J. Stuart Melvin, MD

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Leading Orthopaedic Surgeon Washington, DC

Dr. Melvin is widely regarded as an expert in the field of hip and knee replacement. His advanced fellowship training and detailed patient-centered approach place him among the leading hip and knee replacement surgeons in the Washington, DC area.
Anterior Hip Replacement

The anterior approach to hip replacement or “minimally invasive tissue sparing approach”, provides numerous advantages over traditional approaches to hip replacement. Dr. Melvin has a wealth of experience in performing primary and revision hip replacment through the anterior approach.
Custom Partial & Total Knee Replacement

Fellowship trained in knee replacement, Dr. Melvin is well-versed in the latest techniques for the treatment of knee arthritis including custom partial and total knee replacement in which the components are individually sized and shaped to fit the patient’s unique anatomy.
Outpatient Joint Replacement

For selected patients, out-patient joint replacement can be safely performed to offer a faster recovery, lower costs and improved outcomes. Schedule an appointment to discuss whether you are a candidate.
Well Respected In His Field

As a leading Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dr. Melvin has published numerous journal articles and book chapters, presented at national and regional meetings and continues to conduct research to advance the field.

Patient Testimonials

Anne Emmet | September 19, 2018

Dr. Stuart Melvin is absolutely the best, as far as I’m concerned! He corrected a previous hip operation by another doctor which had gone bad. I had been in significant pain and quite disabled for a year and a half as a result. His bedside manner is extremely caring and warm. My children travelled to Washington to meet him as they were apprehensive of my having another surgery.. They met Dr....
Robert Jackson | September 11, 2018

My experience was great, everything from the start to the finish was explained to me in full. I have nothing but high regards for Dr. Melvin and his team. I am spreading the word to everyone about Dr. Melvin, he works wonders, I haven't felt this good in years. Thank you Dr. Melvin and team I really appreciate everything you have done for me.
Katherine Mohan | September 08, 2018

Dr. Melvin's care was life changing for me. He recommended bilateral hip replacement which many thought was not possible. But I am so happy I followed his advice. He explained everything thoroughly and was immediately responsive to any questions I had following surgery. And everything happened just as he described. I can't thank or recommend him enough.
Susie M | August 22, 2018

Dr Melvin was absolutely fantastic! I had an unplanned hip replacement due to a fall. He was calm, professional and very kind. He listened to our concerns and responded so confidently and compassionately that I was totally comfortable with moving forward with surgery. After the surgery, he had an daily email with a place to ask questions, daily exercises and information about what to expect. This ...
Janice P | August 22, 2018

I had a great experience with Dr. Melvin. He was thorough and explained in detail my many concerns. He was well worth the 3 hour round trip travel.