Rachel Bratescu, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon and a member of the GW Spine and Pain Center at George Washington University Hospital. She specializes in surgical and nonsurgical care for spine conditions, including degenerative disorders, trauma, deformities, and chronic pain, with a focus on improving function and quality of life. Dr. Bratescu completed her medical education and orthopedic training with advanced fellowship training in spine surgery. She is involved in clinical practice, patient evaluation, operative treatment planning, and multidisciplinary care coordination alongside colleagues in neurosurgery, pain management, physical therapy, and rehabilitation. Her work includes surgical procedures such as spinal decompression and fusion, as well as evidence-based conservative management strategies. Dr. Bratescu contributes to professional education, clinical research, and quality improvement initiatives that support advancements in spine care within the academic hospital setting.