Dr Barth is the best! He is kind, caring and compassionate, in addition to being superbly talented in the operating room. And he takes the time to explain everything. Pursuing hand surgery was truly daunting for me; hands are involved in every area of daily living. But Dr. Barth was there every step of the way from surgery through recovery.
I could not be more pleased with the outcome OR the doctor!!
Testimonials
My first impression of Dr. Starr 10 years ago which still holds true today is of an upbeat, highly energetic professional with a gleam to his eye. In his professional capacity he is able to quickly assess a situation, order diagnostic procedures as necessary and follow up with a treatment plan, possibly surgical or another alternative.
As a precursor to my testimonial I would like to note that ten years ago in December of 2009, Dr. Starr performed complex cervical spinal surgery on my neck for advanced degenerative arthritis. The prognosis at the time, was limited cervical mobility. I’m pleased to say that I have regained near full mobility.
Prior to my current surgery of November 26, 2019 I had advanced spinal stenosis. By May 2019, my back and leg spasms had increased markedly. In October, I experienced my first spinal collapse. My legs would not sustain me.
I made an appointment with Dr. Starr at the end of October. A CT scan was ordered and at a follow up visit, Dr. Starr recommended surgery at the earliest possible date. The advanced spinal stenosis had been confirmed with concurrent severe lumbar scoliosis.
Dr. Starr’s ability to envision the procedure and outcome are a testimonial to his vast surgical not only skill but vision and talent. The way he positioned the spinal hardware has enhanced my spinal alignment, adding a full inch to my height. The current prognosis includes considerable spinal flexibility both during recovery and into the future.
I am also beholden to Dr. Starr’s assistant, Ali who has been indefatigable in facilitating related treatment follow up and insurance contacts with extreme patience and geniality.
I’ve been going to Washington Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Chevy Chase for my medical needs since 2013. For me this is the best office in the area, which is extremely well managed and has friendly environment, with professionally behaved, pleasant and welcoming staffs.
My favorite physician is Dr. Barth! Although he is often busy caring for his patients, I always get the feeling that he is truly involved with my medical needs, wellbeing and progress. The very best thing any person needs to receive in order to trust, respect, love and stay loyal to his/her physician.
Furthermore, Alex is the jewel. She is the best assistance Dr. Barth has ever had. She is caring, attentive, and extremely pleasant. She never fails to respond to your messages and emails!
Kevin McGinness has been my therapist since 2013 at SMARTherapy. He is friendly, extremely pleasant, caring, attentive, effective, and accommodating. I recently had an shoulder injury and he was booked for almost a month, he however find a way to get me in and start the therapy. I am grateful for his healing therapy.
I’m writing to thank Dr. Barth and the staff of WOSM for the high quality care I received recently for Dupuytren’s Contracture. My entire experience was extraordinary! I had a a very successful treatment with Xiaflex, the enzyme treatment in lieu of surgery. Dr. Barth advised me that the treatment would be successful in spite of my fairly advanced contracture and the effect was immediate. I did have a relatively minor skin tear, which he also predicted, and within 7-8 days it was completely resolved. It was so much better than having to treat open surgical wounds and a face a 3-4 month recovery. I was always warmly greeted by the receptionists and medical staff and seen within minutes of arriving in the office. The SmartTherapy staff who I saw twice, once in the Barlow Bldg. and once at Sibley, was also very professional. The whole experience was very positive. God willing, sports injuries and winter weather don’t bring me back in the near future, but I will highly recommend Dr. Barth and the staff of WOSM to any of my friends who require extraordinary quality care.
Thank you all for all you do.
My first consultation with Dr. Starr was in the spring of 2008. I sought Dr. Starr because his reputation was such that I considered him one of the top spinal surgeons in the country. I met with Dr. Starr because I had had six back surgeries, and was still in tremendous pain. My pain was concentrated in my back, but also in both my legs which made it very difficult for me to walk.
Dr. Starr is not only an extraordinary surgeon, he is a wonderful person. He studied my MRIs and my X-rays, he talked with me at length, he took new X-rays, and he thought long and hard before giving me his opinion. He demonstrated tremendous compassion and empathy for where I stood, what I had been through to date, and what his best advice was to be. He communicates easily and well and readily explains anything that is asked of him. He exudes confidence by virtue of his extensive knowledge, expertise, and experience. After my first conversation with him I never wanted anyone else to operate again on my back. However, I was unable to have the benefit of Dr. Starr’s surgical expertise until my eighth surgery in May 2009. Following my consultation, I had two other doctors perform my seventh surgery which failed ten months later. To me Dr. Starr is nothing short of a hero. Although I still suffer some back pain caused largely by changes in barometric pressure, my hips and legs have zero pain, and my back, which is now fused from T11 – S1 (8 levels), is structurally sound and solid.
The office staff is an equally wonderful group of people. It is so refreshing to be greeted and tended to by such an intelligent, bright, cheerful, competent group of people. Each one makes the effort to know the patients, know who they are and what they need, and then they are able to quickly take care of them in a most effective way.
Washington Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine is a fabulous practice – it is definitely filled with the best and the brightest!