Dr. Michail Mavros, a surgical oncologist specializing in complex cancers, is deeply committed to offering his patients personalized, advanced care. Originally from Athens, Greece, Dr. Mavros's passion for oncology was sparked during medical school after losing a close friend to cancer. This life-changing event inspired him to dedicate his career to improving the lives of cancer patients. Dr. Mavros is one of few surgeons with accredited subspecialty training in both complex surgical oncology and hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery, making him highly qualified to treat cancers of the liver, pancreas, and bile ducts. He is also skilled in minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgery, which offer benefits such as faster recovery, reduced pain, and improved outcomes. At the heart of Dr. Mavros' approach is his belief in individualized care. He works closely with a multidisciplinary team of experts, including medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and pathologists, to ensure each patient receives a thorough evaluation. This collaborative approach results in comprehensive, personalized treatment plans. By leveraging the latest advances in precision medicine, Dr. Mavros tailors his treatments to meet the unique needs of each patient, guided by the most current scientific research and evidence-based practices. Dr. Mavros is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Nima Khavanin is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon who specializes in complex microvascular reconstruction including breast reconstructive surgery and lower extremity reconstruction, as well as gender affirming surgery. After receiving his medical degree from the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Dr. Khavanin completed his residency at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine for plastic and reconstructive surgery, and his fellowship in plastic and reconstructive microsurgery at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Khavanin’s research interests align with his clinical expertise. He sees his research as a way to take his patient care to the next level, where he will be able to offer patients cutting edge technology and research. Other research interests include tissue perfusion, lower extremity function and studying patient outcomes. Videos Nima Khavanin, M.D.Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Understanding the Breast Reconstructive Ladder. Dr. Khavanin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Micrognathia, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Pierre Robin Sequence, Osteotomy, and Thyroidectomy.

Shaneke Weerakoon is a Cardiologist in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Weerakoon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Mitral Valve Prolapse, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, and Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.

Catherine Bennet is a Cardiologist in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Bennet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). Her top areas of expertise are Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Mitral Valve Prolapse, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.

Peter Ma is a Hospital Medicine provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Ma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Edward T. Cullen is an internist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. He practices out of Cullen, Umosella, Cullen & Cullen in Bethesda, Md. and Oxon Hill, Md. Dr. Cullen earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine. He completed an internship in internal medicine at St. Vincent Hospital, followed by a residency in internal medicine at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Cullen has been named a Super Doctor by the Washington Post and a Top MD by Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine, as well as a Top Family/General Practitioner by Washingtonian Magazine. Recent News Articles and Media Coverage The Brothers Cullen. Bethesda Magazine (January/February 2008). Dr. Cullen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

Bruce Zinsmeister is a Cardiologist in Silver Spring,, Maryland. Dr. Zinsmeister is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Heart Murmurs, Mitral Valve Prolapse, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, and Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT).

Victor Priego is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Priego is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Anemia, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, Thrombocytopenia, and Splenectomy.

Dr. Bhattacharyya is the Director of Orthopaedic Trauma Services at Suburban Hospital. Dr. Bhattacharyya's areas of expertise include: fracture care, pelvis and acetabulum injuries, management of complex and non union fractures, and joint replacements. He is Head of Clinical Orthopaedic Research at the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Bhattacharyya focuses on patients with orthopedic injuries including fractures, nonunions, and joint replacements. For more information on Dr. Bhattacharyya, visit www.OrthoBethesda.com. Selected Publications Chen F, Wang Z, Bhattacharyya T. Absence of femoral cortical thickening in long-term bisphosphonate users: Implications for atypical femur fractures. Bone. 2014 May;62:64-6. Jha S, Wang Z, Laucis N, Bhattacharyya T. Trends in Media Reports, Oral Bisphosphonate Prescriptions, and Hip Fractures 1996-2012: An Ecological Analysis. J Bone Miner Res. 2015 Dec;30(12):2179-87. Laucis NC, Hays RD, Bhattacharyya T. Scoring the SF-36 in Orthopaedics: A Brief Guide. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2015 Oct 7;97(19):1628-34. Wang Z, Bhattacharyya T. Trends of non-union and prescriptions for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in the United States, 1993-2012. Acta Orthop. 2015 Oct;86(5):632-7. Wang Z, Ward MM, Chan L, Bhattacharyya T. Adherence to oral bisphosphonates and the risk ofsubtrochanteric and femoral shaft fractures among female Medicare beneficiaries. Osteoporos Int. 2014 Aug;25(8):2109-16. Dr. Bhattacharyya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Dr. Ashraf S. Harahsheh is a pediatric cardiologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, George Washington University Hospital, Washington Adventist Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital, Calvert Memorial Hospital and Frederick Memorial Hospital. He practices out of Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Dr. Harahsheh has expertise in arrhythmia, cardiology post-natal follow-up, heart murmurs, Kawasaki disease and syncope. He has clinical interest in atrial flutter and fibrillation in children with Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, the cardiac function in anthracycline-treated children and the use of B-type natriuretic peptide as a marker for worsening cardiac function. Dr. Harahsheh has been named a Who’s Who in Science and Engineering, one of America’s Top Pediatricians by Consumer’s Research Council of America and a Top 10 Cardiologist by Vitals. Dr. Harahsheh earned his medical degree from University of Jordan. He completed residencies in pediatrics at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, as well as a pediatric cardiology fellowship. Dr. Harahsheh is a member of the American Society of Echocardiography and the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Harahsheh has contributed to numerous publications. Dr. Harahsheh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Kawasaki Disease, Coronary Artery Aneurysm, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Heart Transplant.

Aaron Holley is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Holley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Sarcoidosis, and Hypovolemic Shock.

Stephanie Hightower is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Hightower is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). Her top areas of expertise are Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) and Pneumonia.

Eric Elster is a General Surgeon and a Transplant Surgeon in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Elster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Ear Barotrauma, Traumatic Brain Injury, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Tissue Biopsy, and Colostomy.

Robert Krell is a Surgical Oncologist and a Military Health Care provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Krell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Kathryn Flynn is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Flynn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), Heavy Metal Poisoning, Infertility, and Leukemia.

Michael Mcmahon is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Mcmahon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) and Bronchitis. Dr. Mcmahon is currently accepting new patients.

Sam Sater is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Sater is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma. Dr. Sater is currently accepting new patients.

Jahanbakhsh Naghshin is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Naghshin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bronchiectasis, and Lung Metastases. Dr. Naghshin is currently accepting new patients.

Arun Shet is a Hematologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Shet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Hemolytic Anemia.

David Niebuhr is a Public Health and Preventive Medicine provider in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Niebuhr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). His top area of expertise is Venous Thromboembolism (VTE).