Dr. John Klimkiewicz, M.D., specializes in Sports Medicine and Joint Replacement, concentrating on complex knee and shoulder surgery in athletes. He completed his Orthopedic Residency at the University of Pennsylvania and a Shoulder and Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh in 1998. Dr. Klimkiewicz is a team Physician for the Georgetown Hoyas and the Washington Capitals Hockey Club.
Dr. John Klimkiewicz, M.D., specializes in Sports Medicine and Joint Replacement, concentrating on complex knee and shoulder surgery in athletes. He completed his Orthopedic Residency at the University of Pennsylvania and a Shoulder and Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh in 1998. Dr. Klimkiewicz is a team Physician for the Georgetown Hoyas and the Washington Capitals Hockey Club.
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Caring, spent time and took into account personal issues.
(4 days ago)
Feb-2026
Outstanding orthopedist.
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
His appointments go extremely fast, like under 10 minutes. Doesn’t really take the time out to clearly discuss current conditions and next steps.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Dr.K is the best! Caring and very informative. When we thought it was over for my son, we found Dr. K. He truly cares for his patients.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Dr K is the best. Kind and thorough.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Always a 5
Dr. Klimkiewicz is a very qualified and caring doctor…. I feel very fortunate to have him as my doctor. As a long time patient of Dr. K’s I wouldn’t go to anyone else
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
I love Dr. Klim. He is an Awesome surgeon and doctor. I drive 5 hours twice a year just to have him take care of me since 2003 😍
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Quite knowledgabe, personsble and busy.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
One of the best doctors I have ever known. I trust him without reservation. Skilled, knowledgeable, ethical, compassionate, helpful and kind. I am so grateful for his generosity of spirit and excellent medical care. Dr Klimkiewicz truly wants to help and it’s clear that he has the expertise to do so. I would never choose another doctor. He is truly the BEST. Five stars are not enough.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Caring, Compassionate
Knowlegible
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
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District Orthopaedics
5454 Wisconsin Ave #1000 Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Dr. John Klimkiewicz, M.D., specializes in Sports Medicine and Joint Replacement. He concentrates on all aspects of knee and shoulder surgery with a specific focus on complex knee surgery in athletes.
Dr. K has an extensive amount of experience in the treatment of knee cartilage and ligament injuries as well as knee joint preservation with osteotomy, complex reconstructions, and knee replacement.
After completing his Orthopedic Residency at the University of Pennsylvania, he went on to complete a Shoulder and Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh in 1998.
Dr Klimkiewicz is presently a team Physician of the Georgetown University Hoyas and the Washington Capitals Hockey Club. He has decades of experience in the compassionate care of athletes and has cared for countless athletes, including St John College High School in Washington, DC, and the Washington Freedom Women’s Soccer Club. His commitment to world-class sports medicine and joint replacement care is reflected in the relationships he builds with his patients.
Caring, spent time and took into account personal issues.
Outstanding orthopedist.
His appointments go extremely fast, like under 10 minutes. Doesn’t really take the time out to clearly discuss current conditions and next steps.
Dr.K is the best! Caring and very informative. When we thought it was over for my son, we found Dr. K. He truly cares for his patients.
Dr K is the best. Kind and thorough.
Always a 5 Dr. Klimkiewicz is a very qualified and caring doctor…. I feel very fortunate to have him as my doctor. As a long time patient of Dr. K’s I wouldn’t go to anyone else
I love Dr. Klim. He is an Awesome surgeon and doctor. I drive 5 hours twice a year just to have him take care of me since 2003 😍
Quite knowledgabe, personsble and busy.
One of the best doctors I have ever known. I trust him without reservation. Skilled, knowledgeable, ethical, compassionate, helpful and kind. I am so grateful for his generosity of spirit and excellent medical care. Dr Klimkiewicz truly wants to help and it’s clear that he has the expertise to do so. I would never choose another doctor. He is truly the BEST. Five stars are not enough.
Caring, Compassionate Knowlegible