Summary

Dr. Matthew Fitzer brings 26 years of surgical expertise to his practice, specializing in bariatric and general surgery procedures. He earned his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School and has dedicated his career to helping patients achieve better health outcomes through surgical interventions. Dr. Fitzer is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Fitzer practices at multiple locations throughout Northern Virginia, including Virginia Bariatric Surgery Center in Herndon, Reston Hospital Center in Reston, and Inova Fair Oaks Hospital in Fairfax. He focuses on treating patients with obesity and weight-related health challenges, including pediatric obesity cases. His surgical expertise includes performing sleeve gastrectomy procedures and conducting comprehensive upper gastrointestinal evaluations. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 26 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Eastern Virginia Medical School
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Matthew Alexander Fitzer has 3 locations

Virginia Bariatric Surgery Center

171 Elden St Ste 3bHerndon, VA 20170

Reston Hospital Center

1850 Town Center PkwyReston, VA 20190

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

3600 Joseph Siewick DrFairfax, VA 22033

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Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F Edward Hebert School Of Medicine Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Matthew Alexander Fitzer

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Humana
  • Innovation Health
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optima Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Virginia Premier Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Matthew Alexander Fitzer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Matthew Alexander Fitzer has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Binge Eating Disorder
  • Other
  • Smoking Cessation
  • Weight Gain
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Matthew Alexander Fitzer holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Fitzer's NPI number is 1366489098.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Matthew Fitzer accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Matthew Fitzer affiliated with?
Dr. Matthew Fitzer is affiliated with Reston Hospital Center.
Does Dr. Matthew Fitzer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Matthew Fitzer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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