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John Klimkiewicz, M.D.
Washington Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
Orthopedics: Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy, Joint Replacement
Washington DC, Chevy Chase
4.9
2.2K Ratings
554 Comments
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.
4.9
2.2K Ratings
554 Comments
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.
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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.
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The doctor was extremely quick, the visit lasted about 5 minutes and I needed more time to be clear about the proposed change in regimen.
He is not only a good surgeon but very personable with his patients
Dr K is the best! Both of my teenagers have had extremely successful knee surgeries with him. He explains everything and puts us at ease. We have complete confidence in him and his friendly, capable staff. Would give more than 5 stars if I could!
Incredibly professional, still saw me despite my tardiness and was able to confidently diagnose my symptoms and provide the follow up care needed to gather more information and begin the healing journey, very very good doctor.
Doctor K is the ultimate Pro. Good listener and knows how to keep the patient at ease with the diagnosis. I highly recommend Doctor K for your ortho requirements. You won't be sorry.
Great guy! “Gets’ where I’m at and doesn’t push surgery until I’m ready. Nw that I’m ready, he has great suggestions for pre-surgery readiness. Very happy!
The best!
Dr Klimkiewicz is the best! Met John as a fellow physician caring for the Washington Capitals. He is an excellent surgeon and has great bedside manner. Have trusted him with my care as well as that of my family. To summarize, Dr Klimkiewicz is “a doctor’s doctor”. I am confident that anyone will have a great experience.
Thanks doc
Dr K is amazing. He saw me the same day and was very good about following up with me everyday after. Not only did he perform great ACL Surgeries on both my daughter and I, but he was super attentive with a very recent emergency. He has checked up on me multiple times a day and continues to be available and extremely helpful. I would recommend him to anybody.