Dr. J. Stuart Melvin, MD

Practice: District Orthopaedics

Specialty: Orthopedics, Joint Replacement

Office locations: Chevy Chase, MD

Most recent review: 6 days ago New
4.9 out of 5
183 Ratings
74 Comments

Dr. J. Stuart Melvin, M.D., is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Orthopaedic surgeon specializing in anterior approach hip replacement as well as partial and total knee replacement. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. His scientific papers are widely featured in medical journals.

4.9 out of 5
183 Ratings
74 Comments

Dr. J. Stuart Melvin, M.D., is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Orthopaedic surgeon specializing in anterior approach hip replacement as well as partial and total knee replacement. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. His scientific papers are widely featured in medical journals.

The reviews listed below were collected independently of District Orthopaedics through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.

Dr Stuart is warm, personable and competent. He did a wonderful job on my hip - 7 years and going strong. He has my highest recommendation.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(6 days ago) Nov-2026

Competence and compassion!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago) Nov-2026

He’s the best. Friendly. SMART. Attentive. Helpful.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Dr Melvin is very professional and informative.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Dr Melvin is knowledgeable and answers all of my questions. And my surgery went to well

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Listened carefully to my issues and was very professional and systematic in trying to identify the problem and suggest remedies, including referrals to other specialist.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Oct-2026

Excellent

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Oct-2026

Professional, extremely high-quality experience in every respect.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Oct-2026

He’s great! I’m very pleased with the results of my hip replacement.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026

Terrific

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026
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