Our Story

About the Founder

Michael Malagari founded Orthotic Solutions in Fairfax, Virginia in 1997.  Orthotic Solutions has earned an outstanding reputation and is the provider of choice for many medical professionals in Washington DC, Virginia, and Maryland.  In order to meet the growing need for orthotic care, they opened an additional office in Frederick, MD.   This office conveniently serves Western Maryland, Columbia, Baltimore, West Virginia, and Southern Pennsylvania.

Mission Statement

Orthotic Solutions was founded on the philosophy of providing each patient with the highest quality of orthotic care possible.  Our goal is to make sure each patient’s orthotic care experience and outcome is a positive one.  Care shall be administered by a Certified Orthotist and in accordance with ABC Patient Care Management and Facility Accreditation Standards.  All patients shall be given the opportunity to have input into the process of their treatment or services.  Every effort will be made to keep costs of services contained without jeopardizing the quality of care.

Our Goals for You

At Orthotic Solutions we are committed to providing the highest quality orthotic care in a compassionate, friendly, and professional environment. We use state-of-the-art technology and materials to custom design orthoses for your specific needs. We encourage patients of all ages and abilities to achieve their highest level of independence and function. We help our patients’ achieve this goal through our outstanding care and expertise.

Our Certified Orthotists and certified technician have an average of 25 years of experience, which brings enormous value and comfort to our patients.  We work as a team and feel privileged to have long-term positive relationships with our patients.

What to Expect

We begin each appointment by listening to you and understanding your concerns.  We carefully review your medical history, x-ray or mri images, and contact your physician if we feel it’s necessary.  Every patient benefits from a comprehensive evaluation including gait analysis, manual muscle testing and range of motion testing which help us to accurately assess your needs and direct your treatment.  We take the time to educate you because you have a vital role in your treatment process and success.  Together, we set goals and expectations for your treatment plan.  We go the extra mile to achieve a positive outcome.