Advanced arthroscopic shoulder and knee surgery for athletes and active adults in Washington DC and Northern Virginia.












Dr. Rajeev Pandarinath is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon, specialized in the treatment of complex shoulder and knee injuries. He focuses on using cutting edge surgical and nonsurgical technology to get you back to the activity level you desire. He was previously an Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Director of Sports Medicine at George Washington University Hospital. He brings with him years of experience working with athletes at all levels, including professional and collegiate athletics, as well as weekend warriors.
Dr. Pandarinath specializes in treating injuries of the shoulder and knee. He has been practicing in the DC Metro area since 2010 and has been repeatedly been voted a “Top Doctor” in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine by The Washingtonian, Bethesda Magazine, Arlington Magazine, and Northern Virginia Magazine.
Dr. Pandarinath sees patients from all over the country at the OrthoBethesda office in Bethesda, MD. He sees a number of complex injuries and second opinions.
Pivot injury? Knee gave out? ACL reconstruction and return-to-sport planning.
Locked knee or catching? Repair vs meniscectomy decisions matter.
Dislocated shoulder? Labral tear? Stabilization options explained clearly.
Pain lifting the arm? Weakness after injury? Know when surgery is appropriate.