated Disc. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospitals Where Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD Practices

  • George Washington University Hospital

    900 23rd St NW, Washington, DC

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