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Dr. Ralph Garretson, MD

Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery* Age 59
Dr. Ralph Garretson, MD
4.4 (30 Ratings)

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Dr. Ralph Garretson, MD is an Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery Specialist in Warrenton, VA.
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Dr. Ralph Garretson, MD

Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery* Age 59
Warrenton, VA
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Ralph Garretson, MD is an Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery Specialist in Warrenton, VA.

About

Dr. Garretson graduated from Washington University School of Medicine in 1996 and completed a residency at Rush Medical Center. Dr. Ralph Garretson, MD is an Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery Specialist in Warrenton, VA and has 29 years experience. Dr. Garretson currently practices at Blue Ridge Orthopaedic & Spine Center and are affiliated with UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center, Fauquier Hospital and UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center. Dr. Garretson has experience treating conditions like Rotator Cuff Tendinosis, Rotator Cuff Tear and Shoulder Impingement Syndrome among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Garretson received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 30 times. Dr. Garretson's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Garretson accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Friendly Staff

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Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Elbow Bursitis
Joint Pain
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondromalacia
Femur Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Lateral Epicondylitis
Limb Pain
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Scapular Fracture
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Arthrocentesis
Peripheral Nerve Block
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
AC Joint Injury
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Baker’s Cyst
Biceps Tendon Rupture
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Broken Neck
Bursitis of Hip
Cancer
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Cervical Spine Myelopathy
De Quervain's Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Conditions
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Hand Conditions
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Neck Sprain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Shoulder Bursitis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Osteophyte
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Disorders
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Whiplash
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Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Carpal Tunnel Release
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Surgery
McMurray's Test
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Total Shoulder Replacement
Ulnar Nerve Transposition

Insurance Accepted

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  • GEHA
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Medicare
  • Carefirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Golden Rule
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Aetna
  • Coventry Health Care of Virginia
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Tricare
  • Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Humana
  • One Net

Locations

  1. 1 Warrenton Clinic
    52 W Shirley Ave, Warrenton, VA 20186
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    Monday
    08:00 - 19:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 19:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 19:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Gainesville Clinic
    14370 Lee Hwy Ste 102, Gainesville, VA 20155
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (540) 347-9220
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Garretson
4.4
Based on 30 Reviews
5 Stars (25)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (4)

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Mar 10, 2025
Dr. Garrettson saw me on time and was very professional and friendly. He discussed my case and options in understandable layman's terms. We will have further discussions after some additional tests. Highly recommended!!
Mark Sharp — Mar 10, 2025
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Washington University School of Medicine
    1996
Medical Education

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Rush Medical Center
    2001
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania|University of Pennsylvania
    2002
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Ralph Garretson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Garretson's profile.

Dr. Garretson frequently treats the following conditions: Rotator Cuff Tendinosis, Rotator Cuff Tear and Shoulder Impingement Syndrome. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Ralph Garretson, MD is affiliated with UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center, Fauquier Hospital and UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center

    15225 Heathcote Blvd, Haymarket, VA

  • Fauquier Hospital

    500 Hospital Dr, Warrenton, VA

  • UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center

    501 Sunset Ln, Culpeper, VA