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Charles F. Mess Jr., M.D. — Physician
Biography
Charles F. Mess, Jr., M.D. specializes in sports medicine, total joint surgery and general orthopedics at the Potomac Valley Orthopaedic Associates division in Olney, Maryland. Fellowship trained at the University of Texas Health Science Center, Dr. Mess trained under the direction of Jesse D. Delee, M.D. who is a nationally renowned Sports Medicine doctor. Dr. Mess, Jr. also studied under Dr. Charles Rockwood who is world renowned for shoulder surgery and Dr. David Schmidt. Dr. David Schmidt is the head team physician for the San Antonio Spurs which gave Dr. Mess, Jr. the opportunity to interact with the team during his training. He also sees patients at the Columbia, Maryland office and the Germantown, Maryland office.
Areas Of Expertise
Orthopaedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Total Joint Replacement: Anterior Hip and Knee
Specialties
Sports Medicine
Total Joint Replacement
Medical Degree
Georgetown University Medical School; Washington, D.C.
Residency
University of Texas Health Science Center; San Antonio, TX
Fellowship
University of Texas Health Science Center; San Antonio, TX
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
New Technology & Techniques in Orthopaedic Trauma
The American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
Certified in Anterior Hip and Partial Knee Replacement
Professional Associations
American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
The Alamo Orthopaedic Society
Major Accomplishments
Research and Publications at the Biomedical Engineering Society Annual Meeting and Conference
Hospital Affiliations
Holy Cross Germantown Hospital
Howard County General Hospital
Montgomery General Hospital
Affiliated Surgery Centers
Hickory Ridge Surgery Center