Dr. Stephen Rockower, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
402.9 mi · 9701 New Church Street, Suite D, Damascus, MD 20872
At a glance
4.69 stars (90 reviews)
94% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 39 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Temple University, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Capitol Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, LLC
2 office locations
4.69
90 reviews
Bedside manner
4.7
Wait time
4.2
Recent reviews
Very pleasant and understood my issues. I have visited several doctors for the same issue, and Dr. Rockower was the first doctor to patiently listen to my issues and provide me with wonderful advice and recommendations. Very nice experience and professional greeting from the front desk to checking out.
December 6, 2016Damon P.Verified patient
Dr. Rockower was very patient and professional. He took time with me and asked alot of questions to help evaluate my problem. He is genuinely concerned about my care and how I will heal. He recommended options to hasten my recovery. I feel very comfortable and confident that he will do his best to help me recover.
September 2, 2016Ernie F.Verified patient
Office locations
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Capitol Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, LLC
394.9 mi · 9701 New Church Street, Suite D, Damascus, MD, 20872
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Capitol Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, LLC
402.9 mi · 6000 Executive Blvd, Suite 510, Rockville, MD, 20852
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Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
Popular visit reasons
Arthroscopy
Degenerative Disease
Foot Problems
Hand Problems
Orthopedic Consultation
Spine Deformation / Scoliosis
Sports Injury
X-ray
Arthroscopy
Degenerative Disease
Foot Problems
Hand Problems
More about Dr. Stephen Rockower, MD
Stephen J. Rockower, MD grew up outside Philadelphia and graduated from Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA. He received his MD from Temple University in Philadelphia, and did his Internship and Residency in Orthopaedics at George Washington University, finishing his Chief Residency at George Washington and the Washington Hospital Center.
He specializes in Joint Replacements, including Partial Knee Replacements (or UniCondylar Replacements) and Reconstructive Surgery, and treats injuries of all age groups. His practice started in Silver Spring, and has migrated to Rockville by way of Bethesda.
He is President of MedChi, the Medical Society of the State of Maryland, and has served in numerous capacities on the State level, including Treasurer, Co-Chair of the Legislative Committee, Chair of the Computer Committee, and Co-Chair of the Operations Council.
He was President of the Montgomery County Medical Society from 2006 to 2007, again from 2014 to 2015, and still serves on their Executive Board. He has also served as Chair of Orthopaedics at Suburban Hospital, and as Chair of the Emergency Room Committee at Holy Cross Hospital.
Dr. Rockower recently celebrated his 44th wedding anniversary to Ann Sablosky, an attorney specializing in commercial real estate transactions. They have 3 children: a graduate in Public Diplomacy from the University of Southern California, formerly living in India (now in Morocco and elsewhere around the world), a nurse at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, and a medical student at the Medical University of South Carolina. He is a multiple Washingtonian Magazine "Top Doctor" and a nationally recognized "Top Doctor".
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Temple University, Doctor of Medicine
George Washington University (Internship)
George Washington University, Residency in Orthopedics
Practice
Capitol Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, LLC
Affiliation
Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Professional memberships
Montgomery County Medical Society
MedChi, the Maryland State Medical Society
American Medical Association
Awards and publications
Washingtonian Magazine "Top Doctor"
Board Member and Treasurer of MedChi, the Maryland State Medical Society
Former Chair of Orthopaedics at Suburban Hospital
Laughlin Award for Outstanding Officer - MCMS
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1164480349
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.69
Wait time
4.21
Bedside manner
4.68
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Dr. Rockower is always professional and courteous. He is the best when it comes to knowing his area of expertise.
January 17, 2014Initials hidden
The staff and Dr. Rockower are always courteous and professional. Dr. Rockower has and is an excellent surgeon.
February 8, 2013Joan S.Verified patient
It went very well. I would highly recommend Dr. Rockower. He was very friendly, pleasant, and "laid back".
October 30, 2015Margie R.Verified patient
Dr. Rockower is the best! He has always been honest and upfront in providing me the best care possible.
January 4, 2013Joan S.Verified patient
He did not like the fact I had Medicaid and asked me for my condition because I had Medicare also.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He is really professional. He figured out the problem right away, and knows what the best way is.
September 19, 2013Initials hidden
Good , knowledgeable doctor! He answered all my questions and the treatment is right on? ??
September 29, 2016Maria L.Verified patient
Love the new online appointment system, and Dr. Rockower was excellent!!!
More than 1 year agoErica L.Verified patient
Good rapport, felt good about diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
August 25, 2012Alan N.Verified patient
Outstanding doctor. Very knowledgeable. Excellent bedside manner.
September 24, 2013Sean M.Verified patient
professional, but personable
made the diagnosis right away
July 13, 2013Initials hidden
he is an excellent physician, very pleasant and knowledgeable
April 11, 2013Penny D.Verified patient
I was extremely pleased with my visit with Dr. Rockower.
April 12, 2013Joan S.Verified patient
I am happy to have found such a wonderful doctor!
August 15, 2013Linda C.Verified patient
confrontational/condescending
waited over an hour
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very pleasant and understood my issues. I have visited several doctors for the same issue, and Dr. Rockower was the first doctor to patiently listen to my issues and provide me with wonderful advice and recommendations. Very nice experience and professional greeting from the front desk to checking out.
December 6, 2016Damon P.Verified patient
Friendly and knowledgeable
September 30, 2016Eddie L.Verified patient
Dr. Rockower was very patient and professional. He took time with me and asked alot of questions to help evaluate my problem. He is genuinely concerned about my care and how I will heal. He recommended options to hasten my recovery. I feel very comfortable and confident that he will do his best to help me recover.
September 2, 2016Ernie F.Verified patient
Excellent. Answered all my questions. Listened and took the time to explain everything. Made sure I had the info I needed to make my decisions. Very patient oriented.
July 26, 2016Mary Lou B.Verified patient
I got there really early so I waited longer, however if I had gotten there at the appointed time my wait would have been right away. The people there were very nice. Dr. Rockower was nice and answered all my questions. He was very complete in his evaluation of my condition and gave me several options to try before jumping in and saying that I needed to have surgery. I have a follow-up appointment to gage my progress.
June 21, 2016Raymond S.Verified patient
Nice staff, professional and effective
November 5, 2015Dick F.Verified patient
I had hip replacement surgery, and the result has been perfect restoral of the hip. I like the way Dr. Rockower conducts his business - always quick and willing to explain things.
More than 1 year agoCharles K.Verified patient
I have absolutely no complaints with my office visit today with Dr. Rockower. He has been my surgeon for over 25+ years and I always know what to expect with my treatment and care. He takes his time with his patients and listens to what they tell him about their cases. He's spot on with diagnosing the problems and the care is excellent.
April 24, 2015Joan S.Verified patient
He was alright .Very nice doctor
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
very nice doctor. very knowledgeable. thank you!
July 16, 2014Kimberly T.Verified patient
excellent.
I will be using their services again
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Efficient and productive, and personable on top
August 5, 2014Donna C.Verified patient
I liked the office. Dr. Rockower was very personable. I was satisfied with the explanation of my diagnosis. He is a bit pricey, but if you're frustrated with other doctor's, he is worth it.
May 17, 2014Initials hidden
This online system is very convenience. Most paper work can be taken before first visting, that's also excellent. Office is very clean and staffs are kind.
March 31, 2014Initials hidden
Very unprofessional. Made inappropriate joke that intimidated me. He prescribed me a cast that I could not even wear for 5 minutes due to the nature of my injury. I was very disappointed with this visit, with the doctor, and the money I paid basically for nothing + for the very bad sense of humor.
June 19, 2014Initials hidden
If you add an information about parking fees and it will be perfect, because the fact of parking payment was un unpleasant suprise for us.
May 13, 2014Oleg D.Verified patient
Timely, thorough exam of my knee by Dr. Rockower. Listened to my pain issue, my concerns and recommended a great action plan for recovery.
More than 1 year agoGarrett W.Verified patient
Well, I don't like how the office insisted I have x-ray for my knee before even seeing the doctor. I felt it was unnecessary radiation. If the Dr. had seen me first, and talked to me, he wouldn't not of ordered x-ray. Not only that, I didn't even get to see the x-ray with any explanation. The Dr. suggested physical therapy and to go back later if I still have pain and then he may ordered an MRI. Dr. was nice.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I was very pleased with the news that my partial knee replacement is doing great after the 1 year anniversary of the surgery.
January 13, 2014Joan S.Verified patient
I was offended by the way he treated me.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Rockower is always friendly and professional and there is no second guessing when it comes to him diagnosing an injury. I came away feeling better knowing that I did not have to have surgery at this time.
December 27, 2013Initials hidden
My visit with the Dr. was excellent. I did not have to wait a long time in the waiting room and was seen right away. The Dr. listened to to what my concerns where and was very attentive. I will defifintly go visit him again.
January 30, 2014Initials hidden
Dr. Rockower is always professional and courteous to his patients, as well as his attention to details has always been excellent. My recovery has been a smooth one and the reason for this is because Dr. Rockower took the time to sit down with me and explain everything about my condition and what he would be doing during the surgery and what to expect during recovery.
March 8, 2013Joan S.Verified patient
I am a return patient and have nothing but the utmost respect for Dr. Rockower. I always know that I am in good hands when he performs surgery on me.
I alway arrive early so that no one has to wait on me to come into the office. The staff is outstanding!
December 18, 2012Joan S.Verified patient
Very nice thank you!
September 25, 2012Initials hidden
Very good + right to the point.
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Which hospital is Dr. Stephen Rockower affiliated with?
Dr. Stephen Rockower is affiliated with Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Stephen Rockower work with?
Dr. Stephen Rockower works with Capitol Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, LLC.
Where is Dr. Stephen Rockower's office located?
Dr. Stephen Rockower has 2 office locations, including in Rockville and Damascus, view full addresses on Dr. Rockower's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Rockower have?
Dr. Stephen Rockower is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Stephen Rockower?
Dr. Stephen Rockower frequently sees patients for Hand Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, Spine Deformation / Scoliosis , Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Stephen Rockower on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Stephen Rockower speak?
Dr. Stephen Rockower speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Stephen Rockower in reviews?
90 patients have reviewed Dr. Stephen Rockower. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.69/5. They have a 4.68/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.21/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.