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Dr. Cary Schwartzbach, MD

Dr. Cary Schwartzbach, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Cary Schwartzbach, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Fairfax, VA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Inova Fair Oaks Hospital and Inova Loudoun Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (17 reviews)

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8501 Arlington Blvd Ste 200 Fairfax, VA 22031
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Dr. Schwartzbach's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schwartzbach

3.1
17 ratings, 4 with a written review
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2 star
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1 star
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Post-Op
Pre-op nothing bad to report. Post op was absolutely unbelievable. First, the discharge instructions: Nothing mentioning the probability of being swollen so bad and what to do in this case. Trying to reach the nurses station is impossible (at the practice), the automated system is messed up so bad that you can't leave a message. By calling the front desk I was able to talk to someone for a nurse to call back. After uploading pictures of my arm and hand through the portal I was told to go to the ER. Same the day after when my arm and hand had doubled in size. Same advice go back to the ER. An orthopedic doctor who works with Dr. Cary Schwartzbach at the same practice came to see me at 6 pm, said that indeed it was very swollen more than usual, he was going to give him a call and come right back. 11 PM he still wasn't back! Follow up today he didn't even come in instead he sent another doctor (very nice lady)!
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Marie Sinclair – Mar 08, 2023
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Broken femur
I saw him one time during a two week stay at INOVA Fairfax. He was in my room for less than 10 minutes. My leg is shorter than the other one. Getting in bed one night I felt a sharp pain which sent me for X-rays. ER Dr sent X-rays to Swartzbach. He said it was ok. Now beginning Physical Therapy again. Guess we'll see. The hospital let me leave with staples in my leg. They should have been taken out day before. Then I had to pester them to allow my Home Health nurse to take them out. I live 4 hrs west of Fairfax & I was NOT driving that far away to remove Staples that they had opportunity to take while I was a patient! I think Dr Swartzbach should have been more hands on with my case & concerned about the staples. Other than that he did ok I guess. Time will tell.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Teena Bowers – Feb 02, 2023
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Had 2 ankle surgeries with him in the past year. Extremely pleased with the results. Very nice guy. Very knowledgeable and thorough.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 18, 2019
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While Dr. Schwartzbach is good, his surgical scheduler is terrible. I had a surgery years before Dr. Schwartzbach joined INOVA and was very pleased with the results and his office staff. I have had a terrible time with his surgical scheduler, who never sent me the paperwork for my pre surgical physical with my internist. My internist faxed her the results of the physical 4-5 times and she claimed she never received it. After numerous emails and calls, I asked my internist for another surgeon
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
5 others found this helpful
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Marge T in Fairfax, VA – Apr 19, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

A specialty care physician board certified in orthopaedic surgery with Inova Medical Group Orthopedics and Sports Medicine.

biography

Dr. Cary Schwartzbach is a specialty care physician board certified in orthopedic surgery. He has been an orthopedic surgeon with Inova since 1989, serving at Inova Fairfax Hospital. He has a special interest in the management of orthopedic injuries,...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Ny Orth/columbia Presby Med

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • George Washington University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1986

  • George Washington University

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • George Washington University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1984
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Inova Medical Group Orthopedics-Fairfax8501 Arlington Blvd Ste 200 Fairfax, VA 22031
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