Kevin A. Pinkos, DO, FAAOS, FAAHKS

Specialties

OrthoVirginia Offices

Dr. Kevin Pinkos is a board-certified and fellowship-trained hip and knee replacement specialist.  Before making the transition to OrthoVirginia, he spent almost 16 years on active duty in the U.S. Navy, including serving as the Chair of the Navy’s largest Department of Orthopedic Surgery.  He remains a Navy Reservist, and as a long-time resident of Hampton Roads, especially enjoys taking care of current and former military service members, their families, and all affiliated with the DoD.  As a joint replacement subspecialist, Dr. Pinkos finds it most rewarding to be able to give patients their quality of life back, allowing them to return to the activities that they enjoy most.  In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and 3 children, including volunteering at the kids’ sporting events.  He also enjoys cycling, hiking, fishing, golf and participating in triathlons.

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Education & Training

  • New England Baptist Hospital, fellowship in adult reconstructive surgery, 2017
  • Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, orthopedic surgery residency, 2014
  • U.S. Navy Flight Surgeon, 2007-2010
  • National Naval Medical Center, orthopedic surgery internship, 2007
  • Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, 2006
  • Lehigh University, Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology, 1999

Certifications

  • Board-certified in orthopedic surgery

ABOS board certified in orthopedic surgery

Hospital & Team Affiliations

  • Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
  • Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

Organizations & Awards

  • Armed Forces Service Medal, July 2020
  • Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medal, June 2016
  • Overseas Service Ribbon, July 2014–July 2016
  • 2 Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medals, August 2014 and June 2010
  • Sigma Sigma Phi – national osteopathic medical honor society (Osteopathic counterpart to Alpha Omega Alpha)
  • Merck & Co. Award of Excellence for implementation of e*Docs pilot program
  • American Association of Hip & Knee Surgeons
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Society of United States Naval Flight Surgeons
  • Sigma Sigma Phi National Osteopathic Medicine Honor Society
  • Voted Top Doctor by Coastal Virginia Magazine, 2024

Patient Testimonials

“I am currently 67 years old and have had a few knee surgeries in the past…a repair of my right knee [2 ligaments torn], a right knee replacement and a microdisectomy that left me with foot drop in my left leg. I found myself with major restrictions even after following all the doctor post-op orders to the best of my ability.

I finally found myself needing a left knee replacement after 30 years of making that left side do all the work.

I live in NC so I researched NC and VA for a surgeon and found Dr. Pinkos. His military experience of roughly 1500 procedures as well as his calming demeanor was exactly what I needed. There are quite a few surgeons with more experience and phenomenal reputations but I felt Dr. Pinkos was the one for me.

He understood my entire situation and all the issues that had brought me to where I was. The left knee replacement went exactly as he described. I was up in no time, tossed crutches in a matter of a few days and rehab was a breeze.

I would select Dr. Pinkos and his staff without any hesitation. He is not the most famous of the OrthoVirginia surgeons but he is the best in my book!” – Mark

“Dr. Pinkos was attentive, listened to my hip concern, asked appropriate questions and gave me feedback to help alleviate/lessen the pain that I feel. The medication that he prescribed has reduced the sharpness of my pain and the exercises he suggested will hopefully aid in reducing the constant ache. I was glad that he gave me hope to move on, no other doctor has presented that opportunity before.”

“Dr. Pinkos is the most professional MD I have ever had. Great bedside manner. Very informative. Took his time to explain all options of care. I am more than pleased to have had him as my doctor.”

“I cannot say enough about Dr. Pinkos. He is very knowledgeable about his subject, while at the same time being down to earth and friendly. I have complete confidence in his care and have recommended him to others. Will be scheduling my husband to see him as well.”

“Dr. Pinkos is amazing. I am so happy I had my hip replacement surgery. I feel better than I have in several years. He explained to me exactly what was going to happen and I was thrilled with the outcome.”

“Dr. Pinkos was very professional, very caring, and very concerned. He put my mind at ease. He explained everything. He went through everything. His demeanor is wonderful. I would recommend him to anybody who had to have a hip replacement surgery. He is top-notch in my book. He is the man.”

Treatments

  • Geriatric orthopedics – fragility fracture care
  • Minimally invasive total hip replacement
  • Minimally invasive total knee replacement
  • Non-operative avascular necrosis (osteonecrosis) treatment
  • Non-operative foot and ankle treatments
  • Non-operative general – bony stress reactions/stress fractures treatment
  • Non-operative hand and wrist arthritis treatments
  • Non-operative hand fracture treatment
  • Non-operative knee arthritis treatment
  • Non-operative mensical tear treatment
  • Non-operative muscle strain treatment
  • Non-operative patellar tendonitis treatment
  • Non-operative runner’s knee (chondromalacia patella) treatment
  • Non-operative wrist fracture treatment
  • Non-operative wrist tendonitis treatment
  • Osteoarthritis treatment
  • Partial (unicondylar) knee replacement
  • Periprosthetic fracture care
  • Revision hip surgery
  • Revision knee surgery
  • Robotic arm assisted joint replacement
  • Robotic arm assisted knee replacement (Makoplasty)
  • Total hip replacement
  • Total joint replacement
  • Total knee replacement

Video: 5 Things to Know About Dr. Pinkos

Video: Non-Surgical and Surgical Treatment for Hip and Knee Arthritis

Video: Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery

  • New England Baptist Hospital, fellowship in adult reconstructive surgery, 2017
  • Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, orthopedic surgery residency, 2014
  • U.S. Navy Flight Surgeon, 2007-2010
  • National Naval Medical Center, orthopedic surgery internship, 2007
  • Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, 2006
  • Lehigh University, Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology, 1999

Certifications

  • Board-certified in orthopedic surgery

ABOS board certified in orthopedic surgery

  • Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
  • Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

  • Armed Forces Service Medal, July 2020
  • Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medal, June 2016
  • Overseas Service Ribbon, July 2014–July 2016
  • 2 Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medals, August 2014 and June 2010
  • Sigma Sigma Phi – national osteopathic medical honor society (Osteopathic counterpart to Alpha Omega Alpha)
  • Merck & Co. Award of Excellence for implementation of e*Docs pilot program
  • American Association of Hip & Knee Surgeons
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Society of United States Naval Flight Surgeons
  • Sigma Sigma Phi National Osteopathic Medicine Honor Society
  • Voted Top Doctor by Coastal Virginia Magazine, 2024

“I am currently 67 years old and have had a few knee surgeries in the past…a repair of my right knee [2 ligaments torn], a right knee replacement and a microdisectomy that left me with foot drop in my left leg. I found myself with major restrictions even after following all the doctor post-op orders to the best of my ability.

I finally found myself needing a left knee replacement after 30 years of making that left side do all the work.

I live in NC so I researched NC and VA for a surgeon and found Dr. Pinkos. His military experience of roughly 1500 procedures as well as his calming demeanor was exactly what I needed. There are quite a few surgeons with more experience and phenomenal reputations but I felt Dr. Pinkos was the one for me.

He understood my entire situation and all the issues that had brought me to where I was. The left knee replacement went exactly as he described. I was up in no time, tossed crutches in a matter of a few days and rehab was a breeze.

I would select Dr. Pinkos and his staff without any hesitation. He is not the most famous of the OrthoVirginia surgeons but he is the best in my book!” – Mark

“Dr. Pinkos was attentive, listened to my hip concern, asked appropriate questions and gave me feedback to help alleviate/lessen the pain that I feel. The medication that he prescribed has reduced the sharpness of my pain and the exercises he suggested will hopefully aid in reducing the constant ache. I was glad that he gave me hope to move on, no other doctor has presented that opportunity before.”

“Dr. Pinkos is the most professional MD I have ever had. Great bedside manner. Very informative. Took his time to explain all options of care. I am more than pleased to have had him as my doctor.”

“I cannot say enough about Dr. Pinkos. He is very knowledgeable about his subject, while at the same time being down to earth and friendly. I have complete confidence in his care and have recommended him to others. Will be scheduling my husband to see him as well.”

“Dr. Pinkos is amazing. I am so happy I had my hip replacement surgery. I feel better than I have in several years. He explained to me exactly what was going to happen and I was thrilled with the outcome.”

“Dr. Pinkos was very professional, very caring, and very concerned. He put my mind at ease. He explained everything. He went through everything. His demeanor is wonderful. I would recommend him to anybody who had to have a hip replacement surgery. He is top-notch in my book. He is the man.”

  • Geriatric orthopedics – fragility fracture care
  • Minimally invasive total hip replacement
  • Minimally invasive total knee replacement
  • Non-operative avascular necrosis (osteonecrosis) treatment
  • Non-operative foot and ankle treatments
  • Non-operative general – bony stress reactions/stress fractures treatment
  • Non-operative hand and wrist arthritis treatments
  • Non-operative hand fracture treatment
  • Non-operative knee arthritis treatment
  • Non-operative mensical tear treatment
  • Non-operative muscle strain treatment
  • Non-operative patellar tendonitis treatment
  • Non-operative runner’s knee (chondromalacia patella) treatment
  • Non-operative wrist fracture treatment
  • Non-operative wrist tendonitis treatment
  • Osteoarthritis treatment
  • Partial (unicondylar) knee replacement
  • Periprosthetic fracture care
  • Revision hip surgery
  • Revision knee surgery
  • Robotic arm assisted joint replacement
  • Robotic arm assisted knee replacement (Makoplasty)
  • Total hip replacement
  • Total joint replacement
  • Total knee replacement