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Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, David M. Perim, MD, FAAOS, specializes in spinal treatment at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA. He remains committed to helping men, women, and children recover from injuries and illness as soon as possible and restoring full physical function to the greatest extent possible. Dr. Perim offers superior orthopaedic care at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, with three locations in Silver Spring, GermanTown, and Rockville, Maryland.

Dr. Perim graduated from Georgetown University, where he also received his medical degree. He completed his medical residency at St. Mary’s San Francisco Orthopaedic Program before obtaining a fellowship from the Texas Back Institute. He specializes in both operative and conservative spine treatment. When surgical treatment is necessary, Dr. Perim focuses on minimally invasive procedures and ensures the best possible individualized care.

Dr. Perim treats a range of degenerative conditions, such as spinal stenosis, disc herniations, tumors, and trauma. He also helps children with stress fractures in the lower back, scoliosis, and other conditions. For spinal compression fractures, Dr. Perim can provide a minimally invasive special procedure called kyphoplasty when necessary.

Dr. Perim is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He also teaches fellow spine surgeons valuable minimally invasive surgical techniques and methods.

For Dr. Perim, the primary goal is to relieve pain and boost physical strength and confidence.

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For more than 25 years, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, Irvin A. Guterman, MD, FAAOS, has provided the highest caliber of orthopaedic care at the Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA, in the Washington, D.C., area. The renowned medical practice now has three locations in Silver Spring, GermanTown, and Rockville, Maryland.

Dr. Guterman specializes in sports medicine, general orthopaedics, total joint replacement surgeries, and injuries from work or motor vehicle accidents. He offers personalized, comprehensive, and state-of-the-art treatments for all knee conditions.

Dr. Guterman received his undergraduate degree from the George Washington University, where he also attended medical school, graduating in 1983. He finished an internship and general surgery training at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences before completing his orthopaedic surgery training in 1990, with a focus on total joint replacement, back and sports injuries, and trauma, at the University of Virginia Medical School, where he was also chief resident in orthopaedic surgery.

Dr. Guterman has also received a fellowship studying bone and joint abnormalities. His research has resulted in numerous publications, presentations, and awards.

As a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Dr. Guterman stays active in his field. He is president of the Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, and he is the CEO of the Piccard Surgery Center in Maryland.

Dr. Guterman’s overarching philosophy is to listen to each patient and understand the unique needs of every individual, provide compassionate care, and devise a personalized treatment plan to achieve optimal health.

Dr. Guterman resides with his beloved wife and their three sons in Potomac, Maryland. As dynamic members of the community, Dr. Guterman and his wife, Barbara, participate in numerous philanthropic endeavors and special needs youth-related groups and activities, including the Autism Speaks Bike to the Beach, KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now) Greater DC, and Bullis School Athletics.

Dr. Guterman is an avid cyclist, athlete, and runner. He’s especially interested in the prevention and treatment of sports-related injuries and the pivotal role of exercise in enhancing overall health and wellness.

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Victor Wowk, MD, FAAOS, MPH, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who has been an active member of the local orthopaedic community for over twenty-five years. He provides comprehensive orthopaedic care at the Rockville, Silver Spring, and Germantown, Maryland, locations of Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group PA. 

Dr. Wowk’s surgical expertise and interest are in sports medicine and arthritis of the knee. He performs arthroscopic surgery of the knee, total and partial knee replacement, and prosthetic knee revision surgery. Dr. Wowk is certified in computer-navigated total and partial knee replacement surgery as well as in cartilage preservation surgery. In addition, he offers non-operative treatments for knee arthritis.

Dr. Wowk is a Minnesota native and completed both his Bachelor of Science degree and his Master’s degree in Public Health at the University of Minnesota. As a student at the University, he was a state champion squash player. He completed his medical education at the Medical College of Wisconsin and received his orthopedic training at the University of Maryland. 

During his orthopaedic residency at the University of Maryland, Dr. Wowk received extensive training at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, where he also served as chief resident. Dr. Wowk went on to treat traumatic orthopaedic injuries at Suburban, Holy Cross Silver Spring, Washington Adventist, and Shady Grove Adventist hospitals for many years.

Following his residency training, Dr. Wowk completed a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania with Dr. Joseph Torg. He presented numerous scientific papers at national meetings during his postgraduate training. Dr. Wowk initially practiced orthopaedics in Central Pennsylvania, where he took care of the New York Mets and Seattle Mariners AAA affiliate teams before coming to the Washington, D.C. area in 1992.

Dr. Wowk is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and a Diplomat of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He holds membership with the Orthopedic Society of Sports Medicine and other state and local societies.

Dr. Wowk currently performs surgery at Shady Grove Hospital, Suburban Hospital, and Holy Cross Hospitals in Silver Spring and Germantown. In his free time, he enjoys swimming and is an avid gardener. Dr. Wowk also speaks Spanish, Ukrainian, and Russian.

David M. Smink, MD, FAAOS, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a special interest in sports injuries at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA, in Silver Spring, GermanTown, and Rockville, Maryland. He actively pursues the latest information and techniques in his field to bring his patients top-of-the-line, successful care.

Before joining the team at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group in 2005, Dr. Smink graduated with honors from Amherst College in Amherst, Massachusetts. There, he was captain and MVP of the hockey team. He also earned the Manstein Family Award for excellence in pre-medical studies and athletics. He then attended medical school at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland. There, he served as vice president of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honors Medical Society.

After finishing his education, Dr. Smink received specialty training in orthopaedic surgery as chief resident at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center in Chicago. Then, he moved to Massachusetts for a sports medicine fellowship at Harvard University Massachusetts General Hospital. It was during this fellowship that he was a team physician for the New England Patriots, the Boston Bruins, and the athletic teams at Harvard University.

At Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, Dr. Smink frequently treats athletic injuries for adults and youth. He often performs joint replacements and arthroscopic surgery of the knee and shoulder.

When he isn’t at any of the three clinics, Dr. Smink loves to coach youth hockey teams in the area.

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Samuel Sanders, MD, FAAOS, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA, in Silver Spring, GermanTown, and Rockville, Maryland. As a Maryland native, Dr. Sanders finds it important to serve athletes and others in his community with compassionate care and understanding.

Dr. Sanders has an extensive educational background. After graduating as valedictorian from Bullis School in Potomac, Maryland, he attended the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia for his undergraduate degree in the biological basis of behavior. Then, he moved to Washington, D.C., to attend medical school at The George Washington University School of Medicine.

After medical school, Dr. Sanders completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the prestigious Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City. During his time there, he had the unique opportunity to receive extensive training in trauma care and fractures at the R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore. After his residency, Dr. Sanders completed a fellowship in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine at the University of Buffalo in Buffalo, New York. There, he provided orthopaedic care to the Buffalo Sabres hockey team and the athletes at Buffalo State College.

At Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, Dr. Sanders frequently treats fractures and muscle and tendon injuries. He also provides joint injections and reconstructive surgeries and guides patients through physical therapy until they reach optimal mobility and health.

When he’s not in the office performing surgeries and joint-preserving treatments, Dr. Sanders provides care to athletes at high schools in his area. He’s been interviewed on programs such as ESPN 980 and NBC 4 News regarding sports-related injuries and their treatment and care.

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Korboi N. Evans, MD, MS, FAAOS, is an industrious and caring board-certified Orthopaedic surgeon and joint replacement specialist. Dr. Evans provides personalized Orthopaedic care at the Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, with three locations in Silver Spring, Germantown, and Rockville, Maryland. He specializes in sports medicine, robotic joint replacement, joint preservation surgery of the hip, knee, and shoulder, minimally invasive anterior hip replacement, and arthroscopic treatment of knee and shoulder injuries.

Dr. Evans received his undergraduate degree from the University of Akron in Ohio and completed his master’s degree and his medical degree at the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 2005. He completed his medical residency in 2011 at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington and in 2017, he received a fellowship from the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopaedics in Maryland, where he underwent advanced training in joint replacement surgery.

Dr. Evans has significant experience as an orthopaedic surgeon in both civilian and military settings. He deployed to Afghanistan where he served as commander of a forward surgical team and a combat support hospital.

At the Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Dr. Evans was closely involved in caring for wounded warriors returning from Afghanistan and Iraq — a unique experience that enhanced his medical practice and solidified his commitment to providing compassionate and comprehensive orthopaedic care. He is a proud advocate for veterans and military families.

Recognized for his hard work and contributions to the medical field, Dr. Evans has won several honors and awards. He has served as an assistant professor of surgery at the Uniformed Services University and published a number of valuable scientific articles related to the management of musculoskeletal conditions and the medical care of those injured in combat.

Dr. Evans is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and the Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Evans has extensive experience providing direct anterior hip replacements, robotic hip and knee replacements, platelet-rich plasma therapy, and more. He is highly adept in minimally invasive, muscle sparing anterior hip replacement to promote a faster and smoother recovery.

Dr. Evans incorporates the latest state-of-the-art technology in the form of robotics, computer navigation, and patient-specific instruments to ensure superior accuracy and results. For Dr. Evans, the patient always comes first.

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Karly Lorbeer, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon practicing at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA, with locations in Silver Spring, Germantown, and Rockville, Maryland. In addition to general orthopaedics, she specializes in the treatment of conditions of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. 

Dr. Lorbeer received her bachelor's degree from the University of Florida and her medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine. She then completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Following residency, Dr. Lorbeer underwent fellowship training in hand and upper extremity surgery at the University of Pittsburgh. 

Dr. Lorbeer specializes in operative and non-operative management of all conditions related to the hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, and shoulder, including injuries, arthritis conditions, nerve compression syndromes, and tendonitis. She looks forward to providing high-quality orthopaedic care to patients as part of the team at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA. 

Derek A. Kram, MD, FAAOS is a board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with extensive experience in General Orthopaedic Care, Knee Reconstruction and Sports Medicine. He has practiced for over twenty years at the Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA, with offices in Silver Spring, Rockville, and Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Kram provides a wide range of effective treatments, services and procedures. He specializes in knee replacement surgery, sports medicine, and arthroscopy of the knee and shoulder. He is a considerate and thorough Physician who spends time with each patient so that they can formulate an individualized treatment plan together in order to optimize the patient‘s outcome and recovery.

Dr. Kram graduated from Tufts University in Massachusetts in 1987 and the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York in 1991. He finished his residency at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York in 1996 before completing his fellowship in Knee Reconstruction and Sports Medicine at the Jewett Orthopaedic Clinic in Florida in 1997. During his fellowship, he acted as Assistant Team Doctor for the National Basketball Association’s Orlando Magic team, as well as the Assistant Team Doctor for the University of Central Florida’s football and basketball teams.

Dr. Kram has published multiple scientific articles and made presentations in general orthopaedics and the surgical treatment of arthritis. He also co-authored a textbook on the rehabilitation and treatment of fractures. Dr. Kram is an active member of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

With a special interest and passion for sports and sports medicine, Dr. Kram volunteers his time coaching children’s sports teams. He also earned a black belt in karate, competes in two softball leagues, and enjoys skiing, golf, and fitness activities. Dr. Kram shares a similar passion for music, and he is often found at concerts and other live music venues.

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Gabriel L. Petruccelli is an accomplished board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopy, sports medicine, shoulder replacements and general orthopaedics. Dr. Petruccelli joined  Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA in 2012, with three locations: Rockville, Silver Spring and  GermanTown, Maryland.

Dr. Petruccelli is a Maryland native, who graduated from The Heights School in Potomac, where he played basketball and soccer.

Dr. Petruccelli graduated from the George Washington University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science before receiving a certificate in Physiology at the Virginia Commonwealth University. He completed his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Barbados in 2006 before relocating to New York City to complete his Internship and Orthopaedic residency at New York Medical College-St. Vincent’s Catholic Medical Center/ Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center in 2011.

In 2012, Dr. Petruccelli relocated to the west coast to complete his fellowship with the San Diego Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine Fellowship. There he honed and specialized his skills within the field of sports medicine and open shoulder surgery.  Also, during his time there, he worked closely with Major League Baseball’s San Diego Padres. He also assisted the team physician for the San Diego State Aztecs. Given the opportunity to research, he published surgical technique videos for national orthopaedic society meetings that year.

Dr. Petruccelli has received the Top Doctors Washingtonian Magazine Award in 2017, 2018 & 2019. Since 2016, he has been the Section Chief of the Department of Orthopaedics at Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center.

Dr. Petruccelli supports the athletic programs as the team physician at Georgetown Preparatory School and supporting his high school alma mater, The Heights School. He also gives valuable educational talks throughout the community.

Dr. Petruccelli’s main focus is to help each individual get back to their normal daily life and activities as soon as possible with top quality and very personalized orthopaedic care. He takes great pride in listening to his patients and understanding their needs. He works closely with his carefully selected physical therapists to ensure a safe and quick rehabilitation protocol and recovery.

Outside of the medical office, Dr. Petruccelli values spending time with his wife and children. He also enjoys, exercise, music, travel and cutting hair.

Dr. Petruccelli is a member of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, AO Trauma, the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine.

Procedures/Special Interests

• Arthroscopic rotator cuff repairs
• Arthroscopic slap, labral and stability repairs
• Superior capsular reconstruction (Arthroscopic)
• Latarjet procedure
• Anatomic total shoulder replacements
• Reverse total shoulder replacements
• Arthroscopic ACL reconstruction
• OATS procedure
• Meniscus repair
• Proximal hamstring repair
• Achilles tendon repair
• Tendon and Ligament repairs
• Fractures
• General orthopaedics
• PRP (Platelet rich plasma) and HA (Hyaluronic Acid) injections

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Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, David M. Perim, MD, FAAOS, specializes in spinal treatment at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA. He remains committed to helping men, women, and children recover from injuries and illness as soon as possible and restoring full physical function to the greatest extent possible. Dr. Perim offers superior orthopaedic care at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, with three locations in Silver Spring, GermanTown, and Rockville, Maryland.

Dr. Perim graduated from Georgetown University, where he also received his medical degree. He completed his medical residency at St. Mary’s San Francisco Orthopaedic Program before obtaining a fellowship from the Texas Back Institute. He specializes in both operative and conservative spine treatment. When surgical treatment is necessary, Dr. Perim focuses on minimally invasive procedures and ensures the best possible individualized care.

Dr. Perim treats a range of degenerative conditions, such as spinal stenosis, disc herniations, tumors, and trauma. He also helps children with stress fractures in the lower back, scoliosis, and other conditions. For spinal compression fractures, Dr. Perim can provide a minimally invasive special procedure called kyphoplasty when necessary.

Dr. Perim is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He also teaches fellow spine surgeons valuable minimally invasive surgical techniques and methods.

For Dr. Perim, the primary goal is to relieve pain and boost physical strength and confidence.

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Victor Wowk, MD, FAAOS, MPH, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who has been an active member of the local orthopaedic community for over twenty-five years. He provides comprehensive orthopaedic care at the Rockville, Silver Spring, and Germantown, Maryland, locations of Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group PA. 

Dr. Wowk’s surgical expertise and interest are in sports medicine and arthritis of the knee. He performs arthroscopic surgery of the knee, total and partial knee replacement, and prosthetic knee revision surgery. Dr. Wowk is certified in computer-navigated total and partial knee replacement surgery as well as in cartilage preservation surgery. In addition, he offers non-operative treatments for knee arthritis.

Dr. Wowk is a Minnesota native and completed both his Bachelor of Science degree and his Master’s degree in Public Health at the University of Minnesota. As a student at the University, he was a state champion squash player. He completed his medical education at the Medical College of Wisconsin and received his orthopedic training at the University of Maryland. 

During his orthopaedic residency at the University of Maryland, Dr. Wowk received extensive training at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, where he also served as chief resident. Dr. Wowk went on to treat traumatic orthopaedic injuries at Suburban, Holy Cross Silver Spring, Washington Adventist, and Shady Grove Adventist hospitals for many years.

Following his residency training, Dr. Wowk completed a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania with Dr. Joseph Torg. He presented numerous scientific papers at national meetings during his postgraduate training. Dr. Wowk initially practiced orthopaedics in Central Pennsylvania, where he took care of the New York Mets and Seattle Mariners AAA affiliate teams before coming to the Washington, D.C. area in 1992.

Dr. Wowk is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and a Diplomat of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He holds membership with the Orthopedic Society of Sports Medicine and other state and local societies.

Dr. Wowk currently performs surgery at Shady Grove Hospital, Suburban Hospital, and Holy Cross Hospitals in Silver Spring and Germantown. In his free time, he enjoys swimming and is an avid gardener. Dr. Wowk also speaks Spanish, Ukrainian, and Russian.

For more than 25 years, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, Irvin A. Guterman, MD, FAAOS, has provided the highest caliber of orthopaedic care at the Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA, in the Washington, D.C., area. The renowned medical practice now has three locations in Silver Spring, GermanTown, and Rockville, Maryland.

Dr. Guterman specializes in sports medicine, general orthopaedics, total joint replacement surgeries, and injuries from work or motor vehicle accidents. He offers personalized, comprehensive, and state-of-the-art treatments for all knee conditions.

Dr. Guterman received his undergraduate degree from the George Washington University, where he also attended medical school, graduating in 1983. He finished an internship and general surgery training at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences before completing his orthopaedic surgery training in 1990, with a focus on total joint replacement, back and sports injuries, and trauma, at the University of Virginia Medical School, where he was also chief resident in orthopaedic surgery.

Dr. Guterman has also received a fellowship studying bone and joint abnormalities. His research has resulted in numerous publications, presentations, and awards.

As a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Dr. Guterman stays active in his field. He is president of the Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, and he is the CEO of the Piccard Surgery Center in Maryland.

Dr. Guterman’s overarching philosophy is to listen to each patient and understand the unique needs of every individual, provide compassionate care, and devise a personalized treatment plan to achieve optimal health.

Dr. Guterman resides with his beloved wife and their three sons in Potomac, Maryland. As dynamic members of the community, Dr. Guterman and his wife, Barbara, participate in numerous philanthropic endeavors and special needs youth-related groups and activities, including the Autism Speaks Bike to the Beach, KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now) Greater DC, and Bullis School Athletics.

Dr. Guterman is an avid cyclist, athlete, and runner. He’s especially interested in the prevention and treatment of sports-related injuries and the pivotal role of exercise in enhancing overall health and wellness.

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David M. Smink, MD, FAAOS, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a special interest in sports injuries at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA, in Silver Spring, GermanTown, and Rockville, Maryland. He actively pursues the latest information and techniques in his field to bring his patients top-of-the-line, successful care.

Before joining the team at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group in 2005, Dr. Smink graduated with honors from Amherst College in Amherst, Massachusetts. There, he was captain and MVP of the hockey team. He also earned the Manstein Family Award for excellence in pre-medical studies and athletics. He then attended medical school at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland. There, he served as vice president of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honors Medical Society.

After finishing his education, Dr. Smink received specialty training in orthopaedic surgery as chief resident at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center in Chicago. Then, he moved to Massachusetts for a sports medicine fellowship at Harvard University Massachusetts General Hospital. It was during this fellowship that he was a team physician for the New England Patriots, the Boston Bruins, and the athletic teams at Harvard University.

At Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, Dr. Smink frequently treats athletic injuries for adults and youth. He often performs joint replacements and arthroscopic surgery of the knee and shoulder.

When he isn’t at any of the three clinics, Dr. Smink loves to coach youth hockey teams in the area.

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Samuel Sanders, MD, FAAOS, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA, in Silver Spring, GermanTown, and Rockville, Maryland. As a Maryland native, Dr. Sanders finds it important to serve athletes and others in his community with compassionate care and understanding.

Dr. Sanders has an extensive educational background. After graduating as valedictorian from Bullis School in Potomac, Maryland, he attended the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia for his undergraduate degree in the biological basis of behavior. Then, he moved to Washington, D.C., to attend medical school at The George Washington University School of Medicine.

After medical school, Dr. Sanders completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the prestigious Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City. During his time there, he had the unique opportunity to receive extensive training in trauma care and fractures at the R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore. After his residency, Dr. Sanders completed a fellowship in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine at the University of Buffalo in Buffalo, New York. There, he provided orthopaedic care to the Buffalo Sabres hockey team and the athletes at Buffalo State College.

At Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, Dr. Sanders frequently treats fractures and muscle and tendon injuries. He also provides joint injections and reconstructive surgeries and guides patients through physical therapy until they reach optimal mobility and health.

When he’s not in the office performing surgeries and joint-preserving treatments, Dr. Sanders provides care to athletes at high schools in his area. He’s been interviewed on programs such as ESPN 980 and NBC 4 News regarding sports-related injuries and their treatment and care.

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Korboi N. Evans, MD, MS, FAAOS, is an industrious and caring board-certified Orthopaedic surgeon and joint replacement specialist. Dr. Evans provides personalized Orthopaedic care at the Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, with three locations in Silver Spring, Germantown, and Rockville, Maryland. He specializes in sports medicine, robotic joint replacement, joint preservation surgery of the hip, knee, and shoulder, minimally invasive anterior hip replacement, and arthroscopic treatment of knee and shoulder injuries.

Dr. Evans received his undergraduate degree from the University of Akron in Ohio and completed his master’s degree and his medical degree at the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 2005. He completed his medical residency in 2011 at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington and in 2017, he received a fellowship from the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopaedics in Maryland, where he underwent advanced training in joint replacement surgery.

Dr. Evans has significant experience as an orthopaedic surgeon in both civilian and military settings. He deployed to Afghanistan where he served as commander of a forward surgical team and a combat support hospital.

At the Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Dr. Evans was closely involved in caring for wounded warriors returning from Afghanistan and Iraq — a unique experience that enhanced his medical practice and solidified his commitment to providing compassionate and comprehensive orthopaedic care. He is a proud advocate for veterans and military families.

Recognized for his hard work and contributions to the medical field, Dr. Evans has won several honors and awards. He has served as an assistant professor of surgery at the Uniformed Services University and published a number of valuable scientific articles related to the management of musculoskeletal conditions and the medical care of those injured in combat.

Dr. Evans is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and the Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Evans has extensive experience providing direct anterior hip replacements, robotic hip and knee replacements, platelet-rich plasma therapy, and more. He is highly adept in minimally invasive, muscle sparing anterior hip replacement to promote a faster and smoother recovery.

Dr. Evans incorporates the latest state-of-the-art technology in the form of robotics, computer navigation, and patient-specific instruments to ensure superior accuracy and results. For Dr. Evans, the patient always comes first.

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Karly Lorbeer, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon practicing at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA, with locations in Silver Spring, Germantown, and Rockville, Maryland. In addition to general orthopaedics, she specializes in the treatment of conditions of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. 

Dr. Lorbeer received her bachelor's degree from the University of Florida and her medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine. She then completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Following residency, Dr. Lorbeer underwent fellowship training in hand and upper extremity surgery at the University of Pittsburgh. 

Dr. Lorbeer specializes in operative and non-operative management of all conditions related to the hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, and shoulder, including injuries, arthritis conditions, nerve compression syndromes, and tendonitis. She looks forward to providing high-quality orthopaedic care to patients as part of the team at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA. 

Derek A. Kram, MD, FAAOS is a board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with extensive experience in General Orthopaedic Care, Knee Reconstruction and Sports Medicine. He has practiced for over twenty years at the Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA, with offices in Silver Spring, Rockville, and Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Kram provides a wide range of effective treatments, services and procedures. He specializes in knee replacement surgery, sports medicine, and arthroscopy of the knee and shoulder. He is a considerate and thorough Physician who spends time with each patient so that they can formulate an individualized treatment plan together in order to optimize the patient‘s outcome and recovery.

Dr. Kram graduated from Tufts University in Massachusetts in 1987 and the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York in 1991. He finished his residency at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York in 1996 before completing his fellowship in Knee Reconstruction and Sports Medicine at the Jewett Orthopaedic Clinic in Florida in 1997. During his fellowship, he acted as Assistant Team Doctor for the National Basketball Association’s Orlando Magic team, as well as the Assistant Team Doctor for the University of Central Florida’s football and basketball teams.

Dr. Kram has published multiple scientific articles and made presentations in general orthopaedics and the surgical treatment of arthritis. He also co-authored a textbook on the rehabilitation and treatment of fractures. Dr. Kram is an active member of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

With a special interest and passion for sports and sports medicine, Dr. Kram volunteers his time coaching children’s sports teams. He also earned a black belt in karate, competes in two softball leagues, and enjoys skiing, golf, and fitness activities. Dr. Kram shares a similar passion for music, and he is often found at concerts and other live music venues.

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