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Dr. Peter Mendel, MD

Dr. Peter Mendel, MD

Family Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Peter Mendel, MD is a family medicine physician in Woodbridge, VA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Practice

3401 Commission Ct Ste 201 Woodbridge, VA 22192
Telehealth available

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4.3
37 ratings, 17 with a written review
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The best family physician!!
Dr. Mendel is one of the best family physicians that we have ever had! He is extremely caring, and treats us as if we were his only patients, although he has numerous patients besides us. He is very professional, considerate, and pays close attention to everything we tell him regarding our health. He responds in a personal manner, addressing each of our problems with very good solutions, recommendations and appropriate prescriptions. He is very popular with patients, and his 40+ years of experience have attracted a large clientele, so sometimes it can be a long wait to get a regular check-up. But if you have real urgency regarding a health situation, he will make time to see you as soon as possible. Several times, my husband has had an urgent problem, and Dr. Mendel has seen him right away. He is so thorough in his work, and friendly too, as if he were part of our family. We are so lucky to have the best doctor in the region! We highly recommend Dr. Mendel!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dr, Grace Cho – Nov 17, 2023
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Top Notch Doctor
Dr. Mendel is a great and very caring doctor. He takes the time to listen and has an outstanding ability to explain everything. I've been with him for well over 25 years and he is by far the best doctor that I've ever met.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Apr 25, 2023
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Dr. Mendel is a first-rate physician. He's saved my life numerous occasions. Literally. He listens to concerns and does a thorough work-up, consulting with specialists as warranted. His appointments run long because he doesn't rush things. He's worth waiting for, though! He's not in business to make money; he genuinely cares for people and wants to help them live their best lives.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 31, 2021
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just an excellent doctor
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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osei o korkor – May 03, 2021
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I am new to the area and had a few post covid complications. I went to Dr. Mendel and was shocked at how much he cared and wanted to know all of the details. Every PCP I have been to in the past seems to want you out of the door as fast as possible. Dr. Mendel really wanted to get to the root cause. I have been back one other time since for a follow up and was just as impressed. He really cares and knows what he is doing. I would recommend him to any of my family and friends!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aaron C – Feb 17, 2021
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He has been my Doctor for 20 years. He has treated me for everything from injuries after returning for military deployments to the common cold. I have total trust in Dr. Mendel. Really don't know what I'll do when I retire to Florida.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Andrew Scott – Feb 11, 2021
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Dr Mendel takes as much time as needed with each patient. He is patient and covers all bases. He is the best physician I have had the pleasure of dealing with!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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JJ – May 21, 2020
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Went to see him about an issue with my stomach. Was told to get an ultra sound on my upper abdomen. When I went back for the follow up visit, I had to bring up the ultra sound. He acted like he forgot why I was there in the first place. Found out 2 weeks later from my insurance company that I was over charged BOTH times I saw him. Paid over $100 both times and only should have been charged $30 per visit. This is why I don't go to doctors unless I really have to. Won't be going back there. Disappointing considering all the other good reviews he's gotten.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Sep 16, 2019
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Dr. Mendel is one of the most caring Doctors I have been with. He takes the time to listen and works with you to deal with your health.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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MS in Lake Ridge, VA – Aug 20, 2018
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The BEST of the BEST!!!!!!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Woodbridge, VA – Aug 02, 2017
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The trains don't always run on time in Dr. Mendel's office. That's because he spends a great deal of time with each patient. Yes waiting is a PITA, BUT you never get the bum's rush when you finally get to see Dr. Mendel. So there are tradeoffs in everything. The staff isn't perfect, but who is? If you have a complaint, relay it to Dr. Mendel. My family has been going here for 20 yrs and we would not go anywhere else.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Michael R Shannon in Woodbridge, VA – Jul 14, 2017
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Dr. Mendel is the most caring and thorough physician I have ever encountered. He is very knowledgeable and takes great care to explain all procedures/conditions/treatments. I have never spent so long in an exam room in my entire life with a doctor; and that is to say that he spends an amazing amount of time with his patients while still affording everyone the same incredible level of care. Dr. Mendel is about as close to a doctor who makes "house calls" as you will ever find.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jon G. in Woodbridge, VA – May 11, 2017
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Without going into too much detail, my wife had a study done and the doctor dismissed it has nothing to worry about because she has a small slender figure. Come to find out the report actually said that she needed to seek the help of a specialist.  Rather than taking the time to address her concerns and symptoms he simply dismissed her because she did not fit the stereotypical profile for the disorder.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Woodbridge, VA – May 03, 2017
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We are patients for 20+ years. Dr. Mendel is THE BEST! He carefully listens to assess symptoms and he is an excellent diagnostician. His treatments have been successful. His concern for the patient and his demeanor is thoroughly professional and caring. Our overall health is due, in a large part, to his exams, remedies and expert knowledge of medicines and treatments. We could not ask for a better physician. His staff and assistants are also excellent, responsive and helpful
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Allen Marcus in Burke, VA – Feb 06, 2017
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Just try's to get money, he just uses old techniques even though they won't help me, and is not a good man... period
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Joe cooper in Woodbridge, VA – Jan 30, 2017
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Office staff is poor at best. Placed on hold and forget about. Threw out prescription refill request with personal information in trash from pharmacy without notifying patient as told to me by office staff. Just very unprofessional people behind the desk. Dr Mendel is an excellent physician and the nurses are great but having to deal with the office staff is just to painful to continue to use his services.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Cheryl in Woodbridge, VA – Oct 25, 2016
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Dr. Mendel is extremely attentive to details and time taken with me each visit. He listens carefully, is extremely thorough, and is not rushed. I highly recommend this doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Shaun E in Woodbridge,VA – Mar 23, 2016
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Dr. Peter Mendel, MD is a family medicine physician in Woodbridge, VA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. He is accepting telehealth appointments.
  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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    Practice

    Family Medicine of Lake Ridge3401 Commission Ct Ste 201 Woodbridge, VA 22192
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center

      2300 Opitz Blvd
      Woodbridge, VA 22191
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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