Dr. Alfred C. Burris, MD | Washington, DC | Cardiologist

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With 52 years in cardiology, Dr. Alfred Burris treats hypertension, hypertensive emergency, and pediatric hypertension, and performs electrocardiograms, contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiograms. He is affiliated with United Medical Center and sees patients in Washington, DC, and Harrisonburg, Virginia.

Dr. Burris completed his medical training at Howard University College of Medicine and his residency at Episcopal Hospital. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Burris 4.59 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.6

17 Ratings
52 years of experience
56 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Episcopal Hospital
7 written reviews
1 specialty
13 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Burris' Ratings and Reviews

4.6

17 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 23 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Excellent bedside manners. Knowledgeable about heart and high blood pressure management. Appointments are on time or within a few minutes. No long wait. Allows time for questions. Highly recommended.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 24th, 2024

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Dr Burris is one of the best heart doctor I've seen. He cares about the patient sit down with you and explain what going on with you. His staff are friendly and if there is a concern they will make arrangements with Dr Burris to see you in the office great staff. I've been with him for many years love the service.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 18th, 2015

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Dr. Alfred Burris is an excellent heart specialist ever since I first started to see dr. burris he has been going step by step with me to make sure I get the cure and help I need for my weak heart I recommend Dr. Burris to anyone who needs to see an cardiac speacialist.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 27th, 2012

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I have been a patient of Dr. Burris for many years and always found him to be an excellent doctor. The office staff, whoever answers the phone during the day is horrible. In particular the person I was told is the manager was the worse. I just decided I cannot take it any longer and will find a new doctor. They were rude and uncaring, I am sure Doctor Burris in not aware of how his staff talks to people, and if he is aware then it is best I go to someone else. One other issue ;When the computers where down, I was told over and over for two days to call back... in 10 minutes or one hour then the next day. No one ever offered to call me back to set an appointment

June 26th, 2012

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Dr. Burris is a great Doctor. He is always very kind and seems to truly care about his patients.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 23rd, 2010

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I would recommend this doctor to any and everybody! He was so courteous to me and he actually cares about his patients. From the bottom of my heart, I truly and honestly think that Dr. Burris is one of those doctors who actually care about his patients.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 30th, 2010

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Poor bedside manners. My mother was on a medicine for a whole year plus and then when I ask for new refills he said she should have been off of this medicine when she got her pacemaker. What is one to do.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

April 5th, 2010

Burris Alfred Office

650 Pennsylvania Ave SE Ste 480Washington, DC 20003

Mon9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Sentara Rmh Medical Center

2010 Health Campus DrHarrisonburg, VA 22801

Tel: (540) 689-1000


Dr. Alfred Carroll Burris SR., MD	Tarana Nekzad, DO	Kenneth Mong Hung Lee, MD	Roy Harel Leiboff, MD
Cardiology	Cardiology	Cardiology	Cardiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (17 Ratings)	4.9 (28 Ratings)	4.9 (68 Ratings)	5 (47 Ratings)
52 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience	47 Years of Experience	51 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Farsi, English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Washington , DC	Brandywine , MD	Bethesda , MD	Brandywine , MD
Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine	Med School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School	Med School: New York Medical College
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Cardiology

Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Arrhythmia
Atherosclerosis
Blood Clot
Cardiovascular Disease
Heart Attack
Heart Block
Heart Diseases
Heart Failure
High Cholesterol
Hypertension
Stroke
Unstable Angina

Dr. Alfred Carroll Burris holds an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Episcopal Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Howard University College Of Medicine in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Burris' NPI number is 1326039587.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Alfred Burris affiliated with?: Dr. Alfred Burris is affiliated with UNITED MEDICAL CENTER.
Does Dr. Alfred Burris accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Alfred Burris has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Where is Dr. Alfred Burris's office located?: Dr. Alfred Burris's office is located at 650 Pennsylvania Ave SE Ste 480, Washington, DC, 20003.

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