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Orthopedics • Virginia, MN • Since 2013
About
The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics (CAO) is a large private orthopaedics network serving the Mid-Atlantic, including Washington DC and Virginia. Key points: - Coverage: 4 offices across Bethesda, MD (HQ) and surrounding areas; operates in Virginia, DC, and Maryland. - Services: Joint replacement, physical therapy, sports medicine, plus a broad range of orthopaedic specialties. - Scale: Over 400 providers, about 275 staff, aimed at combining private-practice care with the efficiency of a larger network. - Foundation and approach: Founded in 2013; emphasizes personalized patient care within a large, accessible network with broad insurance options. - Contact: Main office at 6707 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, MD 20817; phone 301-637-8710. If you’re looking specifically for the best clinics near you in DC/VA, CAO offers multiple locations with orthopedic specialists and related services, and can accommodate common orthopaedic needs from sports injuries to joint replacement. For precise recommendations, I can tailor options based on your exact location, insurance, and required specialty.
Clinic Type
Orthopedics
Address
2112 F Street NW, Suite 305, Washington, DC 20037; 15 18th St., NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 2003; Ave, NW, Suite 110, Washington, DC 20016; NW, Suite 4, Washington, DC 200
Phone
(410) 573-2530
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Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Birdeye (aggregating Google reviews): 4.7 out of 5 stars
- rater8 (Regenerative Orthopedics & Sports Medicine): 4.95 out of 5 stars (2,100 ratings)
- RateMDs (Dr. Raymond Thal): 4.7 out of 5 stars (38 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Mark McMahon): 4.6 out of 5 stars (83 reviews)
Patients praise
- Physicians are frequently described as knowledgeable, professional, and thorough in explaining conditions and treatment options
- High levels of patient satisfaction with surgical outcomes, particularly in joint replacements
- Staff at clinics are often praised for being helpful, responsive, and kind
- Clinics are noted for offering advanced, solution-focused, and conservative treatment options (such as starting with physical therapy) before moving to surgery
Common complaints
- Patients occasionally note longer wait times at appointments due to doctors spending necessary time with individual patients
- Some reports of doctors being habitually late for appointments
"Dr. Mulvaney is very knowledgeable and a very warm person. He's easy to talk to about your health issues. Actively listens to you and is present with you in the room. Great sense of humor and bedside manner!"
— Patient review via rater8 for Regenerative Orthopedics & Sports Medicine"The staff is responsive, helpful, and friendly. My whole experience (from the first consultation, to my knee replacement, to my one month and four month checkups) was stress-free!"
— Patient review for Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic"From the moment I walked into the office, the staff made me feel comfortable and cared for. Elena Wornom is not only extremely knowledgeable and skilled as an orthopedic nurse practitioner, but she also takes the time to listen, explain, and make sure you understand every step of the process."
— Patient review for OrthoVirginia SpringfieldSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- OrthoVirginia Opens New Orthopedic Urgent Care — Aug 18, 2025
- Dr. Cyrus M. Press, MD - Orthopedic Surgeon in Woodbridge, VA — May 14, 2026
- The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics Welcomes Dr. Michael Seem to Winchester Orthopaedic Associates – Ortho Spine News — Oct 23, 2025
- Dr. Vestinia Bridges, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon | Brandywine, MD | WebMD — Feb 12, 2026
- Carey DesJardins Roesler, PA-C - Columbia, MD - Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery - Schedule an Appointment — Apr 7, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More orthopedics clinics in Virginia
OrthoVirginia is Virginia’s largest orthopedic specialty network, with 160+ orthopedic specialists across 36 locations. The private, Richmond-based practice offers comprehensive care in orthopedics, physical, hand and occupational therapy, and diagnostic imaging (X-ray, ultrasound, MRI) across its offices. It provides both surgical and non-surgical treatments for patients of all ages and is the official Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Partner of the Washington Commanders. Key facts: 836 employees, annual revenue around $23M, 4 operating locations in VA (HQ in Richmond), and a broad community-focused mission. Contact: 877-701-6088.
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