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Dr. Matthew Oetgen, MD

Dr. Matthew Oetgen, MD

Pediatrics*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Matthew Oetgen, MD is a pediatrician in Washington, DC and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Dentistry in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as University of MD Capital Region Medical Center and Children's National Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Children's National Hospital

111 Michigan Ave NW Washington, DC 20010
Telehealth available
(888) 884-2327

Care Philosophy

"As division chief of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine at Children's National Hospital, Matthew Oetgen, MD, M.B.A., oversees Washington, D.C.'s most comprehensive program focused on the orthopaedic needs of children...."

- Dr. Matthew Oetgen, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Oetgen specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Oetgen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Oetgen

2.6
5 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 star
40%
40%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
60%
60%

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Would give zero stars if I could
This doctor is profoundly lazy and uninspired. He made zero effort trying to figure out the cause of my son's scoliosis. My son has another condition that is associated with gait abnormalities. No word about that and how to address this. My son has a restrictive diet that can impact bone growth. This doctor didn't ask about my son's diet or made recommendations. Didn't take an x-ray of the growth plates. Unbelievable.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Aug 28, 2024
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Waited 3 mos to see the doc but saw the PA instead. Dr. oetgen only showed up at the end for less than 3 minutes to deliver the diagnosis which was made by PA not the doc as he didn't listen to us and just stuck to what the PA told him.My son c/o left shoulder pain when he plays violin;the doc told him his deltoid & triceps is weak and to do push-ups.My son is in tennis tournament every other wknd that lasts for hours W/O any pain in shoulder.How can his 400 gram violin cause pain but not tennis
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Emily Hsu in Potomac, MD – Nov 09, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

As division chief of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine at Children's National Hospital, Matthew Oetgen, MD, M.B.A., oversees Washington, D.C.'s most comprehensive program focused on the orthopaedic needs of children. As a practicing orthopaedic...read more

biography

As division chief of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine at Children's National Hospital, Matthew Oetgen, M.D., M.B.A., oversees Washington, D.C.'s most comprehensive program focused on the orthopaedic needs of children. As a practicing orthopaedic...read more

  • Pediatrics

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  • Georgetown University School Of Dentistry

    Medical School, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Children's National Hospital

Children's National Hospital111 Michigan Ave NW Washington, DC 20010
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • University of MD Capital Region Medical Center

    901 Harry S Truman Dr N
    Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    75%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% lower than the national average

    69%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW
    Washington, DC 20010

  • MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW
    Washington, DC 20007
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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