Dawit Ayalew, MD, MS

Sports Medicine Physician

Locations:

Lorton, Fredericksburg

Meet Dr. Ayalew Sports Medicine Physician in Virginia

Dr. Dawit Ayalew is a sports medicine physician at Dynamic Medical Centers who helps active patients of all ages recover from injury and get back to what they love. He earned his medical degree from VCU School of Medicine and a Master’s in Physiology from Georgetown University and completed his fellowship training in Primary Care Sports Medicine through VCU-St. Francis, where he works alongside orthopedic and academic specialists to provide well-rounded musculoskeletal care.

Dr. Ayalew has provided sideline medical coverage for NCAA Division I, II, and III athletic conferences, high school football, and major local races. He uses ultrasound-guided injections and diagnostic imaging to accurately diagnose and treat joint, tendon, and soft-tissue injuries. An avid long-distance runner and competitive soccer player himself, he brings a firsthand understanding of what it takes to return safely to the sports and activities his patients care about.

Medical School
  • M.D., VCU School of Medicine, Richmond, VA (2020)
  • M.S., Physiology, Georgetown University, Washington, D.C. (2015)
  • Penn Highlands Family Medicine Residency, Dubois, PA (07/2022–07/2025) — Chief Resident (04/2024–07/2025)
  • VCU General Surgery Residency, Richmond, VA (07/2021–07/2022)

VCU-St. Francis Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship, Richmond, VA (07/2025–Present)

  • Southern Association for Vascular Surgery, Annual Meeting Travel Scholarship (2021)
  • ACS Virginia Chapter, Committee on Trauma, Clinical Science Best Paper (2020)
  • Experimental Biology and Medicine (EBM) Outstanding Reviewer Award (2019)
  • VCU School of Medicine, Surgery Clerkship Honors (2019)
  • VCU School of Medicine Dean’s Scholarship (2016–2020)

What Patients Say About Dr. Ayalew

heather Hayes
I cannot say enough good things about this practice. This was my first time coming and I had some issues going on with my toe. It was so sore that couldn’t even touch it and how I dreaded going in because the pain was so severe. When I arrived you can feel positive vibes there. From the girls up front desk to the nurse in the back. I had awesome nurse and when I met Dr. Rafii he was awesome. He took the time to listen about the trauma in the past that was done to that right foot and the 2 surgeries that I had on the right ankle. He knew right away what was going on and when in clipped everything and pain free. I got so much relief. I just want to thank the wonderful staff there for you loving care. You guys are the best.

Where to See Dr. Ayalew

Dr. Ayalew sees patients at Dynamic Medical Centers, providing sports medicine care for athletes and active individuals of all ages. Visit Dr. Ayalew at our locations in Fredericksburg or Lorton, VA, to get an accurate diagnosis and a treatment plan built around getting you back to the activities you love.

Lorton, VA

9010 Lorton Station Blvd
Suite 270
Lorton, VA 22079

Fredericksburg, VA

10304 Spotsylvania Ave,
Suite 410
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
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Areas of Expertise & Specialties

Dr. Ayalew specializes in non-surgical sports and musculoskeletal medicine, diagnosing and treating injuries using hands-on exams and diagnostic ultrasound. His training includes ultrasound-guided joint, tendon sheath, and fascial plane injections, giving him a precise, minimally invasive approach to treating pain and restoring function.

From weekend athletes to competitive and collegiate players, Dr. Ayalew has experience covering all levels of sport, including NCAA conferences, high school football, and long-distance races, and brings that sideline experience into the clinic to help patients return safely to activity.

Conditions

Sports injuries

Joint pain

Tendon injuries

Muscle & fascial pain

Overuse injuries

Concussion

Ultrasound-guided joint (intra-articular) injections

Ultrasound-guided tendon sheath injections

Ultrasound-guided fascial plane injections

Diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound

Non-surgical sports injury management

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