
Overview
Mark L. Kovler is an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatric General and Thoracic Surgery at Children’s National Hospital, where he provides expert surgical care for infants, children and adolescents. He specializes in using advanced minimally invasive techniques to treat a broad spectrum of pediatric conditions, including hernias, gastroesophageal reflux, chest wall deformities, congenital anomalies and appendicitis. Dr. Kovler also has a special focus on pediatric and adolescent bariatric surgery, serving as the director of Bariatric Surgery at Children's National, where he offers innovative and personalized care for young patients facing obesity-related health challenges. Dr. Kovler completed his specialized pediatric surgery fellowship at Children's National. Prior to that, he trained in the distinguished general surgical residency program at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, which included a two-year NIH-funded research fellowship focused on neonatal intestinal disorders. He earned his medical degree from the George Washington University School of Medicine, graduating with distinction and being elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. Dr. Kovler completed his undergraduate studies at Princeton University. Dr. Kovler is actively engaged in research focused on improving the delivery of pediatric surgical care and enhancing outcomes for children. He is also deeply involved in the education and training of surgical residents and fellows, as well as in teaching and mentoring medical students. A native of Washington, D.C., Dr. Kovler is proud to bring his expertise to serving the local community, offering his dedication and commitment to patient care for children and families in the region.
Dr. Kovler is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Appendicitis, Necrosis, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Kovler is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2023. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 31 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Kovler is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
3023 Hamaker Court, Fairfax, VA 22031
Clinical Research
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Inova Cardiac And Vascular Surgery
Dr. Dipankar Mukherjee is a specialty care physician board certified in general and vascular surgery and serves as Chief of Vascular Surgery at Inova Fairfax Hospital. He has been a medical staff member at Inova Fairfax Hospital since 1990. Dr. Mukherjee is a registered vascular technologist and peripheral vascular interpreter. He currently practices only vascular surgery and specializes in the management of aortic aneurysms (open and minimally invasive technique), carotid artery surgery, dialysis access, and laser treatment of varicose veins and blockages in all arteries. Dr. Mukherjee became interested in vascular surgery because he could help his patients by performing minimally invasive endovascular procedures and open surgery to treat various vascular issues and improve their quality of life. Dr. Mukherjee was selected by the Society for Vascular Surgery Executive Board to be a member of their writing group, working on the Global vascular guidelines on the management of chronic limb-threatening ischemia (GVG CLTI). He is a steering committee member for the Senior Group of the Society of Vascular Surgery. He participates in several ongoing national and international trials to manage abdominal aortic aneurysms and carotid and peripheral arterial diseases. He has authored over 120 peer-reviewed papers and book chapters and is a speaker at major national vascular conferences. Dr. Mukherjee was born in India. He has served in the U.S. Army as Chief of Vascular Surgery at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, WA. He currently resides in Northern Virginia with his wife. He has two daughters who are both physicians and four grandchildren who are their pride and joy. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, watching cricket and playing tennis. Dr. Mukherjee is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Angioplasty. Dr. Mukherjee is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery) - 2027 and American Board Of Surgery - Vascular Surgery - 2029. Dr. Mukherjee is currently accepting new patients.
Main Hospital-Surgical Specialty Clinic
Marc Levitt is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Levitt is highly rated in 10 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 Surgery (General Surgery): American Board Of Surgery, 2010, Cardiothoracic Surgery: American Board Of Surgery, 2010, and Pediatric Surgery: American Board Of Surgery, 2012. Dr. Levitt is currently accepting new patients.
Inova Saville Screening And Prevention Center
"Dr. Shawna Willey joined our renowned Breast Cancer Program with more than 30 years of experience, and serves as Peterson Chair of Breast Cancer Research, a position endowed by the Peterson Family Foundation. In her role, she leads research endeavors and provides recommendations for new technologies and treatments in breast cancer. She joined Inova Schar Cancer from MedStar Georgetown University Hospital where she was the Chief of the Department of Surgery and Director of MedStar's Regional Breast Health Program. She is the former President of the American Society of Breast Surgery and the current Chairman of the Board of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. As a board-certified breast surgeon, Dr. Willey has spent her entire career in the Washington, DC, area, mentoring medical students, residents and breast surgery fellows. She is recognized nationally and internationally for her leadership and surgical capabilities, and has performed medical missions, including health education programs, throughout the world. Dr. Willey has led advances in surgical technology and research as a pioneer in the adoption of nipple-sparing mastectomy, and management and surveillance of patients with gene mutation carriers. She has written more than 50 peer-reviewed articles and book contributions and is consistently listed as ""Top Doctor"" in Newsweek and U.S. News & World Report and ""Best Doctor"" in Washingtonian Magazine. Areas of Focus Breast surgery Nipple-sparing mastectomy Management and surveillance of patients with gene mutation carriers Blog Posts Is Radiation Necessary After Breast Cancer Surgery? (May 2021)". Dr. Willey is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Willey is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mark L. Kovler
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mark L. Kovler?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mark L. Kovler by calling their office at 571-226-8380. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mark L. Kovler a top-rated expert for Appendectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mark L. Kovler is classified as an Advanced expert for Appendectomy, 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. Mark L. Kovler specialize in?
While Dr. Mark L. Kovler is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Appendectomy, Short Bowel Syndrome, and Appendicitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Mark L. Kovler participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mark L. Kovler has published 31 articles and abstracts on conditions like Appendectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Mark L. Kovler's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mark L. Kovler accept my insurance?
Dr. Mark L. Kovler accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareFirst. We recommend calling the office directly at 571-226-8380 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- AppendectomyDr. Kovler isAdvanced. Learn about Appendectomy.
- AppendicitisDr. Kovler isAdvanced. Learn about Appendicitis.
- NecrosisDr. Kovler isAdvanced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Short Bowel SyndromeDr. Kovler isAdvanced. Learn about Short Bowel Syndrome.
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- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Kovler isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Kovler isExperienced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EndoscopyDr. Kovler isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- HerniaDr. Kovler isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)Dr. Kovler isExperienced. Learn about Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS).
- Pectus ExcavatumDr. Kovler isExperienced. Learn about Pectus Excavatum.


