The 20 Best Appendicitis Doctors Near Me in Washington, DC

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The 20 Best Appendicitis Doctors near Washington, DC

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 55 doctor with experience in Appendicitis near Washington, DC. Of these, 41 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Appendicitis
    Pediatrics
    Distinguished in Appendicitis
    Pediatrics

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Kane is a Pediatrics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Kane is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Pectus Excavatum, Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation of Lung, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Appendicitis
    Distinguished in Appendicitis

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mikael Petrosyan is a Pediatrics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Petrosyan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Appendicitis
    Distinguished in Appendicitis

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Sandler is a Pediatrics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Sandler is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Gliomatosis Cerebri, and Gastrostomy.

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    Distinguished in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Distinguished in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jacqueline Saito is a Pediatric Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Saito is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Appendicitis, Esophageal Atresia, Appendectomy, and Oophorectomy.

    Katherine G. Lamond
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 210, Suite 210, 
    Washington, DC 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Katherine Lamond is the Medical Director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Bariatrics Surgery at Sibley Memorial Hospital and Assistant Professor of Surgery for Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. She specializes in laparoscopic bariatric surgery, and performs the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy and Adjustable Gastric Banding at Sibley. She is also a surgeon with Johns Hopkins Surgery at Sibley, where she practices general surgery and advanced laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Lamond grew up in Maryland and attended Dartmouth College for her undergraduate education, before moving back to the area to attend Georgetown University School of Medicine. Her internship and residency in General Surgery were completed at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. She then completed a fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery. More recently, Dr. Lamond served as Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine from 2012-2015, prior to transitioning her practice to Sibley Memorial Hospital. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is active in both the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Videos Meet Katherine Lamond, M.D., Minimally Invasive Surgeon Surgical Weight Loss Options 101 GERD and Bariatric Surgery FAQ. Dr. Lamond is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Andrew Jung
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

    Johns Hopkins University

    5125 Loughboro Rd NW, Suite 150, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Andrew Jung is an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Johns Hopkins Department of Surgery. He is a board certified general surgeon and is fellowship-trained in minimally invasive foregut, bariatric, and hernia surgery. He currently sits on the Medical Executive Committee for Sibley Memorial Hospital. Dr. Jung is an expert in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease, swallowing disorders, and paraesophageal/hiatal hernias. He also specializes in abdominal core health, focusing on the management of abdominal wall hernias. Utilizing advanced robotic techniques, he aims to restore the anatomy of the abdominal wall in order to improve patient quality of life. Dr. Jung performed the first ever robotic component separation at Sibley Memorial Hospital.With a commitment to precision and patient-centered care, Dr. Jung utilizes advanced techniques to address a range of conditions affecting the digestive system and abdominal wall. His expertise not only ensures optimal results, but also promotes quicker recovery times and enhanced patient well-being. . His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction, Low Blood Pressure, Gallbladder Removal, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology

    Office

    2300 M St NW Fl 8, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Hanna is a Radiologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Hanna has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Galactocoele, Breast Infection, and Fibrocystic Breast Disease.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Gw Colon And Rectal Surgery-Foggy Bottom North Pavilion

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW # 9, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marian Khalili is a Colorectal Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Khalili is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, Necrosis, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Appendectomy.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology

    Johns Hopkins Community Physicians

    3833 Fairfax Dr Ste 110, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edmund Hong is a Radiologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Hong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Experienced in Appendicitis

    Johns Hopkins Community Physicians

    3833 Fairfax Dr Ste 110, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arman Sheybani is a Radiologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Sheybani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Thyroid Nodule, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Kovler is a Pediatric Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Kovler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Short Bowel Syndrome, Appendicitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Lukish is a Pediatric Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Lukish is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Pectus Excavatum, Urachal Cyst, Umbilical Hernia, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Capitol Surgeons

    8630 Fenton Street, Suite 122, Suite 122, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, German, Gujarati , Hindi, Marathi

    Dr. Mohammed Kalan is a general surgeon affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital and George Washington University Hospital. He practices out of the Washington Institute of Surgery in Washington, D.C. and Chevy Chase, Md. Dr. Kalan has an expertise in abdominal surgery, clinical gastroenterology, colorectal surgery, gastrointestinal cancers, minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery and robotic surgery. Dr. Kalan earned his MBBS from Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Medical College in India. He completed a residency in general surgery at Temple University School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at George Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Kalan is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the Royal College of Surgeons of London and Edinburgh, U.K. Dr. Kalan has earned numerous awards. His teaching awards include the Outstanding Faculty Teacher for the Department of Surgery from Georgetown University Hospital in 2001; the Golden Apple Award Nomination from Georgetown University Medical School in 2000; the Georgetown Caring Star from Georgetown University Hospital in 2009 and 2003; and the W.L. Gore/Stuart I. Myers Award for Academic Excellence from Temple University in 1998. Dr. Kalan has also been named one of America’s Top Surgeons by the Consumers’ Research Council of America from 2010-2014; and a Top Doctor in General and Laparoscopic Surgery by Washingtonian magazine in 2002. Dr. Kalan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Appendicitis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

    Distinguished in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Radiology
    Distinguished in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Radiology

    Ifrc LLC

    2722 Merrilee Dr, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Lee is a Pediatric Radiologist in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Lee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Bronchogenic Cyst, Gallbladder Disease, Gas Bloat Syndrome, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Medical Faculty Associates, Inc

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Susan Kartiko is a General Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Kartiko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Delirium, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Fasciotomy, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Medical Faculty Associates, Inc

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Khashayar Vaziri is a General Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Vaziri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Umbilical Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Internal Medicine
    2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tebianne Abubaker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Abubaker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Medical Faculty Associates, Inc

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jordan Estroff is a General Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Estroff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Estroff is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Medical Faculty Associates, Inc

    900 23rd St Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Juliet Lee is a General Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Hernia Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrea Badillo is a Pediatric Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Badillo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hirschsprung Disease, Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Appendicitis?

    Appendicitis is a condition in which your appendix gets inflamed. The appendix is a small pouch attached to the end of the large intestine.

    When should I see an Appendicitis doctor near Washington, DC?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Appendicitis doctor near Washington, DC?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Appendicitis doctors near Washington, DC?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Appendicitis doctors near Washington, DC?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Appendicitis doctor near Washington, DC?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Appendicitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Appendicitis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Appendicitis doctor near Washington, DC?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Appendicitis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Appendicitis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Appendicitis doctors near Washington, DC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Appendicitis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Appendicitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Appendicitis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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