What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.92
Average wait time
4.44
Bedside manner
4.91
“Dr. Petruccelli and his office were amazing. Because I'd made my appointment on ZocDoc after hours, it had not been confirmed and they actually did not have the slot, but they asked me what was going on and then found a way to see me right away. I could tell right away that he knew exactly what he was doing, had me diagnosed and was able to give me pain relief within 15 minutes. 10/10. Will gladly be back for my follow-up in a month!”
Jennifer B.April 9, 2026
“Great provider follow-up with the house PA, Alyssa. Thank you for seeing me.
I got further instructions on how to treat my condition and move forward. ”
Deborah W.January 20, 2026
About Dr. Gabriel Petruccelli
Dr. Petruccelli is a native Marylander with a special interest in sports medicine, particularly shoulder surgery. He graduated from The Heights School in Potomac, MD where he played basketball and soccer. He then attended The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. receiving his BS in Exercise Science. He continued his education with a post-baccalaureate program, receiving a Certificate in Physiology at Virginia Commonwealth University/Medical College of Virginia followed by receiving his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. Relocating to New York City, Dr. Petruccelli completed his surgical internship and orthopaedic residency at St. Vincent's Catholic Medical Center/Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center.
His interest in sports medicine and shoulder surgery brought him to San Diego, California where he completed his fellowship at San Diego Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine. There he worked closely with Major League Baseball's San Diego Padres. He also assisted the team physician for the San Diego State Aztecs. During his fellowship, Dr. Petruccelli published surgical technique videos for national orthopaedic society meetings.
Dr. Petruccelli’s orthopaedic practice allows his patients to get back to all types of activities and he enjoys seeing his patients return to their daily routines. He works closely with his physical therapists to ensure a safe rehabilitation protocol and recovery.
Dr. Petruccelli continues his interest in sports medicine by supporting the athletic programs at Georgetown Preparatory School and his high school alma mater, The Heights School. He is also involved in giving educational talks throughout the community.
In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He also enjoys exercise, travel, music and cutting hair (ask him about it!).
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Neck pain and spine problems
Shoulder arthroscopy/rotator cuff repair
Pain in joint
Arthritis
Lower back pain
Rotator cuff injury
Neck pain and spine problems
Shoulder arthroscopy/rotator cuff repair
Pain in joint
Arthritis
Office locations
1 of 3
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Education and training
- Medical School - Ross University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
- Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Center, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
- Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
- San Diego Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine (Fellowship)
- Saint Vincent's Catholic Medical Center, Internship in Surgery
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Arthroscopy Association of North America
- American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Awards and publications
- Section chief of Department of Orthopaedics - Shady Grove Medical Center - 2016-2018
- Top Doctors, Washingtonian Magazine 2017
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1255623690
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.92
Wait time
4.44
Bedside manner
4.91
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353 reviews
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Dr Petruccelli and his staff were courteous, efficient and very professional.
February 4, 2026Juan C L.Verified patient
Dr. Petrucelli is fantastic.
Kind, thorough and caring. He's a great provider.
December 9, 2025Thomas W.Verified patient
Dr Petruccelli and his staff were very efficient and knowledgeable. Glad I found them to help with my issues.
January 9, 2024Larry S.Verified patient
Dr Pettrucelli is excellent. Great communicator. Explains exactly what’s happening. Makes you feel well taken care of.
August 9, 2022Philip B.Verified patient
He’s amazing. He was able to diagnose the cause of my knee pain and the treatment plan he prescribed resolved my issues.
May 4, 2020Landzy T.Verified patient
Very friendly, excellent bedside manners and very knowledgeable. Best of all, very down to earth and easy to talk to.
March 9, 2021Benjamin M.Verified patient
Best doctor I’ve ever seen. What you hear about Dr Petrucelli is true. He is the greatest of all time.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very informative interaction- surgery & radiology details discussed & plans clearly articulated (pun intended).
More than 1 year agoJP
He will be doing a shoulder replacement. He was highly recommended and is very personal and caring.
May 3, 2023Ellen J.Verified patient
Appointment was fast and efficient! Loved the doctor and nurses. I was in and out in 20 minutes.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Straight and to the point. Was even able to have X-rays done on the same visit which was convenient.
September 6, 2018Adam S.Verified patient
I highly recommend this doctor. He really knows his stuff.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Fantastic visit, he was very professional and thorough. I was in and out within less than an hour
January 22, 2021Thomas M.Verified patient
Excellent doctor who addressed and treated my concerns quickly
February 27, 2025Jesse P.Verified patient
Doctor and staff were absolute professionals! Looking forward to my 6 week follow up.
June 8, 2023Sydney M.Verified patient
Dr. Petrucellii was very nice, polite, and had an overall positive appointment. Thanks.
March 21, 2022Karen G.Verified patient
Professionalism, patience, clear & comprehensive explanations, attention.
April 4, 2024Pjer S.Verified patient
Dr. Petuccelli is a brilliant, professional and caring doctor. I highly recommend him!
August 2, 2018Dominique C.Verified patient
Very knowledgeable. Takes the time to listen and works with patient preferences.
March 10, 2022Initials hidden
Awesome doctor will answer all your questions and put your mind at ease.
July 31, 2023Carolyn K.Verified patient
Doctor P treats the issue immediately with the best possible corse of treatment.
June 5, 2021Initials hidden
Nice staff, and the doctor knows his stuff. Quick turnaround time on the appt.
March 9, 2018Cindy S.Verified patient
Great- Dr. always so attentive, really listens to problem/pain & wants to help.
More than 1 year agoMS
Good environment and friendly atmosphere for all kind of patients ,
August 17, 2023Alphonce O.Verified patient
Very informative and explains symptoms, results and remedies in detail.
More than 1 year agoAlhagi J.Verified patient
Dr and staff very efficient and friendly. I would recommend.
July 31, 2023Joan G.Verified patient
personable doctor; provided options and recommendations and follow-up.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He is so caring and has been the best orthopedic Dr I have ever used
More than 1 year agoRochelle F.Verified patient
-Quick, detailed, compassionate, know what to expect, plan in place.
More than 1 year agoHL
I love Dr. P!!! So knowledgeable and super easy to talk too!!
October 1, 2020Karen B.Verified patient
Real professional. Spent a lot of time with me. Very thorough.
February 18, 2020John C.Verified patient
appointment confirmation is a tuff process. Great process.
June 1, 2021Harsha S.Verified patient
Very knowledgeable and competent, though a little brusque.
May 2, 2019Alex T.Verified patient
I loved how he spent time to explain treatment options.
June 14, 2021Jerry G.Verified patient
He was knowledgeable and took care of all my concerns.
March 25, 2021Diego Q.Verified patient
excellent bedside manner very helpful office staff
December 2, 2020Larry R.Verified patient
Dr. Petruccelli and his office were amazing. Because I'd made my appointment on ZocDoc after hours, it had not been confirmed and they actually did not have the slot, but they asked me what was going on and then found a way to see me right away. I could tell right away that he knew exactly what he was doing, had me diagnosed and was able to give me pain relief within 15 minutes. 10/10. Will gladly be back for my follow-up in a month!
April 9, 2026Jennifer B.Verified patient
Very nice doc. Highly professional.
Less than 3 months agoInitials hidden
Great provider follow-up with the house PA, Alyssa. Thank you for seeing me.
I got further instructions on how to treat my condition and move forward.
January 20, 2026Deborah W.Verified patient
Dr. Petrucelli did everything right. He provided me with an excellent exam and did x-rays right in the office. He explained everything I needed to know in a very clear and compassionate way. ?He listened intently to me and he asked me the questions that needed to be asked. ? Dr. Petrelli made me feel like I was the most important patient . He sincerely cared. ?
December 16, 2025Beverly L.Verified patient
This was my first visit seeing Dr. Petrocelli, and I had a wonderful experience. The office staff (Tanya) was wonderful, and Maeve, medicant assistant and the radiology tech provided professional, friendly, and attentive care. During this initial consultation, Dr. Petrocelli exhibited unparalleled knowledge and communicated a clear plan and next steps. His friendly and caring manner definitely instilled confidence in me and I look forward to continued care with him.
November 3, 2025Kathryn H.Verified patient
Really reduced my pain in my shoulder.
October 14, 2025Myra B.Verified patient
I made my original appointment on zoc doc. I was then called THREE times by the office staff to reschedule each subsequent appointment that they made due to them
Not knowing the schedule of the providers that THEY work for. Once I arrived at my 3rd corrected appointment by the providers office, I was not greeted by reception staff. They proceeded to have a conversation about Oreos and snacks, while I was standing there and still didn’t acknowledge me. I was rudely told that If I had an appointment I needed to sign in. Then I proceeded to get into a back and forth whether I had my appointment or not. The proceeded to ask me if I wanted to see the back specialist, when my appointment was for a wrist consultation. I was very displeased and will not be returning.
October 9, 2025Joanna H.Verified patient
The staff and doctor were very friendly
May 16, 2025Michelle K.Verified patient
Dr. Petrucelli runs a tight ship and knows what he his doing. There are no extracurriculars other than figuring out what is going on with your ailment and how best to treat it. I have full confidence in him and his team.
June 25, 2024Edward G.Verified patient
Lovely place to visit and very helpful .
June 6, 2024Alphonce O.Verified patient
The doctor was highly professional and extremely knowledgeable. He has great people skills and knows how to put his patients at ease.
February 9, 2024Waclawa K.Verified patient
I had a very good experience. Staff is friendly but efficient. The office is clearn. The doctor provdied a careful examination and a thorough explanation of the results.
January 27, 2024Donald E.Verified patient
Very friendly and professional
November 2, 2023Richard L.Verified patient
Dr.Petrocelli is friendly and makes you feel comfortable. Most importantly, he is attentive and listened carefully. His staff receives patients with a smile, they are professional and caring. I definitely recommend his office in Germantown. Thank you, Dr. Petrocelli!
October 26, 2023Maria G.Verified patient
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Where is Dr. Gabriel Petruccelli's office located?
Dr. Gabriel Petruccelli has 3 office locations, including in Germantown, Silver Spring, and Rockville, view full addresses on Dr. Petruccelli's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gabriel Petruccelli have?
Dr. Gabriel Petruccelli is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Gabriel Petruccelli?
Dr. Gabriel Petruccelli frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Hand Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Gabriel Petruccelli on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Gabriel Petruccelli speak?
Dr. Gabriel Petruccelli speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Gabriel Petruccelli in reviews?
353 patients have reviewed Dr. Gabriel Petruccelli. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.92/5. They have a 4.91/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.44/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.