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Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD

Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery
4.6 (81)
Map Pin Small Bethesda, MD
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD

Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD is a Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist in Bethesda, MD. They specialize in Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery, has 22 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine - Washington, DC and is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Suburban Hospital and Virginia Hospital Center.

Dr. O'Brien works at OrthoBethesda in Bethesda, MD with other offices in Arlington, VA. They frequently treat conditions like Back Pain, Spondylolisthesis and Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement) along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. O'Brien's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Ortho-trauma Bethesda LLC
    10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 506, Bethesda, MD 20817 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (301) 530-1010
    Monday
    8:00am - 4:30pm
    Tuesday
    8:00am - 4:30pm
    Wednesday
    8:00am - 4:30pm
    Thursday
    8:00am - 4:30pm
    Friday
    8:00am - 4:30pm
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2
    Virginia Hospital Center
    1635 N George Mason Dr Ste 180, Arlington, VA 22205 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (703) 567-4706
    Monday
    8:00am - 4:30pm
    Tuesday
    8:00am - 4:30pm
    Wednesday
    8:00am - 4:30pm
    Thursday
    8:00am - 4:30pm
    Friday
    8:00am - 4:30pm
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Sibley Memorial Hospital
  • Suburban Hospital
  • Virginia Hospital Center

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    4.6
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    Based on 81 ratings
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    Mar 10, 2023
    Dr O’Brien performed surgery on my back and I would say that even at 6 weeks post surgery, I am at least 80% better. I am very happy with the results and heartily recommend him. Very professional team.
    James Loucks — Mar 10, 2023
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    About Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD

    Specialties
    • Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 22 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
    Languages Spoken
    NPI Number
    • 1437109907
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Combined Neurosurgery/Orthopedic Adult Reconstructive Spine Surgery At Johns Hopkins Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University Of Maryland
    Residency
    Internship
    • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • George Washington University School of Medicine - Washington, DC
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Vanderbilt University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Joseph O'Brien, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. O'Brien is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. O'Brien has an average wait time of 31 – 45 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. O'Brien has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. O'Brien has seen patients for Back Pain, Spondylolisthesis and Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement), and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. O'Brien on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    81 patients have reviewed Dr. O'Brien. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. O'Brien.

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