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Dr. Candice Holden is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who has been with Arthritis & Sports in the Sterling and South Riding offices since 2022. She has over twenty years of experience specializing in the non-operative and surgical treatment of pediatric patients with orthopaedic disorders and injuries. 

After graduating from medical school at University of Southern California's School of Medicine, she completed her orthopaedic residency training at LAC & USC Medical Center. After residency training, Dr. Holden completed her pediatric orthopaedic surgery fellowship at the Alfred I DuPont Hospital for Children.

Throughout her training, Dr. Holden has learned to utilize a multi-disciplinary approach spanning a range of clinical practice to help her diagnose, treat, and care for her young patients. She treats a variety of conditions, from broken bones and sports injuries to complex cases.

In addition to her work at Arthritis & Sports Orthopaedics & Physical Therapy, Dr. Holden is affiliated with Shriners Hospital for Children and holds privileges at Baystate Medical Center.

Dr. Holden is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. She is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (POSNA).