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Dr. Hernan Vargas, MD

General Surgery Age 62
Dr. Hernan Vargas, MD
4.9 (67 Ratings)

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Dr. Hernan Vargas, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Fairfax, VA.
Dr. Hernan Vargas, MD
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Dr. Hernan Vargas, MD

General Surgery Age 62
Fairfax, VA
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Hernan Vargas, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Fairfax, VA.

About

Dr. Hernan Vargas, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Fairfax, VA and has 37 years experience. They graduated from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado in 1986 and completed a residency at Harbor UCLA Medical Center.They currently practice at Virginia Cancer Specialists and are affiliated with Reston Hospital Center. Dr. Vargas has experience treating conditions like Male Breast Carcinoma, Breast Carcinoma and Ductal Carcinoma in Situ among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Vargas received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 67 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Vargas is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Male Breast Carcinoma
Breast Carcinoma
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
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Locations

  1. 1 Virginia Cancer Specialists
    3650 Joseph Siewick Dr Ste 200, Fairfax, VA 22033
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vargas
4.9
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Jan 06, 2023
Dr Vargas is a knowledgeable, compassionate and caring provider. I met Dr Vargas during challenging times.. during which, he kept me calm and reassured. I felt that whatever the outcome, Dr Vargas could offer options of treatment for best and sustainable results.
Paola M. — Jan 06, 2023
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • Dr. Vargas believes in a covenant relationship with his patients. His goal is to deliver the highest quality patient-centered care in the setting of multidisciplinary collaboration. Dr. Vargas has contributed to the development of new surgical techniques in breast cancer care being the author of more than 100 scientific publications with a primary interest in the field of breast cancer.

Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Hernan Vargas, MD is a general surgery specialist in Fairfax, VA and has over 36 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado in 1986. He specializes in General Surgery, Surgical Oncology, and more.
Biography
Specialties
General Surgery
Surgical Oncology
Breast Surgical Oncology
Breast Reconstruction Surgery
Breast Surgery
Specialties
Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado
    1986
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Cayetamo Heredia University Hospital|Cayetamo Heredia University Hospital|Cayetano Heredia University Hospital|Cayetano Heredia University Hospital|Cayetano Heredia University Hospital
    1986
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Harbor UCLA Medical Center
    1993
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • National Cancer Institute at The National Institutes of Health
    1996
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Hernan Vargas, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Vargas' profile.

Dr. Vargas frequently treats the following conditions: Male Breast Carcinoma, Breast Carcinoma and Ductal Carcinoma in Situ. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Hernan Vargas, MD is affiliated with Reston Hospital Center.

Yes, Dr. Hernan Vargas, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Reston Hospital Center

    1850 Town Center Pkwy, Reston, VA