
Overview
Dr. Silva is not only a board-certified Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgeon, but he has completed an accredited fellowship training program in Pediatric Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery. This gives him the unique skills necessary to take care of the entire family from very young children to the elderly.
The medical and surgical skills Dr. Silva acquired during his five-year Otolaryngology training program were greatly enhanced by completion of an additional one year fellowship training program in Pediatric Otolaryngology.
During this time, he was able to further develop the necessary skills to medically and surgically manage unique and complex disorders in critically ill premature infants and children.
Dr. Silva became a Diplomat of the American Board of Otolaryngology in April of 1997 after successfully passing a rigorous examination in General Otolaryngology, Otology, Facial Plastic Surgery, Head and Neck Surgery, and Pediatric Otolaryngology.
Dr. Silva is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Perichondritis, Septoplasty, and Adenoidectomy.
Dr. Silva is board certified in Board Certified Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery.
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Locations
19455 Deerfield Ave, Suite 301, Leesburg, VA 20176
Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda
Nyall London has a unique clinical practice focused on the care of patients with sinonasal and skull base cancers. As one of the few surgeons trained in both head and neck cancer surgery, as well as rhinology and skull base surgery, he offers patients comprehensive sinonasal tumor surgical care, including open and endoscopic approaches as well as neck dissection surgery. Dr. London has developed notable patient education events about the multidisciplinary and long-term care of patients with sinonasal malignancies. Additionally, he is an innovator of clinical trials for these rare tumors, with open clinical trial options available and multiple others in development. Internationally recognized for his expertise in the care of patients with sinonasal and skull base cancers, Dr. London was an associate editor for the first international consensus statement on sinonasal tumors, and was appointed president of the International Network for Sinonasal Cancer Research (2024–26). He directs a research laboratory at the National Cancer Institute/National Institutes of Health focused on therapeutic advances and mechanisms of sinonasal tumorigenesis. Dr. London has published more than 130 peer-reviewed research articles, reviews and book chapters, including co-first author publications in Nature, Nature Medicine, Science Translational Medicine and Nature Cell Biology. He earned his medical and doctoral degrees from the University of Utah, and completed his residency in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at Johns Hopkins. He also accomplished a fellowship in open and endoscopic head and neck and skull base surgery at The Ohio State University, under the direction of Dr. Ricardo Carrau. Dr. London is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Sinus Cancer, Teratocarcinosarcoma, Endoscopy, and Craniectomy. Dr. London is board certified in Head And Neck Surgery.
Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
Head and neck surgeon David Eisele specializes in surgery for malignant and benign tumors of the head and neck, with a focus on salivary gland neoplasms and disorders of the salivary glands that can be treated surgically. He is an expert in minimally invasive surgical approaches, including sialendoscopy. Salivary gland neoplasms and disorders are also the focus of Dr. Eisele’s research. He has published more than 300 research papers and edited multiple books related to head and neck surgery. Dr. Eisele earned a medical degree from Cornell University Medical College and completed residency training in general surgery and in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at the University of Washington. From 2012 to 2025, he served as director of the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Eisele is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Salivary Duct Stones, Salivary Gland Tumors, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Eisele is board certified in Head And Neck Surgery.
Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
Lee Akst, M.D., specializes in treating the larynx (voicebox), in particular the treatment of voice and swallowing disorders. He is a leading laryngologist in office-based procedures such as vocal fold injection augmentation, pulsed KTP laser treatment, and laryngeal botox injection. In the operating room, Dr. Akst specializes in phonosurgery for the treatment of vocal cord disease, with emphasis on voice restoration and improvement. A strong focus of his practice involves the use of pulsed angiolytic lasers, which allow for subspecialized care of laryngeal papillomas, laryngeal dysplasia, and early vocal cord cancers while preserving the quality and strength of the voice. Dr. Akst is a national leader in the field of laryngology and serves in leadership roles for the American Laryngological Association, the American Broncho-Esophagological Association, and the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. He lectures extensively on the treatment of laryngeal disease, teaching other physicians how to care for patients with voice and swallowing concerns. His research interests include the development of robotic laryngeal surgery, the study of voice and swallowing complaints in the elderly, and the advancement of pulsed lasers for the treatment of laryngeal diseases with a focus on leukoplakia. This provider is registered with the Florida Department of Health to perform telehealth services for patients in Florida. Dr. Akst is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Laryngitis, Perichondritis, Endoscopy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Akst is board certified in Head And Neck Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Andrew B. Silva
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew B. Silva?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Andrew B. Silva by calling their office at 703-858-4439. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Andrew B. Silva a top-rated expert for Nasal Septal Hematoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Andrew B. Silva is classified as an Advanced expert for Nasal Septal Hematoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Andrew B. Silva specialize in?
While Dr. Andrew B. Silva is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, and Perichondritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Andrew B. Silva accept my insurance?
Dr. Andrew B. Silva accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 703-858-4439 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Low Nasal BridgeDr. Silva isAdvanced. Learn about Low Nasal Bridge.
- Nasal Septal HematomaDr. Silva isAdvanced. Learn about Nasal Septal Hematoma.
- PerichondritisDr. Silva isAdvanced. Learn about Perichondritis.
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- Allergic RhinitisDr. Silva isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Rhinitis.
- Deafness Hypogonadism SyndromeDr. Silva isExperienced. Learn about Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.
- DFNB1Dr. Silva isExperienced. Learn about DFNB1.
- EmpyemaDr. Silva isExperienced. Learn about Empyema.
- Enlarged AdenoidsDr. Silva isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Adenoids.
- EthmoiditisDr. Silva isExperienced. Learn about Ethmoiditis.



