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Concussion Management

Metro Orthopedics & Sports Therapy

Orthopedic Surgeons & Sports Medicine located in Potomac, MD

You may not think that hitting your head is a big deal, but a concussion can interfere with how your brain functions. At Metro Orthopedics & Sports Therapy (M.O.S.T) in Potomac, Maryland, Dr. Michael Lewis, MD has developed a concussion management program to help monitor your concussion symptoms and ensure you get the treatment you need when you need it. To learn more about the program or to schedule your initial consultation, book online or call the office today. “M.O.S.T" serves the communities of Bethesda, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Germantown, Olney, Washington DC, Chevy Chase, Frederick, Poolesville, McLean, VA, Dulles, VA, and Fairfax, VA.

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Concussion Management Q & A

Overview

Metro Orthopedic Sports & Therapy primarily evaluates and treats orthopedic injuries but is introducing a new concussion clinic run by world-renowned concussion researcher and retired Army Colonel, Dr. Michael Lewis, MD. The concussion clinic will evaluate and treat patients who sustain a head injury during any activity. From sports injuries, to falls, to old injuries that have recently produced symptoms, we wish to help all those who struggle with head injuries.

Goal

Provide quality concussion care that is individualized to each patient

Mission

Our collective team of Physicians, Athletic Trainers, and Physical Therapists are dedicated to making sure that patients are given a unique plan once diagnosed with a concussion. Each concussion is different, and the way a person responds to treatment is different. Our focus is to identify the system(s) that aren’t functioning correctly, and have each patient return to full activity as quickly and safely as possible.

Conditions We Treat

Mild traumatic head injuries
Motor vehicle head injuries
Worker’s Compensation Head Injuries
Sports concussions
Persons who are a fall risk

The Team

Michael Lewis, MD, MPH, MBA, FACPM, FACN
1. Retired U.S. Army Colonel and renowned concussion physician and researcher
2. Degrees: US Military Academy, West Point; Tulane University School of Medicine; Johns Hopkins University School of Hygiene and Public Health
3. Postgraduate Training: Walter Reed Army Medical Center; Johns Hopkins University; and Walter Reed Army Institute of Research

OUR Process

Step One: Make an appointment to be seen at the Concussion Clinic.

Step Two: Complete the concussion forms prior to the appointment with Dr. Lewis. If possible, scan and send back to MOST Orthopedics prior to your appointment.

Step Three: At your first appointment, you will be seen by Dr. Lewis.

Step Four: Follow up with Dr. Lewis, as prescribed, for progress tracking

Step Five: Schedule with Dr. Lewis to be discharged!

IF YOU NEED PHYSICAL THERAPY, WE HAVE EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN ONE LOCATION