Welcome to Precision Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Leading Orthopedic, Podiatric, Pain Management, and Rehabilitation Specialists
Across Maryland and the DC Metro Region
A Practice Built Around the Patient
Founded in 2012 by Dr. Rishi Bhatnagar, Precision Orthopedics & Sports Medicine was established to provide expert orthopedic care to patients in Maryland. What began as a small practice has grown into one of Maryland and the DC region's most trusted multi-specialty orthopedic groups.
Today, with 18 locations spanning the region, we bring fellowship-trained, board-certified physicians directly to the communities that need them most, eliminating the need for long drives to major medical centers to access world-class orthopedic care. We also manage two outpatient surgical facilities, ensuring we can efficiently schedule and perform surgical procedures for our patients.
Our providers work alongside each patient to develop a tailored treatment plan that fits their needs, whether that means non-surgical rehabilitation, minimally invasive procedures, or complex reconstructive surgery. Every provider brings specialty expertise, ensuring you see the right provider for your care.
Our Specialties
Select a specialty to explore common symptoms, conditions, and treatment options offered by our team.
Elbow
From repetitive-strain injuries common in athletes and laborers to complex fractures and ligament tears, our specialists provide comprehensive care for the full spectrum of elbow conditions.
Learn More About Elbow Care →- Pain on the inner or outer side of the elbow
- Weakness when gripping or lifting
- Numbness or tingling in the ring & little fingers
- Swelling or tenderness at the elbow
- Stiffness or loss of range of motion
- Popping or locking sensation
- Repetitive stress
- Tennis elbow
- Golfer's elbow
- Cubital tunnel syndrome
- Bursitis, tendonitis, and sprains
- UCL / Tommy John injuries
- Biceps & triceps tendon tears
- Elbow fractures & dislocations
- Activity modification & bracing
- Physical therapy & strengthening
- Corticosteroid injections
- PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy
- Arthroscopic debridement
- UCL reconstruction (Tommy John surgery)
- Nerve decompression & transposition
- Fracture fixation
Foot & Ankle
Our foot and ankle specialists treat the full spectrum of conditions affecting mobility and daily function — from acute sports injuries to chronic degenerative conditions requiring reconstructive surgery.
Learn More About Foot & Ankle Care →- Pain or aching in the heel, arch, or ankle
- Swelling around the ankle or foot
- Difficulty walking or bearing weight
- Stiffness, especially in the morning
- Ankle giving way or feeling unstable
- Numbness, burning, or tingling in the toes
- Visible deformity or bony prominence
- Ankle sprains & chronic instability
- Achilles tendon tears & tendinopathy
- Plantar fasciitis
- Ankle arthritis
- Stress fractures
- Bunions
- Morton's neuroma
- Adult-acquired flatfoot deformity
- Custom orthotics & bracing
- Physical therapy & gait training
- Corticosteroid & PRP injections
- Achilles tendon repair
- Ankle arthroscopy
- Total ankle replacement
- Bunionectomy
- Fracture fixation
Hand & Wrist
Our fellowship-trained hand surgeons specialize in the intricate anatomy of the hand and wrist, treating conditions that affect grip strength, dexterity, and upper extremity function — from carpal tunnel to complex reconstruction.
Learn More About Hand & Wrist Care →- Numbness or tingling in the fingers
- Pain in the wrist, thumb, or hand
- Weak grip or dropping objects
- Finger catching, clicking, or locking
- Swelling or visible lump on the wrist
- Difficulty making a fist or straightening fingers
- Stiffness or loss of fine motor control
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Trigger finger & trigger thumb
- De Quervain's tenosynovitis
- Distal radius (wrist) fractures
- Ganglion cysts
- Dupuytren's contracture
- Finger fractures & dislocations
- Wrist & finger arthritis
- Splinting & conservative care
- Corticosteroid injections
- Carpal tunnel release
- Trigger finger release
- Tendon repair & reconstruction
- Wrist arthroscopy
- Fracture fixation
- Nerve repair & reconstruction
Hip
Hip pain can limit your most fundamental movements. Our surgeons offer both hip-preservation strategies and advanced replacement procedures, tailored to your age, activity level, and degree of joint involvement.
Learn More About Hip Care →- Deep groin or front-of-hip pain
- Pain that worsens with walking or climbing stairs
- Stiffness after sitting or in the morning
- Clicking, catching, or locking in the hip
- Pain on the outside of the hip or thigh
- Limping or difficulty bearing weight
- Reduced range of motion
- Hip osteoarthritis
- Labral tears
- Hip fractures
- Greater trochanteric bursitis
- Snapping hip syndrome
- Avascular necrosis (AVN)
- Hip flexor & muscle strains
- Physical therapy & core strengthening
- Anti-inflammatory medications
- Corticosteroid injections
- Hip arthroscopy
- Labral repair & reconstruction
- Partial & total hip replacement (anterior & posterior approach)
- Hip fracture fixation
Knee
The knee is the most commonly injured joint in the body. Our team provides state-of-the-art care, from ACL reconstruction for the competitive athlete to knee replacement for the active retiree, and everyone in between, at every stage of life.
Learn More About Knee Care →- Pain or swelling around the kneecap
- Knee buckling or giving way
- Popping or snapping at the time of injury
- Locking or catching during movement
- Stiffness or inability to fully straighten the knee
- Pain going up or down stairs
- Tenderness along the joint line
- ACL & PCL tears
- Meniscus tears
- Knee osteoarthritis
- Patellar tendonitis ("jumper's knee")
- MCL & LCL injuries
- Chondromalacia patella
- Patellar instability & dislocation
- IT band syndrome
- Bracing & activity modification
- Physical therapy & neuromuscular training
- Corticosteroid injections
- PRP injections
- Viscosupplementation injections
- ACL repair/reconstruction & PCL reconstruction
- Meniscus repair or partial meniscectomy
- Cartilage restoration procedures
- Partial & total knee replacement
Shoulder
Whether you're a throwing athlete, an overhead worker, or experiencing age-related degeneration, our shoulder specialists offer advanced surgical and non-surgical treatments to restore strength and full range of motion.
Learn More About Shoulder Care →- Pain when reaching overhead
- Nighttime shoulder pain that disrupts sleep
- Weakness when lifting or rotating the arm
- Shoulder feeling loose or slipping out of place
- Popping, clicking, or grinding sensation
- Progressive loss of range of motion
- Sharp pain at the top or front of the shoulder
- Rotator cuff tears (partial & full thickness)
- Shoulder impingement syndrome
- Labral tears (SLAP lesions)
- Shoulder instability & dislocation
- AC joint separation
- Biceps tendon pathology
- Adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder)
- Shoulder arthritis
- Physical therapy & rotator cuff strengthening
- Corticosteroid & PRP injections
- Rotator cuff repair (arthroscopic)
- Labral repair for instability
- Total & reverse total shoulder replacement
Spine, Back & Neck
Our spine, back & neck team features nationally recognized specialists who take a conservative-first approach, using the least invasive treatment necessary to relieve pain and restore function, from your neck to your lower back. If surgery is warranted, our team of experts in advanced interventional techniques will get you on the road to recovery safely and quickly.
Learn More About Spine, Back & Neck Care →- Neck or back pain
- Pain radiating into the arms or legs
- Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the extremities
- Difficulty standing or walking for long periods
- Stiffness or reduced spinal mobility
- Sharp pain with bending, lifting, or twisting
- Sciatica (shooting pain down the leg)
- Cervical & lumbar herniated discs
- Spinal stenosis
- Degenerative disc disease
- Sciatica
- Vertebral compression fractures
- Spinal deformity (scoliosis, kyphosis)
- Facet joint arthropathy
- Failed Back Surgery
- Epidural steroid injections
- Nerve root & facet joint blocks
- Radiofrequency ablation
- Minimally invasive discectomy
- Laminectomy & decompression
- Spinal fusion (TLIF, ALIF, XLIF)
- Spinal cord stimulation
- Peripheral nerve stimulation
- Intrathecal pain pumps
- SI joint fusion
- Kyphoplasty
Sports Medicine
From weekend warriors to elite competitors, our fellowship-trained sports medicine specialists provide comprehensive care for athletic and activity-related injuries, both surgical and non-surgical, helping patients of all ages and fitness levels return to the activities they love.
Learn More About Sports Medicine →- Pain or swelling after an athletic injury
- Joint instability or giving way
- Popping or snapping at the time of injury
- Overuse pain that worsens with activity
- Muscle weakness or reduced performance
- Recurring injuries in the same area
- ACL & ligament tears
- Meniscus tears
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Tendinopathy & overuse injuries
- Stress fractures
- Muscle & tendon strains
- Cartilage injuries
- Activity modification & bracing
- Physical therapy & sport-specific rehab
- Rotator cuff repairs
- Corticosteroid injections
- ACL reconstruction
- Arthroscopic surgery
- Cartilage restoration procedures
Joint Replacement
When conservative treatments are no longer providing relief, joint replacement can restore mobility, eliminate chronic pain, and dramatically improve quality of life. Our fellowship-trained surgeons operate at our top-rated Ambulatory Surgery Center (Charles Regional Surgical Center) in La Plata, MD, and several top hospitals in Maryland.
Learn More About Our Joint Replacement Team →
Knee Replacement
Recommended for patients with advanced knee arthritis or significant cartilage loss causing persistent pain, stiffness, and difficulty walking. Our surgeons use computer-assisted navigation and robotic-arm technology for precise implant positioning.
- Severe osteoarthritis of the knee
- Failed conservative treatments
- Partial or total knee arthroplasty
- Robotic-assisted surgery available
Hip Replacement
Designed to relieve debilitating hip pain from arthritis, fractures, or other degenerative hip conditions. Our anterior and posterior approach techniques allow for faster recovery and improved long-term function.
- Hip osteoarthritis or inflammatory arthritis
- Hip fractures in older adults
- Anterior & posterior approach options
- Rapid recovery protocols
Shoulder Replacement
For patients with end-stage shoulder arthritis or irreparable rotator cuff tears, shoulder replacement restores range of motion and eliminates pain. Both anatomic and reverse shoulder replacements are offered depending on the condition.
- Glenohumeral arthritis
- Irreparable rotator cuff tears
- Anatomic & reverse shoulder arthroplasty
- Post-fracture reconstruction
Fracture Care
Timely, expert fracture management is critical for proper healing and long-term function. Our surgeons provide comprehensive fracture care, from simple closed reductions to complex periarticular and periprosthetic reconstruction.
Learn More About Fracture Care →- Sudden, severe pain after an injury or fall
- Swelling, bruising, or visible deformity
- Inability to move or bear weight on the limb
- Tenderness or pain when touching the area
- Grinding or crunching sensation (crepitus)
- Gradual onset of pain with activity (stress fractures)
- Numbness or coldness below the injury site
- Wrist fractures
- Hip and leg fractures
- Ankle fractures
- Proximal humerus (shoulder) fractures
- Stress fractures
- Vertebral compression fractures
- Hand & finger fractures
- Clavicle fractures
- Closed reduction & casting / splinting
- Fracture fixation
- Intramedullary nailing
- External fixation
- Bone grafting & augmentation
- Periprosthetic fracture management
- Fracture rehabilitation & physical therapy
Physical & Occupational Therapy
Our integrated physical and occupational therapy program bridges the gap between diagnosis and full recovery. Individualized plans are developed in close collaboration with your surgeon to ensure a seamless continuum of care from the operating room to return-to-activity.
Learn More About Physical & Occupational Therapy →- Recent surgery
- Persistent pain after injury
- Stiffness or limited range of motion
- Muscle weakness or atrophy
- Difficulty with daily activities or work tasks
- Balance problems or fear of falling
- Swelling that limits movement
- Inability to return to sport or exercise
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Sports injury recovery
- Balance & proprioception training
- Pre-operative conditioning ("prehab")
- Return-to-sport progression
- Return-to-work (workers compensation)
- Occupational & functional rehabilitation
- Chronic pain management
- Manual therapy & joint mobilization
- Therapeutic exercise programs
- Neuromuscular re-education
- Ultrasound & electrical stimulation
- Kinesio taping
- Sport-specific functional training
- Individualized home exercise programs
Meet Our Leadership Team
The experienced leaders who guide Precision Orthopedics & Sports Medicine's clinical and strategic direction.
