Michael G. Svestka
Expertise in
2
conditions
Expertise in
2
conditions
13135 Route 50, 305, 
Fairfax, VA 

Overview

Michael Svestka, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon and Assistant Professor of Medical Education at the University of Virginia School of Medicine at Inova. He currently serves as Medical Director of the Inova Comprehensive Hernia Program. Dr. Svestka is an active member of the American Hernia Society and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), as well as a peer reviewer for the SAGES affiliate journal, Surgical Endoscopy. He is committed to staying up to date on the latest research and techniques in the field of hernia surgery and is a member of the Abdominal Core Health Quality Collaborative, a national database designed to track hernia outcomes. Born and raised in McLean, VA, Dr. Svestka is a native of the Washington, DC, metropolitan area and a graduate of St. Albans School at Washington National Cathedral. He completed his undergraduate studies at the College of William and Mary, followed by a postbaccalaureate at Harvard, before attending Eastern Virginia.

Dr. Svestka is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Eastern Virginia Medical School

Residency

SUNY Stony Brook University Medical Center Training Specialty: General Surgery 7/1/2013 - 6/30/2018

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in VA

Hospital Affiliations

Inova Alexandria Hospital
Inova Fairfax Hospital
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital
Inova Loudoun Hospital
Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Awards

Top Doctor
Washingtonian
2022
2023
Fellow
American College of Surgeons Member
Abdominal Core Health Quality Collaborative
Member
American Hernia Society Member
Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
Blog Posts
Hernia surgery: what you need to know (February 2025)

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
CareFirst
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  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HealthKeepers
  • POS
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Innovation Health
  • HMO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
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  • STATE MEDICAID
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Piedmont
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  • POS
Premera Blue Cross
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  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Sentara Healthcare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
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  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Inova General Surgery - Greenbriar
13135 Route 50, 305, Fairfax, VA 22033
Other Locations
Inova Surgery - Willow Oaks
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 600, Fairfax, VA 22031

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Is Dr. Michael G. Svestka a top-rated expert for Ogilvie Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael G. Svestka is classified as an Advanced expert for Ogilvie Syndrome, 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. Michael G. Svestka specialize in?

While Dr. Michael G. Svestka is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Michael G. Svestka participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Michael G. Svestka has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ogilvie Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Michael G. Svestka's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Michael G. Svestka 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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