Overview
Dr. Avik Karmaker is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in minimally invasive robotic surgery. He joined the Inova General Surgery team in 2022. Dr. Karmaker comes to Inova from New York Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital and has over 13 years of experience practicing in General Surgery. Dr. Karmaker offers both robotic and laparoscopic techniques in surgery focusing on the unique needs of the individual patient and using the path that is most beneficial to the patient. He treats the following conditions: Appendicitis, Colon Cancer and Diverticulitis, Gallbladder disease, GERD and Reflux disease, Hernias including Abdominal, Inguinal, Femoral and Paraoesophageal, and Skin Cancers and Lesions, Cysts, and Lipomas Dr. Karmaker is a member of the American College of Surgeons, and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons.
His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, and Small Bowel Resection.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1800 North Beauregard St, 40, Alexandria, VA 23111
400 Fannon St, 3rd Fl, Alexandria, VA 22301
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Dr. Karmaker has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Avik Karmaker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Avik Karmaker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Avik Karmaker by calling their office at 703-359-8640. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Avik Karmaker a top-rated expert for Cholecystitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Avik Karmaker is classified as an Experienced expert for Cholecystitis, 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. Avik Karmaker specialize in?
While Dr. Avik Karmaker is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Avik Karmaker participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Avik Karmaker has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cholecystitis. You can view a list of Dr. Avik Karmaker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Avik Karmaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Avik Karmaker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 703-359-8640 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- CellulitisDr. Karmaker isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Karmaker isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Karmaker isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Epidural LipomatosisDr. Karmaker isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Lipomatosis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Karmaker isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.