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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Easy to understand, accessable. Got a quick appt.- due to a cancellation.
(6 days ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. O’Brien is very thorough in examining all of the elements related to my well-being. He is an excellent surgeon who has a terrific bedside manner. At the end of every visit with him, I feel as though he has thoroughly addressed my problem.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Excellent personal attention
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Expert knowledge
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
A kind man and a brilliant surgeon
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Surgery was excellent and Dr.O’Brien is very personable with his patients.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
A very fine human he listens and he sees you...
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
The best!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very personable and good to talk to. Seems to of very knowledgeable and explained things. Good sense of humor
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Simply the best!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
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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.
Easy to understand, accessable. Got a quick appt.- due to a cancellation.
Dr. O’Brien is very thorough in examining all of the elements related to my well-being. He is an excellent surgeon who has a terrific bedside manner. At the end of every visit with him, I feel as though he has thoroughly addressed my problem.
Excellent personal attention
Expert knowledge
A kind man and a brilliant surgeon
Surgery was excellent and Dr.O’Brien is very personable with his patients.
A very fine human he listens and he sees you...
The best!
Very personable and good to talk to. Seems to of very knowledgeable and explained things. Good sense of humor
Simply the best!