Board-Certified Hand & Pediatric Hand Surgeon · DC Metro Area

Precision care
for hands of
all ages.

Chief of Pediatric Orthopaedics, INOVA Fairfax

Dr. Joseph Letzelter brings fellowship-trained subspecialty expertise in adult and pediatric hand and upper extremity surgery — restoring function, relieving pain, and returning patients to the lives they love.

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Dr. Joseph Letzelter, MD
Joseph Letzelter, MD
Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery
Recognized by
Arlington Magazine Top Doctor
Northern Virginia Top Doctor
Washingtonian Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
ASSH Young Leader 2022
Conditions

What We Treat

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Nerve compression causing pain, numbness & tingling.

Trigger Finger

Finger that catches or locks when bent.

Hand & Wrist Fractures

Surgical and non-surgical fracture management.

Brachial Plexus Injuries

Birth-related nerve injuries affecting the arm.

Congenital Hand Differences

Expert care for children born with hand anomalies.
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About Dr. Letzelter

A Surgeon Dedicated to Every Hand He Treats

Dr. Joseph Letzelter III is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity conditions. He serves as Chief of Pediatric Orthopaedics at INOVA Fairfax and practices at Pediatric Specialists of Virginia and Children's National Hospital.

Fellowship-trained at NYU, the New Zealand Institute of Hand Surgery, and Shriners Hospital — with published research in brachial plexus injuries, congenital hand surgery, and more.

Full Biography & Publications
2
Board Certifications
3
Fellowships Completed
6
Surgery Locations
7
Peer-Reviewed Publications
Patient Reviews

What Patients Are Saying

Healthgrades · ★★★★★

"He answered all my questions and relieved my concerns about the surgery. The staff was very friendly and professional."

Verified Patient, Nov 2025
Healthgrades · ★★★★★

"He even called us with the MRI results from his home on a Saturday. He really cares for his patients."

Parent of Patient
Healthgrades · ★★★★★

"An excellent hand surgeon. He was thorough and listened to all my concerns."

Katherine M., Jul 2022
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Behind the Practice

Follow Dr. Letzelter on Instagram for surgical education, case insights, pediatric hand surgery highlights, and a behind-the-scenes look at practice life.

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Pediatric hand surgery · Practice life
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Affiliated Institutions
Children's National Hospital Pediatric Specialists of Virginia Inova

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