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

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

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 clinical expertise encompasses 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 clinical expertise encompasses Uterine Prolapse, Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, and Pelvic Inflammatory Disease.

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 clinical expertise encompasses Uterine Prolapse, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Urinary Incontinence, and Rectocele.

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 clinical expertise encompasses Low Blood Pressure, Myocardial Contusion, Ogilvie Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Elizabeth Franco is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Franco is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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

"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.

D’Aniello Chair, Breast Surgery Medical Director, Inova Breast Care Center Inova Schar Cancer Dr. Cocilovo is a board-certified, fellowship trained breast surgeon at Inova. She served as associate director of breast surgery and an assistant professor of surgery at Georgetown before becoming the new medical director of the Inova Breast Care Center. Dr. Cocilovo has numerous publications in national journals and surgical textbooks and has presented nationally on topics in breast surgery. She has also been involved in numerous research projects including prophylactic mastectomy for BRCA gene mutation carriers; the use of nipple-sparing mastectomy, screening the high-risk patient, evaluating the delivery of genetic counseling and the use of MRI in breast cancer staging. She looks forward to continuing her involvement in both research and clinical practice at Inova. Dr. Cocilovo lives in Northern Virginia with her husband and 3 boys. Dr. Cocilovo is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.

Dr. Sara Bruce joined Inova after the completion of her breast surgical oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. Previously, she trained in general surgery at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Bruce currently serves as the medical director of the Inova Breast Cancer Program at Inova Alexandria Hospital. Originally from Maryland, she is happy to have settled in the DC/Northern Virginia area. Throughout her life, Dr. Bruce has always been involved in a multitude of art projects. She feels lucky to have a career that allows her to combine the fine motor skills of her artistic side with her interest in biologic science. In her spare time, Dr. Bruce enjoys spending time with her husband, two sons and dog, and tries to make time for painting, drawing and other artistic projects. Dr. Bruce is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy.

Dr. Piper is a transplant surgeon and a general surgeon with more than 20 years expertise in pancreatic and hepatobiliary surgery. As one of the original physicians with Inova Medical Group, Dr. Piper has been employed by Inova for over 12 years. He currently serves as an associate professor of surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University and participates in missions to provide surgical services in underserved areas. After undergoing several surgical procedures in high school, Dr. Piper became interested in medicine and surgery and went on to work as an orderly in the operating rooms. During medical school, he developed a special interest in transplantation and completed a fellowship in multi-organ transplant following his general surgical residency. Dr. Piper has always had a special interest in pancreatic and hepatobiliary surgery and completed a second fellowship to develop special expertise in this area. His goal is to help all patients suffering from end-stage organ disease as well as patients with cancers and complex problems of the pancreas, liver and bile ducts. A native of Des Moines, Iowa, Dr. Piper currently resides in Northern Virginia with his wife and three children. In his spare time, he enjoys participating in mission trips around the world, traveling with his family and woodworking. Dr. Piper is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Pancreatectomy, and Kidney Transplant.

Dr. Hani Seoudi is an acute care surgeon board certified in general surgery and surgical critical care. He has been a team member at Inova Fairfax Medical Camps since 2002. In addition to managing a wide range of surgical diseases, Dr. Seoudi has a special interest in the management of surgical emergencies, traumatic injuries and anterior exposure of the thoracic and lumbar spine. Dr. Seoudi is an associate professor of surgery at the UVA School of Medicine, where he is the director of the critical care medicine course in the surgical/trauma ICU. In addition, he participates in the training of surgical residents from the DC area. He is a member of various hospital committees at Inova Fairfax Hospital including the Department of Surgery Quality Improvement Committee and the Trauma Committee. Prior to moving to the Northern Virginia area, Dr. Seoudi served as an assistant professor of surgery at UMASS and the Trauma Medical Director at Berkshire Medical Center. In his spare time Dr. Seoudi enjoys working in his garden, baking artisan bread and nature photography. Dr. Seoudi is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. Erik Teicher is a specialty care physician board certified in general surgery and surgical critical care. He joined Inova Medical Group with over nine years of clinical experience. He has additional training in surgical critical care and trauma surgery, with a special interest in all aspects of general surgery including advanced minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Teicher currently serves as an Associate Professor of Surgery for the Virginia Commonwealth University, Inova Campus. He is also the Director of the Trauma Mid-Level Provider Program, a member of the Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee as well as the Antibiotic Subcommittee, and a member of the Operating Room Clinical Effectiveness Committee. Dr. Teicher is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Mohamad Zanbrakji is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Zanbrakji is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

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 clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Entropion, Blocked Tear Duct, and Osteotomy. Dr. Mahoney is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

"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 clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Wright is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Dr. Jeffrey Welgoss is a specialty care physician board certified in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology. He joined Inova in 2022 and has been practicing since 1986. Prior to joining Inova, Dr. Welgoss served as president of Mid-Atlantic Urogynecology and Pelvic Surgery in Annandale, VA. Dr. Welgoss is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Uterine Prolapse, Urinary Incontinence, Rectocele, and Stress Urinary Incontinence.

George Kasotakis is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Kasotakis is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Colostomy.

Jennifer Schwartz is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Falls Church, Virginia. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Schwartz is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gallbladder Removal, and Colostomy.

Stefan Leichtle is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Leichtle is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

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

William Purkert is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Purkert is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroid Cancer, Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

Martin Paul is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Paul is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteral Reconstruction.

Mary Sebastian is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Sebastian is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

Robert Cohen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Cohen is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy.