Dr. Tushar Patel, M.D., is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon with advanced expertise in complex cervical and lumbar spinal disorders, minimally invasive surgery, and disc replacement. He was Chief of Spine Surgery at Yale University School of Medicine until 2000. His research interests include tissue engineering and innovative spinal surgery techniques.
Dr. Tushar Patel, M.D., is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon with advanced expertise in complex cervical and lumbar spinal disorders, minimally invasive surgery, and disc replacement. He was Chief of Spine Surgery at Yale University School of Medicine until 2000. His research interests include tissue engineering and innovative spinal surgery techniques.
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A consummate professional. Supremely knowledgeable. Warm, engaging, and personal.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
I completely trust Dr. Patel. I have been a patient of his for 10-1/2 years and he is the first person I seek advice from concerning my spine. He is completely straightforward, honest, and explains his findings thoroughly. His surgical skills performing complex spinal surgery are unmatched.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Fast, efficient, knowledgeable, sensitive.Couldn’t ask for better.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
A consummate clinician. Efficient, knowledgeable, personable caring
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Very good and he listens to his patients.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Thank you!
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
The best
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
He's an exceptional doctor.! He has gone over and above my expectations .
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Five stars for Dr. Patel and the entire team at District Orthopaedics! Dr. Patel is a phenomenal spine surgeon who is incredibly professional yet down-to-earth and easy to talk to. The office is exceptionally well-run, organized and efficient. Highly recommend this practice!
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Absolutely fantastic experience. He was excellent, as always and immensely helpful.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
District Orthopaedics
5454 Wisconsin Ave #1000 Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Dr. Tushar Patel, M.D., is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon with advanced expertise in the treatment of complex cervical and lumbar spinal disorders and a particular interest in minimally invasive surgery and disc replacement.
He has been in practice since 1994 and served as Chief of Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopedics, Yale University School of Medicine until 2000 before treating patients in Northern Virginia until 2017.
Dr. Patel’s research interests include tissue engineering, bone growth factors, and innovative techniques in spinal surgery, and his efforts have led to multiple peer-reviewed publications and numerous patents. He is currently a member of the North American Spine Society, the Cervical Spine Research Society, and a founding member of the Lumbar Spine Research Society. Dr. Patel's research, academic, and extensive clinical experience allow him to collaboratively develop individualized care plans to allow patients to return as rapidly as possible to a healthy, active lifestyle, with surgery as a last resort.
A consummate professional. Supremely knowledgeable. Warm, engaging, and personal.
I completely trust Dr. Patel. I have been a patient of his for 10-1/2 years and he is the first person I seek advice from concerning my spine. He is completely straightforward, honest, and explains his findings thoroughly. His surgical skills performing complex spinal surgery are unmatched.
Fast, efficient, knowledgeable, sensitive.Couldn’t ask for better.
A consummate clinician. Efficient, knowledgeable, personable caring
Very good and he listens to his patients.
Thank you!
The best
He's an exceptional doctor.! He has gone over and above my expectations .
Five stars for Dr. Patel and the entire team at District Orthopaedics! Dr. Patel is a phenomenal spine surgeon who is incredibly professional yet down-to-earth and easy to talk to. The office is exceptionally well-run, organized and efficient. Highly recommend this practice!
Absolutely fantastic experience. He was excellent, as always and immensely helpful.