Dr. John Klimkiewicz is an Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine and Joint Replacements. He concentrates in all aspects of knee and shoulder surgery. He is board-certified in Sports Medicine as well as Orthopedic Surgery.
Dr. John Klimkiewicz is an Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine and Joint Replacements. He concentrates in all aspects of knee and shoulder surgery. He is board-certified in Sports Medicine as well as Orthopedic Surgery.
Dr. John Klimkiewicz is an Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine and Joint Replacements. He concentrates in all aspects of knee and shoulder surgery. Emphasis on joint preservation as it pertains to the knee is one of his main interests’. After completing his Orthopaedic 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 the head team Physician of the Georgetown University Hoyas and Washington Capitals Hockey Club. He serves in a similar role at St John College High School in Washington, DC. He has served as an assistant team physician for the former Washington Freedom Women’s Soccer Club.
Dr. Klimkiewicz is board-certified in Sports Medicine as well as Orthopedic Surgery. He has served as an elected Delegate for Washington DC, within the American Society for Sports Medicine. He has also served as an editor for the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. He is married and has two children. He enjoys golf and family activities in his spare time.
EDUCATION
M.D.: New Jersey Medical School
Newark, New Jersey
September, 1989 to May, 1993
B.A.: University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
Major: Biology
September, 1986 to May, 1989
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts
September, 1985 to May, 1986
Southern Regional High School
Manahawkin, New Jersey
September , 1981 to June, 1985
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Washington Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Partner
February, 2016 to Present
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Clinical Faculty, Sibley Memorial Hospital
Washington, DC
February, 2016 to Present
Georgetown University Medical Center
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
Chief, Division of Sports Medicine
August, 1999 to February, 2016
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Department of Sports Medicine
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Director: Freddie H. Fu, MD
Sports Medicine / Shoulder Fellowship
August, 1998 to July, 1999
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Chairman: Robert H. Fitzgerald, MD
June, 1993 to June ,1998
Mc Kay Laboratories
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Principal Investigator: Joseph P. Iannotti, MD, PhD
July, 1995 to June, 1996
CERTIFICATIONS
Board Certified; American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, July, 2001, Recertification, July, 2010.
Board Certified in Sports Medicine, November, 2007.
Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification, September, 1997.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Associate Member, Arthroscopy Association of North America, August, 1999.
Active Member, International Cartilage Research Society, 2012
Active Member, The American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, June, 1999.
CONSERVATIVE APPROACH TO TREATMENT, AIMING AT WELLNESS WITH THE LESSER INVASIVE METHODS TRIED FIRST. FRIENDLY MANNER WITH PATIENTS.
Excellent. Competent. Patient orriented. The best!
We came to see Dr. K about 1 week after my son's ACL tear and 30 days after suffering the tragic loss of my husband and my son's dad. We put our faith in Dr. K; he is forever part of our village. Dr. K is more than 5 stars; his bedside manner was incredible. The emotional road was long and Dr. K was with him every step of the way. He also referred him to one of the best PT teams in the DC area, which shows his commitment beyond the surgery room. He helped my son see the light at the end of the tunnel and reminded him to put in the work between visits. My son is now back at college, on the court, playing at the next level in a sport he loves. My best friend recommended Dr. K and I would 100% recommend him to any parent looking for the best surgeon in the area.
Dr. K is the best, we were distraught when we first came in. He was calm and explained the procedure. Less than a week after our daughters ACL surgery she was back on her feet without a brace or crutches. His assistant Jessica is also amazing. We were very blessed to have found him.
Knowledgeable and patient focused. Welcomes and answers questions.
professional and accommodating
My favorite orthopedic surgeon. Fantastic all the way, inside and outside
Dr K is fabulous! Treats the whole patient.
If you’re injured he is the surgeon you need. The man could probably work as a motivational speaker too, which may be a key to his success. Sports injuries are tough, and there’s nobody better to have on your recovery team.
Consistently excellent care and very professional.