Dr. Joseph R. O'Brien is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon. Dr. O'Brien specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery and revision of failed spine surgery.
Dr. Joseph R. O'Brien is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon. Dr. O'Brien specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery and revision of failed spine surgery.
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Dr. O'Brien listens to his patients and does what's best for us. He has a true servants heart.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Wow. One of the best doctors I’ve ever met. Super intelligent and friendly.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Very much rely on Drm O'Brien for
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Brilliant doctor.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. O’Brien was personable and extremely helped to me by reviewing images past and present, clearly identifying and explaining the source of my current pain and weakness, making a related referral and delineating future steps in my medical plan. Thank you for this level of care.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
I highly recommend Dr. O’Brien.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
So nice and reassuring. Very clear communication.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
He was a savior in relieving my back pain from an October surgery 2025 surgery from another doctor.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. O'Brien is a caring surgeon
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Wonderful bedside manner! Extremely knowledgeable and put me at ease.
Provided great explanations and suggestions for my siatica
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
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Virginia Hospital Center
1635 N. George Mason Drive #180 Arlington, VA 22205
Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. O’Brien specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery and revision of failed spine surgery. A graduate of Vanderbilt University and the George Washington School of Medicine, Dr. O’Brien completed his training at the Johns Hopkins University Medical Center with a fellowship in spinal reconstructive surgery. Dr. O’Brien has previously served as an associate professor for Orthopaedic Surgery & Neurological Surgery and the Medical Director of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery at the George Washington University.
Dr. O'Brien listens to his patients and does what's best for us. He has a true servants heart.
Wow. One of the best doctors I’ve ever met. Super intelligent and friendly.
Very much rely on Drm O'Brien for
Brilliant doctor.
Dr. O’Brien was personable and extremely helped to me by reviewing images past and present, clearly identifying and explaining the source of my current pain and weakness, making a related referral and delineating future steps in my medical plan. Thank you for this level of care.
I highly recommend Dr. O’Brien.
So nice and reassuring. Very clear communication.
He was a savior in relieving my back pain from an October surgery 2025 surgery from another doctor.
Dr. O'Brien is a caring surgeon
Wonderful bedside manner! Extremely knowledgeable and put me at ease. Provided great explanations and suggestions for my siatica