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A. Brion Gardner, MD, FAAOS
Orthopedist
8525 Rolling Rd Suite 300 Manassas VA, 20110About
A Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Dr. Brion Gardner, MD, FAAOS is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician who diagnoses and treats patients at Prince William Orthopedics, Hand Surgery & Sports Medicine Center located in Manassas, Virginia. Furthermore, he is affiliated with Advanced Surgery Center of Bethesda, Novant Haymarket Medical Center, Novant Health Prince William Medical Center, and Reston Surgery Center. With over a decade of experience in the field, Dr. Gardner began his career in medicine when he graduated from Emory University School of Medicine with his medical degree. From there, he went on to attend the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland to complete his residency. From 2006 to 2010, he served in the military in North Carolina at the Navy Hospital of Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base. Just months prior to his discharge from the Navy, he volunteered to deploy in support of the Haitian earthquake relief. He spent 6 weeks in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, treating US/NATO beneficiaries. In order to provide all of his patients with the best care, Dr. Gardner currently specializes in arthroscopic surgery, fracture care, robotic assisted surgery, as well as war extremity injuries. A veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, he was the recipient of several military awards, such as the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for his care of critically wounded marines and navy sailors injured in Iraq and Afghanistan. Other accomplishments include being named Top Doctor in Northern Virginia Magazine in 2012, 2013, and 2016 and Top Doctor in The Washington Magazine in 2014. Furthermore, he is the recipient the Patients’ Choice Awards in 2013, 2014, and 2016, the Compassionate Doctor Awards in 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016, and the On-Time Doctor Awards in 2015 and 2016 from vitals.com. Dr. Gardner enjoys his work and is diligently trying to grow the practice. As an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Gardner has dedicated training and unique experience in the diagnosis and preoperative, operative, and postoperative treatment of diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system. To remain up to date with the latest advancements in his field, Dr. Gardner is a professional member of the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the National Medical Association, the Virginia Medical Society, the Society of Military Orthopedic Surgeons, and the Washington Orthopedic Society. On a more personal note, Dr. Gardner feels that his success is attributable primarily to his training and belonging to an established practice. When he is not working, he enjoys playing golf, big game hunting, deep sea fishing, running, cycling, and traveling.
Education and Training
Emory University School of Medicine
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A. Brion Gardner, MD, FAAOS's Expert Contributions
My brother has been diagnosed with tennis elbow. According to you what will be the best course of treatment?
A compressive strap and possibly a cortisone injection. READ MORE
How long does a ball socket surgery take to heal?
It depends which ball and socket surgery. A shoulder or hip. It also depends what type of surgery os being performed, whether it is for a fracture or for arthritis. READ MORE
I have accidentally put excess weight on my operated foot and it's now swollen. Please help.
I would recommend scheduling an appointment with the surgeon so he/she can check for postoperative complications. READ MORE
After a 10k run, I feel a slight swelling in my knee. What could it be?
It could be a cartilage injury in your knee or a meniscus injury. I recommend seeing an ortho for an X-ray and examination. READ MORE
Can frequent usage of ice packs after playing a sport cause any side effects?
If you put it directly on skin or for more than 30 min, you can possibly burn the skin. READ MORE
I think I dislocated my knee, and it is hurting a lot. What should I do?
You should see an ortho doc for an X-ray. Based upon findings, the next step can be recommended. READ MORE
Can joint pain be considered as a symptom for gout?
Yes it can. Most commonly gout is manifested as joint pain. READ MORE
Can a knee surgery help in relieving the pain due to arthritis?
Yes it can. The definitive treatment for pain related to arthritis that does not improve with therapy, anti-inflammatory medicines and cortisone injections is a knee replacement surgery. READ MORE
My baby had a fracture when he was 2 months old. Will it heal?
Yes, it should heal without a problem assuming he doesn't have an underlying medical condition that delays healing. READ MORE
My knee grinds when I climb stairs. What can be done?
It is possible you have arthritis in your knees and that is why you hear or feeling grinding on stairs. You should have xrays to evaluate if you do have arthritis Then a treatment plan can be made READ MORE
Recurring hip pain
It could be overuse injury meaning tendonitis of your hip flexors. Possibly an injury to the labrum in your hip. I would schedule an appointment to have an X-ray and examination. READ MORE
I have chronic knee pain
If you have documented arthritis on xray, continued pain despite having clean up surgeries, medications and injections AND you are having limitations to your activities then you may be a candidate for knee replacement surgery. READ MORE
Faculty Titles & Positions
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Internships
- National Naval Academy
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