
Hamid Hassanzadeh, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Spine Surgery
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Hamid Hassanzadeh
Professional Titles
- Chief, Orthopaedic Surgery at NCR
- Johns Hopkins Spine Surgery Fellowship Co-Director
Primary Academic Title
Professor (PAR) of Orthopaedic Surgery
Background
Hamid Hassanzadeh, M.D., is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in spine conditions and disorders. He treats patients with back and neck pain due to degenerative disk disease, complex and simple spinal deformities such as scoliosis and kyphosis, spinal infections, spinal tumors and spinal trauma. He is experienced in a variety of spine procedures, including minimally invasive and robotic spine surgery and disk replacement.
A Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and division chief of Johns Hopkins orthopaedic surgery in the National Capital Region, Dr. Hassanzadeh came to Johns Hopkins from the University of Virginia, where he was a tenured associate professor of orthopaedic surgery, director of the spine surgery fellowship, co-director of the UVA Spine Center and director of spine research.
Dr. Hassanzadeh received his medical degree from the University of Hamburg, Germany, followed by a two-year neurosurgery residency at Westküstenklinikum Heide. He went on to complete his orthopaedic internship and residency at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, followed by a spine surgery fellowship at Rush University Medical Center and a pediatric spine surgery fellowship at Shriners Hospital in Chicago, Illinois.
In addition to treating patients, Dr. Hassanzadeh is dedicated to educating the next generation of orthopaedic spine specialists. He accomplished this in his previous role as director of a spine surgery fellowship, as a mentor to several postdoctoral fellows, as an instructor of multiple national and international training courses, and as an author of numerous talks and research publications.
Dr. Hassanzadeh’s research interests include improving outcomes of spinal surgeries in adult and elderly patients, motion preservation, and outcomes after minimally invasive procedures. He is an award-winning researcher, has published more than 150 peer-reviewed papers and 40 textbook chapters and presented in many conferences and invited talks in the U.S. and internationally. His clinical care excellence earned him a spot on the Best Doctors in America list in 2019–20.
Videos
Research Interests
improving outcomes of spinal surgeries in adult and elderly patients, motion preservation, outcomes after minimally invasive procedures
Selected Publications
Hassanzadeh H, Bell J, Bhatia M, Puvanesarajah V. Incidental Durotomy In Lumbar Spine Surgery: Risk Factors, Complications, and Perioperative Management. Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. 2020; In Press.
Bell J, Vatani J, Raad M, Labaran L, Puvanesarajah V, Hassanzadeh H. Clostridium Difficile Infection Following Spine Surgery: Incidence, Risk Factors, and Association with Preoperative Antibiotic Use. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2020; In press.
Harris AB, Zhang B, Marrache M, Puvanesarajah V, Raad M, Hassanzadeh H, Bicket M, Jain A. Chronic Opioid Use Following Lumbar Discectomy: Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Current Trends in the United States. Neurospine. May 2020; In Press.
Jain N, Labaran L, Phillips F, Khan S, Jain A, Kebaish K, Hassanzadeh H. Prevalence of Osteoporosis Treatment and Its Effect on Post-operative Complications, Revision Surgery and Costs After Multi-level Spinal Fusion. Global Spine J. 2020; In press.
Passias PG, Brown A, Alas H, Bortz CA, Pierce KE, Hassanzadeh H, Labaran L, Puvanesarajah V, Vasquez-Montes D, Wang E, Ihejirika RC, Diebo BG, Lafage V, Lafage R, Sciubba D, Janjua MB, Protopsaltis T, Buckland A, Gerling M, A cost benefit analysis of increasing surgical technology in lumbar spine fusion. Spine J. 2020; In Press.
Honors
- Top Doctor Award, Washingtonian Magazine, 2023
- John H. Moe Award for Best Basic Research E-Poster, 51st SRS Annual Meeting 2016, 1/1/16
- Whitecloud Award Nominee, IMAST 2016, 1/1/16
- Top 10 Spine Poster and Highlight Poster of American Poster Tour, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Annual Meeting 2016, 1/1/16
- NASS Best Poster Presentation, North American Spine Society, Annual Meeting, 10/14/15
- Scoliosis Research Society Edgar G. Dawson Travelling Fellowship 2015, 1/1/15
Lectures & Presentations
- How Pre-Op Planning, Navigation, and Robotic Guidance are 01/24/2020 Changing Spine Surgery, Talk, Spine: Base to Summit, Vail, CO, 1/24/20
- Navigation in Cervical Spine Surgery, Talk, 26th International Meeting on Advanced Spine Techniques (IMAST), Amsterdam, Netherland, 7/19/19
- Sacropelvic Fixation: Open an MIS, Talk, 17th Annual Symposium "State of Spine Surgery - A Think Tank", Aruba, 6/29/19
- Spinal Deformity Surgery in Elderly Patients, Talk, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins University, 11/12/20
- Spinal Deformity Surgery in Elderly Patients, Talk, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, New York University/Hospital for Joint Diseases, 8/2/19
Memberships
- SKK Steering committee
- AAOS Fellowship Education Coalition
- The American Orthopaedic Association’s Emerging Leaders Program
- Scoliosis Research Society (SRS), Candidate Member
- International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery (ISASS), Member
- ISASS – Publications Committee
- Virginia Orthopaedic Society (VOS), Member
- MTF Board of trustees, Alternate Representative
- North American Spine Society (NASS), Member
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), Fellow
- German Medical Association (Deutsche Ärztekammer), Member
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda
- 6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 2200, Bethesda, MD 20817
- phone: 301-530-3220
- fax: 410-367-2237
- Johns Hopkins Health Care Center - Odenton
- 1106 Annapolis Road, Pavilion I, Suite 280, Odenton, MD 21113
- phone: 443-997-2663
- fax: 410-367-2071
- Sibley Memorial Hospital
- 5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20016
- phone: 240-762-5100
- fax: 410-367-2237
Expertise
Education
Rush University Medical Center
Fellowship, Spine, 2014Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2013Westkuestenklinikum Heide
Residency, Neurosurgery, 2008University of Hamburg
Medical Education, MD, 2005Board Certifications
Orthopaedic Surgery
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2016Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.4 out of 5
412 ratings, 114 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2025
The best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/28/2025
Excellent Doctor!
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2025
Provider mostly answered my questions but did not explain everything clearly. Outcome of visit was disappointing. Surgery was not recommended, but there was no advice from provider about alternatives. I would need a second opinion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2025
The providers looked at me when talking to me. The providers were willing to answer my questions and not shoo me away.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2025
He answered all my questions. And explained the excellent results of my X-ray from my surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2025
Did x rays - explained results to me and offered treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2025
I like Dr Hassanzadeh much. I feel comfortable having him do surgery on me
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2025
Dismissive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2025
Dr. Hassanzadeh is one of the best doctors I've seen. He's personable and friendly. He listens and answers questions attentively.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2025
Dr. Hassanzadeh is the best!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Always very clear and a very good listener
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
My doctor listened carefully and answered all of my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2025
We found him to be excellent in providing information about my condition and the surgery moving forward.he seemed most knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2025
Knowledgeable, approachable, professional and thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2025
I completely trust Dr. Hassanzadeh. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
Very nice, knowledgeable and fast.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2025
Awesome!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2025
VERY GOOD DOCTOR
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2025
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/27/2024
Dr. H was excellent in both his personality and his professionalism!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2024
This is the first time I met this doctor which was coordinated through my personal physician at Hopkins. If I could give this doctor a higher score I would he Was detailed, caring, thoughtful, and patient with me. Mostly, he's just a very good man.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2024
Always exceptional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2024
Thoughtful analysis of my issues
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2024
The Dr and assistant both were execellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2024
I rely on him for his speciality
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2024
Excellent visit. Very efficient and productive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2024
Dr. Hassanzadeh is excellent. He attentively listens to my concerns and answers any questions I may have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2024
So glad I chose Dr Hassanzadeh
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2024
He should be the best example to other providers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2024
She's very professional about her job
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2024
My experience here was good. Both doctors understood my problem. Discussion of solution was helpful.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2024
Very smart and thorough, he explained my condition very well and used the xray as a guide
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2024
Very professional and explain my MRI so I could understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2024
Very knowledgeable orthopedic surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
Very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2024
Although I would, of course, have liked a definitive diagnosis, I very much appreciated that Dr Hassanzadeh fully reviewed my imaging and openly said he could not identify the source of my pain issue. It's useful to know what is not there as well as what is, and honesty and clarity are always valuable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
Showed knowledge, patience, and respect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2024
Great fixed my problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
Very knowledgeable , professional, and pleasant personality. Also trustworthy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Dr. Hassanzadeh and his team are amazing.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2024
Competent and sself-assured about my aching back
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2024
I need another MRI done and will follow up with Dr Hassanzadeh. Seems like he's really trying to figure out my health issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2024
Excellent surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
I love him ! He's knowledgeable and very personable !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Good provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
What the Doctor told was not what I hoped to hear. But I certainly appreciate the truthfullness!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2024
I drive from almost two hours away, just to see Dr. Hassanzadeh. He and his team are amazing and have changed my life for the better!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2024
Professional and demonstrated concern and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2024
My provider is a very respectful, caring doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2024
Best ever!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2024
Great Dr but only had a couple of minutes to see me. While I waited 2 hours
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2024
Very clear explanation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2024
Excellent- very informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
I like that he is caring, I fell that he has interest of his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
Very thorough, kind and compassionate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
Friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2024
I feel fortunate to have Dr. H as my surgeon. Excellent doc.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2024
Pleasure to work with
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2024
Splendid, excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2024
Dr Hassanzadeh was diligent in discussing treatment option and explaining the surgical procedure. He also detailed the recovery process. The doctor provided complex surgical procedures that have provided substantial Improvement In my overall condition
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2024
Great manner, professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2024
My doctor was very professional, easy to understand, my questions were answered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2024
Very pleasant and easy to talk to
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2024
Did not listen and did not spend enough time examining me or understanding what I was feeling
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
Pleasant, kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
This was my first time meeting with this provider. My experience was great. Everyone was welcoming and very friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2024
Excellent. Listened attentively. Professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2024
From checkin to check out everyone was fabulous. My concerns were addressed and I felt like I was a valued client. Keep up the great work.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
I appreciated this doctor's expertise and his ability and patience to walk through next steps for my problem.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
This was my first time seeing this provider. He laid out a plan/workup that addressed my issues/concerns. Having said that, follow-ups are necessary and, according to my visit, should be beneficial and help with my pain. I am looking forward to working with this provider,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2024
He is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2024
He is simply amazing and very through....he took the time to listen and gave me quick answers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Provider listen to my concerns. Seemed to be thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Dr. H us a kind knowledgeable professional provider. He listens intently to my questions and is very thorough. I would not see anyone else for orthpedics
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Unexpectedly very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
Very smart.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
He is one of the best spines specialties in the area
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
Dr Hassanzadeh is a warm, knowledgeable and reassuring physician. I felt I was in the best of hands.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
Provider very rapidly resolved an issue that was inhibiting my ability to got further care for my pain.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
Provider was very interested in my condition, explained in terminology that was clear and concise; an excellent visit!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
Very good service and patience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
Professional in every way. Caring, attentive and ready to discuss prognosis etc.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2024
Professional, respectful, careful and patient. Dr. Hassanzadeh is the only surgeon who made me trust him to do my surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2024
Dr. Hamid is an accomplished surgeon who treats me respectfully during our meetings
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2024
If I had to do it all over, I truly want the same doctors and there team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2024
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2024
Office was backed up so appointment was delayed but I was kept informed of the delay.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2024
I trust him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
Help me make good decision about my care for the future.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
He was great, just a bit rushed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2024
The dr's manner was very friendly and professional. I asked questions and he was pleased that I asked.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2024
Very knowledgeable. Knew exactly what he was looking at and was able to state what was going on and how to address It. It's always good to here a diagnostic rather than leaving the same way as when you walked In.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2024
This was my first visit with this practice
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2024
Provider seemed rushed. I hardly had time to ask all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2024
Dr Hassanzadeh was very attentive to my orthopedic issues and made an extra effort to take care of them in a timely fashiin
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2024
He has been very good about listening to my issues and addressing them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2024
Excellent service in all aspects of my careExcellent service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2024
Very experienced and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/26/2024
I'm very impressed with the service and attention, it's been a long time since I've felt that feeling
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/26/2024
I found Dr Hassanzadeh to be friendly and knowledgeable with respect to my scoliosis
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2024
Warm, friendly, caring and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2024
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2024
First visit. Good experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2024
Listen, experienced, concerned.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/10/2024
Dr. H is likely the best among his peers. He performed lumbar fusion and a second surgery to clear an infection. I had total faith in his expertise and was confident he would provide excellent care during this process. He wasted no time when he learned my incision was infected and immediately took care of the situation, making me a top priority even with his busy schedule. I have great respect for him and his status as a top surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2024
Excellent! He was knowledgeable, thorough, friendly, and best of all got me up and walking again!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2024
He's an excellent Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2024
The doctor was friendly and quick to identify the problem needed to be referred to a specialist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2024
Awesome!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2024
Very personal. Make you feel at ease
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2024
Excellent doctor.