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Joseph A. Shrout, M.D.
Shady Grove Orthopaedics
Orthopedics: Hand, Upper Extremity & Sports Medicine
Rockville, Germantown
Most recent review: 1 week ago
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4.9
369 Ratings
157 Comments
Dr. Joseph A. Shrout, M.D. is a graduate of Oregon State University where he was awarded High Honors with a Bachelor of Science degree. He earned his Doctor of Medicine at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD, and then received his post-graduate orthopaedic surgery training at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, WA.
4.9
369 Ratings
157 Comments
Dr. Joseph A. Shrout, M.D. is a graduate of Oregon State University where he was awarded High Honors with a Bachelor of Science degree. He earned his Doctor of Medicine at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD, and then received his post-graduate orthopaedic surgery training at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, WA.
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Dr. Joseph A. Shrout, M.D. is a graduate of Oregon State University where he was awarded High Honors with a Bachelor of Science degree. He earned his Doctor of Medicine at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD, and then received his post-graduate orthopaedic surgery training at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, WA.
He worked for six years in general orthpaedics and sports medicine, including a one year combat deployment to Iraq in 2003 as a Forward Surgical Team commander with the decorated 101st Airborne Division. Upon his return, he completed a one-year Hand and Upper Extremity fellowship at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. in conjunction with the Curtis National Hand Center in Baltimore, MD.
Dr. Shrout has been practicing in orthopaedic surgery since 1994, and retired from the U.S. Army in 2011 at the rank of Colonel. He has been in private practice in the Washington area since 2011, and has maintained his involvement in orthopaedic sports medicine by participating as a team physician for the D.C. United Men’s professional soccer team, and Head Team Physician for the D.C. United Women’s team in 2012. In 2013 he served as Head Team Physician for the inaugural season of the National Women’s Soccer League professional team, the Washington Spirit. He also has a particular interest in the treatment and prevention of sports related injuries of the upper extremity.
Dr. Shrout and his wife, Anne, have three daughters who are active in school and sports. The family enjoys golf, fitness, and water skiing.
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Dr. Shrout was very thorough. He explained his diagnosis and answered all my questions. A very compassionate doctor.
Great doctor, highly professional! Loved the experience
Excellent service.
Unfortunately, my experience with Dr. Shrout was not a good fit for me. I felt that he did not take the time to explain my condition in a way that helped me understand what I was dealing with, nor did he walk me through the surgical procedure he was recommending — its benefits, risks, or what to expect. Instead, I was told to "look it up and come back with questions," which was disappointing. As a patient, I rely on medical professionals to guide me through these decisions, not send me to Google. I also found his approach to be very by-the-book, with limited openness to discussing concerns that didn’t fit neatly into textbook cases. When I brought up questions outside the standard narrative, they were brushed off rather quickly. Overall, I didn’t feel heard or supported in making informed choices about my care. While this style may work for some, it wasn’t the right approach for me.
Professional, knowledgeable
Very patient and efficient
Excellent experience
I know I'm in good hands!
Dr Shrout explained everything clearly to me and explained what next steps we should take to deal with the situation.
Very pleased with his treatment.