Expert Sports Medicine Orthopaedic SurgeonSpecializing In Shoulder, Knee & Elbow

Dr. Rudzki named one of Washingtonian’s 2025 Top Doctors

For over 15 years, Dr. Rudzki has been recognized among Washingtonian Magazine’s Top Doctors for excellence in Orthopedic Surgery.
Castle Connolly Top Doctor, 2025

For over 10 years, Dr. Rudzki has been recognized by Castle Connolly as one of America’s Top Doctors in Orthopedics.
Northern Virginia Magazine 2025 Top Doctor

Dr. Rudzki has been recognized as a Top Doctor in Northern Virginia for several years for both Orthopedics and Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation.
One of Bethesda Magazine’s 2025 Top Doctors

Dr. Rudzki has been recognized as a Top Doctor in Montgomery County & Upper DC for several years for Orthopaedic Surgery.

About Dr. Rudzki

Active in medical & surgeon education, Dr. Rudzki has taught residents from the George Washington University & Walter Reed Medical Centers for over 19 years and been recognized by the GW Resident Teaching Award. Dr. Rudzki serves as a consultant for medical device companies working on implant design and strategies to improve surgical techniques and patient care. This work has taken him from Ireland to Australia to Argentina and across the U.S. for collaborative interactions to teach and learn from experts around the world.

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Patient Testimonials What Our Patients are Saying

Dr Rudzki performed a total shoulder replacement on my right side in March 2022. I have had no problems with the shoulder. I am able perform the same tasks using my right arm as I am with the left arm.
Saw Dr Rudzki’s presentation at Sibley Hospital on shoulders and rotator cuffs and was impressed. Have seen him twice now and have appreciated his approach to considering PT before (and hopefully to avoid) surgery. He really seems to know his stuff.
Dr. Rudzki is a great surgeon, very caring and comprehensive. He replaced my right shoulder three years ago, and every thing's fine. I now go to him for periodic cortisone shots and now an NSAID-type shot for my right shoulder, to try to avoid replacement shoulder surgery on that left side.
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Cutting-Edge TreatmentsArthroscopic Shoulder Surgery

Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure using a high-definition fiberoptic camera through 1 cm incisions to repair tendons, ligaments, and cartilage as well as reconstruct the shoulder joint. Dr. Rudzki is actively engaged in work to improve arthroscopic technology, implants and techniques.

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Innovative SolutionACL Reconstruction

Surgical procedure to restore knee stability and optimize function after injury to the Anterior Cruciate Ligament through arthroscopic techniques, the best medical evidence, and collaboration with physical therapists to optimize outcomes.

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Research, Publications & LecturesContrast-enhanced ultrasound characterization of the vascularity of the rotator cuff tendon.

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Planning for
SurgeryPreparing physically and mentally is the key to achieving the best possible surgical outcome.

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Post-Operative
ProtocolsAdhering to these post-surgical instructions will help ensure a safe and steady recovery process.

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Non-Surgical
Rehabilitation PlansMany orthopedic issues can be effectively treated with a structured, conservative rehabilitation approach.

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