CHRISTOPHER RAFFO serves as a MD, an Orthopedic Surgeon in BETHESDA, MD, with a clinical focus on rotator cuff repair and related shoulder procedures such as Rotator Cuff Repair, Labrum Repair, Shoulder Replacement.
Board-certified Orthopedic Surgeons are specialists in the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of shoulder conditions. With 5 years of residency training and often additional fellowship specialization, they perform rotator cuff repairs, ligament reconstructions, labrum repairs, and minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures.
To explore treatment options for your shoulder, call (301) 515-0900. CHRISTOPHER RAFFO welcomes new patients for evaluations and second opinions.
Rotator cuff repair reattaches torn tendon to the humeral head using suture anchors, most often through an arthroscopic approach. The procedure relieves pain, restores overhead strength, and prevents further tear progression. Success rates reach 85-95% for small-to-medium tears when combined with dedicated rehabilitation.
Labrum repair surgery reattaches the torn fibrocartilage rim of the shoulder socket using arthroscopic suture anchors. The procedure stabilizes the joint, eliminates catching and clicking, and allows return to overhead sports. Bankart repair addresses anterior instability, while posterior and combined repairs target multi-directional damage.
Shoulder replacement (arthroplasty) replaces damaged bone and cartilage with metal and polyethylene components. Anatomic replacement preserves the natural ball-and-socket orientation, while reverse replacement switches them for patients with deficient rotator cuffs. Modern implants provide 15-25 years of reliable pain relief.
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Costs vary by provider, insurance, and case complexity. Contact CHRISTOPHER RAFFO at (301) 515-0900 for a consultation.
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