Johns Hopkins Orthopaedics
Orthopedic Surgery
4.9 out of 5
9,186 verified ratings
9,186 Ratings, 2,991 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
AI Overview
Johns Hopkins Orthopaedics receives overwhelmingly positive patient feedback highlighting expert, compassionate, and communicative care. Patients repeatedly praise providers as knowledgeable, thorough, and excellent listeners who explain diagnoses, imaging, and treatment options clearly. Multiple comments celebrate successful orthopedic surgeries (knee and shoulder replacements, cancer removal, rotator cuff repairs) and effective procedures like cortisone injections and biopsies. The overall tone is trustful and grateful, with many patients recommending the practice and reporting strong surgeon bedside manner and attentive follow-up.
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Sep 22, 2026
Sandesh Srinivas Rao, MD
First time I met him. Very thorough and explained everything I needed to know. I am seeing him again for a follow up.
Sep 21, 2026
He's a very knowledgeable doctor along with being very compassionate.
Sep 18, 2026
Dr Nikkel is calm and compassionate. He listens carefully to all my concerns.
Sep 18, 2026
This is the most amazing Dr.. He is caring, engaging and knew exactly how to push my arm and go straight to the aching point.
Sep 18, 2026
Very friendly. Explained everything to me.
Sep 18, 2026
Dr. Osgood was wonderful!
Sep 18, 2026
Dr. Patel offered to see me after my wife's appointment with him after suffering a setback in my hip during a recent PT session. I was very appreciate of his concern and willingness to see me right away.
Sep 18, 2026
The very attentive Doctor answered my concerns
Sep 17, 2026
Was good experiance
Sep 17, 2026
PA Rivenburgh, listened and explained thoroughly and created a treatment plan to my needs!
Sep 17, 2026
My experience was very good in all areas of this visit.
Sep 15, 2026
Outstanding!!! Great communication and impeccable technical care delivery all wrapped in empathy
Sep 15, 2026
Dr. Thompson is thoughtful and considerate in his conversation and explains everything thoroughly, which is refreshing. I like seeing the comparison between the x-rays taken 2 months apart, showing my bone is healing well. He's an excellent doctor.
Sep 15, 2026
Dr. Nikkel is an attentive and caring physician. Takes the time to make sure you are informed and comfortable making medical decisions.
Sep 15, 2026
The doctor answered all my questions. I understood all her answers.
Sep 14, 2026
Could not be happier with Dr. Ficke and his team with regards to my surgery and care
Sep 14, 2026
Excellent
Sep 14, 2026
Dr. Thakkar was on time, his bedside manner was exceptional. He explained everything in details, answered my questions and put me at ease. I have a feeling that I am in excellent hands, and I left his office, extremely pleased with my entire experience.
Sep 14, 2026
All my business was excellent
Sep 14, 2026
Very pleased w Dr Coombs.
Sep 14, 2026
They asked questions, showed concern
Sep 14, 2026
I received excellent service!
Sep 11, 2026
Excellent interactions.
Sep 11, 2026
..bless us all
Sep 10, 2026
Prepared for the call. Great listener.
Sep 10, 2026
Dr. Rao is the most wonderful, skilled, courteous physician I know.
Sep 10, 2026
Thank you for everything
Sep 10, 2026
This was my first meeting with Dr Rao. His advice was thoughtful, articulate and measured. Both my wife and I liked him very much; and I would return to him for surgery when it's needed.
Sep 9, 2026
She even demonstrated stretches she recommended and had me try them while she watched. Explained follow up as needed
Sep 9, 2026
Kristen was very thorough in examining me and answering my questions.
Sep 9, 2026
Dr Aboulafia +++
Sep 9, 2026
The real assessment will be determined after my surgery! However, Stefan Coombs is a smart, articulate, and knowledgeable doctor. Although he had a very busy schedule, he circled back with me after the pre-op exam to answer all my questions and concerns.
Sep 9, 2026
Impressive
Sep 9, 2026
Dr. Ahmed is amazing! He is patient, kind, personable, and has a sense of humor. We are extremely comfortable referring others to him.
Sep 9, 2026
Dr. Nikkel was very thorough, explained process for upcoming surgery. He was patient and understanding, answered all of my questions. Remarked that he hopes for a better surgery experience next time with him as my doctor and the new tech ology advancements.
Sep 9, 2026
Great doctor. Easy to talk to.
Sep 9, 2026
Dr. Hsu rocks. He's very professional. Explained everything he was going to fix during the procedure. Left me very confident he would fix my ankle back to when it was healthy.
Sep 8, 2026
Dr Hughes is amazing. I'm so grateful fate put her as my surgeon. She's extremely good as a doctor and a person.
Sep 8, 2026
We went through the decision to get a cortisone shot. Exam was very thorough.
Sep 8, 2026
He is a great surgeon. He takes his time and Explains everything. I would not even consider anyone else doing the operation.
Sep 8, 2026
Excellent, personalized care.
Sep 8, 2026
Dr NANOS did a carpel tunnel repair about 2 year ago. It was a total success. I felt released when he was able to see me that dayHaving a CT scan n will see him one week later
Sep 8, 2026
Dr Roe was absolutely caring, informative and amazing. Look forward to continuing my care and medical needs with him in the future. Highly recommend.
Sep 4, 2026
Medical provided including the physician and PA were knowledgeable and asked detailed questions about my condition. I must note that the physician I was originally scheduled to see took the time to see me after the treatment and apologized for the scheduling error.
Sep 4, 2026
Dr. Thompson is a class act. He is professional, kind, empathetic, and knows his patients. I am a frequent flyer in the foot area and I trust no one else.
Sep 4, 2026
Dr. Coombs was very thorough with this follow up appointment, and I was pleased with his words of encouragement!
Sep 4, 2026
Dr. Coombs is one of the best doctors of I've had!
Sep 4, 2026
Received exceptional service and would enthusiastically recommend Dr. Patel and his PA
Sep 4, 2026
In short, Dr Schaefer was a godsend. He assessed my condition quickly and arranged for my care at Bayview ED. I am very thankful for his help.
Sep 4, 2026
Dr. Coombs is wonderful-I am a physician and he treats me with respect and always answers all my questions, never rushes