Anonymous
Post 02/20/2026 09:58     Subject: ISO non-ortho bro knee specialist
Anonymous wrote:I just had this conversation with the parents of my son’s friend. Bernstein is the classic ortho bro. pretty much what 12:01 said. They went with Rankin at Summit (same practice) and really like him. I used to like Bobrow at that practice but IIRC he doesn’t operate anymore, which is how I was introduced to Bernstein.


Thank you for this recommendation. I saw Marc Rankin and had an excellent experience. He took a lot of time, reviewed imaging with me in detail, actually looked at the functioning of my knee rather than jump to a diagnosis based on the radiology report, and had a very encouraging, supportive vibe. I'm not 100% sure we have the right answers yet, but I feel much more confident that he'll help me get there.
Anonymous
Post 02/09/2026 07:36     Subject: Re:ISO non-ortho bro knee specialist
Thank you for the recommendations!

-OP
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2026 19:00     Subject: ISO non-ortho bro knee specialist
Anonymous wrote:I have had good experiences at the Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics on M Street near Farragut North metro. They are not bro-y, though they do work with athletes a lot. Which I appreciated because they tend to prioritize returning to a high level of physical activity instead of just relieving immediate pain or mobility issues. They have in-house PTs as well, which is useful.


This. Marc Connell worked with athletes. They have their own PT facility that I didn't use (I went near home) but that was full of people working hard. I was 65 my first knee, 66 the second. The expectations I had were to resume hiking on mountain trails, overseas snorkel trips, travel to China, etc. He built me knees for that. Well, actually as he put it, he installed the joints and *I* built my knees with exercise in rehab.

I didn't get sent home with a comic book of exercises. I went to outpatient rehab for 2 months.
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2026 17:21     Subject: Re:ISO non-ortho bro knee specialist
Anonymous wrote:"ortho bro" = arrogant orthopedist of any gender who talks but doesn't listen, decides what's best for you without discussing options in any detail, writes off older, especially female patients ("you're in good shape for your age"), and views every injury in relationship to the damage they did playing college/pick-up ball ("I wish I had your knees")

'non-ortho bro" = orthopedist of any gender/athletic background who listens, takes the time to provide ample information, is interested in patient experience and goals, etc.

Suggestions?


Omg. My first ortho talked to me about his basketball knees. Ha.

Anonymous
Post 02/07/2026 17:18     Subject: ISO non-ortho bro knee specialist
Marc Rankin on Foxhall near American University
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2026 15:45     Subject: ISO non-ortho bro knee specialist
I have had good experiences at the Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics on M Street near Farragut North metro. They are not bro-y, though they do work with athletes a lot. Which I appreciated because they tend to prioritize returning to a high level of physical activity instead of just relieving immediate pain or mobility issues. They have in-house PTs as well, which is useful.
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2026 15:41     Subject: ISO non-ortho bro knee specialist
Anonymous wrote:I just had this conversation with the parents of my son’s friend. Bernstein is the classic ortho bro. pretty much what 12:01 said. They went with Rankin at Summit (same practice) and really like him. I used to like Bobrow at that practice but IIRC he doesn’t operate anymore, which is how I was introduced to Bernstein.


I like Dr. Bleckner at the same practice. A guy, but not a bro.
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2026 15:37     Subject: ISO non-ortho bro knee specialist
Dr. Daniel Thompson at Ortho Virginia was fantastic with my kid's broken arm (surgery required). He was definitely not a bro doctor, and the website says he specializes in knee surgery.
https://www.orthovirginia.com/providers/daniel-e-thompson/
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2026 12:00     Subject: ISO non-ortho bro knee specialist
I know an awesome, gentle, female ortho who does hip and knee replacements but she is in the NYC area.
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2026 11:57     Subject: ISO non-ortho bro knee specialist
Marc Connell did my 2 TKRs. Fantastic surgeon. Used imaging to select correct parts for each knee. They are going on 9 and 10 years now and perfect. Do the rehab. It hurts. Ice is your friend.
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2026 11:06     Subject: ISO non-ortho bro knee specialist
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:what is a non-ortho bro?

If you have to ask this, you don't have any helpful input here. Not OP.


Thanks. I do know of a good knee doc and (s)he is not a bro, but is an ortho


For knees -- Dr. Jamie Grossman at Ortho Virginia located at the McLean office or the Fairfax office
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2026 11:02     Subject: Re:ISO non-ortho bro knee specialist
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:"ortho bro" = arrogant orthopedist of any gender who talks but doesn't listen, decides what's best for you without discussing options in any detail, writes off older, especially female patients ("you're in good shape for your age"), and views every injury in relationship to the damage they did playing college/pick-up ball ("I wish I had your knees")

'non-ortho bro" = orthopedist of any gender/athletic background who listens, takes the time to provide ample information, is interested in patient experience and goals, etc.

Suggestions?


OMG thank you for explaining and not being an ahole like that PP.

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