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Summary
Michael Svestka, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon and medical director of Virginia Hernia & General Surgery. He previously served as Assistant Professor of Medical Education at the University of Virginia School of Medicine at Inova, and as Medical Director of the Inova Comprehensive Hernia Program.
Dr. Svestka is a native of the Washington, DC, metropolitan area and a graduate of St. Albans School at Washington National Cathedral. He completed his undergraduate studies at the College of William and Mary, followed by a postbaccalaureate at Harvard, before attending Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk. He completed a five-year residency in general surgery at SUNY Stony Brook in New York, where he served as administrative chief resident, garnering five teaching awards during his tenure. Following residency, he spent six months at the Cleveland Clinic Comprehensive Hernia Center learning the latest techniques in abdominal wall reconstruction.
Since 2019, Dr. …Svestka has focused his practice on the full spectrum of hernia repair and abdominal wall reconstruction, with extensive experience in open, laparoscopic, and robotic techniques.
Virginia Hernia is proud to provide focused, specialized hernia care led by Dr. Svestka’s training, experience, and commitment to excellent outcomes. We are located in Fairfax, Virginia, and serve the greater Washington, DC, region.
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Featured Review
Dr. Svestka performed a hernia operation on me. He and his staff were incredible, patient, and on point on every aspect of the treatment, from pre- through post surgery follow-up. They answered every question (and I had quite a few) and again, delivered exactly as promised. Everything was explained thoroughly and clearly. I recommend Dr. Svestka and his team so much that I will be utilizing his staff for other surgeries that I need.
Office Location
Virginia Hernia and General Surgery, PC
3700 Joseph Siewick Dr Ste 201Fairfax, VA 22033Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 13 years of experience
- 2 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Advanced Training in Abdominal Wall Reconstruction with the Cleveland Clinic Foundation
- 10 written reviews
- 1 award
- 3 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Svestka, MD, FACS
Medical Specialties
Dr. Michael Svestka, MD, FACS has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Michael Svestka, MD, FACS has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
13 Years Experience
Dr. Michael Svestka, MD, FACS is board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery in 2018.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Advanced Training in Abdominal Wall Reconstruction with the Cleveland Clinic Foundation.
Residency
Completed their residency at SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital (General Surgery) in 2018.
Medical School
Graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2013.
University
Graduated from College of William & Mary in 2004.
NPI Number
Dr. Svestka, MD, FACS's NPI number is 1063856060.
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