Dr. Tan Chen, MD FRCSC FACS FAAOS

"Dr. Chen performed a spinal procedure for me, and I'm very grateful for the care that I received. From the first consultation, he took the time to clearly explain the condition, the procedure, and what to expect during recovery. He was patient, kind, thorough, and made me feel comfortable asking questions. The procedure went smoothly and I felt confident being under his care. Dr. Chen and his team were professional, attentive, and supportive throughout the entire process. My recovery has been going well, and I truly appreciate the improvements I've experienced since the procedure. I would highly recommend;y recommend Dr. Chen to anyone who needs spinal care. He is knowledgeable, skilled, and genuinely cares about his patients wellbeing."

"Dr. Chen worked out an amazing cervical fusion surgery for me, which greatly changed my life. More than 6 weeks before the procedure, I can't lay down for sleep more than one hour every night due to the unbearable pain caused by the cervical disc herniation. When Dr. Chen proposed the surgery of cervical fusion, I accepted immediately because I understood that it concerns the quality of my life, and I clearly remembered how much my mother suffered lasting 12 years until she finally took a spine fusion surgery. Another amazing thing is , I did not feel any pain before, during and after the procedure, the only memory of pain is two needle punctures for the IV drip before procedure. Dr Chen prepared a prescription with 3 different pain relief medicines, and I took none of them. Thank you, Dr. Chen, you did an amazing job!"

"I just want to say that Dr.Chen is very professional, knowledgeable and respectable individual. He is someone I would recommend depending on your specific needs. I was recently taking care of for Lumbar Spine surgery. I wasn't feeling the greatest before surgery but now I feel better and relieved. Thank You Dr.Chen and his staff for their patience, dedication and making me feel comfortable during this journey!"

"Truly am just beyond happy and blessed to find Dr.Chen and his whole team also the staff at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital. I came to Dr.Chen office after dealing with a month of not having any feeling in my left leg I was scared and truly lost hope till me and my family found Dr.Chen. His staff and fellow doctors guided me through this journey where it ended with me getting spine surgery (my first time ever getting any surgery) I went under on the 30th of January and I am now 2weeks after surgery healing beautifully. The best part about this whole process was from the start all I kept saying was I want my leg back I want to feel my leg and my foot and he insured me that he was the right person to trust with this procedure and I'm happy I did cause I GOT MY LEG BACK some parts are still tingly but it's part of the healing journey and all I can say is thank you Dr.Chen and the whole staff that was with you I'm forever grateful and I recommend anyone that has any problems with their spine, knees, and hips to definitely come here and get the best care you will ever have."

"Dr. Chen is an exceptional physician and surgeon. From our very first discussion, he was clear, direct, and honest about the need for surgery, while also taking the time to fully prepare me for what to expect. He explained the procedure, risks, and recovery in a way that was calm, reassuring, and easy to understand, which made a very difficult decision much easier to face. The surgery itself and the care surrounding it reflected the highest level of professionalism and expertise. During my hospital stay, the staff was outstanding across the board--attentive, compassionate, and consistently responsive. Every nurse, aide, and support staff member treated me with respect and genuine care, which made a stressful experience far more manageable. What stood out most was the coordination between Dr. Chen and the hospital team. I always felt informed, supported, and safe. It was clear that patient well-being--not just the procedure--was the priority at every step. I am deeply grateful to Dr. Chen and the entire hospital staff for their skill, professionalism, and humanity. I would strongly recommend Dr. Chen to anyone facing a serious surgical decision and want to thank the entire care team for the exceptional support during my recovery."

"Dr. Chen was awesome. He took time to explain the procedure and answer ALL of my questions. He made me feel comfortable and confident about my surgery. The staff at Inova was friendly and really took good care of me. They were also very nice to my family."

"I had a herniation at 21 years old and went through injections and the works with no success. Dr. Chen was the first surgeon to listen to me and my plans for the future when making calls about my back. I never had to wait around for more than 5 mins to see him and he let me ask as many questions as I needed. He walked me through imaging thoroughly so now I feel like an expert. Other surgeons act like their time is more valuable than yours and leave your waiting forever. When we decided on a discectomy it was booked within 2 weeks and such a smooth process and recovery was easy. Highly recommend! Probably THE best experience I've ever had with a medical professional."

"Dr. Chen is an exceptional surgeon and human being whose skill, responsiveness, and care exceeded every expectation I am writing this review two weeks post-op from my minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (L5-S1), and I cannot say enough about what an exceptional doctor Dr. Chen is. My surgery had originally been scheduled for late February, but my sciatica pain became so severe that what I thought would be a quick emergency room visit turned into a hospital admission. My pain was unmanageable despite treatment, and the ER team ultimately determined that I would need surgery before I could be discharged. Despite it being a holiday weekend and having an already full schedule, Dr. Chen responded immediately. He worked closely with the hospital to expedite my surgery and had it completed within 48 hours. That level of responsiveness and dedication alone was extraordinary. From the very beginning, Dr. Chen was attentive, patient, kind, calm, and incredibly knowledgeable. He took the time to explain everything clearly, answered every question thoroughly, and made sure I felt informed and comfortable at every step. He also took the time to truly listen to my fears, which made an enormous difference during such a stressful and painful experience. The results speak for themselves. Within two weeks of surgery, I am walking (slowly but confidently), able to go out to dinner with friends, and just 12 days post-op I attended a concert at The Anthem in DC -- sitting and standing throughout the show. Prior to surgery, I could not drive, sit, stand, walk, or even lie down without crippling pain. Before my sciatica worsened, I was doing hot power vinyasa yoga daily, attending music festivals, and comfortably spending 12-18 hours on my feet. To be regaining my life so quickly after surgery feels nothing short of remarkable. Dr. Chen is not only an exceptional surgeon but an exceptional human being. He is compassionate, dedicated, responsive, and deeply invested in his patients' well-being. I am incredibly grateful to have him as my doctor and would highly recommend him to anyone in need of spine care"