Johns Hopkins Orthopaedics
Orthopedic Surgery
4.9 out of 5
7,889 verified ratings
7,889 Ratings, 2,869 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 consistently delivers expert, compassionate care characterized by thorough explanations, attentiveness, and patient-centered communication. Providers demonstrate strong knowledge in managing conditions like osteoarthritis, hip, knee, shoulder, and spinal issues, with many patients praising successful procedures such as hip and shoulder replacements and ACL surgery. Patients appreciate the empathetic, respectful approach and clear information about surgical and recovery processes. While the care quality is highly praised, appointment wait times and occasional rushed visits are noted as areas needing improvement.
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Apr 22, 2026
Kristen G Davis, PA-C
Knowledgeable, respectful, responsive, great listener.
Apr 22, 2026
Kristen G Davis, PA-C
Super pro
Apr 22, 2026
Kristen G Davis, PA-C
NP Davis was truly helpful and courteous. She listened attentively and gave me the best recommendation for my issue. Thank you!
Apr 22, 2026
Rachel Beth Sotsky, MD
Dr. Sotsky is extremely thorough, competent, and personal. She goes above and beyond to ensure that treatment is appropriate. She is truly awesome.
Apr 22, 2026
Stefan J Coombs, MD
Dr. Coombs is an excellent provider, illustrating care, concern and compassion. He's very thorough and took time to explain upcoming surgical procedure.
Apr 22, 2026
Savyasachi C Thakkar, MD
This was my first visit with Dr. Thakkar. It went very well.
Apr 22, 2026
Savyasachi C Thakkar, MD
Efficient, friendly and professional
Apr 22, 2026
Nirav Kirit Patel, MD, MS
Dr Patel is kind, knowledgeable, patient, respectful, and very thorough. He explained everything he was going to do, should me the xrays and explained what we were looking at.
Apr 21, 2026
Lucas Edward Nikkel, MD
Great doctor we had fun talking has a great bed side manner
Apr 21, 2026
Lucas Edward Nikkel, MD
Dr Nikkel provides superior care and support
Apr 21, 2026
George Peter Nanos III, MD
Excellent experience!
Apr 21, 2026
George Peter Nanos III, MD
He is very nice and made me feel very comfortable
Apr 21, 2026
Bashir Ahmed Zikria, MD
Dr Zikria was very thorough in explaining the situation in my spine and connecting it to two areas of pain. His demeanor was pleasant and he had a great sense of humor.
Apr 21, 2026
Bashir Ahmed Zikria, MD
Dr. Zikria is not just a good doctor/surgeon, he is a down to earth and all around great person who genuinely cares for his patients.
Apr 21, 2026
SANDESH SRINIVAS RAO
Dr. Rao is a highly skilled and professional surgeon who generally cares about his patient's outcomes. He consistently makes himself available to answer questions both before and after surgery, ensuring his patients feel informed and supported throughout the entire process.
Apr 21, 2026
Dennis W Rivenburgh, PA-C
Dennis Rivenburgh demonstrated to me extreme knowledge and care about my existing condition (Arthritis). I find his skills vey comforting as a patient.
Apr 21, 2026
Jennifer A Kerr-Logan, PA-C
Excellent
Apr 20, 2026
Natalie Hirsch, PA-C
The provider is very good, she knows that if I need to see her it's because there is definitely something wrong and she is very concise on a medical plan
Apr 20, 2026
Kristen G Davis, PA-C
Dr Davis listens to my ailments as well as all my personal problems, giving me me medical advice on my ailments and telling me what next procedures that would benefit me.
Apr 20, 2026
Kristen G Davis, PA-C
Kristen Davis was absolutely wonderful. Great provider!
Apr 20, 2026
NAKUL SUHAS TALATHI
Great communication and he treated Brentley with respect, which is more valuable to me than any other metric!
Apr 20, 2026
Edward George McFarland, MD
Outstanding surgeon with excellent bedside manner and expertise in his field.
Apr 20, 2026
Alex Arden Johnson, MD
Dr. Johnson performed my Gluteus Medius tendon surgery very effectively. His physical therapy instructions are helping me improve my health and eventually being able to walk without a walker or cane
Apr 20, 2026
Savyasachi C Thakkar, MD
Dr. Thakkar is a gem: knowledgeable and communicative. He took time and answered all my questions.
Apr 20, 2026
Savyasachi C Thakkar, MD
Dr. Thakkar is thorough and.provided exercises to help with the minor knee pain I am experiencing. He explained what is probably causing it, and what I need to do to correct it.
Apr 20, 2026
Nigel Naichieh Hsu, MD
Dr Hsu was very good at explaining the situation, what to expect & options. I appreciate that.
Apr 20, 2026
Stefan J Coombs, MD
Outstanding! Would highly recommend.
Apr 20, 2026
John Michael Thompson, MD
Most excellent surgeon and explains things so very well
Apr 20, 2026
Edward George McFarland, MD
Dr.McFarland is great. He is always pleasant and easy to talk to.
Apr 20, 2026
Chad Richard Ishmael, MD
Beyond his obvious skill as a physician, Dr. Ishmael has been remarkably considerate. One outstanding memory: on a brutally freezing day, he called personally out of concern that I might experience challenges with transportation. That's just one example!
Apr 20, 2026
Alex Arden Johnson, MD
Dr. Johnson was thorough and knowledgeable.
Apr 20, 2026
Savyasachi C Thakkar, MD
Visit was follow up to full knee replacement surgery done in December 2025. Provider evaluated progress and expectations going forward. Easily understood.
Apr 20, 2026
Alex Arden Johnson, MD
Dr. Johnson is the best!
Apr 20, 2026
Nirav Kirit Patel, MD, MS
Very professional and patient. Dr. Patel answered all of my questions. He took the time to explain my options given the current state of my knees.
Apr 17, 2026
Lucas Edward Nikkel, MD
Very professional thorough
Apr 17, 2026
John Michael Thompson, MD
Dr Thompson has my confidence. High praise as the recovery from this surgery is difficult.
Apr 17, 2026
John Michael Thompson, MD
Very good service
Apr 17, 2026
John Michael Thompson, MD
Very knowledgeable , thorough and explained diagnosis and treatment well
Apr 17, 2026
Jennifer A Kerr-Logan, PA-C
Very professional kind and thorough.
Apr 17, 2026
Ana Marcela Beard, PA-C
Ana Marcela Beard is an awesome provider.
Apr 17, 2026
Ana Marcela Beard, PA-C
Always professional and patient. Expresses concern for both shoulder complaints.
Apr 17, 2026
Ana Marcela Beard, PA-C
My provider, Ana was excellent.
Apr 17, 2026
Stefan J Coombs, MD
Dr. Coombs is always very pleasant and considerate.
Apr 17, 2026
Stefan J Coombs, MD
My surgeon is very skilled and knowledgeable about his work. I really appreciate being able to walk again.
Apr 17, 2026
Stefan J Coombs, MD
He cares! His friendly demeanor and willingness to listen to me and my concerns make all the difference when seeing him. In that moment I am being seen by him, I feel like the most important individual in his presence. He makes it easy to follow his advice.
Apr 17, 2026
ABDULAZIZ FAROUK A AHMED
I have been very pleased with Dr. Ahmed.
Apr 17, 2026
John Michael Thompson, MD
He is very knowledgeable, compassionate, concerned, explains things very well and takes the time that I needed
Apr 17, 2026
Edward George McFarland, MD
Exceptional visit. Thorough, comprehensive and incredibly respectful.
Apr 17, 2026
Richard Andrew Schaefer, MD, MPH
The doctor is personable and takes the time to investigate my condition
Apr 17, 2026
Lucas Edward Nikkel, MD
Excellent