Steven J Hospodar, MD

Orthopedics - Joint Replacement, Orthopedics - Shoulder and Upper Extremity, Orthopedics - Sports Medicine

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.9
Based on 352 ratings
Steven J Hospodar, MD

About Steven J Hospodar, MD

 

Dr. Steven Hospodar has specialty training in sports medicine, arthroscopic rotator cuff and labral repair and cartilage transplantation. He also specializes in arthroscopic ACL reconstruction and meniscus surgery, minimally invasive partial and total knee replacement, anterior total hip replacement, anatomic and reverse total shoulder replacement, endoscopic carpal tunnel release, ulnar nerve surgery, minor hand surgery, complex fracture care, as well as pediatric and general orthopedic care.  He intends to remain our caring community orthopedic specialist for decades to come

After earning his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia, Dr. Hospodar completed internships in general and orthopedic surgery, as well as an orthopedic surgery residency, all at Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas. A veteran of the United States Air Force, Dr. Hospodar's service included his position as Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery at Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana, as well as a deployment to Afghanistan during which he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. He is board certified in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine.

Motivated to directly impact his community in a positive way, Dr. Hospodar chose to practice orthopedics to provide higher quality of life, improved function and less pain for his patients, whom he considers friends and neighbors. Medicine is personal for Dr. Hospodar, who believes that the extent of each patient's condition and its effect on his or her life is completely unique. His goal is to understand patients well enough to provide not only what they need at that particular time, but also to remain a source of long-term advice or treatment as things change over time.

Originally from Fairfax, Virginia, Dr. Hospodar fell in love with the Tidewater area while attending medical school in Richmond. He and his wife consider it a dream come true for their family to be part of the middle peninsula community, filled with personal, friendly people who love the outdoors, the water and having fun. Dr. Hospodar's favorite hobbies include crabbing, fishing and boating, and he is actively involved with high school athletics, Boy Scouts and other volunteer efforts.

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Education

Medical: Virginia Commonwealth University Medical School
Residency: Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center
Internship: Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center
Internship: Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center

Board Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery

Locations

Riverside Orthopedic Specialists Gloucester

7560 Hospital Drive, Building B, 101, Gloucester, VA 23061

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Ratings & Reviews

Riverside Health is committed to exceptional quality, safety and service. All ratings and comments are obtained from patient survey data collected and verified by Press Ganey, an independent organization focused on improving patient experience. Star ratings are displayed for those physicians who participate in Riverside’s patient experience survey program through Press Ganey and have received a minimum of 30 surveys responses.

Overall Satisfaction
4.9
Based on 352 ratings
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September 12, 2025
Excellent visit
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September 10, 2025
The best orthopedic I have ever had
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September 10, 2025
Good
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September 08, 2025
Dr. Hospodar is the best ortho MD I have EVER seen before. I would (and do) highly recommend him!!!
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September 07, 2025
Excellent experience - I will be back and have already recommended
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September 03, 2025
Dr. Hospodar is very straightforward In Explaining the x-ray in the options I've taking medicine or a shot in my knee or surgery
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September 03, 2025
Dr Hospodar is one of the best doctors that I have ever seen
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August 27, 2025
Dr. Hospodar is one of the best Dr.'s I have or ever had. He takes time to explain our process , progress and things for me to in the future. I truly believe he cares for his patients.
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August 15, 2025
Couldn't ask for a better orthopedic doctor
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August 15, 2025
Kind helpful and great care - my knees felt better immediately after this wonderful doctor s help
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August 13, 2025
Very pleased with Dr Hospodar ! Engaged his nervous patients ! When needles is evolved like me
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August 10, 2025
He explained to me the situation of my knee and showed me the x-rays. He explained the treatments and left the decisions up to me. When asked his opinion, he was straight forward. Then was very proficient at draining the fluid from my knee (practically pain free) and giving a cortisone shot. It was a very good experience.
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August 10, 2025
Listened and understood my problems
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August 09, 2025
I have been coming to see him for a long time to get shots in my knee. He is great and listen to me concerns.
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August 08, 2025
Couldn't be happier with Dr. HOSPODAR.
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August 08, 2025
I had my first hip replacement with Dr. Hospodar. It would had been ruff to find another doctor for my second one. He is very concerned about what you have to say.
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August 03, 2025
I felt Dr. Hospodar listened carefully and brainstormed ideas for resolving my problem realistically.
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August 01, 2025
Dr. Hospodar is great! He explained what was going on with my knee, able to immediately address the pain issues, and have a plan for the future. He is never rushing and is great to talk to and he answered all my questions. I am glad he is in Gloucester!
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July 31, 2025
Doctor Hospodar is an expert in his field, He is one that is there to help people from suffering and assuredly he performs that job well. Excellent
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July 29, 2025
Always a good experience
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