Summary

Dr. Zhifei Sun is a Colon and Rectal Surgeon and Assistant Professor of Surgery at MedStar Georgetown University Medical Center. He trained at Duke University and completed a fellowship in Colon and Rectal Surgery at Washington University in St. Louis.
Dr. Sun uses minimally invasive techniques to treat colon and rectal diseases like diverticulitis, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and colorectal cancer.
He is also interested in using new technology, like machine learning, to improve surgery. He has written over 50 research papers and often speaks at national meetings.
Dr. Sun values clear, honest communication and works closely with patients, acting as a “quarterback” to guide their care.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 14 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Duke University Medical Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Awards

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Office Locations

Zhifei Sun has 2 locations

3800 Reservoir Road NW, Pasquerilla Healthcare Center 4

3800 Reservoir Road NW Pasquerilla Healthcare Center - 4th FloorWashington, DC 20007

MedStar Health Plastic Surgery at McLean Elm Street

6862 Elm Street Suite 800Mclean, VA 22101

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Zhifei Sun

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Integra
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Priority Partners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Zhifei Sun has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Zhifei Sun has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Colon & Rectal Surgery
  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Zhifei Sun holds an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Duke University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 2012.

NPI Number

Zhifei Sun's NPI number is 1386900884.

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