
Overview
Anthony Sandler, MD, is the Senior Vice President and Surgeon-in-Chief of the Joseph E. Robert, Jr., Center for Surgical Care at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. He is the Diane and Norman Bernstein professor and chair in pediatric surgery and a professor of surgery and pediatrics at George Washington University. He is also principal investigator in the Immunology Initiative of the Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation. Dr. Sandler's research interests include tumor immunology and tumor vaccine therapy, as well as the application of novel devices and technologies in surgical practice. Dr. Sandler is internationally known for his work on childhood solid tumors and operative repair of certain congenital anomalies. He has served on multiple committees for the American Association of Pediatric Surgery and has also served on several committees of the Children’s Oncology Group. In 2025, Dr. Sandler received a remarkable honor: The Royal College of Surgeons of England made him an honorary fellow. He is currently on the Board of Examiners for the Pediatric Surgery Qualifying examination. Dr. Sandler’s research interests focus on solid tumors of childhood, in which his current research in tumor immunology investigates immunotherapeutic vaccine strategies. He has co-developed a surgical polymer sealant that is funded by the NIH and is currently in pre-clinical trials. Dr. Sandler has over 100 peer-reviewed publications in clinical and scientific medical journals.
Dr. Sandler is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Gliomatosis Cerebri, and Gastrostomy.
Dr. Sandler is board certified in Pediatric Surgery: American Board Of Surgery, 1998. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 62 peer reviewed articles.
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Robert Keating, MD, is currently a McCullough distinguished professor, interim senior vice president, Neuroscience and Behavioral Medicine Center and chief of Neurosurgery at Children’s National Hospital. A graduate of Georgetown University Medical School, he completed a neurosurgery residency and fellowship in pediatric neurosurgery/craniofacial surgery at the Albert Einstein and Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, NY. Following his training, Dr. Keating served in the U.S. Navy and was stationed at the Oakland Naval Hospital serving as the chief from 1991-1994. After his time in the Navy, he returned to the Bronx where he was on staff at Montefiore Medical Center as well as the Bronx Municipal Hospital Center for two years before coming back to Washington, D.C., in 1996 to join the faculty at Children’s National Dr. Keating's past appointments include the president of the medical staff at Children’s National, as well as head of credentials. He currently maintains a busy practice of pediatric neurosurgery, with an emphasis on tumors, Chiari malformations, craniofacial reconstruction, spinal dysraphism, spasticity and brachial plexus surgery. As a member of the American Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery and International Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery, he has published and presented extensively in the field. His publications include the previous texts, “An Atlas of Orbitocranial Surgery” and “Tumors of the Pediatric Nervous System” (2nd edition published in 2013), with current work on Neurosurgical Operative Atlas, (2nd ed. Goodrich JT, and Keating RF, Thieme) due for publication in 2018. He is also chair, medical advisory committee on the Board of the American Syringomyelia Alliance Project as well as a founding member of the Posterior Fossa Society and maintains long-standing membership in the CNS, AANS, ASPN and ISPN. Dr. Keating is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Craniosynostosis, Metopic Ridge, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy. Dr. Keating is board certified in Neurological Surgery: American Board Of Neurological Surgery, 2000 and Neurological Surgery: American Board Of Neurological Surgery, 1993.
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Marc Levitt is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. He has been practicing medicine for over 33 years. Dr. Levitt is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hirschsprung Disease, Total Intestinal Aganglionosis, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Levitt is board certified in Pediatric Surgery: American Board Of Surgery, 2012, Surgery (General Surgery): American Board Of Surgery, 2010, and Cardiothoracic Surgery: American Board Of Surgery, 2010.
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Chima Oluigbo, MD, FRCSC, FAANS, is a pediatric neurosurgeon at Children’s National Hospital and Professor of Neurological Surgery, Neurology and Pediatrics at the George Washington University School of Medicine. He completed his residency in neurological surgery at University Hospitals Birmingham, England and subsequently completed fellowships at the University of Colorado (pediatric neurosurgery) and the Ohio State University (functional and stereotactic neurosurgery). He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Neurological Surgery and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is a Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) and an active member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) and the AANS/CNS Section on Pediatric Neurological Surgery. Dr. Oluigbo cares for children with all types of diseases of the nervous system such as epilepsy, brain and spine tumors, hydrocephalus, craniosynostosis, spina bifida and tethered spinal cord. He specializes in the surgical care of children with epilepsy as well as pediatric functional and restorative neurosurgery. He uses minimally invasive techniques to treat patients with epilepsy. These techniques include the Visualase laser ablation therapy and the ROSA robot assisted epilepsy surgery. He also uses advanced intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI) during epilepsy surgery to optimize seizure control outcomes. Dr. Oluigbo previously led the epilepsy surgery service at the Ohio State University Medical Center where he was actively involved in functional neurosurgery (deep brain stimulation). His research interests include epilepsy surgery, deep brain stimulation, functional neurological restoration and the development of innovative neuromodulation therapies for the treatment of chronic neurological disorders including epilepsy, movement disorders, neurobehavioral and cognitive disorders, chronic pain and spasticity in children. Dr. Oluigbo is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cortical Dysplasia, Epilepsy, Seizures, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy. Dr. Oluigbo is board certified in American Board Of Pediatric Neurological Surgery, 2014.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Anthony D. Sandler
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Anthony D. Sandler?
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Is Dr. Anthony D. Sandler a top-rated expert for Appendicitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Anthony D. Sandler is classified as an Distinguished expert for Appendicitis, 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. Anthony D. Sandler specialize in?
While Dr. Anthony D. Sandler is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Appendicitis, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, and Necrotizing Enterocolitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Anthony D. Sandler participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Anthony D. Sandler has published 62 articles and abstracts on conditions like Appendicitis. You can view a list of Dr. Anthony D. Sandler's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Anthony D. Sandler accept my insurance?
Dr. Anthony D. Sandler accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-884-2327 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- AppendicitisDr. Sandler isDistinguished. Learn about Appendicitis.
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- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- GastrostomyDr. Sandler isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Sandler isAdvanced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Sandler isAdvanced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
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- Atresia of Small IntestineDr. Sandler isExperienced. Learn about Atresia of Small Intestine.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux in InfantsDr. Sandler isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants.
- GastroschisisDr. Sandler isExperienced. Learn about Gastroschisis.
- HerniaDr. Sandler isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Sandler isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Premature InfantDr. Sandler isExperienced. Learn about Premature Infant.


