25 of the Best General Surgeons Near Me in Centreville, VA

Dr. Kirsten Edmiston is a fellowship-trained breast oncology surgeon. She joined Inova Fairfax Medical Center’s medical staff in 1997. Academically, Dr. Edmiston is an assistant professor of surgery at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, Inova campus, teaching students and residents. She has a master’s in population health and a graduate certificate in healthcare quality/safety management from Thomas Jefferson University. She is a successful breast surgeon focused on the multidisciplinary management of patients with benign and malignant breast disease. She enjoys partnering with patients and families to overcome the challenges of breast cancer. Within Inova, Dr. Edmiston has served in multiple leadership roles in surgical quality care and safety; she currently serves as the Chief Surgical Quality Officer for the health system. Dr. Edmiston has extensive experience leading interdisciplinary teams for coordinated care delivery and working with colleagues across Inova in surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, radiology, OB-GYN, primary care, etc. She is most proud of leading Inova to become Quality Verified by the American College of Surgeons for all five hospitals. She also speaks nationally about the drive to improve surgical care and quality. She currently serves as the surgeon champion for the American College of Surgeons’ National Surgical Quality Improvement Program. Fundamentally, Dr. Edmiston is dedicated to the safe delivery of surgical care for every patient, every touch, in a culture of excellence, strong communication and psychological safety. Dr. Edmiston is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Intraductal Papilloma, and Lymphadenectomy.

Dr. Robert Ahmed is a board-certified surgeon. He joined Inova Health System in 2021 and has been practicing since 1987. Read Dr. Ahmed’s Personal Statement Below For me, there is a special gratification that comes with being a surgeon. Being a surgeon requires clinical knowledge and technical skill. While I certainly take pride in that, I believe it’s the emotional connection with patients that elevates surgery from a science to an art. I am well aware that surgery is among the most stressful experiences of a patient’s life. In my practice, I seek to address both the physical and emotional well-being of my patients and strive to provide a compassionate and caring environment for their surgical care. I view my life as a journey of both personal and professional development. Just as I stay up-to-date on the latest surgical innovations such as minimally invasive techniques and improved pain control, I also seek to develop personally. Living overseas as the child of a U.S. Foreign Service Officer has left me with an insatiable appetite for travel and I continue to see as much of the world as I can, as often as I can. I am an avid photographer and enjoy wood working projects. Above all, I value immensely the time I spend with my family; my wife Liz, and our three children Matt, Nick and Chris. Memberships/Accreditations Fellow, American College of Surgeons Member, American Society of Breast Surgeons Care Partner, Cancer Treatment Centers of America Member, Americas Hernia Society Top Doctors, Washingtonian, 2020, 2022 Top 100 Doctors, Washingtonian Top Surgeon, Washington Consumers’ Checkbook Best Doctors, Northern Virginia Magazine Guide to America’s Top Surgeons, Consumer’s Research Council of America Super Doctors, 2011, 2015 Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award, 2013. Dr. Ahmed is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Dr. Richard Brenner is a board-certified general surgeon. He joined Inova Health System in 2020 and has been practicing since 1991. Read Dr. Brenner’s Personal Statement Below I strive for surgical excellence and timely/efficient recovery for my patients. I try to convey to each patient my compassion for them as they recover from surgery. In the office, hospital and surgery center, I use the best technology available, including minimally invasive, laparoscopic and robotic surgical equipment to ensure that I minimize the post-operative discomfort for my patients. I stay up-to-date with the latest surgical techniques through course and conference attendance, practice with surgical simulators and learn on-line with surgical webinars and forums. I participate in collaborative organizations that track surgical outcomes in an effort to achieve the best results attainable for every one of my patients. Memberships/Accreditations Member, Americas Hernia Society Top Doctors, Washingtonian, 2012, 2014-2017, 2020, 2022 Named in “Guide to America’s Top Surgeons” by Consumer’s Research Council of America Best Doctors, Northern Virginia Magazine. Dr. Brenner is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

Enoch Sanders is a General Surgeon in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Sanders is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Diverticular Disease, Cellulitis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.

Mark Bowyer is a General Surgeon in Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Bowyer is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Compartment Syndrome, Femoral Hernia, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Fasciotomy.

Stephanie Akbari is a General Surgeon in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Akbari is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.

Dr. Matthew Scriven is a board-certified surgeon. He joined Inova Health System in 2020 and has been practicing since 2012. Read Dr. Scriven’s personal statement below I was driven to be a surgeon because of my desire to have a career where I could have a direct, positive impact in people’s lives. I also wanted to be in an environment where I am constantly challenged and have the opportunity to continually learn. I want each and every one of my patients to leave the office feeling well informed about their medical problem and the options available to them for treatment. If their treatment includes surgery, I want them to understand why they need surgery, how it will be performed, and what to expect during their recovery. The most important aspect of any surgery is to perform it safely, minimizing any risks for the patient. I love to stay on the cutting edge of surgical care and do so by talking with my colleagues all across the country, staying up to date with surgical journals, and attending conferences. When I am not with my patients, I love to spend my time with my lovely wife and three beautiful daughters. Memberships/Accreditations Top Docs, Washingtonian, 2020. Dr. Scriven is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

Dr. Barry Walter is a board-certified surgeon. He joined Inova Health System in 2021 and has been practicing since 1991. Read Dr. Walter's Personal Statement Below I’ve wanted to pursue a career as a surgeon since I was a kid. I had a book called “All about the Human Body.” It had a big impact on me. I love biology and I love fixing things, so it was a perfect fit. I want patients to understand their medical problem, how I can fix it, and to feel comfortable with their decision to have surgery. The most important thing about any surgery is for patients to trust their surgeon implicitly. Being a trusted surgeon has given me a purpose in life that goes beyond just work and home. I feel gratified knowing I will leave behind hundreds of patients who would otherwise not be alive, and thousands that are better off due to my efforts. I am proud that I have been instrumental in fundamentally changing the nature of surgery in Northern Virginia. With the support of the founding partners of VSA, I have been able to bring advanced minimally invasive surgery to this area when it was previously almost nonexistent. It is also important to enjoy family and friends and in my spare time I like to hike, sail and ski with them. I have also been active in Tae Kwon Do for 17 years, and am now a 5th degree black belt, part time instructor. Memberships/Accreditations Fellow, American College of Surgeons Member, Society of Laparo-Endoscopic Surgery Member, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons Member, American Society of Breast Surgeons Member, Americas Hernia Society Top Doctor, Washingtonian, 2020 “Guide to America’s Top Surgeons”, by Consumer’s Research Council of America Best Docs, Northern Virginia Magazine. Dr. Walter is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Vagotomy.

Dr. Donna Mazloomdoost is a board certified gynecologic surgeon specializing in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. She joined Inova in 2019 and has been practicing since 2003. Dr. Mazloomdoost is currently an Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Virginia Commonwealth University. Prior to joining Inova, Dr. Mazloomdoost was a clinical assistant professor at George Washington University School of Medicine and an assistant professor at Georgetown University School of Medicine, where she also served as the Assistant Clerkship Director for the obstetrics and gynecology medical student rotation. Her research and clinical interests focus on pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence. She has over 60 publications of scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals and regularly presents at national and international scientific meetings regarding pelvic floor disorders research. Dr. Mazloomdoost is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Uterine Prolapse, Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Hysterectomy, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation.

Dr. Anita Pillai-Allen is a specialty care physician board certified in obstetrics and gynecology, as well as urogynecology. She joined Inova in 2024 and has been practicing since 1988. Dr. Pillai is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Uterine Prolapse, Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, and Pelvic Inflammatory Disease.

James Lesniewski is a General Surgeon in Dulles, Virginia. Dr. Lesniewski is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Paula Ferrada, MD, FACS, FCCM, MAMSE, is a board-certified surgeon, mentor, and educator with more than a decade of experience. She joined Inova in 2021 and currently serves as the Division and System Chief of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery. In addition to her leadership roles, Dr. Ferrada served as the Program Director for the Surgical Critical Care Fellowship at Inova Fairfax Hospital. She has enhanced the educational curriculum, restructured several rotations, and expanded faculty development opportunities. Prior to joining Inova, Dr. Ferrada was a Professor of Surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), where she served as the Program Director for the Surgical Critical Care Fellowship and the Medical Director of the Surgical and Trauma Intensive Care Unit at VCU Health Systems. She was also an elected board member of the Medical College of Virginia Physicians. Dr. Ferrada completed her medical education in Colombia, her native country, before relocating to the United States to pursue further training. After a year of research at the University of Miami, she joined Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, one of Harvard’s major teaching hospitals, for her surgical residency. She was the first Colombian woman to graduate from a surgical subspecialty at Harvard. Dr. Ferrada then continued her training in trauma and critical care at the University of Pittsburgh before joining the R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center as their first acute care surgery fellow. Dr. Ferrada’s passion for educating and mentoring young surgeons began during her residency when she became an ultrasound instructor with the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Since then, she has received multiple teaching awards from various institutions and has held leadership roles within the ACS, the Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma, the Virginia chapter of the Association for Women Surgeons, and the Pan-American Trauma Society. An internationally recognized advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion, Dr. Ferrada is also an esteemed researcher. She serves on the editorial boards of several peer-reviewed journals, including Surgery, Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, and Journal of the American College of Surgeons, and she is an associate editor for the American Journal of Surgery. Dr. Ferrada is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Low Blood Pressure, Myocardial Contusion, Ogilvie Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Elizabeth Franco is a General Surgeon in Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Franco is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Dr. Nicolette Horbach is a specialty care physician board certified in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology. She joined Inova in 2022 and has been practicing since 1982. Prior to joining Inova, Dr. Horbach worked as a physician partner at Mid-Atlantic Urogynecology and Pelvic Surgery. Dr. Horbach’s research interests include epidemiologic risk factors for incontinence and prolapse in middle-aged, perimenopausal and postmenopausal women; effects of aging and hormonal deficiency on tissues of the lower urinary tract; and the effects of childbirth on the pelvic floor. Dr. Horbach is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Uterine Prolapse, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Urinary Incontinence, and Rectocele.

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.

Dr. Amir Moazzez is a specialty care physician board certified in metabolic bariatric surgery at Inova. He has had extensive training and experience in the field of metabolic/bariatric/weight loss surgery and works exclusively with morbidly obese individuals. He has helped his patients resolve comorbid conditions and improve their quality of life.Dr. Moazzez is one of the top bariatric surgeons in the Washington, DC, region, having performed over 5,000 weight loss surgeries. He previously served as Chief of Surgery at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Medical Director of Inova’s weight loss surgery program; and Director for the minimally invasive bariatric fellowship program.Dr. Moazzez is a subspecialist and has performed multiple advanced bariatric procedures including laparoscopic and robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, laparoscopic and robotic sleeve gastrectomy, and gastric banding procedures. He also specializes in laparoscopic and robotic hernia and gallbladder surgeries. He became interested in the field of weight loss surgery during his training at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC. Since then, his focus has been on bettering the lives of those suffering from long-term obesity.Dr. Moazzez and his team believe in a multidisciplinary approach, lifelong commitment to improving lifestyle and eating habits, and treating morbid obesity with ongoing support from surgeons, dietitians, psychologists and exercise specialists. His goal is to ensure that prospective patients are well informed and to offer this life-changing experience in a safe, seamless and convenient manner.A native Washingtonian, Dr. Moazzez currently resides in McLean, VA, with his wife and two children. During his free time, he enjoys bicycling, exercising and spending time with family. Dr. Moazzez is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Obesity, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Dr. Hamid Pourshojae is a specialty care physician board certified in general surgeon at Inova. He has surgical interests in the areas of bariatric surgery, gallbladder surgery, hernia problems/surgery and treatment options, and minimally invasive surgery. He has over 28 years of experience and has performed thousands of robotic and laparoscopic bariatric and general surgery cases.Prior to joining Inova, Dr. Pourshojae led a private surgical practice where he performed many advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures including robotic and laparoscopic bariatric, robotic and laparoscopic gastric and small bowel surgery, colon surgery, and robotic and laparoscopic hernia repair. Dr. Pourshojae is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, Obesity, Hernia Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Sherif Selim is a General Surgeon in Reston, Virginia. Dr. Selim is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Cellulitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Elizabeth Feldman is a General Surgeon in Reston, Virginia. Dr. Feldman is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Fibroadenoma, and Lymphadenectomy.

Karim Trad is a General Surgeon in Reston, Virginia. Dr. Trad is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Kenneth Henson is a General Surgeon in Manassas, Virginia. Dr. Henson is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Diverticular Disease, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Mark Bartolozzi is a General Surgeon in Manassas, Virginia. Dr. Bartolozzi is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Hernia, Breast Infection, and Gallstones.

Alexandra Booth is a General Surgeon in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Booth is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Peripheral Artery Disease.

Frederick Liu is a General Surgeon in Centreville, Virginia. Dr. Liu is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Periodontitis and Cherubism. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

Gwendolyn Garnett is a General Surgeon in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Garnett is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, Splenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.