Dr. Henok Araya, MD | Columbia, MD | General Surgeon

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Dr. Henok Araya has practiced surgery, ophthalmology, and dermatology for 27 years and is affiliated with Suburban Hospital and Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. He earned his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. He sees patients in Columbia, Maryland; Bethesda, Maryland; Falls Church, Virginia; and Washington, DC. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Araya 3.7 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
3.7

105 Ratings
27 years of experience
10 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine
34 written reviews
3 specialties
11 areas of expertise
2 hospital affiliations
6 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Araya's Ratings and Reviews

3.7

105 Ratings with 34 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (45) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Had a good bedside manner: (31) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (28) Did WellNeeds Improvement (7)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (25) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Flexible scheduling: (34) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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No nurse, unsterile, no anesthesia

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October 12th, 2018

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He’s simply the best

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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September 9th, 2018

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My Botox in Washington DC office of dr araya at vita surgical group couldn't have been better. I moved from New York and didn't know where to go. I checked yelp and found out that yelp charges doctor's for 5 star reviews. I tried a few doctors but it wasn't good enough. Dr araya scheduling was perfect. He's been doing this for 17+ years. When I first met him His bed side manners were mesmerizing. I barely felt the Botox needle.i got perfect results. The cost was very affordable. Now all my friends and I go to him and i plan to have my eyelid lift and chin lipo done by him.

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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

March 20th, 2017

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Excellent cosmetic surgeon I had my liposuction in Washington DC and I loved my liposuction results. Extremely skilled and focused. Lots of experience. I could find any better before and after pictures like him.

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

Needs Improvement

March 18th, 2017

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Only went for a condultation

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March 26th, 2016

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Dr. Araya and his staff are amazing. I'm a week out of surgery but I know that all will be well. He and his staff instructed, made sure I understood the instructions, then instructed me again. I highly recommend Dr. Araya!

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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

December 29th, 2015

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I was told about Dr. Araya by a friend and I am glad I took the advice. My botox results are amazing. I liked that they guaranteed the results because it showed me that they care about their customers. The doctor and staff were very professional and understanding when I had to keep rescheduling.

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 2nd, 2015

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I must commend the staff, excellent, the atmosphere clean. The doctor, I must say did a very good job on my stomach. They walked me through the process and made me comfortable. I would never choose anyone else. Thanks Vita Surgical Group and Dr. Araya.

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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

November 2nd, 2015

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I got my lipo in my lower abs and I saw immediate results in my waist line after a few weeks. My waist line shrunk so much that my pants were constantly falling down. I am so happy with my work. It has boosted my confidance. And the staff was great. They made my experience excellant. Thank you guys so much!!!

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

October 30th, 2015

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He was patient and thorough. Dr. Araya explained all the steps as he was doing them. Staff was very nice at every visit. I love my results and feel very confident. I am glad I made the decision to do liposuction with Dr. Araya.

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

October 30th, 2015

Howard County General Hospital

5755 Cedar LnColumbia, MD 21044

Tel: (410) 740-7890

Suburban Hospital

8600 Old Georgetown RdBethesda, MD 20814

Tel: (301) 896-3100

Vita Surgical Group

5612 Shields DrBethesda, MD 20817

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Vita Surgical Group

10015 Old Columbia Rd Ste B215Columbia, MD 21046

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Vita Surgical Group

7700 Leesburg Pike Ste 415Falls Church, VA 22043

Tel: (703) 533-1025

Vita Surgical Group

908 New Hampshire Ave Nw Ste 400Washington, DC 20037

Tel: (202) 452-1332

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. Henok Araya, MD	Elizabeth Lu Tso	Radames Michael Munoz	Dinah Lorraine Price
Surgery	Emergency Medicine	Plastic Surgery	Nurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients
3.7 (105 Ratings)	4 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
27 Years of Experience	47 Years of Experience	48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Columbia , MD	Baltimore , MD	Cheverly , MD	Baltimore , MD
Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine	Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine	Med School: Universidad Autonoma Del Estado De Mexico Facultad De Medicina
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Cataract
Dermatology
Diabetic Retinopathy
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Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
Macular Degeneration
Ophthalmology
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Dr. Henok Araya holds expired and probation medical licenses in the states of Virginia, Maryland, and District Of Columbia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026, an expired medical license in the state of Maryland that expired in 2026, and a probation medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Araya's NPI number is 1649379702.

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Anesthesiology
47 Years Exp | Rockville, MD
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James Joseph Facciola
Diagnostic Radiology
13 Years Exp | Baltimore, MD
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Emma Marks Kelly
Critical Care Medicine
7 Years Exp | Washington, DC
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Donald Scott Stepita
Plastic Surgery
55 Years Exp | CHEVY CHASE, MD
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Joseph Lawrence Mcdevitt
Diagnostic Radiology
11 Years Exp | BALTIMORE, MD
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Olivia Anne Lucas
Surgical Oncology
9 Years Exp | Buffalo, NY
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Damarys Michelle Ramos Ramirez
Pediatrics
5 Years Exp | Baltimore, MD
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Alison Marie Palmer
Nurse Practitioner
| Bethesda, MD
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Micaela Sult Irvin
Nurse Practitioner
| Rockville, MD
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Rizul Naithani
Public Health & General Preventive Medicine
| Washington, DC
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Is Dr. Henok Araya accepting new patients?: Dr. Henok Araya is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Henok Araya's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Henok Araya's office located?: Dr. Henok Araya's office is located at 5755 Cedar Ln, Columbia, MD, 21044.
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What languages does Dr. Henok Araya speak?: Dr. Henok Araya speaks English and Spanish.

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