The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics, Maryland Orthopedic Specialists - Bethesda — Local services in North Bethesda

I needed foot surgery, I was referred by another podiatrist because he felt that the surgery was too complicated for him. I was sent to Dr Feldman. He was very confident that he could give do the surgery and improve my quality of life as it pertained to my foot pain and issues. I am going to be honest, there was a good amount of work done to my foot. Repair a plantar plate, fix a mild bunion, and remove 2 neuromas. He said he needed to shorten the second toe. I did everything that he told me to do. I did physical therapy in his office for the full recommended time. I went every week wearing 2 masks in a crowded office. I did all recommendations...Alex Brinlee my PT was excellent. However, Dr Feldman kept pushing the goalpost when I was not pain-free with the right amount of mobility in my foot. First, it was, give it 3 or 4 months....then, it takes at least 6 months, then, 9 months I am sure it will be better, and finally, this usually takes a year...Well, we are about 1.5 years post and my second toe doesn't move, the pain barefoot is the same or worse and I STILL can only wear sneakers comfortably. I cannot WEAR a small wedge or simple ONE inch heel. He said that I would be able to wear better shoes and was VERY confident.

One visit that I had where I was complaining about my pain and the thickness on my foot, he ASSURED me that the thickness GOES AWAY and also told me that my x-ray was beautiful. Hmmm...Oh, I am glad my x-ray looks so lovely but how about you acknowledge how the PATIENT feels? I definitely felt he was being extremely arrogant.

So, as time has gone on, I am very grateful that I can walk. I am grateful that I have my foot! But not happy with the outcome of my surgery. I did NOT want to post this review, but I wrote Dr Feldman a letter letting him know of my displeasure. Of course, he did NOT respond to me. That in itself speaks volumes.

I want say that while I do NOT think that Dr. Feldman did anything WRONG. It just happened but his arrogance and lack of solutions are what is disappointing. Oh, let me not forget to mention that he recommended that I "protect my investment" by purchasing $300 custom insoles that HURT SO MUCH I CANNOT WEAR them. A total waste of money.

Think twice about going to this practice!!!! Is this the type of doctor you want? Arrogance and no offering of better solutions to what a patient considers a...

I am incredibly grateful for the services I received from Dr. Raffo , Emily ( Physical Therapist ) front desk staff and Billing Department at The Centers for Advanced Orthopedics at the Bethesda location.

From the moment I arrived for my first appointment the front desk staff ( Rana and Kerina) was very helpful and pleasant.

Every appointment they always checked me in quickly and efficiently. I love how they made me feel so welcomed to the point they knew who I was when I arrived to my appointments and greeted me by name before I even checked in .

I must say that Emily ( physical therapist) is one of the best therapist The Center of Advance Orthopedic has ! I have to brag on her just a little because she was not only caring but always reassuring , always transforming an uncomfortably situation to a much more manageable one mentally and physically for me.

She definitely knows what she is doing and good at what she does. What I love most about Emily is that she is very attentive and thorough. She always displayed concern and would always make sure I was ok ( even though I was silently crying and would say I’m fine ).

Emily’s exceptional service made all the difference and I appreciate her so much. Her comfort and small talks were invaluable to me during such stressful time. Emily truly went above and beyond and truly deserves employee of the month award . I couldn’t be more thankful for her help and outstanding support during our time together.

I often made jokes to her asking her if I could take her home because she would always somehow ease my pain at the moment .

Overall the staff professionalism , empathy and friendly demeanor always put me at ease.

To all the staff at “ The Centers of Advance Orthopedics I want to say your commitment to customer satisfaction is evident and you all are a valuable asset to the team . I want to extend my thanks to all of you for your hard work and dedication and thank you Dr. Raffo.

Thank you again, Emily, for making a challenging situation so much easier for me. Your kindness will always...

I made an appointment with Dr. Feldman after I fell and broke my ankle last week while on vacation. I had foot surgery at Georgetown University about ten years ago, which was a good experience, but I really really didn’t want to fight the traffic getting there from Frederick County for the many visits another surgery might take. Maryland Orthopedic Specialists has an office in Germantown, which is significantly closer to home. I chose Dr. Feldman primarily for two additional reasons: My husband has had many very positive experiences there involving knee and shoulder surgery (with another doctor), and Dr. Feldman is a foot and ankle specialist. My first appointment with him was five days ago. I brought in my emergency room x-rays, and from them Dr. Feldman suggested two options. He answered all of our questions completely and frankly. We felt that, since all three ankle bones were fractured, surgery was the best option. Dr. Feldman wanted us to be well-informed on what to expect, but didn’t want to do more surgery than was necessary, which appealed to me greatly. The entire first visit, including interactions with the staff nursing assistant who took my initial information, was very professional and confidence-inspiring. The doctor and his office assistant, Nanci, were able to schedule my surgery the very next day, and that, too, was an excellent experience from start to finish. Nanci was in touch with me via text both the night before and the morning of my surgery — and answered my smallest concerns with a sympathetic understanding of my apprehensions. I’ve been home recovering comfortably for three days now with no complaints. (I have a follow up visit tomorrow.) I would highly recommend this practice, and particularly Dr. Feldman, to anyone in need of...