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John Starr, M.D.
Washington Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
Orthopedics: Complex Spine Surgery, Reconstruction
Washington DC, Chevy Chase
Most recent review: Aug 29, 2025
4.9
738 Ratings
153 Comments
Dr. John Starr is an orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in complex spinal surgery. His sub-specializations include complex deformity, revision reconstruction, spinal trauma, and tumors.
4.9
738 Ratings
153 Comments
Dr. John Starr is an orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in complex spinal surgery. His sub-specializations include complex deformity, revision reconstruction, spinal trauma, and tumors.
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Dr. John Starr is an orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in complex spinal surgery. Dr. Starr’s sub-specializations include complex deformity, revision reconstruction, spinal trauma, and tumors.
Dr. Starr completed his orthopaedic residency training at the University of Pittsburgh and two spinal surgical fellowships at the University of Miami. He came to George Washington University in 1992 and served as the orthopaedic director of spinal surgery. He has practiced in Washington, D.C., for over 20 years. Dr. Starr is currently on the medical board for the FBI, Secret Service, and State Department.
Dr. Starr’s research interests include spinal fixation, spinal trauma care, and complex tumor resection and reconstruction. He is a member of numerous scientific societies and served an advisory role for both the National Institutes of Health and the Food and Drug Administration. He has served on the Panel of Examiners for the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery for over 10 years. This panel supports the continuing medical education and maintenance of certification efforts of the board. He has also chaired the spine panel for oral examinations for the ABOS.
EDUCATION
State University of New York at Buffalo
School of Medicine, M.D.
Alpha Omega Alpha June, 1986
Williams College, B.A. June, 1981
The Nichols School of Buffalo June, 1977
POST DOCTORAL TRAINING
Fellowship: Pediatric Reconstruction and Scoliosis
Miami Children's Hospital Dr. H.L.Shuffelbarger
July 1992 - October 1992
Fellowship: Spinal Cord Injury Unit and Adult Spinal Surgery
University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital
Drs. Frank Eismont, Mark Brown and Barth Green
July 1991 - June 1992
Orthopaedic Residency
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
July 1987 - June 1991
General Surgery Internship
S.U.N.Y at Buffalo: Millard Fillmore Hospitals
July 1986 - June 1987
BOARD CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE
Diplomate, National Board of Medical Examiners 1987
Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery 1994
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, MA040174M 1987
State of Florida, 019717 1992
Commonwealth of Virginia, 0101052819 1995
State of Maryland, D0053908
HOSPITAL APPOINTMENTS
George Washington University Hospital
Washington Hospital Center
Children's National Medical Center (courtesy)
Sibley Memorial Hospital
Suburban Hospital
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This was my first visit with Dr. Starr. I had fallen and injured my back. He ordered X-rays, reviewed them and assured me that nothing was broken. He also explained my preexisting spinal conditions. Dr. Starr gave me detailed information about next steps for healing. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Starr. He is an accomplished expert who related very well to me, his patient. I highly recommend him.
Always a fabulous help
Very personabl
Dr. Starr has a life time of providing excellence in patient care. He is professional, attentive, highly skilled, and scholarly.
Dr Starr and his assistant are both extremely professional, pleasant and caring. They put me at ease and they address all my concerns. They are super wonderful!
We love Dr Starr! He is through and entirely professional. Yet he has great bedside manner.
Technically excellent, Dr Starr has great bedside manner, in an efficient office with top-notch staff all around.
No back pain after second spinal fusion for first time in 20 years. Thank you Dr. Starr!
A truly wonderful doctor. He listens, he talks, he shows empathy, he answers all your questions, and he is a great surgeon with many years of experience.
Great surgeon, personable, thoughtful, old school physician who spends the time to figure out issues. Well run practice and thankful for Dr Starr!