Derek H. Ochiai, MD
Specialties
Dr. Ochiai uses both non-surgical and minimally invasive surgical techniques to help his patients return to their active lifestyles.
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Hip
Hip
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Shoulder
Shoulder
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Knee
Knee
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Sports Medicine
Sports Medicine
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Nonsurgical/
Regenerative MedicineNon Surgical
Treatments
About
Dr. Ochiai
Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon Fellowship trained in sports medicine & Advanced Arthroscopic TechniquesDr. Derek Ochiai is a medical consultant to the Washington Ballet and the team physician for Yorktown High School. He has taught arthroscopic surgery techniques in cadaveric teaching labs over 100 times.
Dr. Derek Ochiai is a graduate with honors from Cornell University. He attended Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, where he received several awards and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Medical Honor Society. Dr. Ochiai is fellowship trained in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery.
Areas of Expertise
Offering the highest level of care using the most advanced and innovative techniques.
Minimally Invasive Interventions Hip Arthroscopy
Hip arthroscopy, also referred to as keyhole or minimally invasive surgery, is a procedure in which a small fiberoptic instrument called an arthroscope is inserted into your hip joint to check for any damage which may be repaired simultaneously. Dr. Ochiai is a specialist in arthroscopic hip surgery with extensive experience in diagnosing and treating a range of hip conditions.
RESTORING STABILITY Hip Labrum
Reconstruction
Dr. Ochiai is a hip specialist with extensive experience in performing hip labrum reconstruction.
Hip labrum reconstruction repairs or replaces damaged cartilage around the hip socket, often due to sports injuries or structural abnormalities. This advanced procedure helps relieve pain, restore mobility, and prevent long-term joint damage, allowing patients to return to daily activities and sports with greater confidence and comfort.
Patient Testimonials
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I was one of your first patients for this procedure in 2005 to repair a labral tear in my right hip that negatively affected my quality of life for four years until it was finally diagnosed.
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While I would never wish a major meniscus tear on anyone, if you do, and if you’re being frustrated by the system, and you need a place to go that you can feel confident...
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Dr. Ochiai is an outstanding physician and an amazing surgeon. He told me that he would fix me, my right hip labrum, and he did that with outstanding results.
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I wanted to thank you so much for all the care that you and your team gave me when I was undergoing my hip surgery dut to FAI.
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I wanted to send you a belated note of thanks for the successful Brostrom procedure you performed on my ankle. About this time two years ago, I thought it was extremely...
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Media
In The News
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I'm A Hip Surgeon. Here's The 1 Thing I'd Never Do If I Have Hip Pain.
This behavior can lead to major problems down the road.It can be alarming to realize you’ve been having hip pain for a bit too long...Read More
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Good news and bad news about Stephen Strasburg’s injury.
WASHINGTON — The Washington Nationals fan base (not to mention the team and front office) held its collective breath last Wednesday...Read More
Videos
Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Derek Ochiai on treatment for Hip Pain/Hip FAI Injuries
Out-of-town Patients Your Destination for
Expert Care
Dr. Derek Ochiai regularly welcomes patients from across the U.S. as well as International patients who are seeking specialized orthopedic procedures such as hip arthroscopy. Our team is experienced in coordinating care for those traveling from out of town, working to make your surgical journey smooth and stress-free, from medical record review to post-operative planning.
Research & Publications
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Two Novel Clinical Tests for the Diagnosis of Hip Labral Tears. There are few well-studied clinical tests for the diagnosis of hip labral tears.
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Cruciverbalist Challenge for Arthroscopic and Related Surgeons. Crosswords were first published in the United States more than 100 years ago.
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Arthroscopy of the Nondistractable Hip: A Novel Extracapsular Approach Adequate traction to achieve hip joint distraction is essential for avoiding....
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Patient Educational
Videos & Resources
Learn more about your condition, treatment options, and recovery process with easy-to-understand expert-guided information and tools.
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Arlington Office
1715 N. George Mason Drive,
Suite 504, Medical Offices D,
Arlington, VA 22207Tysons Office
1945 Old Gallows Road
Suite 430
Vienna, VA 22182
