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Dr. Richard Brenner, MD

Dr. Richard Brenner, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Brenner, MD is a general surgeon in Fairfax, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Brown University Alpert Medical School in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Inova Alexandria Hospital and Inova Fair Oaks Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

13135 Lee Jackson Hwy Ste 305 Fairfax, VA 22033
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(703) 359-8640

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Brenner is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Brenner specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Brenner's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Brenner

4.6

28 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
4%
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1 Star
7%
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 27, 2025
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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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May 15, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Carol Stanton – Jan 21, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Stephen C Ahn – Jun 09, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 31, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Oct 26, 2021
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Aug 13, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Robin Ince – Aug 21, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Anteneh Tirusew – Aug 16, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Beth H in Springfield, VA – Jun 15, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Charles Nickum in Clifton, VA – Sep 01, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 22, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Fairfax, VA – May 16, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Dan in Reston, VA – Sep 08, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
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Jon K in South Riding, VA – Feb 19, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I strive for surgical excellence, and timely/efficient recovery for my patients. I try to convey to each patient my compassion for them as they recover from surgery. In the office, hospital and surgery center, I use the best technology available,...read more

biography

Dr. Richard Brenner is a board certified General Surgeon with specialized interests in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgeries as well as complex hernia repairs. He attended Brown University and completed his residency at Georgetown University Hospital.

  • General Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Medstar Georgetown University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995

  • Brown University Alpert Medical School

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Inova Virginia Surgery Associates-Fairfax13135 Lee Jackson Hwy Ste 305 Fairfax, VA 22033
1

Practice

Inova Virginia Surgery Associates-Falls Church3301 Woodburn Rd Ste 306 Annandale, VA 22003
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Inova Fairfax Hospital

    3300 Gallows Rd
    Falls Church, VA 22042
    Recipient of 42
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    18% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Inova Loudoun Hospital

    44045 Riverside Pkwy
    Leesburg, VA 20176
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

    3600 Joseph Siewick Dr
    Fairfax, VA 22033
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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