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Dr. Kathleen Cleland, MD

Dr. Kathleen Cleland, MD

General Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Kathleen Cleland, MD is a general surgeon in Alexandria, VA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Rush Medical College in 2001. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Inova Alexandria Hospital and Inova Fair Oaks Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

1800 N Beauregard St Ste 40 Alexandria, VA 22311
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(703) 359-8640

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cleland is affiliated with Inova Loudoun Hospital Leesburg, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cleland specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Cleland's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cleland

4.8

13 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
85%
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4 Star
15%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 12, 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
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 11, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
ANA FERNANDEZ MAIN – Dec 24, 2020
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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
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 04, 2020
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Daniella – Dec 11, 2019
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Serena Owen in VA – Feb 21, 2019
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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
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 10, 2018
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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
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Alexandria, VA – Oct 07, 2018
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 15, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

I decided to become a surgeon during medical school as I fell in love with working with my hands and my mind. My choice was solidified during residency at Madigan Army Medical Center where I continued to train and learn to diagnose and formulate...read more

biography

Served in the United States Army as General Surgeon 

Heidelberg, Germany 2006-2008

Republic of Georgia 2008

Dewitt Army Medical Center Fort Belvoir VA 2008-2010

deployed Tikrit and Mosul, Iraq 2009

  • General Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Madigan Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2002

  • Rush Medical College

    Medical School, 2001

  • Rush University

    Medical School, 2001

  • Augustana College Rock Island, Il

    Undergraduate School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Inova Virginia Surgery Associates-Alexandria1800 N Beauregard St Ste 40 Alexandria, VA 22311
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Inova Loudoun Hospital

    44045 Riverside Pkwy
    Leesburg, VA 20176
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

    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

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

    3600 Joseph Siewick Dr
    Fairfax, VA 22033
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Virginia Hospital Center

    1701 N George Mason Dr
    Arlington, VA 22205
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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