Our team of skilled orthopedists at The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics: Maryland Orthopedic Specialists Division treat patients of all ages with any bone or soft tissue ailment. With two locations conveniently located in Bethesda and Germantown, Maryland, we welcome new patients from throughout the greater Washington, DC area.
Our team of experts specialize in sports medicine, hand and upper extremity surgery, podiatry, joint replacement, and physical therapy. With over 40 years of combined experience, our orthopedic practitioners treat acute injuries such as fractures and ligament tears as well arthritis and other chronic problems. Patients can feel confident that they’re getting the latest in advanced care from our three, board-certified, fellow-ship trained sub-specialist surgeons. We pride ourselves on expert care provided in a friendly, patient-focused environment.
Our physicians work closely with in-house physical therapists to employ modern rehab techniques. If a patient needs surgical intervention, the orthopedists use the most minimally invasive, joint-preserving techniques available. Because the team focuses on advanced pain management and rehab, patients can expect to return to work, school, and even sports activities rapidly, with minimal discomfort. The clinic’s specialized athletic trainers and physical therapists work to ensure that each patient regains motion and strength while minimizing their risk of re-injury.
The mission of The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics: Maryland Orthopedic Specialists Division is to provide the highest quality orthopedic care possible in an efficient, comfortable manner. With a customer service-oriented team, electronic health records, and online appointment booking, we strive to make all aspects of your recovery as smooth as possible.
Samuel has been a Physical Therapist for over 9 years. He was born and raised in Montgomery County. He graduated in 2007 with his BS from the University of Maryland, College Park. He went on receive his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from University of Maryland, Eastern Shore in 2013.
Samuel has been working in outpatient orthopedics his entire career and enjoys treating a wide variety of conditions from strains and sprains to pre and post-operative patients. What Samuel loves most about his job is getting to know his patients well and to tailor treatments to get them back to the activities or functions they enjoy the most.
When he’s not in the clinic, he is spends his time with his wife and two sons, hiking, coaching soccer, and supporting the Terps.
At Maryland Orthopedic Specialists, we accept most major insurance plans. Here is a list of some of the plans we accept. Please contact our office if you do not see your insurance provider listed.
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"Tons of equipment, space, and knowledgeable PTs! They have a relaxed open space which I really like. They even welcomed my kids to stick around."
"Dr. Raffo has done two torn meniscus surgeries for me. Both times, he and the staff were great. That's why I came back here for the second one!"
"These guys are the best! They helped me recover from the many arm injuries that I had from playing high school baseball."
"Dr. Raffo and his staff are great at explaining the nature of your injury and treatment and have a very warm disposition. I recommend them to anyone."
"Dr. Raffo has been fantastic. He's very nice, approachable, and asked good questions. Definitely a place I recommend to anyone who needs their services."
"The PT's and PTA's were all very friendly and helped motivate me to get my knee all better! Without them I wouldn't have had the great recovery that I did."
"I went to physical therapy here for a little over a month. This place was very professional yet laid back. The support staff were all great too."
"Great experience. I went to Dr. Gardiner for a second opinion and stuck with him. The first ortho group I've been to who saw patients on time!"
"Excellent staff! Even though Dr. Raffo gave me bad news (possible nerve damage, requiring surgery) I feel like I'm in good, competent hands here."
"Encouraging, professional team! I was barely able to walk in, but now I'm skipping and running out! Couldn't have done it without this team."
"My wife has been treated by Dr. Raffo and has had PT at their Germantown office. Our experience has been very positive. "
"Absolutely amazing. My ACL reconstruction was done by Dr. Raffo. My recovery is going so well thanks to his expertise."
"Thank you for seeing me yesterday. After dealing with constant pain for almost a year, I'm hopeful that you can solve my shoulder mystery."
"Dr. Raffo, thank you for fixing Craig's knee. We were able to ski for five days, thanks to your great medical skills!"
"Such a smart and knowledgable doctor. Helped me with my knee and shoulder problem. Spends a great deal of time explaining options, risks, etc."
"Dr. Raffo and his staff were exceptional in their service delivery. The ACL surgery recovery has been great and I'm most thankful."
"He was always attentive and tried everything even though I had a complicated recovery. I will recommend this practice and am thrilled with my outcome."
"Highly professional, very approachable, shares information in an understandable and clear manner, friendly and seems to truly care about the patient."
"Very friendly and answered all my questions with great detail. Explained my condition to where I fully understood it and what would be best for me to be pain free."
"Fast! Everything is done electronically. Dr. Raffo is friendly and professional. I would go back to see him again."
