Dr. J.R. Rudzki, M.D., is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in shoulder, knee, and elbow injuries and sports medicine. He completed his fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. A lifelong athlete, Dr. Rudzki prioritizes conservative care, close collaboration with specialists, and advanced surgical techniques tailored to the patient's lifestyle.
Dr. J.R. Rudzki, M.D., is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in shoulder, knee, and elbow injuries and sports medicine. He completed his fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. A lifelong athlete, Dr. Rudzki prioritizes conservative care, close collaboration with specialists, and advanced surgical techniques tailored to the patient's lifestyle.
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So expert and emotionally intelligent.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
Excellent Physician
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Excellent results, care and good follow up
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Very polite and very professional Dr Rudzki
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
He is the best!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Excellent focus and clear explanations. Would highly recommend him.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Very professional and reviewed options well
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago)
Aug-2026
Everybody in the office was outstanding. Dr. Rudzki was very professional, knowledgeable, and personable.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago)
Aug-2026
Honest careful thorough personable
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago)
Aug-2026
Everything has gone extremely well. Dr Rudzki and his new assistant Mollie I provided outstanding assistance to me.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 months ago)
Jul-2026
District Orthopaedics
5454 Wisconsin Ave #1000 Chevy Chase, MD 20815
J.R. Rudzki, M.D., is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon with extensive experience in sports medicine, specializing in shoulder, knee, and elbow injuries.
A native Washingtonian and lifelong athlete, he brings a unique understanding of his patients’ goals, having competed in triathlons, coached youth sports, and cared for athletes at all levels.
He completed his fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, one of the nation’s top orthopaedic institutions, and is actively involved in teaching and surgical innovation through national and international lectures, research, and consulting.
His approach prioritizes conservative care when appropriate, close collaboration with physical therapists and specialists, and advanced surgical techniques tailored to each patient’s activity level and lifestyle.
So expert and emotionally intelligent.
Excellent Physician
Excellent results, care and good follow up
Very polite and very professional Dr Rudzki
He is the best!
Excellent focus and clear explanations. Would highly recommend him.
Very professional and reviewed options well
Everybody in the office was outstanding. Dr. Rudzki was very professional, knowledgeable, and personable.
Honest careful thorough personable
Everything has gone extremely well. Dr Rudzki and his new assistant Mollie I provided outstanding assistance to me.