Dr. Andrew Parker specializes in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery of the hip, shoulder, and knee with special interest in treatment of hip femoroacetabular impingement and labral tears. He enjoys the doctor-patient relationships that he has developed and is fascinated by the technical aspects of his specialty. Dr. Parker has presented at orthopedic conferences around the country and has extensive experience as team physician for professional and collegiate athletic teams. In his free time he enjoys basketball, racquetball, downhill skiing, cinema, and traveling.
Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, Dr. Andrew Parker was drawn to orthopedics out of a desire to help people of all ages regain lost function and return to the activities or sports they enjoy. After earning a BS in Biology and Chemistry from Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Dr. Parker returned to his hometown and graduated magna cum laude from medical school at the University of Louisville. He then moved to Chicago where he completed his internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at Northwestern University. Dr. Parker concluded his formal medical education by completing a fellowship in sports medicine at the Baylor Sports Medicine Institute in Houston, Texas.
Fascinated by the technical aspects of his specialty, Dr. Parker likes the challenges of the ever-changing field of orthopedics. He especially enjoys the doctor-patient relationships that he has developed because he feels most orthopedic patients are “motivated and proactive about their recovery.” Dr. Parker’s special interest areas include cartilage restoration surgery, adolescent and adult sports medicine, primary and revision arthroscopic and minimally invasive surgery, and shoulder joint replacement.
As an active and respected participant in many professional medical organizations, Dr. Parker has delivered numerous presentations and educational seminars at orthopedic conferences around the country. Currently, Dr. Parker serves as a team physician for the Washington Commanders. He also has significant experience in the area of sports medicine having cared for athletes from the Chicago Bears, Chicago Cubs, Chicago Blackhawks, and Northwestern University. Additionally, he served as team physician for D.C. United and he served as assistant team physician for the Houston Texans, Houston Astros, and the University of Houston while doing his fellowship.
As a former collegiate athlete, Dr. Parker maintains a personal interest in athletics and physical fitness and especially enjoys basketball, racquetball, downhill skiing, cinema, and traveling.
“Hands down a phenomenal physician! Dr. Parker repaired my ACL and meniscus. Prior to my surgery he provided a detailed account of the procedure, reinjury statistics, and recovery process. He is attentive, kind, compassionate, and an undeniable intellectual. He thinks of his patient as a whole, not just what is the short term outcome. He spends quality time with you at your visit making sure your questions are answered and you are empowered to make decisions. He makes you a part of your treatment plan. I would highly recommend Dr. Parker and his team to anyone that requires surgery. OrthoVirginia is an outstanding practice and Dr. Parker is an A++ physician.” – Keona L.
Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, Dr. Andrew Parker was drawn to orthopedics out of a desire to help people of all ages regain lost function and return to the activities or sports they enjoy. After earning a BS in Biology and Chemistry from Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Dr. Parker returned to his hometown and graduated magna cum laude from medical school at the University of Louisville. He then moved to Chicago where he completed his internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at Northwestern University. Dr. Parker concluded his formal medical education by completing a fellowship in sports medicine at the Baylor Sports Medicine Institute in Houston, Texas.
Fascinated by the technical aspects of his specialty, Dr. Parker likes the challenges of the ever-changing field of orthopedics. He especially enjoys the doctor-patient relationships that he has developed because he feels most orthopedic patients are “motivated and proactive about their recovery.” Dr. Parker’s special interest areas include cartilage restoration surgery, adolescent and adult sports medicine, primary and revision arthroscopic and minimally invasive surgery, and shoulder joint replacement.
As an active and respected participant in many professional medical organizations, Dr. Parker has delivered numerous presentations and educational seminars at orthopedic conferences around the country. Currently, Dr. Parker serves as a team physician for the Washington Commanders. He also has significant experience in the area of sports medicine having cared for athletes from the Chicago Bears, Chicago Cubs, Chicago Blackhawks, and Northwestern University. Additionally, he served as team physician for D.C. United and he served as assistant team physician for the Houston Texans, Houston Astros, and the University of Houston while doing his fellowship.
As a former collegiate athlete, Dr. Parker maintains a personal interest in athletics and physical fitness and especially enjoys basketball, racquetball, downhill skiing, cinema, and traveling.
“Hands down a phenomenal physician! Dr. Parker repaired my ACL and meniscus. Prior to my surgery he provided a detailed account of the procedure, reinjury statistics, and recovery process. He is attentive, kind, compassionate, and an undeniable intellectual. He thinks of his patient as a whole, not just what is the short term outcome. He spends quality time with you at your visit making sure your questions are answered and you are empowered to make decisions. He makes you a part of your treatment plan. I would highly recommend Dr. Parker and his team to anyone that requires surgery. OrthoVirginia is an outstanding practice and Dr. Parker is an A++ physician.” – Keona L.