

Orthopaedics
Joseph Letzelter, M.D. ON 05/2012
Orthopaedic Surgery, Surgery of the Hand
Fairfax, VA
Joseph P. Letzelter, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a subspecialty focus in hand and upper extremity surgery, treating conditions affecting the hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders in pediatric patients. He primarily serves children and adolescents from birth to 20 years old, managing congenital deformities, traumatic injuries, fractures, nerve compressions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, tendon disorders, and sports-related upper extremity injuries common in young athletes.
14+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery (ABMS)
- Surgery of the Hand (ABMS)
Education & Training
- Residency: Unknown Institution (Orthopaedic Surgery, 2012-2017)
- Fellowship: Hospital for Joint Diseases (Hand and Upper Extremities, 2017)
Peer Recognition
2023-2024 (2 years)
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Hand & Upper ExtremityPediatric Orthopaedics
Conditions & Treatments
Hand & Upper ExtremityPediatric OrthopaedicsHand FracturesWrist SurgeryScoliosis
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital
- Virginia Hospital Center
- Inova Fair Oaks Hospital
- Inova Alexandria Hospital
- Anderson Lucchetti Womens and Childrens Center
Languages
English
Experience
14+ years in practice