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Dr. James Melvin, MD

Orthopedic Surgery Age 44
Dr. James Melvin, MD
4.9 (138 Ratings)
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Dr. James Melvin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Chevy Chase, MD.
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Dr. James Melvin, MD

Orthopedic Surgery Age 44
Chevy Chase, MD
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Melvin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Chevy Chase, MD.

About

Dr. James Melvin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Chevy Chase, MD and has 18 years experience. They graduated from UNIV OF NC CHAPEL HILL SCH OF MED. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. Dr. Melvin has experience treating conditions like Osteoarthritis of Hip, Osteoarthritis and Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Melvin received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 138 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Melvin is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery.

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Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis
Joint Pain
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Locations

  1. 1 Maccartee Haas Grossman Connell & Shaffer M.d. P.A.
    5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1000, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
  2. 2 Washington Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine P.A.
    5215 Loughboro Rd NW Ste 200, Washington, DC 20016
  3. 3 Washington Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine P.A.
    2021 K St NW Ste 516, Washington, DC 20006

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Sep 23, 2023
Answered all my questions and provided an incredible amount of information as my preparation and follow up proceeded.
— Sep 23, 2023
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Care Philosophy
  • Dr. Melvin enjoys the hands-on approach of orthopedics and the tangible results he sees in his patients every day. Easing their pain, restoring their function and quality of life are the best parts of the job. He also greatly values the personal relationships he forms with his patients, getting to know them as individuals and guiding them through the road to recovery.

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Biography
  • Dr. James Melvin, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Chevy Chase, MD and has over 17 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIV OF NC CHAPEL HILL SCH OF MED in 2005. He specializes in Orthopedic Surgery, Hip & Knee Orthopedics, and more.
Biography
Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
Orthopedic Trauma Surgery
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedics
Specialties
Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIV OF NC CHAPEL HILL SCH OF MED
    2005
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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  • Carolinas Medical Center
    2011
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Melvin, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Melvin's profile.

Dr. Melvin frequently treats the following conditions: Osteoarthritis of Hip, Osteoarthritis and Joint Pain. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Melvin, MD is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. James Melvin, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Rd NW, Washington, DC