Summary

Steven W. Boyce, MD is an internationally-renowned cardiothoracic surgeon and one of the most experienced in the country, having performed over 12,500 major cardiac operations.Dr. Boyce received his undergraduate degree at Johns Hopkins, his medical degree from the University of Maryland, and completed his internship and residency in surgery at the University of California, San Francisco. He completed his chief residency in cardiothoracic surgery and fellowship in cardiac transplantation at UCLA. Following a faculty appointment at Harvard Medical School, he moved to Washington, DC.Dr. Boyce has been instrumental in the development of the field of mechanical circulatory assist devices, in particular, mini left ventricular assist devices, also known as LVADs. He has been an investigator in more than 92 clinical trials, including HeartWare's ADVANCE and ENDURANCE trial. He has authored over 136 peer-reviewed papers. He is also the Founder of MyLVAD.com. For many years, Dr. Boyce has been named one of the "Best Doctors in America", "America's Top Surgeons" and a Washingtonian "Top Doctor".His philosophy of care focuses on optimal patient clinical outcomes and their spiritual well-being.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 45 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, General Surgery
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

GW Cardiac Surgery - West End: 2300 M Street

2300 M St NW Ste 200Washington, DC 20037
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
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular SurgeryCardiovascular SurgeryCardiovascular SurgeryCardiovascular Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
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45 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Italian, English Speaks English Speaks English
Washington , DCWashington , DCWashington , DCWashington , DC
Med School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md Med School: Georgetown University Medical Center Med School: Tufts University School of Medicine Med School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Steven Boyce

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Riverside Health
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Steven Boyce has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Steven Boyce has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Aortic Aneurysm
  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB)
  • Coronary Artery Bypass (Heart Bypass)
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Coronary Disease
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Stroke
  • Transplantation
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Steven Boyce holds an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia. They are board certified in Thoracic Surgery and Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Thoracic Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery in 1998 and board certified in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, General Surgery, Univ of CA-San Francisco Med (1982), University of California (San Francisco), San Francisco, CA, Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of California, Los Angeles, CA USA, Internship (1989) -- Chief Resident, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, Surgery, Cardiovascular, Cooper Hospital-University Medical Center Program, University of California Affiliated Hospitals (1982) Find alumni in WASHINGTON > Find alumni in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA >, Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, CA USA (1982), and University of California Irvine Medical Center in 1982.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md in 1981 and University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Steven Boyce's NPI number is 1871517938.

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Steven Boyce is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center.
Where is Steven Boyce's office located?
Steven Boyce's office is located at 2300 M St NW Ste 200, Washington, DC, 20037.
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