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Dr. Steven Svoboda, MD

Dr. Steven Svoboda, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Steven Svoboda, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Washington, DC and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland at Baltimore in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and MedStar Washington Hospital Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (22 reviews)

MedStar Health: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Lafayette Centre

1120 20th St NW Frnt 1 Washington, DC 20036
Telehealth available

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Dr. Svoboda's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Svoboda

4.5
22 ratings, 22 with a written review
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This Doctor seems like he was in a rush. He was talking not too fast but fast enough. I ask about certain risk. He mentioned a Cortizone shot or steroid shot as but nothing was mentioned about any risk. I had to ask him. I was not please with this Doctor. I don't fell like he took my health issues seriously.
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Feb 24, 2025
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Svoboda bulldozes conversations by overwhelming the patient with information and not giving them the opportunity to talk. He minimized my concerns and spent more time explaining why he didn't believe imaging was useful rather than explaining why my condition wasn't improving.
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  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Feb 06, 2025
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Overall I had a great experience at my appointment.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Feb 02, 2025
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The Doctor and staff were pleasant, helpful and concerned, I was quite pleased and impressed
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Jan 24, 2025
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Dr Svoboda was great all around
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No results
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No results
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Jan 06, 2025
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Very good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Dec 21, 2024
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Dr Svoboda was knowledgeable and did an excellent job explaining what is causing my shoulder pain.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Dec 03, 2024
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Impress with Dr. Svoboda rapid diagnosis and recommendations and answering my questions.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Nov 22, 2024
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Dr Svoboda is a great doctor; I trust his advice & expertise. He could Improve on listening more than talking, but he Is personable, knowledgeable, skilled, & professional.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Nov 18, 2024
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Very good experience
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Nov 15, 2024
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Dr Svoboda is very thorough. He explained my symptoms, prescribed treatments, and gave some thoughts on how we can move forward. I appreciate his frankness.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Jul 12, 2024
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Absolutely love the office, from the front desk to the nurse and the physician, everyone was kind and helpful. Such a great experience.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Apr 06, 2024
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Dr. Sovoda was very informative and took great interest in ensuring I understood the nature of my injury and treatments moving forward.
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No results
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No results
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May 19, 2023
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The caregiver is well versed and communicates well!
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No results
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No results
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Mar 17, 2023
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Good
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Mar 13, 2023
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Dr did not offer pain meds just therapy. I need to function daily I'm in so much pain.
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No results
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No results
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Jan 17, 2023
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Good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Dec 09, 2022
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Dr. Svoboda is great. He doesn't mess around or waste time.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 09, 2022
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Dr Svoboda was great.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 17, 2022
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There were several options he suggested. We discussed them and suggested what was best for my problem.
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No results
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No results
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Jun 11, 2022
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About Me

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Steven James Svoboda, MD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained sports medicine surgeon. He sees patients at Lafayette Centre, MedStar Washington Hospital Center and in Mitchellville, MD.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Maryland At Baltimore

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

MedStar Health: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Lafayette Centre

MedStar Health: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Lafayette Centre1120 20th St NW Frnt 1 Washington, DC 20036
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(202) 416-2000

106 Irving Street, NW POB North

106 Irving Street, NW POB North106 Irving St NW Washington, DC 20010
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(202) 877-6000
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