Dr. James W. Leiphart, MD | Fairfax, VA | Neurological Surgery

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Dr. Leiphart works in Fairfax, VA and specializes in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Leiphart is affiliated with INOVA FAIRFAX HOSPITAL.

accepting new patients
3.7

27 Ratings
22 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
16 written reviews
1 specialty
22 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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Excellent

February 11th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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I had to send some initial information, like a copy of the procedure back in 2008, and a scan. What seemed like a nuisance was a godsend indeed. It helped the doctor expedite his decisions. Great processes and procedures.

July 27th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Excellent

July 12th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I have in amazing doctor he saved my life

June 6th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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After a 90 minute wait I figured out that I was being harassed by the staff the WHOLE visit These people are crazy and delusional. The doctor is just average.

January 26th, 2023

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Rude and very unprofessional ????. He and his staff are not that be trusted at all. Rub away from him and his ugly staff.

October 15th, 2022

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this review is about his office, not the physician but unfortunately, his assistant affects his practice and patient ease/satisfaction. I called several times to make appointments but did not receive call back. Finally I got a call back after 3rd or 4th attempt in a period of 2 weeks. I made an appointment for a baclofen pump refill for my father and waited several weeks only to get a call 2 days prior to the scheduled appointment that she mistakenly made the appt not realizing the Dr does not do refills and thats what we were waiting for. After all this time of waiting, to wait to the last minute to say we cant be seen and then trying to turn it on me that I didnt explain it properly. I am a physician myself so there is no mistaking that I requested a baclofen pump refill, not replacement and not placement, REFILL. So frustrating. The physician may be amazing but I certainly wont refer patients due to the support staff issues.

October 12th, 2015

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Dr Leiphart is a wonderful suregon. When I was awaken in recovery after 9 hours on the table, Dr Leiphart was standing buy my bed. He was very concerned about me and did a wonderful job with my surgery. If I had not found him I would be paralyzed today, instead I am leading an active life. In fact he has done two surgeries on me and if I ever need another I will find him where ever he is.

March 19th, 2013

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My surgery by Dr. Leiphart ended up in paralysis. It turns out I am not the only one. Beware and don't let this happen to you. It will ruin your life forever.

November 3rd, 2011

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Dr. Leiphart is awesome. I'm not really worried about how much time he spent with me, or my wait time. This guy fixed me. It's been 5 years now and I'm still grateful for having found him. I have referred family and friends to him in the past and will continue to do so.

October 10th, 2011

Inova Neurosurgery - Fairfax (A dept of Fairfax Hospital)

8081 Innovation Park Dr Ste 900Fairfax, VA 22031

Tel: (571) 472-4100

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

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Dr. James W. Leiphart, MD	Dr. Craig Thomas Shelley, MD	Dr. Bernard Stopak, MD	Dr. Grace Gonzalez Mooney, MD
Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery
Accepts New Patients
3.7 (27 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	5 (1 Rating)
	40 Years of Experience		29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Fairfax , VA	Washington , DC	Washington , DC	Bethesda , MD
	Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin		Med School: George Washington University
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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Neurological Surgery

Neurological Surgery

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Does Dr. James Leiphart accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. James Leiphart has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. James Leiphart speak?: Dr. James Leiphart speaks English.
Where is Dr. James Leiphart's office located?: Dr. James Leiphart's office is located at 8081 Innovation Park Dr Ste 900, Fairfax, VA, 22031.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Leiphart affiliated with?: Dr. James Leiphart is affiliated with INOVA FAIRFAX HOSPITAL.
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