Washington Joint Institute

Washington Joint Institute @ OrthoBethesda

Painful, arthritic joints can limit everything—from walking and stairs to sleep, work, and the activities you enjoy most. The Washington Joint Institute at OrthoBethesda provides comprehensive care for hip, knee, and shoulder conditions, with a specialty focus on joint preservation and joint replacement when needed. Our team helps patients move forward with a clear diagnosis, a personalized treatment plan, and coordinated recovery support.

Our Mission

The goal of the Washington Joint Institute is to provide an exemplary, comprehensive approach for patients living with painful and debilitating joint conditions, especially arthritis. Our board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons have helped thousands of patients over decades of practice, combining proven clinical expertise with modern techniques and technology.

Conditions We Treat

We evaluate and treat a wide range of joint problems, including:

• Osteoarthritis and inflammatory arthritis (hip, knee, shoulder)
• Joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and loss of mobility
• Cartilage wear and joint degeneration
• Previous joint replacement pain or failure
• Complex or advanced arthritis and deformity

If you’re unsure what’s causing your pain, our specialists can help identify the source and determine the best next step.

Comprehensive Joint Care

Our goal is to help you get relief and restore function using the most appropriate option—starting with conservative care when possible and progressing to surgery only when necessary.

Non-Surgical Options

Many joint conditions improve with non-operative treatment, including:

• Activity modification and guided return to activity
• Physical therapy and strengthening
• Medications as appropriate
• Injection options when indicated
• Lifestyle and mobility strategies to reduce pain and protect the joint

Joint Preservation & Minimally Invasive Procedures

When non-surgical care isn’t enough, we may recommend advanced procedures to preserve or restore joint function, including:

• Arthroscopic procedures (when appropriate for the condition)
• Partial joint replacement in select cases
• Minimally invasive joint replacement techniques designed to support recovery and restore mobility

(The right procedure depends on your anatomy, goals, and severity of arthritis.)

Joint Replacement Surgery

Joint replacement can be life-changing for patients whose arthritis pain persists despite conservative care. At the Washington Joint Institute, we specialize in joint replacement solutions for:

• Hip Replacement – Designed to relieve pain, restore motion, and help you return to daily activities with confidence.
  
• Knee Replacement – A proven option for advanced knee arthritis that causes pain with walking, stairs, standing, or sleep.
  
• Shoulder Replacement – An option for patients with shoulder arthritis and loss of function, including select cases of complex degeneration.
  
• Revision Joint Replacement – If a previous joint replacement has worn out, loosened, become unstable, or is no longer functioning well, revision surgery may be needed. Our surgeons have the experience to evaluate complex cases and determine the safest path forward.

What Makes the Washington Joint Institute Different

• Fellowship-Trained Joint Replacement Expertise – Our surgeons have specialized fellowship training and extensive experience treating joint conditions and performing joint replacement procedures.

• Patient Education & Clear Expectations – We prioritize patient education—so you understand the diagnosis, options, and what to expect before, during, and after treatment.
  
• Modern Implants & Surgical Technology – We use current implant systems and surgical techniques to support stability, durability, and natural movement.
  
• Coordinated Recovery – Recovery doesn’t stop after surgery. We help coordinate follow-up care and rehabilitation so patients have a clear pathway from procedure to mobility goals.
  
• Research & Innovation – Our team participates in ongoing efforts to advance joint replacement care and improve outcomes, keeping our approach aligned with best practices and emerging techniques.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If joint pain is limiting your life, you don’t have to wait. The Washington Joint Institute is here to help you move toward relief. Schedule a consultation to discuss your symptoms, review imaging, and explore your treatment options.

Schedule an Appointment | Call (301) 530-1010 | Meet the Joint Specialists