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We take great pride in delivering expert care
Within a warm and patient-centered atmosphere
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Regain Control Over Your Well-being
Customized Orthopedic Interventions for Your Optimal Health
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Our mission is to deliver top-tier orthopedic care
Efficiently and comfortably, ensuring the highest quality for our patients
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We employ a collaborative team strategy
Working closely with skilled physical therapists to get you back on the path to recovery
WELCOME TO The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics: Maryland Orthopedic Specialists Division
Our team of skilled orthopedists at The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics: Maryland Orthopedic Specialists Division treat patients of all ages with any bone or soft tissue ailment. With three locations conveniently located in Bethesda, Rockville, and Germantown, Maryland, we welcome new patients from throughout the greater Washington, DC area.
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At The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics: Maryland Orthopedic Specialists Division, our dedicated team specializes in providing expert care for a diverse array of musculoskeletal conditions. Click an area of interest on the image to the left to explore further information about the orthopedic conditions we treat.
Learn MoreHand & Wrist
Our dedicated team of skilled doctors specializes in addressing a range of hand and wrist conditions, from arthritis and fractures to carpal tunnel syndrome. Trust us to deliver comprehensive and effective care tailored to all your needs.
- Carpal Tunnel
- De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
- Forearm Fractures
- Hand & Wrist Arthritis
- Hand & Wrist Fractures
- Hand & Wrist Tendon Laceration
- Hand & Wrist Tendonitis
- Hand Dislocation
- Hand Dupuytren's
- Mallet Finger
- Mucous Cyst
- Retinacular Cyst
- Scaphoid Fracture
- Skier’s Thumb
- TFCC Injury
- Trigger Finger
Elbow
Our proficient team of specialists focuses on resolving various elbow ailments, spanning from tendonitis and fractures to tennis elbow. Rely on our expertise to provide personalized and thorough care, ensuring your elbow health is restored effectively.
- Biceps Tendon Rupture
- Cubital Tunnel
- Elbow Arthritis
- Elbow Fractures
- Golfer’s Elbow
- Little League Elbow
- Olecranon Bursitis
- Radial Tunnel
- Tennis Elbow
- UCL Injury
Shoulder
At our practice, our experienced team of doctors is dedicated to treating a wide array of shoulder conditions, including rotator cuff injury, shoulder dislocations, and frozen shoulder. Count on us to deliver comprehensive and personalized care to address your specific shoulder needs.
- Biceps Tendonitis
- Clavicle Fracture
- Frozen Shoulder
- Humerus Fracture
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Shoulder Impingement
- Shoulder Instability
Spine
With expertise and dedication, our team of specialists is equipped to manage an extensive range of spine conditions, including herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and scoliosis. Trust us to provide comprehensive and tailored care to alleviate your spine-related concerns and enhance your overall well-being.
SpineHip
Our team of skilled doctors specializes in addressing various hip conditions, including hip arthritis, hip fractures, and hip bursitis. Rest assured, we are committed to providing personalized and comprehensive care to alleviate your hip discomfort and improve your quality of life.
- Gluteus Tendon Injuries
- Hip Impingement
- Hip Labral Tears
- Hip Osteoarthritis
- Trochanteric Bursitis
- Hamstring Injury
Knee
With expertise and compassion, our team of orthopedic specialists is dedicated to managing a wide range of knee conditions, including ACL tear injury, meniscus injuries, and patellar tendonitis. Trust us to provide personalized and effective care to address your knee concerns and help you regain mobility and comfort.
- ACL & PCL Tear
- Baker’s Cyst
- Knee Osteoarthritis
- Meniscus Tears
- Osgood-Schlatter Disease
- Patellar Fracture
- Patellar Instability
- Patellar Tendon Rupture
- Patellar Tendonitis
- Quadricep Tendon Rupture
Foot & Ankle
Our experienced team of doctors is dedicated to addressing a variety of foot and ankle conditions, including plantar fasciitis, ankle sprains, and Achilles tendon injuries. Count on us to deliver comprehensive and specialized care to relieve your foot and ankle pain and restore your mobility.
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Ankle Sprains
- Bunions
- Foot & Ankle Fractures
- Heel Spur
- Metatarsalgia
- Morton’s Neuroma
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Plantar Warts
- Stress Fractures
- Turf Toe
At The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics: Maryland Orthopedic Specialists Division, our dedicated team specializes in providing expert care for a diverse array of musculoskeletal conditions.
The Role of Exercise in Alleviating Knee Osteoarthritis Pain
Arthritis in one knee can make normal movement difficult. However, exercise is one prescribed by orthopedic doctors to alleviate knee joint osteoarthritis symptoms. If you are wondering why this is so, you have come to the right place. Let’s discuss the role of exercise in alleviating knee osteoarthritis pain and some tips on how one
Read MoreDupuytren’s Contracture, Trigger Finger, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: What’s the Difference?
Our hands play a vital role in our everyday life – they help us perform tasks like cooking, typing, and driving. But what happens when your hands don’t work as well as they should? Many people suffer from hand conditions that make it hard to use their hands. Three common issues are Dupuytren’s Contracture, trigger
Read MoreWhat to Expect After an ACL Tear: Immediate Care and Next Steps
An ACL tear injury is one of the most common and severe knee injuries among athletes and active individuals. According to the Cleveland Clinic, anywhere from 100,000 to 200,000 people in the U.S. tear an ACL each year. Imagine enjoying a game of soccer or a run, only to feel a sudden, sharp pain in
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The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics
Maryland Orthopedic Specialists Division
Bethesda Office
6710 A Rockledge Dr., Suite 130
Bethesda, MD 20817
*Physician and Physical Therapy Services
Germantown Office
19847 Century Boulevard, Suite 205
Germantown, MD 20874
*Physician and Physical Therapy Services
Rockville Office
1071 Seven Locks Rd.
Rockville, MD 20854
*Physical Therapy Services Only
Patient Resources
Access resources to understand your condition and orthopedic procedures better.
Insurances
We accept most major insurance plans. Please contact us if your plan is not listed.
“Dr. Gardiner is one of the best Drs I have seen. He takes the fear out of having surgery and puts his patients at ease. I had two surgeries with Dr Gardiner and wish all doctors had his talent to make you feel at ease.”
-Helen K.
“My excruciating hand pain was quickly diagnosed as tendonitis and easily resolved with a cortisone shot. Everyone at the practice is kind, efficient, and excellent at providing good care and results.”
-Wendy M.
“Dr. Raffo and his physician's assistant were fantastic. They were thorough with their assessment of my issues, and they were sympathetic to my fear of shots and any medical procedure. I was very anxious going into the appointment -- but they took the time to listen, to reassure me, and help allay any fears. I highly, highly recommend Dr. Raffo and his team.”
-Terry C.
“My experience was very satisfying, I didn't have to wait very long just get to see Dr. Raffo. The X-ray technician was very thorough in taking my X-rays. Dr. Raffo attended to my needs regarding my left shoulder. I have been in the office on other occasions and was very satisfied.”
-Barbara R.
“Dr. Fitzgibbons and Steph Clement are the best! On July 28, 2017, I slipped on rainwater left after a torrential downpour in my garage and broke my wrist. Dr. Peter Fitzgibbons repaired my wrist using a titanium plate. It's almost good as new after hand therapy with occupational therapist Steph Clement, who has a background in neuro-rehabilitation and understood the overwhelming fatigue that resulted from each therapy session.”
-Suzanne T.
“Dr. Gardiner was the doctor on call when I left a message with MD Ortho Specialists over the weekend regarding a referral from a 24 hour emergency clinic about a fracture of my foot's 5th metatarsal bone. He responded to my message within 2 hours on a Sunday and reassured me that the follow-up I was doing was correct, noting that he would be able to see me the next afternoon. I just met with him, and he is competent, compassionate, and answered all my questions about care and follow-up.”
-Cyndi J.
“Everyone was friendly, efficient, thorough, and I got a diagnosis for my knee pain with options for treatment. Very satisfied with my experience.”
-Hollie S.
“All the staff was very friendly, the doctor was really gentle and nice with my son. He is 12, so he was a little scared, but the doctor treated him so nicely that he forgot that he was scared. We don't have insurance, so we had to pay from our pocket, and the price was reasonable for the awesome attention.”
-Freddie G.
“Dr. Gardiner is one of the best Drs I have seen. He takes the fear out of having surgery and puts his patients at ease. I had two surgeries with Dr Gardiner and wish all doctors had his talent to make you feel at ease.”
-Helen K.
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“Dr. Fitzgibbons was easy to talk to and he gave me his undivided attention. He really seemed to listen to my concerns and didnít rush me in and out of the office. He seemed knowledgeable in his field and I would definitely recommend him to others!”
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“I cannot say enough about the professionalism and quality of care that I have seen with this practice. Dr. Feldman was very knowledgeable and wonderful with my daughter. I highly recommend this practice!”
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“Dr. Christoforetti was so understanding, empathetic, communicative, and good at explaining my situation that I was quite moved! I wish more doctors had his expertise, not only in the clinical field but in the personal interactions so important in making patients feel respected as having valid questions and feelings!”
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“Excellent care in every sense. Dr Gardiner is the perfect balance of caring expertise, personal connection and no nonsense medical service. He came highly recommended and I would recommend him without hesitation.”
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“I have been a patient of Dr. Raffo for several years. He is a great provider, very clear in his explanations and has a great manner about him. Highly recommend.”
“Dr. Fitzgibbons was easy to talk to and he gave me his undivided attention. He really seemed to listen to my concerns and didnít rush me in and out of the office. He seemed knowledgeable in his field and I would definitely recommend him to others!”
