J.R. Rudzki, MD
Sports Medicine • Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD
Ratings by platform
- Birdeye: 4.9/5 (187 reviews)
- Healthgrades: 4.7/5 (257 reviews)
- WebMD: 5.0/5 (121 reviews)
- Vitals: 4.6/5 (138 reviews)
What patients say
Patients praise
- High level of surgical expertise and technical skill
- Clear and effective communication of diagnoses and treatment options
- Conservative approach to surgery (prioritizing non-surgical options)
- Professional and efficient office environment
- Helpful and attentive medical staff/PAs
Common complaints
- Occasional reports of long wait times
- Some patients feel appointments are rushed or brief
- Concerns regarding limited time for questions during consultations
- Some find his direct communication style less nurturing or potentially rude
In patients' words
"Dr. Rudski is well-known as an incredible surgeon and diagnostician. He is genuinely the most empathic orthopedic doctor I’ve ever known and worked with."
— Birdeye review"However, some patients report that he can be impatient, rude, and limiting in allowing time for questions during appointments."
— WebMD doctor profile overview"Just remind yourself that you're incredibly lucky he's [your surgeon]. He's highly respected by his patients and medical colleagues alike."
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