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    MediFind found 435 specialists near Mclean, VA

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      Nicholas Mahoney
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

      6430 Rockledge Drive, Building 6, Building 6, 
      Bethesda, MD 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nicholas R. Mahoney, M.D., is an Oculoplastic surgeon at the Wilmer Eye Institute's locations in Bethesda and Baltimore, Maryland. He is the chief of Wilmer's Oculoplastics Division. Dr. Mahoney specializes in surgery of the tissue surrounding the eyes, including the eyelids, eye socket (orbit) and tear drainage system. This includes removal of benign and malignant lesions of the eyelid and eye socket, repair of eyelid and eye socket trauma, reconstruction of the tear ducts and surgery for correcting abnormal eyelid position. Eyelid surgeries include surgeries for drooping eyelids, extra eyelid skin and heavy eyebrows for both functionally reconstructive and cosmetic reasons. Dr. Mahoney received his M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania and completed his ophthalmology residency at the Scheie Eye Institute, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He then completed additional specialty training as an American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) fellow at the Wilmer Eye Institute and Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Mahoney joined the Wilmer faculty in 2012. He has held various administrative responsibilities and is currently the Vice Chair of Information Technology & Data Science for the Department of Ophthalmology. Dr. Mahoney is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Entropion, Blocked Tear Duct, and Osteotomy.

      Pamela A. Wright
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

      Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

      Bethesda, MD 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      "Pamela A. Wright, M.D., is a breast surgeon with Johns Hopkins Community Physicians and the medical director of the Suburban Hospital Breast Center. Dr. Wright's expertise is in surgical oncology for breast cancer, including breast conserving surgery and sentinel lymph node biopsy. She also has expertise in benign breast disease and breast biopsy, including stereotactic and ultrasound-guided biopsy. Dr. Wright earned her Master of Science in Anatomy and her medical degree from University of Maryland School of Medicine. She completed a residency in general surgery at University of Maryland Medical Center, where she served as chief resident and administrative chief resident. Dr. Wright also completed a trauma research fellowship with the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Wright serves as the cancer liaison physician for the American College of Surgeons, of which she is also a fellow. Dr. Wright is also a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. Dr. Wright is repeatedly recognized as one of the area’s “Top Doctors in Breast Surgery"" by Washingtonian magazine. She has also received the Cancer Liaison Physician Outstanding Performance Award and the Health Care Hero Award from the American Cancer Society. Dr. Wright has published research and conducted clinical trials for breast cancer. She currently runs research trials with Suburban Hospital Oncology Research.". Dr. Wright is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy.

      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

      Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

      6420 Rockledge Dr, Suite 4200, 
      Bethesda, MD 
       (6.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Surupa Sen Gupta is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Sen Gupta is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, and Giant Mammary Hamartoma. Dr. Sen Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      13
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      13
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Eugene Lambert MD PC

      1635 N George Mason Dr Ste 430, 
      Arlington, VA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ranjit Pullarkat is a General Surgeon in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Pullarkat is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Hip Replacement.

      Expertise in
      12
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      12
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Office

      5215 Loughboro Rd NW Ste 150, 
      Washington, DC 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Martin Paul is a General Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Paul is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteral Reconstruction.

      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      General Surgery

      The Endocrinology Group PLLC

      1625 N George Mason Dr Ste 375, 
      Arlington, VA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Matthew Laporta is a General Surgeon in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Laporta is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

      Alexandra R. Tsesis
      Expertise in
      10
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      10
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

      Bethesda, MD 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, Hebrew, Russian

      Dr. Alexandra Roginsky is a fellowship-trained surgeon with expertise in robotic, minimally invasive and trauma surgery. Dr. Roginsky has two decades of broad surgical experience and is dedicated to finding the most effective, least invasive, way to treat patients. She completed her fellowship training at the University of Illinois at Chicago, her residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin and medical school at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She has been listed as a top surgeon by the Consumer’s Research Council of America and is widely published in multiple fields, including minimally invasive surgery and cancer biology. Videos Alexandra B. Roginsky, M.D.Acute Care and Trauma Surgeon Selected Publications Alexandra B. Roginsky, Alexander Tsesis, Hate speech, volition, and neurology, Journal of Law and the Biosciences, Volume 3, Issue 1, April 2016, Pages 174–177, https://doi.org/10.1093/jlb/lsv058 Roginsky, Alexandra. For Our Patients: On Becoming the Surgeon Advocate, Leader, and Learner. (2019). American College of Surgeons. https://www.facs.org/member-services/yfa/advocacy-essays/2019/aroginsky Roginsky, Alexandra. Young Fellows Advocacy and Action. American College of Surgeons. (2018). https://www.facs.org/member-services/yfa/advocacy-essays/2018/roginsky. Dr. Tsesis is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Colostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

      James W. Robey
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Sibley Memorial Hospital

      Washington, DC 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. James Robey is a Johns Hopkins surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive procedures. He has provided surgical services to Washington-area residents for over 30 years. He takes pride in providing a customized approach to care to ensure the best possible outcome. Dr. Robey is consistently recognized as a top doctor in the region by Bethesda Magazine and Washingtonian. Selected Publications “Relationship between tumor necrosis factor, eicosanoids and platelet activating factor as mediators of endotoxin-induced shock in mice.” Adam K. Myers, James W. Robey.British Journal of Pharmacology. (1990) 99, 499-502. “Ruptured, infected popliteal artery aneurysm, a case report.” James W. Robey, et al. Vascular Surgery. 1998. Dr. Robey is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Brett C. Parker
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

      Johns Hopkins University

      5255 Loughboro Rd Nw, Suite 210, 
      Washington, DC 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      5+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Brett Parker is a general surgeon and fellowship-trained minimally invasive foregut and bariatric surgeon. He is also the Program Director for the Johns Hopkins Advanced GI and Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship Program.Dr. Parker is an expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques including advanced laparoscopy and robotic surgery, as well as therapeutic flexible endoscopy. He is interested in promoting the evolving indications for surgical repair of paraesophageal hernias, as well as adjunct procedures surgeons can use to reduce recurrence rates. He offers a wide range of interventions for GERD, and promotes early surgical referral to discuss and tailor therapy to individual patient circumstances. Dr. Parker also has a robust abdominal wall reconstruction and weight loss surgery practice. He is widely published on the surgical outcomes of foregut surgery, emerging technologies, and innovation, as well as surgical simulation and skills transfer. As a member of the Johns Hopkins Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery in the Greater Washington Area, Dr. Parker is dedicated to the best, individualized, patient outcomes. Dr. Parker is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Katherine G. Lamond
      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

      Sibley Memorial Hospital

      5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 210, Suite 210, 
      Washington, DC 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Katherine Lamond is the Medical Director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Bariatrics Surgery at Sibley Memorial Hospital and Assistant Professor of Surgery for Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. She specializes in laparoscopic bariatric surgery, and performs the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy and Adjustable Gastric Banding at Sibley. She is also a surgeon with Johns Hopkins Surgery at Sibley, where she practices general surgery and advanced laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Lamond grew up in Maryland and attended Dartmouth College for her undergraduate education, before moving back to the area to attend Georgetown University School of Medicine. Her internship and residency in General Surgery were completed at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. She then completed a fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery. More recently, Dr. Lamond served as Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine from 2012-2015, prior to transitioning her practice to Sibley Memorial Hospital. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is active in both the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Videos Meet Katherine Lamond, M.D., Minimally Invasive Surgeon Surgical Weight Loss Options 101 GERD and Bariatric Surgery FAQ. Dr. Lamond is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

      Andrew Jung
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

      Johns Hopkins University

      5125 Loughboro Rd NW, Suite 150, 
      Washington, DC 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      11+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Andrew Jung is an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Johns Hopkins Department of Surgery. He is a board certified general surgeon and is fellowship-trained in minimally invasive foregut, bariatric, and hernia surgery. He currently sits on the Medical Executive Committee for Sibley Memorial Hospital. Dr. Jung is an expert in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease, swallowing disorders, and paraesophageal/hiatal hernias. He also specializes in abdominal core health, focusing on the management of abdominal wall hernias. Utilizing advanced robotic techniques, he aims to restore the anatomy of the abdominal wall in order to improve patient quality of life. Dr. Jung performed the first ever robotic component separation at Sibley Memorial Hospital.With a commitment to precision and patient-centered care, Dr. Jung utilizes advanced techniques to address a range of conditions affecting the digestive system and abdominal wall. His expertise not only ensures optimal results, but also promotes quicker recovery times and enhanced patient well-being. Dr. Jung is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction, Low Blood Pressure, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

      Expertise in
      22
      conditions
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Expertise in
      22
      conditions
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

      Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group LLC

      1625 N George Mason Dr, 334 Vhc Phy Grp Surgical S, 
      Arlington, VA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      George Younan is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Younan is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pancreas Divisum, Accessory Pancreas, Insulinoma, Pancreatectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Younan is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      17
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      17
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Medstar Medical Group Ii LLC

      6862 Elm St, 
      Mc Lean, VA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Erin Felger is a General Surgeon in Mc Lean, Virginia. Dr. Felger is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism, Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, Osteitis Fibrosa, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Felger is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      General Surgery

      MedStar Washington Hospital Center

      110 Irving St NW, 
      Washington, DC 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Christian Shults is a General Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Shults is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group LLC

      1625 N George Mason Dr, 315 Reinsch Pierve Ctr For, 
      Arlington, VA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mary Sebastian is a General Surgeon in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Sebastian is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Sebastian is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions

      Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group LLC

      1625 N George Mason Dr, Suite 315, 
      Arlington, VA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Heidi Gorsuch-Rafferty is a General Surgeon in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Gorsuch-Rafferty is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Fibroadenoma, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Gorsuch-Rafferty is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Capitol Surgeons

      8630 Fenton Street, Suite 122, Suite 122, 
      Silver Spring, MD 
       (8.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi, German, Gujarati , Hindi, Marathi

      Dr. Mohammed Kalan is a general surgeon affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital and George Washington University Hospital. He practices out of the Washington Institute of Surgery in Washington, D.C. and Chevy Chase, Md. Dr. Kalan has an expertise in abdominal surgery, clinical gastroenterology, colorectal surgery, gastrointestinal cancers, minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery and robotic surgery. Dr. Kalan earned his MBBS from Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Medical College in India. He completed a residency in general surgery at Temple University School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at George Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Kalan is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the Royal College of Surgeons of London and Edinburgh, U.K. Dr. Kalan has earned numerous awards. His teaching awards include the Outstanding Faculty Teacher for the Department of Surgery from Georgetown University Hospital in 2001; the Golden Apple Award Nomination from Georgetown University Medical School in 2000; the Georgetown Caring Star from Georgetown University Hospital in 2009 and 2003; and the W.L. Gore/Stuart I. Myers Award for Academic Excellence from Temple University in 1998. Dr. Kalan has also been named one of America’s Top Surgeons by the Consumers’ Research Council of America from 2010-2014; and a Top Doctor in General and Laparoscopic Surgery by Washingtonian magazine in 2002. Dr. Kalan is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Appendicitis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Medical Faculty Associates, Inc

      900 23rd St Nw, 
      Washington, DC 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Salem Noureldine is a General Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Noureldine has been practicing medicine for over 17 years is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Parathyroid Adenoma, Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Metro Colon And Rectal Surgery PC

      4701 Randolph Rd Ste 203, 
      Rockville, MD 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rami Makhoul is a General Surgeon in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Makhoul is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Levator Syndrome, Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      General Surgery | Neurosurgery
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      General Surgery | Neurosurgery
      8230 Boone Blvd, Suite 360, 
      Vienna, VA 
       (3.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Buelent Yapicilar is a General Surgeon and a Neurosurgery provider in Vienna, Virginia. Dr. Yapicilar is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Yapicilar is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery PC

      2710 Prosperity Ave Ste 200, 
      Fairfax, VA 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      John Tillou is a General Surgeon in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Tillou is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lynch Syndrome, Colorectal Cancer, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy.

      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Vhc Health Trauma Surgery-Arlington

      1635 N George Mason Dr Ste 430, 
      Arlington, VA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rony Ramia is a General Surgeon in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Ramia is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Howard University Hospital

      2041 Georgia Ave NW, 
      Washington, DC 
       (8.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Suryanarayana Siram is a General Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Siram is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement.

      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Vhc Health Trauma Surgery-Arlington

      1635 N George Mason Dr Ste 430, 
      Arlington, VA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dennis Wang is a General Surgeon in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Wang is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Atlantic General Surgery Associates LLC

      5602B Shields Dr, 
      Bethesda, MD 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Enrique Daza is a General Surgeon in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Daza is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, and Hernia Surgery.

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      When should I see a General Surgeon near Mclean, VA?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a General Surgeon near Mclean, VA?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank General Surgeons near Mclean, VA?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by General Surgeons near Mclean, VA?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a General Surgeon in Mclean?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the General Surgeon search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different General Surgeon?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a General Surgeon near Mclean, VA?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my General Surgeon?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my General Surgeon may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female General Surgeons near Mclean, VA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the General Surgeon search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      What are the most common health conditions that a General Surgeon near Mclean, VA might treat?

      Can I filter my search to find a General Surgeon that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the General Surgeon search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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