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Dr. Stephanie Akbari, MD

Dr. Stephanie Akbari, MD

General Surgery*

Dr. Stephanie Akbari, MD is a general surgeon in Fairfax, VA. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Inova Alexandria Hospital and Inova Fairfax Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 81 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (81 reviews)

Practice

8613 Route 29 Fairfax, VA 22031
Telehealth available

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Dr. Akbari's Reviews

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4.8
81 ratings, 55 with a written review
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Extraordinary physicians
She was super professional, and always answering all my questions and concerns.
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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Apr 24, 2025
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Excellent doctor. She is straightforward and gets to the heart of the problem. Very professional and caring. Felt like I was in good hands. Would highly recommend her!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 20, 2025
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The best surgeon
Very skilled knowledgeable DR Recommend!
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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MK – Apr 02, 2025
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Dr. Akbari is a first-rate breast surgeon and a skillful, empathetic communicator.
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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Feb 23, 2025
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Dr. Akbari consistently provides professional care
All staff is friendy & professional, listening attentively, responding to all questions & concerns, providing the patient ample time for careful consideration of details of procedures & continuing care.
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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Feb 22, 2025
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Love her no-nonsense explanations and calmness
The office is comfortable, the support staff goes above and beyond for those of us dealing with such a difficult diagnosis, and Dr. Akbari is calm, explains things clearly, and I walked away feeling confident and ready to tackle my treatment.
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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Bridget – Jan 18, 2025
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Strongly recommended
She explained my condition and treatment steps clearly. She put me at ease. She was concerned about my health and my appearance,
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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Nov 09, 2024
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Totally recommend y
High quality 0f professionalism
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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Katya K. – Oct 25, 2024
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Very knowledgeable and wonderful to talk too
Dr. Akbari was a straight shooter and extremely empathetic. I especially loved how she wrote down everything she explained for me to take home and answered all my questions. I highly recommend her!!
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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Wonderful Doc!! – Oct 20, 2024
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Excellent!
She wrote, drew pictures to explain my medical situation and was sure I understood what she was saying. Great communication!
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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Marilyn Cromartie – Oct 19, 2024
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Loved her
Overall professional,caring service was provided to me. Timely. Was not rushed. Went over my radiology reports explaining all. She answered everything before I even asked. Drew and explained in notes my entire process ahead. Nice to go over it all at home. Very informative. All with a kind demeanor. Did a procedure while there and blood work all in same appointment. Very impressed with each staff member that came in contact with me. I came away feeling informed and worries faded. Surgery date set in place before I left. AMAZING! Would highly recommend this physician. She was also highly recommended to me. In short. I absolutely loved her.
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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Deborah Thome – Oct 19, 2024
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Amazing as always
She cares! She’s gifted, she’s kind and caring.
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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Heather – Oct 03, 2024
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Dr. Akbari
Very thorough and compassionate care. Took all the time needed to carefully explain my diagnosis and future steps. Highly recommend.
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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Lisa – Sep 26, 2024
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Excellent care
She does an excellent job of explaining your test results and your options. She is empathetic. Her team is uniformly helpful. You can be confident you are in good hands.
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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Sep 18, 2024
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The doctor was very clear aboutmy issue and and what should be done to resolve it.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 08, 2024
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Dr. Akbari is compassionate and professional. I felt heard and understood!
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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Aug 03, 2024
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Very through
Dr. Akbari is incredibly thorough. She did an excellent job explaining my particular situation to me in a manner I could understand. I highly recommend her.
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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Aug 01, 2024
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Professional, caring. Explained what was involved in my plan of care., answered all my questions.Her pleasant personality put me at ease
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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Jul 14, 2024
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Compassionate, Thorough, Superior!!
I couldn't be in better surgical hands than with Dr. Akbari. I know this because she has been my doctor since 2013. She will definitely take great care of you!!
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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Ingrid Melenbacker – Jul 06, 2024
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Amazing
She took the time to go over all of my imaging, explain what everything meant, draw pictures along with her explanations and answered all the questions I had with patience and knowledge. What I appreciated most is that right after she examined me she said you’re going to be fine then said ok get dressed and then we will spend the rest of the time talking. I also appreciate that they take care of everything for their patients. I didn’t have to call any other doctors to adhesive anything! I would highly recommend Dr. Akbari and her staff.
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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Trudy Murphy – Jun 22, 2024
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care philosophy

From benign breast problems to breast cancer it's my passion to keep informed of the latest treatments and technologies that benefit my patients. I love working with an experienced and dedicated team of physicians who work to personalize and tailor...read more

biography

Dr. Stephanie Akbari received her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania. She then went on to do her residency in surgery at Harvard's New England Deaconess Hospital. She is certified by the American Board of Surgery. She is also a...read more

  • General Surgery

  • Breast Surgery

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  • Harvard Longwood Psychiatry Residency Training Program, Boston, Ma

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Surgical Service, Boston, Ma

    Residency Hospital

  • Chief Resident In Surgery, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Surgical Service, Boston, Ma

    Residency Hospital

  • New England Deaconess Hospital, Harvard Surgical Service, Boston, Ma

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School
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Locations

Practice

Office8613 Route 29 Fairfax, VA 22031
1
(703) 208-3120

Practice

Office8503 Arlington Blvd Ste 340 Fairfax, VA 22031
2
(703) 280-5390

Practice

Inova Fairfax Hospital3300 Gallows Rd Falls Church, VA 22042
3
(703) 280-5390
Virginia Hospital Center1701 N George Mason Dr Arlington, VA 22205
4
(703) 528-7303
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