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Dr. Farzad Najam, MD

Dr. Farzad Najam, MD

Thoracic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Farzad Najam, MD is a thoracic surgery specialist in Washington, DC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF THE PUNJAB / KING EDWARD MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities Reston Hospital Center and George Washington University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 4 Star Rating (7 reviews)

GW Cardiac Surgery - Foggy Bottom: 2131 K Street

2131 K St NW Ste 700 Washington, DC 20037

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(202) 715-5700

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Najam specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Najam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Najam

4.0

7 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
14%
14%
1 Star
14%
14%

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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
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T.G. – Apr 28, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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RPS in Washington, DC – Jul 19, 2017
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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
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Marvin S in Hagerstown, MD – Oct 10, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Farzad Najam, MD, serves as the Director of Cardiac Surgery and Clinical Professor of Surgery at The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. He is board certified in Thoracic Surgery. He specializes in cardiac surgery...read more

biography

Farzad Najam, MD, serves as the Director of Cardiac Surgery and Clinical Professor of Surgery at The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. He is board certified in Thoracic Surgery. He specializes in cardiac surgery...read more

  • Thoracic Surgery

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  • George Washington University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2000

  • Brooklyn Hospital Center - Downtown Campus|morristown Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1996

  • Brooklyn Hospital Center - Downtown Campus|mayo Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1995

  • University Of The Punjab / King Edward Medical College

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

GW Cardiac Surgery - Foggy Bottom: 2131 K Street

GW Cardiac Surgery - Foggy Bottom: 2131 K Street2131 K St NW Ste 700 Washington, DC 20037
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Reston Hospital Center

    1850 Town Center Pkwy
    Reston, VA 20190
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all 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

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • George Washington University Hospital

    900 23rd St NW
    Washington, DC 20037

    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

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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