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Healthcare specialist
Rami Makhoul, MD Surgeon
16.0 mi
1500 Forest Glen Road
Silver Spring, MD 20910
+11 more locations

Rami Makhoul, MD

Surgeon

1500 Forest Glen Road
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Healthcare specialist
Faris Hakki, MD Vascular Surgeon
18.9 mi
4155 Bladensburg Rd
Brentwood, MD 20722
+4 more locations

Faris Hakki, MD

Surgeon

4155 Bladensburg Rd
Brentwood, MD 20722

Healthcare specialist
Juvenal Goicochea, MD Surgeon
19.1 mi
5622 Shields Dr
Bethesda, MD 20817

Juvenal Goicochea, MD

Surgeon

5622 Shields Dr
Bethesda, MD 20817

Healthcare specialist
Mohamad Zanbrakji, MD Critical Care Surgeon
20.6 mi
5423 Friendship Boulevard
Chevy Chase, MD 20815

Mohamad Zanbrakji, MD

Surgeon

5423 Friendship Boulevard
Chevy Chase, MD 20815

Dr Wallace Nozile, MD
4.9
(10)
Dr Wallace Nozile, MD Dermatologist
21.8 mi
4.9 (10)
4910 Massachusetts Ave, NW
Suite 308
Washington, DC 20016
About Dr Wallace Nozile, MD

FoxHall Dermatology is a board-certified dermatology practice in Northwest Washington, DC, offering comprehensive medical, surgical, and cosmetic skin care for patients throughout the DMV region. Our team of four specialists covers the full spectrum of dermatology — from acne and eczema to Mohs micrographic surgery and advanced injectable treatments — all under one roof at 4910 Massachusetts Ave NW.

We serve one of the most diverse cities in the country, and our expertise reflects that. Two of our physicians trained at Howard University Hospital, widely recognized for excellence in caring for patients with diverse skin tones and conditions that disproportionately affect skin of color. At FoxHall, inclusive dermatology isn't a marketing line — it's how we were trained and how we practice every day.

Whether you're coming in for a routine skin exam, managing a chronic condition like psoriasis or rosacea, or exploring cosmetic treatments like Botox® or dermal fillers, you'll receive care from physicians and providers who know your skin and take the time to get it right.


Our Dermatology Team Dr. Stephen Suah, MD, MS, FAAD — Board-Certified Dermatologist

Washingtonian Top Doctor: 2022 · 2023 · 2024 · 2025

Dr. Suah is a Washington, DC native who completed his medical training at Howard University, the DC VA Medical Center, and Children's National Hospital. He has been recognized as a Washingtonian Top Doctor four consecutive years — a distinction awarded by peer physician survey, not patient volume.

His clinical focus spans medical and cosmetic dermatology, with particular expertise in caring for patients with diverse skin types. Dr. Suah personally performs all cosmetic injectable treatments at FoxHall, including Botox®, Dysport®, Xeomin®, and Jeuveau®. He also offers general dermatology care for conditions including acne, eczema, hyperpigmentation, melasma, and hair loss.


Dr. Raina Bembry, MD, FAAD — Board-Certified Dermatologist

Dr. Bembry specializes in pediatric dermatology, skin of color, and complex medical skin conditions. She brings a thorough, unhurried approach to every visit — whether she's treating a child's first eczema flare or managing a long-standing inflammatory condition in an adult patient.

Her training and clinical focus make her one of the most sought-after providers in the practice for patients whose skin concerns have been misdiagnosed or undertreated elsewhere. Conditions including keloids, central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia (CCCA), post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and scalp disorders are among her areas of expertise.


Dr. Wallace Nozile, MD, FAAD — Double Board-Certified Dermatologist & Mohs Surgeon

Dr. Nozile is double board-certified in dermatology and Mohs micrographic surgery — one of the most precise and effective treatments for skin cancer available. Mohs surgery achieves the highest cure rate of any skin cancer treatment while removing the smallest amount of healthy tissue, minimizing scarring and preserving cosmetic outcomes.

Having a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon on staff means FoxHall patients can receive diagnosis, surgical treatment, and follow-up care within the same practice — without referral to an outside surgical center.


Carolyn Yi, MCHS, PA-C — Certified Physician Assistant

Carolyn brings a warm, patient-first approach to a full range of dermatologic concerns. She provides expert care for acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and age-related skin changes, and performs cosmetic treatments including Botox® and Dysport®. Patients consistently describe her as thorough, approachable, and genuinely invested in long-term outcomes.


Why Patients in Northwest DC Choose FoxHall Dermatology

Four Consecutive Years as a Washingtonian Top Doctor Dr. Suah has been named a Washingtonian Top Doctor every year from 2022 through 2025 — one of the few dermatologists in DC to hold this distinction four years running.

Mohs Surgery In-House Dr. Nozile performs Mohs micrographic surgery on-site at our Massachusetts Ave location. Patients with skin cancer diagnoses receive gold-standard surgical care without leaving the practice they already trust.

Specialized Expertise in Skin of Color Washington, DC is a majority-minority city, and skin conditions present differently across skin tones — affecting diagnosis, treatment selection, and outcomes. Our team is specifically trained to recognize and treat dermatologic conditions in patients with darker skin, including hyperpigmentation, melasma, keloids, hair loss disorders, and inflammatory conditions that are frequently mismanaged in general dermatology settings.

Complete Care Across Every Stage of Life From a child's first eczema diagnosis to adult skin cancer screening to cosmetic rejuvenation, FoxHall provides continuous, comprehensive dermatology care for patients at every age and stage.

Convenient Northwest DC Location We're located at 4910 Massachusetts Ave NW, Suite 308, easily accessible from Georgetown, Foxhall Village, Palisades, Glover Park, Tenleytown, Friendship Heights, and the broader DC, Maryland, and Virginia area.


Visit FoxHall Dermatology

FoxHall Dermatology 4910 Massachusetts Ave NW, Suite 308 Washington, DC 20016

📞 202-695-1000 📠 Fax: 202-503-1791

Office Hours Monday – Friday: 8:20 am – 4:30 pm Saturday – Sunday: Closed

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Practice
FoxHall Dermatology
Latest Review
“Well cared for service in a good environment ”
Dr Wallace Nozile, MD

Dr Wallace Nozile, MD

Dermatologist

4910 Massachusetts Ave, NW
Suite 308
Washington, DC 20016

4.9 (10)
Healthcare specialist
Stephen Ong, MD Family Physician
28.5 mi
6357 Oxon Hill Road,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Stephen Ong, MD

Family Physician

6357 Oxon Hill Road,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Healthcare specialist
Sudha Sikri, MD Family Physician
28.5 mi
6357 Oxon Hill Road,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Sudha Sikri, MD

Family Physician

6357 Oxon Hill Road,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Healthcare specialist
Ghazala Shah Surgeon
28.5 mi
6357 Oxon Hill Road,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Ghazala Shah

Surgeon

6357 Oxon Hill Road,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Caroline Sanchez, MD
4.82
(35)
Caroline Sanchez, MD Colorectal Surgeon
29.1 mi
4.82 (35)
1800 N. Beauregard St
Ste 310
Alexandria, VA 22311
+1 more location
About Caroline Sanchez, MD

Caroline Sanchez, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC.

Dr. Sanchez knew she wanted to be a doctor from the time she was a little girl. She was born and raised in Northern Virginia and attended the renowned Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Alexandria.

During high school, Dr. Sanchez spent summers working in a laboratory at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research in Silver Spring, Maryland. That experience enabled her to enroll in medical school directly after graduation as part of a combined seven-year BA/MD program at George Washington University in Washington, District of Columbia. 

Dr. Sanchez thrived in the program, earning her Bachelor of Science in biology and graduating magna cum laude. Afterward, Dr. Sanchez remained at George Washington University, earning her Doctor of Medicine with distinction in 2004.

Before joining the team at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC, Dr. Sanchez completed a general surgery residency at George Washington University, and a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery, at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, New Jersey.  

Dr. Sanchez proudly holds membership in several professional organizations, including the Chesapeake Colorectal Society, the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons, and the American College of Surgeons. Professionally, Dr. Sanchez has special interests in minimally invasive procedures and new technologies.

When she isn’t meeting with patients or contributing to medical journals, Dr. Sanchez enjoys traveling and spending time with her husband and two children.

Book an appointment online Profile Details Fellowship
  • UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 2010–2011
Residency
  • George Washington University, 2004–2010
Education
  • BA, George Washington University, 1997–2000
  • MD, George Washington University, 2000–2004
Professional Distinctions
  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
  • Alec Horwitz Award for Surgery Student of the year
  • Fellow, American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgery (ASCRS)
  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • Chesapeake Colorectal Society
  • Medical Society of Virginia
Practice
Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC
Latest Review
“Everything was fine. Great Experience ”
Caroline Sanchez, MD

Caroline Sanchez, MD

Colorectal Surgeon

1800 N. Beauregard St
Ste 310
Alexandria, VA 22311

4.82 (35)
Rebekah Kim, MD
4.73
(15)
Rebekah Kim, MD Colorectal Surgeon
30.2 mi
4.73 (15)
2710 Prosperity Ave
Ste 200
Fairfax, VA 22031
+1 more location
About Rebekah Kim, MD

Rebekah Kim, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC.

Raised in the greater New York City area, Dr. Kim’s interest in surgery began when she watched her sister undergo multiple procedures as a child. Her family’s trust in the surgeon that cared for her sister was the catalyst that pushed Dr. Kim into medicine. A longtime cellist and pianist, Dr. Kim’s discipline and attention to detail have made her an excellent colorectal surgeon.

After graduating magna cum laude from the College of New Jersey in Ewing Township, New Jersey, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology, Dr. Kim earned her medical doctorate from the prestigious Dartmouth Medical School in Hanover, New Hampshire. 

Dr. Kim later completed her surgical residency at Columbia University, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital, in New York City, which drew her toward minimally invasive techniques, such as laparoscopy and robotic surgery. Her interests include the surgical intervention of anal cancer, rectal cancer, anal pain, and other conditions that affect the digestive tract.

Dr. Kim is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons. She is also a member of the Pan African Academy of Christian Surgeons (PAACS) and has helped train surgeons in Africa. She currently serves on the executive board of the Korean-American Medical Society of D.C. Maryland, and Virginia.

Fluent in English, Spanish, and Korean, Dr. Kim capably serves patients from all backgrounds. In her spare time, she still enjoys playing the piano and the cello.

Book an appointment online Profile Details Fellowship
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery, Orlando Regional Medical Center, 2011–2012
  • Minimally Invasive & Laparoscopic Surgery, Orlando Regional Medical Center, 2010–2011
Residency
  • Columbia University, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital, NY, 2005–2010
Education
  • BS, The College of New Jersey, 2000
  • MD, Dartmouth Medical School, 2005
Professional Distinctions
  • Fellow, American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgery (ASCRS)
  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons (ACS)
  • Chesapeake Colorectal Society
  • Medical Society of Virginia
  • Pan African Academy of Christian Surgeons
Practice
Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC
Latest Review
“Thank you for seeing us and having a plan to move forward after the diagnosis.”
Rebekah Kim, MD

Rebekah Kim, MD

Colorectal Surgeon

2710 Prosperity Ave
Ste 200
Fairfax, VA 22031

4.73 (15)
John Tillou, MD
5.0
(9)
John Tillou, MD Colorectal Surgeon
30.2 mi
5.0 (9)
2710 Prosperity Ave
Ste 200
Fairfax, VA 22031
+2 more locations
About John Tillou, MD

John Tillou, MD, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC. He has wanted to be a surgeon since undergoing an operation in high school.

A native of Norfolk, Virginia, Dr. Tillou received his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he made the Dean’s List, coached high school baseball, worked in a pathology lab, and volunteered at a free medical clinic. 

During his undergraduate studies, he earned the Bioscience Undergraduate Research Mini-grant and received the Comprehensive Chemistry Award and Undergraduate Research Scholar award.

Dr. Tillou eventually returned home to attend medical school at the University of Virginia School of Medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia, where he received the Dr. Graham Clark Scholarship and the Charles & Bernice McKay Scholarship.

After graduation, Dr. Tillou completed his general surgery residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. He completed an additional colorectal surgery fellowship at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C.

While completing his training, Dr. Tillou co-authored several book chapters and papers. He also received the highest score on the annual colorectal training exam.

Dr. Tillou has undergone advanced training in minimally invasive, robotic, and transanal colon and rectal surgery techniques. He has a particular interest in the treatment and management of colon cancer, anal pain, and anal cancer.

In addition, Dr. Tillou holds many professional affiliations, including the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, Medical Society of Virginia, and Chesapeake Colorectal Society.

Outside of work, Dr. Tillou enjoys hiking, skiing, playing guitar, and spending time with his family.

Book an appointment online Profile Details Fellowship
  • Washington Hospital Center, 2017–2018
Residency
  • Harvard University-Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, 2012–2017
Education
  • BS, University of Utah, 2008
  • MD, University of Virginia School of Medicine, 2012
Professional Distinctions
  • Dr. Graham Clark Scholarship
  • Charles & Bernice McKay Scholarship
  • Fellow, American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgery (ASCRS)
  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons (ACS)
  • Chesapeake Colorectal Society
  • Medical Society of Virginia
Practice
Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC
Latest Review
“Both Dr Tillou and his assistant were great. They both made an unpleasant exam and procedure as comfortable as possible. Dr Tillou was great at explaining everything before, during and after and what to expect and look out for and why. Front desk person was great too. I would definitely highly recommend Dr Tillou and his team.”
John Tillou, MD

John Tillou, MD

Colorectal Surgeon

2710 Prosperity Ave
Ste 200
Fairfax, VA 22031

5.0 (9)
Timothy Plerhoples, MD
4.84
(32)
Timothy Plerhoples, MD Surgeon
30.2 mi
4.84 (32)
2710 Prosperity Ave
Ste 200
Fairfax, VA 22031
+1 more location
About Timothy Plerhoples, MD

Timothy Plerhoples, MD, MPH, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC.

Dr. Plerhoples began his professional education at Harvard College in Cambridge, Massachusetts, earning his undergraduate degree. After graduation, he stayed in Massachusetts, obtaining his Master of Public Health from Boston University. 

Dr. Plerhoples earned his Doctor of Medicine from the New York University Grossman School of Medicine in New York City. Then, he moved west to pursue surgical training at Stanford University in Stanford, California. During that time, Dr. Plerhoples authored several journal publications about improving surgical techniques and patient care.

Before entering private practice, Dr. Plerhoples completed a surgical residency at Inova Fairfax Hospital in Annandale, Virginia, and a colorectal surgery fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.

When he isn’t in the operating suite or developing custom treatment plans, Dr. Plerhoples enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters. He’s also an avid guitar player, hiker, fisherman, and grill master.

Book an appointment online Profile Details Fellowship
  • Mayo Clinic, 2014–2015
  • Stanford University, Surgical Education Research Fellowship, 2009–2011
Residency
  • Inova Fairfax Hospital, 2012–2014
  • Stanford University, 2007–2012
Education
  • BA, Harvard University, 2000
  • MPH, Boston University, 2003
  • MD, New York University School of Medicine, 2007
Professional Distinctions
  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
  • John Harvard Scholarship
  • Weisman International Internship Grant
  • Fellow, American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgery (ASCRS)
  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons (ACS)
  • Chesapeake Colorectal Society
  • Medical Society of Virginia
Practice
Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC
Latest Review
“Dr. Plerhoples is always thorough and explains things well. ”
Timothy Plerhoples, MD

Timothy Plerhoples, MD

Surgeon

2710 Prosperity Ave
Ste 200
Fairfax, VA 22031

4.84 (32)
Katherine Khalifeh, MD
4.97
(35)
Katherine Khalifeh, MD Colorectal Surgeon
30.2 mi
4.97 (35)
2710 Prosperity Ave
Ste 200
Fairfax, VA 22031
+1 more location
About Katherine Khalifeh, MD

Katherine Khalifeh, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC.

Dr. Khalifeh was born and raised in Minnesota. She comes from a family of physicians and knew she wanted to follow in the footsteps of her father and grandfather by pursuing a career in surgery.

Dr. Khalifeh began her professional pursuits at Boston College, earning her Bachelor of Science. After graduation, Dr. Khalifeh earned her Master of Science from Georgetown University in Washington, District of Columbia, and her Doctor of Medicine from Johns Hopkins University, in Baltimore, Maryland.

Before entering private practice, Dr. Khalifeh completed general surgery training at Johns Hopkins and a colon and rectal surgery fellowship at MedStar Washington Hospital Center (formerly Washington Center Hospital) in Washington, DC.

Dr. Khalifeh has specialized training in diagnosing and treating a wide range of disorders affecting the colon, rectum, and anus, including cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, fecal incontinence, and hemorrhoids.

When she isn’t performing surgery or meeting with patients, Dr. Khalifeh enjoys contributing to professional medical journals. She’s also presented papers at conferences for the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and the American Medical Association.

Dr. Khalifeh is a member of the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons. In her free time, she enjoys traveling with her husband Marwan, their two young daughters, and their dog, Bisou.

Book an appointment online Profile Details Fellowship
  • Washington Hospital Center, 2011–2012
Residency
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital, 2006–2011
Education
  • BA, Boston College, 1996
  • MS, Georgetown University, 2001
  • MD, Johns Hopkins University, 2006
Professional Distinctions
  • Fellow, American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS)
  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons (ACS)
  • Chesapeake Colorectal Society
  • Medical Society of Virginia
  • President-Association of Women Surgeons, DC Chapter
Practice
Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC
Latest Review
“Dr. Kalifeh is awesome. She's always made me feel at ease with the whole experience. She shows general interest in who.I am as a person and keeps me informed on course of actions and plans. Highly recommend her to all.”
Katherine Khalifeh, MD

Katherine Khalifeh, MD

Colorectal Surgeon

2710 Prosperity Ave
Ste 200
Fairfax, VA 22031

4.97 (35)
Kimberly Matzie, MD
4.97
(43)
Kimberly Matzie, MD Colorectal Surgeon
30.2 mi
4.97 (43)
2710 Prosperity Ave
Ste 200
Fairfax, VA 22031
+2 more locations
About Kimberly Matzie, MD

Kimberly Matzie, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC.

Dr. Matzie was born and raised in Granby, Connecticut. She decided to pursue a career in medicine after undergoing an operation in her freshman year of college. The procedure went well, but the surgeon didn’t have the best bedside manner, and no one on the surgical team explained the process or what to expect during recovery.

Dr. Matzie left the hospital inspired and committed to making interactions with her patients both positive and informative. After earning her undergraduate degree at Harvard College in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Dr. Matzie enrolled at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.

There, she earned her Doctor of Medicine before completing a residency in general surgery at Brigham & Women’s Hospital in Boston. While there, Dr. Matzie also completed fellowships in clinical research, surgical care, and critical care.

Before entering private practice, Dr. Matzie completed fellowship training in colon and rectal surgery at Cleveland Clinic Florida in Weston. She received extensive tutelage in advanced laparoscopy for small bowel, colon, and rectal surgeries.

As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Matzie has special interests in Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery (TEM), a minimally invasive approach to removing large rectal polyps and early cancers not responsive to colonoscopy excision or other traditional techniques.

When she isn’t at work, Dr. Matzie enjoys spending time with her husband, Chris, and their two daughters.

Book an appointment online Profile Details Fellowship
  • Colon and Rectal Surgical Fellow, Cleveland Clinic Florida, 2009–2010
  • Critical Care Fellow, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 2005–2007
Residency
  • Senior & Chief Surgical Resident, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 2007–2009
Education
  • BA, Harvard College, 1998
  • MD, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, 2002
Internship
  • Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 2002–2005
Professional Distinctions
  • Harvard College magna cum laude, 1998
  • Harvard Medical School Graduating Class – Best Teaching Resident Award, Nominee 2007
  • John Harvard Scholarship & Elizabeth Cary Agassiz Scholarship for academic distinction. Dean’s List. 1994–1998
  • Fellow, American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgery (ASCRS)
  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons (ACS)
  • Society of Critical Care Medicine, member
  • Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), member
  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons (ACS)
  • Association of Women Surgeons, member
  • Chesapeake Colorectal Society
  • Medical Society of Virginia
Practice
Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC
Latest Review
“Positive interaction. I feel the doc heard my concerns, addressed the issues & options with me, & offered solutions/plan of action. ”
Kimberly Matzie, MD

Kimberly Matzie, MD

Colorectal Surgeon

2710 Prosperity Ave
Ste 200
Fairfax, VA 22031

4.97 (43)
Dr. Elizabeth Zubowicz, MD
Dr. Elizabeth Zubowicz, MD Surgeon
49.9 mi
15030 Washington Street
Haymarket, VA 20169
About Dr. Elizabeth Zubowicz, MD

Elizabeth Alexandra Zubowicz, MD, FACS, FASMBS is a board-certified general surgeon. She specializes in bariatric surgery and hernia surgery. She performs both open as well as minimally invasive surgery, with a focus on robotic surgery and its advancement in the realm of general surgery.  She has performed over 1000 bariatric procedures and has a passion for helping patients get healthier.

One of the biggest concerns post bariatric surgery is “loose skin.”  After so much hard work and effort to lose weight and get healthier, patients still have this loose skin that can significantly impact their quality of life and self-image.  Skin removal surgery is rarely covered by insurance and can be an extremely long and painful recovery.

In addition, being a mother of 2, she personally felt the body image challenges of having permanent loose/sagging abdominal skin no matter how many crunches after having babies.  After extensive research, Dr. Zubowicz was impressed by the significant results from minimally laser techniques for loose/wrinkled skin and decided to incorporate it into her practice.

This market-leading body-contouring technology can be used on many areas of the body and can help improve skin laxity after weight loss, pregnancy or aging. It is also great for removing those last stubborn areas of fat that just can’t be lost no matter how much weight one loses.

She is extremely excited to now offer these skin tightening and rejuvenating techniques as well as other minimally invasive approaches to graceful aging and improved overall body wellness at Thrive Medspa.

Dr. E. Alexandra Zubowicz is a board-certified general surgeon and a Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery as well as the American College of Surgeons.  Dr. Zubowicz received her medical degree from University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio.  She completed her residency at the Georgetown-Medstar General Surgery Residency Program in Washington, DC.  She has presented at numerous regional and national conferences and has been published in multiple peer-reviewed publications. 

Dr. Zubowicz is originally from Atlanta, Georgia.  She has an interest in medical mission work and has been on several medical mission trips, in both Ecuador and in the Philippines.  Her husband is active duty with the United States Army, and they have two daughters Gabrielle and Sophia.  

Practice
Thrive Medical Spa & Wellness
Dr. Elizabeth Zubowicz, MD

Dr. Elizabeth Zubowicz, MD

Surgeon

15030 Washington Street
Haymarket, VA 20169