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Dr. Tushar Patel, MD

Dr. Tushar Patel, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Tushar Patel, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Washington, DC. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sibley Memorial Hospital and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 195 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (195 reviews)

Practice

2021 K St NW Washington, DC 20006
Telehealth available

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Dr. Patel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patel

4.6
195 ratings, 142 with a written review
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Outstanding Surgeon
Dr. Patel is an amazingly warm and empathetic medical professional! From diagnosis thru surgery to follow up and referrals, he demonstrated his concern for my wellbeing, answering questions and ensuring our understanding! His PA (Yarden) always answered my emails quickly and thoroughly!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Andrew Slaten – Mar 13, 2025
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Professional and caring advice and treatment.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Richard Ruge – Jan 29, 2025
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Prompt, professional. All good.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 19, 2024
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Very professional, thorough and pleasant. Highly recommended.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Maria Elena Carrion – Oct 25, 2024
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Excellent
He was on time, knowledgeable, kind, sypathetic
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bob Nalewaik – Oct 25, 2024
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Highly recommend Dr Patel
The staff was friendly and efficient (Dr Patel saw me right at my appointment time) and Dr Patel listened to me, and answered all of my questions. Very reassuring to have a doctor who has a nice 'bedside manner' and is also so knowledgeable.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 25, 2024
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On my first visit, I found Dr Patel has a very personable and professional style of relating to his patients. He relates the information about my problem in a way I understood the test results. I intend to continue being a patient.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 08, 2024
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He is wonderful to listen and to take action
How quickly the doctor was able to get X-rays and make a decision.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dr. Patel – Sep 07, 2024
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Very likely, thoughtful, considerate, professional
Dr. Patel has a great bedside manner, so it makes feel safe and assured that my health is being monitored and put on the right track for recovery.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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C. Merriwether – Aug 27, 2024
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He is a spine guru!
Dr. Patel is one of the most important doctors in my elderly life where spinal stenosis is beginning to take its toll. I could not survive without his wise counsel and medical solutions.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 26, 2024
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Dr. Patel is a highly skilled orthopedic spine surgeon who is personable, responsive, and caring. I have degenerative spondylolisthesis and recently underwent lower back surgery. Thanks to Dr. Patel's expertise my physical well being and quality of life has improved immensely. Dr. Patel is one of the best!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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L. Hansen – Aug 26, 2024
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Follow up after PT and MRI
Everything is very efficient.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 10, 2024
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Brilliant, clear explanation, great sense of humor
Harden and doctor’s skill and warmth
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 01, 2024
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Dr. Patel is a great surgeon and a caring human being. I could not be more satisfied.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 18, 2024
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Top score
Telehealth
The virtual appointment with Dr. Patel was very good.BUT the scheduling was chaotic and misleading.Two days before I got a message confirming in-person appointment in Bethesda office and directing me to bring all my insurance information.Odd on both counts.I literally visited the Bethesda office the next day after a nearby dental appointment. Front desk confirmed I was listed for a virtual appointment.Dr. Patel’s Sibley assistant called me a few minutes after the timing of my virtual appointment to say that Dr. Patel would be a few minutes late.After waiting 40 minutes I called her but no answer so I called Bethesda office.“Oh, Mr. Rowe we have been expecting you.”So by then it was 4:40 pm and I could tell that Dr. Patel was quite exasperated due to the delay and understandably so. I sensed that he must have thought that I had been negligent. A terrific doctor was badly served in Bethesda.I am very positive about Sibley.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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May 31, 2024
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Great staff, efficient staff, Dr Patel is great!
Staff pleasant efficient Sign in process smooth
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Patrick Matheny – May 30, 2024
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Expert diagnosis and clear explanation.
Clear analysis, explanation and follow-up recommendations.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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May 30, 2024
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Excellent doctor
Doctor Patel listened to me and showed me the areas that are compressed. Both my husband and I were very happy with the visit.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 16, 2024
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Incredible doctor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lew Lemon – May 14, 2024
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I absolutely will.
I was impressed with efficiency, thoroughness and the time Dr. Patel took to explain things. this was a first visit.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 13, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Patel enjoys caring for patients of all ages and getting to know them as individuals.

biography

As the son of a diplomat, Dr. Tushar Patel grew up traveling the world. Today as an orthopaedic spine specialist, he enjoys helping patients return to travel and the activities they love. After earning his medical degree from the University of...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    Fellowship Hospital

  • George Washington University Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • Medstar Georgetown University Medical Center - Orthopedic Surgery

    Residency Hospital

  • Washington Hospital Center - General Surgery

    Residency Hospital

  • George Washington University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Locations

Practice

Tschiffely Pharmacy2021 K St NW Washington, DC 20006
1
(202) 833-1147
Unavail5550 Friendship Blvd Ste 360 Chevy Chase, MD 20815
2
(301) 657-1996

Practice

Office5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1000 Chevy Chase, MD 20815
3
(301) 657-1996
Washington Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine P.A.5215 Loughboro Rd NW Ste 200 Washington, DC 20016
4
(202) 787-5601
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