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Dr. Liam Ryan, MD

Dr. Liam Ryan, MD

General Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Liam Ryan, MD is a general surgeon in Falls Church, VA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ryan has extensive experience in Aortic Aneurysm or Dissection and Cardiac Surgical Procedures. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Inova Alexandria Hospital and Inova Fairfax Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 5 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

2921 Telestar Ct Falls Church, VA 22042

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ryan 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. Ryan 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
    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Ryan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ryan

5.0
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Dr. Ryan literally saved my father’s life. My dad at 88 was diagnosed with a type A aortic dissection. This was an unfortunate rare complication of a valve replacement surgery done at an outside hospital several days earlier. 100% mortality rate if untreated. As a physician myself (and with two physician siblings as well) we knew that chance of successful surgery was not the greatest given his age and condition. A more senior physician had declined to take the case due to the Low chance of success. Dr.Ryan agreed to take my dad to the OR. The eight hours in the OR were the longest of my life and I was certain I would never see my dad alive again. Dr. Ryan came to speak to us after the surgery as though it was no big deal and it was just another day of being a life saving hero for him. Although my dad is still in the hospital with a long road ahead if him, I will never be able to thank Dr. Ryan enough for what he has given me and our family.
What went well
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What could be improved
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1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 23, 2021
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Amazing results from triple bypass went from 20% ejection to 50% which cardiologist says is almost a miracle. Thank you Dr. Ryan I appreciate all you have done for me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Craig in ROCKVILLE – Nov 10, 2017
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Dr Ryan was the Surgen who got stuck doing my second valve replacement in four years. The surgery Dr. Ryan did was very difficult and lasted hours longer than expected, there were complications afterwards due to the severity of my condition when I went in. However, thru it all Dr Ryan and his team work effortlessly and tirelessly to make sure I recovered physically, spiritually, and emotionally from this ordeal. He was always very polite caring and knowledgable. I would highly recommend him
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
13 others found this helpful
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Shannon in Fairfax, VA – Jul 15, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Ryan specializes in Cardiac Surgery and practices in Charlotte, NC. He practices at 2 locations. 
  • General Surgery

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Virginia Heart2921 Telestar Ct Falls Church, VA 22042
1

Practice

Inova Vascular Diagnostic And Imaging Services-Fairfax8081 Innovation Park Dr Ste 800 Fairfax, VA 22031
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

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    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 Alexandria Hospital

    4320 Seminary Rd
    Alexandria, VA 22304
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

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

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

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

    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.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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