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Thorp Adam T Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA, (GWOG) has been a leading provider of Orthopaedic services for the last 50 years. With offices throughout Montgomery County in SILVER SPRING, Rockville and GERMANTOWN, GWOG doctors and facilities are easily accessible and available for all orthopaedic patient needs.

Patients receive excellent diagnostic and therapeutic care for injuries and illnesses affecting their joints, muscles, tendons and related ailments. GWOG doctors evaluate patients comprehensively with both conservative and operative treatment plans from an experienced team of orthopaedic surgeons and physical therapists.
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When it comes to hand and wrist care, only expert treatment will do. Patients will find highly qualified and experienced orthopedic doctors at The Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group who offer comprehensive care for hand and wrist injuries and conditions. The hand and wrist contain complex structures, and our onsite diagnostic imaging and nerve assessment services allow for prompt diagnoses and treatment planning for hand and wrist conditions affecting the joints, nerves, bones, ligaments, and tendons.
Your shoulder joint is composed of three bones: the clavicle (collarbone), the scapula (shoulder blade), and the humerus (upper arm bone), as well as associated muscles, ligaments, and tendons. The edge of the scapula, called the acromion, forms the top of the shoulder. The shoulder is one of the most movable joints in the body, but also one of the most potentially unstable joints. As a result, it is the site of many common problems. Many shoulder problems are caused by the breakdown of soft tissues in the shoulder region.
Back and neck pain are common conditions that result from injury, arthritis, or "wear and tear" associated with the aging process or repetitive use. In many cases, back and neck pain, as well as movement limitations, can be helped with non-surgical treatments, such as medications, physical therapy, and lifestyle adjustments.
You don't have to be a professional athlete to be susceptible to sports injuries. From recreational athletes to weekend warriors, any physically active person can receive a host of orthopedic injuries, fractures, and muscle sprains and strains. The board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic doctors at The Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group have wonderful experience in the specialty of sports medicine.
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John Palomino
Jun 15, 2022
DR. Sanders has been the best Orthopedic doctor, I have seen since i started coming back in 2014. There was an occasion I saw someone else and it wasn't the same. I came back for my back and Hope to get positive answers once the MRI comes back. I have recommended him to people who have orthopedic issues. I would highly recommend Dr. Sanders for your visits.
Huiqing L.
Jun 15, 2022
Doctors are good but it's so hard to make appointments! Left messages but nobody returned the call! So frustrating!
D. P. G.
May 03, 2022
The doctors are good but it is so frustrating trying to get an appointment. If you have lots of time to spend on hold, this is the place for you. You get put on hold as soon as you call. It takes awhile for the receptionist to return and then when you say you want an appointment you are put on hold again for a long time. Aggravating. My time is too valuable for this.
Rolando Velasco
Apr 20, 2022
Dr. Sanders is amazing and makes you aware of all situation and outcome to better yourself. He takes the time to ask about my family and cares to make sure I'm successful in my recover. Staff is extremely helpful, caring and fun to have around.
Kyle Winkfield
Apr 16, 2022
What I love most about Dr. Sanders is his authentic and genuine care for me. He is dedicated to making sure that you receive the care and solutions so you can feel better and get back to enjoying life. You can tell that he has a passion for his craft. He explains things in plain English. Once he's done, you're better, you understand and you know you have a highly competent physician and friend you can call on.
Ramon Sison
Mar 18, 2022
Avoid this place like the plague! They'll schedule you in your least preferred location. You'll go back and forth and finally schedule an appointment. They'll call you a few hours before your appointment and ask you to come in later. Then when you arrive they'll tell you they don't take your insurance. Why don't they get that straight before you ever schedule an appointment?
Scott Ross
Mar 11, 2022
I went to see Dr. Perim about terrible sciatic leg pain due to lumbar region disc herniation. Dr. Perim was able to schedule MRI the same day and perform the epidural injection the next day. He was very proactive and courteous in providing pain relief. Would recommend his services. In addition Dr. Smink was very helpful and effective in treating my youngest son, who broke his elbow in 2021. Thanks, Scott
Craig Rosenfeld
Jan 20, 2022
Met Dr. Wowk for the first time. Reception staff was very nice. Dr Wowk spent more time than I even anticipated with me, asking questions and reviewing X-rays. The last ortho I saw at another practice couldn't get out the door fast enough. If you want a Doctor that wants to help you and will listed, I highly recommend Dr. Wowk.
Michael Jayner
Jan 18, 2022
Dr. Sanders and his staff at GWOG are beyond outstanding. They are personal, thorough and understanding. Dr. Sanders spends all the necessary time needed to make sure I understand everything about what's happening. He is by far and away the best doctor I have ever had. His expertise, knowledge and amazing personality are a unique blend that make him one of a kind.
Shari Cuesta
Jan 18, 2022
Dr. Victor Wowk is absolutely the best of the best. Several of our family members have seen him over the past seven years for different issues. He has always been very knowledgeable and accurate, and cares for his patients. He is also highly respected by his staff. We greatly appreciate his expertise.
Alice Thomas
Jan 17, 2022
I appreciated the time Dr. Evans took to explain the condition of my knee, my options, and why these were the options available to me at this time. Despite his vast experience as a surgeon in the field, he has a very relatable and down to earth personality.
James Sparks
Dec 21, 2021
Dr Sanders has treated my knees and I feel have gotten the best treatment possible. I highly recommend him and have done so personally.
French Pope
Nov 21, 2021
Dr Petruccelli was very thorough and informative in regards to my situation. He was highly recommended to me by several past patients and physical therapist.
Bridgette L.
Nov 19, 2021
Awful. The staff who schedule the surgery are awful, I had to actually call the doctor's cell to get them to call me back. The billing staff are awful, I paid everytime I was in the office and they have been sending me bills since May even after I spoke with them and they said I paid. It has gotten to the point where I will be reporting them to the BBB.

The PT department is nice but there is no one on one therapy, they just sort of let you do it all on your own. And finally, after having a meniscus repair done, two weeks in bed, and 3 mos of PT, they missed a tear and I need surgery again. Do yourself a favor and find another practice!
Robert Ostrinsky
Oct 15, 2021
I saw Dr. Kram for a problem with my finger. This was a follow-up to a problem from about 9 months ago. Got an appointment and got in with very little wait, and was seen promptly. We discussed treatment options and what was best for me at this time in addition to options going forward. Never felt rushed and always feel like my problem will be listened to.
Kimberly Novotny
Sep 22, 2021
Dr. Korboi Evan's my go to ortho doctor and amazing surgeon. He did amazing work on reconstructing my ankle three years ago and was awesome with my 7 year old son after he hurt his elbow on the playground. Highly recommend!
Tracy Martin
Aug 19, 2021
Dr Sanders is the MAN! He successfully repaired meniscus tears in both of my knees and now I am back on the court hooping again! My HS son is having leg/back issues (soccer player) so I took him to see Dr. Sanders. He has a treatment plan in place to keep my son on the field! Trust me he knows what he is doing and will have you up and moving again in no time!
Jenny M.
Oct 08, 2019
After two attempts to see Dr. Perim, and losing valuable work time, I have moved on. My time is just as valuable as theirs, and waiting an hour and 15 mins, still no Dr, is ridiculous.
Steve H.
May 13, 2019
I guess my time isn't as important as theirs. Making me wait 45 min is not cool.
Misty M.
Mar 14, 2019
Terrible customer service. I have went to the office sent an email and also posted a yelp review about the dr that I had his customer service skills and the fact that I now need the tooth removed that he worked on. ALL I GOT WAS A REPRESENTATIVE THAT CALLED ME ABOUT MY REVIEW AND THREATENED TO SEEK LEGAL ACTION ON MY EXPERIENCE AT THIS LOCATION. I work customer service and this is not the way to handle a customer.
Cindy S.
Jan 04, 2019
Recently on a Friday night at 4:45pm Dr. Smink's nurse Tanya in the Germantown office of Greater Washington Orthopedic Group provided excellent patient service when she obtained a delayed MRI report and got us in touch with Dr. Smink even at such a late hour. Thank you Tanya for your caring attitude, patience and understanding for your patients!
Nneka M.
Dec 19, 2018
5 star service with Dr. Evans! Even though I was 5 mins late for my 1:00pm, I was courteously greeted by Dr. Evans' receptionist, promptly given a iPad like device to fill out my personal history and information, and waited for about 10 mins to be called back to the examination room. The facility is clean and sleek with an area for physical therapy on one side, and the examination room area on the other side. There's also a xray room in the back.

And for Dr. Evans.he's young, personable, and knows his stuff. He very knowledgeable orthopedic doctor who specializes in joint replacements and sports medicine. He was also very patient with answering questions, so yelp peeps, I highly recommend this doctor!
Allie G.
Sep 16, 2018
Dr. Guterman is great - very knowledgable, great bedside manner. The staff that works in the billing department are completely incompetent. They have submitted my bill to the wrong insurance FOUR times since June. Every time I call and ask them to confirm my insurance, they confirm they have it and they don't understand what went wrong. Will not be returning because of this.
Caffe M.
Feb 05, 2018
I was referred to this orthopedic group after a sudden injury. The physician I saw was incompetent and unprofessional; the x-ray technician was rude and inconsiderate of my pain on the injured site. They were trying to hard sell and rush me to do an expensive surgery without explaining clearly my situation. I was wise to get a second opinion, and was able to avoid going back to this practice.

Even if I wanted to go ahead with the suggested surgery, I would feel much more comfortable trusting my health in the hands of a better surgeon. The assistant became more helpful though, once I agreed to buy some expensive stuff from them.
Sharon C.
Jan 31, 2018
Saw Dr. Sanders for my son's knee surgery. Awesome doctor, great bedside manner, very responsive (my son emailed him several times during his recovery and he always responded promptly). We have been seen at the Germantown office; staff has been wonderful and no issues with long wait times or lengthy check in process.
Becky C.
Oct 25, 2017
No complaints about the medical care here, but this office seems to have recently switched to the world's dumbest electronic medical records system. It takes 20+ minutes to fill out the initial questionnaire in the waiting room and then when you're finally seen for your appointment you have to answer all the same questions AGAIN while a nurse painstakingly types in your answers on an iPad.

The poor nurse kept apologizing, but there was nothing she could do about it: she had to follow procedure and ask every single question, even the ones that were irrelevant. 70 minutes into the appointment, nothing had been accomplished except for electronic record keeping. A colossal waste of time.
Nate N.
Oct 16, 2017
I've been on different Dr. Office and I've never seen this kind of services in my life. I'm writing this review waiting Dr. Kram for 1hr and 35 Minutes and still waiting. I'll never ever come back again. I'm referring the Rockville Office here. I don't know the rest of the branch how they treat people.
A. M.
Sep 23, 2016
I love how dumb people are giving low reviews here for a different location. Way to fail, y'all. I've been dealing with the Rockville office for several weeks now, first seeing Dr. Petrucelli (sp) and then Dr. Seinsheimer. This office is kind and helpful, both gentlemen have been a wonderful experience, speaking plainly with me in regards to questions and concerns while also giving reassurance when I had more pressing doubts. I'll be keeping to seeing them regularly for as long as I need. Definitely both 5-star Dr's, as is the office itself.
Sanghun L.
Jul 12, 2016
The Worse hospital I have ever visited in my life. People were entirely very rude and I couldn't see my doctor either with appointment. Please visit other hospital to save yoir life!
Jo M.
Jun 02, 2016
First visit, I waited an hour. Second visit, I waited 2 hours. Dr. Smink's assistants seem to be miserable, unhappy people. Take your broken bones somewhere else.
Mark K.
Feb 24, 2016
Germantown location is unprofessional. Dr Guterman and staff prefer to argue with customers rather than offer customer service. This office cancelled an appointment after I took off of work and arrived to the office. I was turned away because I did not have PIP coverage with my car insurance and this office was scared they would not get paid by the health insurance.

I explained that health insurance would pay for it and this was also discussed prior to making the appointment. The customer is ultimately responsible for payment regardless of insurance decisions. While onsite they did not give me the option to pay cash or credit card either. I always believed Doctors were in the business to heal people not argue about when they will get their precious money.

Regardless I had $450 cash on hand as well as credit cards with plenty of credit to pay up front. Instead of gaining a customer they gained a one star yelp review, BBB case opened, and potential lawsuit for my day of lost work and word of mouth to avoid the Germantown office as they do not deserve your hard earned money. They could care less about you, your health or earning your business.
Al L.
Aug 13, 2015
First, let me say that my family has has gone to Dr. Gutterman for many years and have been very satisfied. Very good and easy to deal with. But now, I'd like to relate my last experience at the Germantown office. My elbow developed an infection and needed to be drained. Dr. Gutterman drained the liquid and ordered it to be evaluated at a lab.

The staff seemed undecided where to send it, discussing perhaps LabCorp or Quest, finally deciding that neither was still open and deciding on the Germantown Shady Grove Emergency dept. They sent me there to drop it off. I was a little surprised, but I was fine with that. Turns out they were wrong. When I got to Shady Grove, I found out they don't offer this service.

So I went back to the office. The staff then decided that it needed to go to a lab the next day. I naturally figured that they would handle it. Wrong again. They told me I would have to take the samples home tonight, refrigerate them, and then I needed to take the samples to the lab. REALLY. This is MY responsibility? I rated them a 2, rather than a zero because Dr. Gutterman is very good and easy to deal with. He gets a 5.
Moe R.
Feb 07, 2015
Germantown office- I waited for an hour and a half without being seen by the Dr before walking out. The receptionist was very nice, otherwise there would be zero stars.
Mike R.
Jun 18, 2014
The physical therapy department here is great! Deanne is great! They really take care of you and make sure you are pain free and fully recovered before they send you on. Dr. Smink has been great as well.
Ayesha M.
Apr 08, 2014
Dr. Guterman is an absolute NO NO NO! Be careful and recommend staying away for him at all costs. Went to see him and he was the rudest and most inconsiderate doctor I have ever come across. Impatient, doesn't listen, doesn't let you talk, doesn't let you explain, hence the treatment is going to be terrible too. He can't figure the issue and gets frustrated.

I am lucky to not have used his prescribed medicine. Absolutely useless place to go and a terrible doctor to come across. Asks me since when did I have the symptoms and I said ever since I have been in the US, and he said then why don't you just go back! I was kind of shocked, but now when I think about it, I am curious which filth did his ancestors come from :
Jeremy R.
Jul 19, 2013
Same day appointment - check. Online paperwork download - check. Sub-10 min waiting room wait - check. Friendly and knowledgeable front desk person - check. Friendly and knowledgeable nurse - check. Friendly and REALLY knowledgeable doctor (Mazer) - check. Diagnosis and treatment plan that made sense to me - check. What else is there to say? I have a follow up in 3 weeks, so I'll report if anything changes.
Ja & Apos Bette L.
Jul 14, 2010
This place doesn't really stand out over any other doctor's office, but I have to say that Dr. Guterman definitely does. As I sit here in his office waiting for him to visit with my hubs, all the memories of my PT, and incessant visits hold me hostage. We've shared quite a few laughs over the years during my treatment, and I'm happy to know my hubby is in great hands.

I totally recommend the Germantown office for regular visits, and their Rockville office is their nicer physical therapy location. I don't know much about the other doctors, but Guterman totally rocks.