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Dr. Rajeev Pandarinath, MD

Dr. Rajeev Pandarinath, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Rajeev Pandarinath, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Bethesda, MD and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Pandarinath has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Social Work in 2004. He is affiliated with Suburban Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 98 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (98 reviews)

Practice

10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 506 Bethesda, MD 20817
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Dr. Pandarinath's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pandarinath

4.8
98 ratings, 73 with a written review
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Well done. Understood the problem and provided good advice and initial treatment. Was considerate about my needle-phobia and ensured that the injection was handled in accordance with my wishes.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 23, 2025
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Listened
Considered my concerns and provided thoughtful feedback. Discussed potential options even ahead of the MRI needed for diagnosis, which I appreciated. First visit so more to learn, but so far, so good.
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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Joanna – Mar 19, 2025
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Dr. Pandarinath is Great
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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Mahmood G – Jan 14, 2025
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Excellent surgeon. Highly recommend.
Besides being a skilled surgeon, Dr. Pandarinath takes the time to listen to his patients. His medical assistant Rahul is also very helpful and responsive.
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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Dec 21, 2024
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Dr. Pandarinath was friendly and did not seem to be rushing the appointment. He listened, explained his view of the situation and potential ways to address it. He implemented the first step of an intervention, explaining other options. He seems kind and competent, a nice combination!!!
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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Dec 03, 2024
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Great visit
Dr. Pandarinath was very nice and personable. He was transparent about options and I’d highly recommend him.
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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Nov 12, 2024
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Excellent knee surgeon!
Dr. Pandarinath has a nice demeanor and listens carefully. Successful meniscus tear repair.
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 09, 2024
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The doctor did an excellent job on my surgery and was helpful at our visit
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 14, 2024
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Top notch.
He listened and got to the bottom of the problem
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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Michael Thiede – Sep 14, 2024
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Very knowledgeable in his field. Great bedside man
Does not rush visit
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 14, 2024
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Excellent doctor
No delay and highly professional. Efficient staff.
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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Naresh Virmani – Aug 27, 2024
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Satisfied
Professional and to the point!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Aug 27, 2024
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Fantastic doctor, very knowlegable.
He is very polite and knowlegable. Helped trenendously with my shoulder pain diagnosis and recommendations.
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 31, 2024
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Great Experience Overall
Dr. Pandarinath listened carefully to me, and then provided my treatment options, along with his recommendation. He was easy to get an appointment with, and was punctual. 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
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Jul 02, 2024
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Generally good
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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Ralph Tapiero – Jul 02, 2024
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Dr. R. Pandarinath: Orthopedist who gives options
He was encouraging of my wish to stay as mobile as possible as a senior citizen. I appreciated his explanations of medical terminology and options for continuing progress.
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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Mobility Matters – Jun 12, 2024
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Good doc, good experience
Dr. Pandarinath has a super nice personality and is patient and professional. He takes the time, if needed, to explain your injury, any risks or complications, and is clear about next steps and eventual possibilities to consider. I was there for a rotator cuff injury and have avoided surgery so far. Highly recommend Dr. Pandarinath.
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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Jun 11, 2024
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Very pleased with my visit,
They took me a few minutes early which I love instead of a long wait in the waiting room! And I had a ex-ray in a few minutes then the doctor talked to me a few minutes later! Great job
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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John Dustin – May 22, 2024
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Follow up on knee chondromalacia
It's good to know that I'm in great hands with Dr Pandaranith. I like that he's straight forward in his communication with me. I trust his knowledge and he's caring and takes his time to listen and answer questions.
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
What could be improved
No results
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Beatriz D. – May 02, 2024
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Friendly and professional
Very good but also easy to understand explanations of what was going on, very friendly and made me feel at ease
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 28, 2024
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Dr. Pandarinath specializes in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, hip, and knee.  He has been practicing in the DC Metro area since 2010 and has been voted a Washingtonian Top Doctor by his peers.  He is Board Certified in...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

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  • Ucla Medical Center Los Angeles California

    Internship Hospital

  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010

  • Ucla Medical Center Los Angeles California

    Residency Hospital, 2009

  • University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Social Work

    Medical School, 2004

  • Duke University - Bachelor Of Science

    Undergraduate School, 2000

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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Practice

Ortho-Trauma Bethesda LLC10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 506 Bethesda, MD 20817
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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