MedStar Health Blog

Knee replacement surgery is a daunting prospect for many of the 32.5 million adults in the U.S. who have osteoarthritis (OA), the most common type of arthritis. Over time, cartilage in the knee joint...

MHRI research into outcomes from technological advances such as robotic-assisted surgery helps ensure patients get leading care.  At the MedStar Orthopaedic Institute, we always look for ...

As a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, I’m well-versed in helping other patients understand if and when they should consider knee replacement surgery. But when I became a patient undergoing the same...

Our retrospective study published in the Journal of Hand Surgery establishes a connection between low bone density and painful wrist fracture healing, suggesting surgery could be a preferred treatmen...

A 2023 MedStar Health research review article found that low racial, ethnic, and gender diversity among orthopedic surgeons may contribute to disparities in surgery access and outcomes.   Each y...

Do you have persistent pain in your hands or wrists? Is it difficult to complete daily tasks that require putting pressure on your fingertips or use of your thumb? Hand arthritis is a common conditio...