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Dr. Wendy Gottlieb, MD

Dr. Wendy Gottlieb, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*

Dr. Wendy Gottlieb, MD is a plastic surgeon in Reston, VA. Dr. Gottlieb has extensive experience in Breast Surgery. She is affiliated with Reston Hospital Center. She is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (28 reviews)

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Dr. Gottlieb is affiliated with Reston Hospital Center Reston, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Gottlieb specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Clean HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. See hospitals

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Dr. Gottlieb's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gottlieb

3.5
28 ratings, 21 with a written review
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3 star
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2 star
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Thoughtful and talented
I highly recommend Dr. Gottlieb. She listened to my concerns and gently explained what would happen and what to expect. She is a true artist in her field.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 22, 2024
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Dr. Gottlieb Prioritizes Health
Dr. Gottlieb literally saved my life. Her compassion and attention to detail are second to none. She's a warm and funny person who puts you at ease during stressful times, and she takes her time to explain everything so a non-medical person could understand. Other doctors love working with her and rank her among the best. As I saw other specialists, they all were pleased I was Dr. Gottlieb's patient. She was easily reachable when I had questions after hours, and did not make me feel badly about asking lots of questions. She gets it; she's the perfect doctor for women dealing with cancer -- she was a bright spot during a dark time.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Breast Cancer Survivor – Oct 08, 2024
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Amazing Surgeon!
Wonderful experience with Dr. Gottlieb. She took the time to explain all of my options and what would work best for me without being pushy! She did excellent work and I couldn’t be happier! You cannot even see where my skin cancer was removed from my face. Staff were super friendly and professional. Would highly recommend Dr. Gottlieb!
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
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Erin – Oct 05, 2024
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Dr Gottlieb was an integral part of my physical
and emotional recovery from bilateral mastectomies and I will be forever grateful to her. She is an extremely talented surgeon who gives honest evaluations and realistic expectations. My journey was slightly more protracted than average and Dr Gottlieb was by my side every step of the way with her calming bedside manner and witty sense of humor. She listened to my concerns, provided options, and took the time to explain the procedures to assure my understanding. Her personalized approach is second to none. I have encountered a welcome atmosphere and friendly staff with every office visit. Dr Gottlieb’s keen eye for detail, surgical expertise, and patience with my not so straight forward healing process has me feeling whole and more confident than I ever thought possible when initially met with this medical challenge. I can also say, without reservation, that Dr Gottlieb is not only and incredible surgeon, she is an exceptionally good human. Go see her!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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HMcD – Oct 05, 2024
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Kind and compassionate
She listens to your needs and is honest about what she can and cannot do.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 05, 2024
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Amazing doctor
Dr. Gottlieb is a truly gifted surgeon and an all around wonderful person .
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
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Oct 04, 2024
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Excellent physician
I have known Dr. Gottlieb for several years. She is always friendly and welcoming, as is her staff. She takes the time to discuss any issues or concerns that I might have. She has also taken care of a family member and was exceptional. Dr. Gottlieb is an excellent clinician and I trust her implicitly.
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
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Susie Christoff – Oct 04, 2024
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Worst healthcare professional I have ever met
Dr Gottlieb's office is across the hall from my amazing dermatologist (Dr Sebastien) so it seemed logical to use her to close up my Basal Cell after he removed it from my nose. At the initial consultation she seemed rushed and annoyed to have to explain the procedure to me. The day of the procedure she acted as if I was a huge burden for her. As I lay on the table with an open wound on the side of my nose, she was yelling at her assistant and harshly positioning my head. Dr. Gottlieb showed ZERO empathy and had a horrible attitude. She maybe said five words to me the entire time I was in her office. A month later I ended up with major scar tissue inside my nose. I wanted her to see it so I made a follow up appt. When I get there she didn't even want to look at it and gave me a referral to another doctor. I REGRET ever using her. And I would never recommend her.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
2 others found this helpful
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Scott – Feb 12, 2024
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Different treatment for different patients
I read all of the glowing reviews and I wonder what happened during my interaction with Dr.Gottlieb; as she was condescending to me and on more than one visit. She always seems rushed and when you voice a concern, she brushes you off as if your concern lacks value.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 28, 2023
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Excellent Doctor and Staff
I seen Dr. Gottlieb re: Bilateral Breast Reduction. The post and pre op was above top notch. Dr. Gottlieb answered all my questions, was sincere with her approach. I received follow up calls. Outstanding doctor and staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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WD – Sep 26, 2022
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Run, don't walk away from this office!!!! Dr. Gottlieb seems like a nice person and she definitely seemed competent when I went for my consultation, however, the administration of her office is the worst that I have ever encountered. I need to have a procedure done that is a result of having the BRCA2 gene mutation; it seems as though the office admin only wants to schedule procedures that are cosmetic and would not require filing insurance claims. The thing that bothers me the most is that at my consultation, Dr. Gottlieb talked me through what would happen at my outpatient surgical procedure. Gottlieb's MA took photos to submit to insurance for preauthorization but my insurance company never received anything from this office. I also stressed the need to have the procedure completed prior to November 1st since my deductible had been satisfied for the fiscal year. Wherever I end up going, I will pay a substantial amount more money and I don't work since my cancer diagnosis in 2018
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 others found this helpful
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Jan 06, 2022
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Abrupt and dismissive.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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May 21, 2020
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Very personable but fat graft did not work post breast cancer . Had another patient call me to say how pleased she was but surgery made no difference at all.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 06, 2020
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I had a breast reduction in 2017 and she did an amazing job. Her staff was polite and professional. But the reason you go is for the surgeon and the results and I could not be happier. I healed great and was back at work in 2 days.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 13, 2019
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Dr Gottlieb is the best. She has a bedside manor like no other and is caring. A true compassionate physician that knows her trade. I have used her for two of my surgeries as well as filler and botox. She is the best.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Victoria in Fairfax , VA – Oct 04, 2018
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When I select medical care providers, the professionalism with which the office is run matters. Hence, I would not likely recommend Dr. Gottlieb to fam/friends. Competent doctor. Nice lady. Poorly run office. Especially due to her personal demeanor, keen disappointment when a minor billing dispute emerged in which she and her team bear some responsibility. Dr. G. made no efforts to resolve it, despite polite appeals. No reply to requests for a call back. No response to email inquiries.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
2 others found this helpful
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Steve Jarriel in Vienna, VA – Aug 15, 2018
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Pleasant personality; readily fixes mistakes
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Kevin Keenan in Oakton, VA – Jun 29, 2018
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Terrible staff
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Arlington, VA – Oct 24, 2017
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Dr. Gottlieb understands the art of plastic surgery and my results exceeded my greatest expectation. She has an amazing bedside manner and really takes the time to explain everything. From the first consultation you will see how much she truly cares about her patients. I couldn't be happier with my breast reduction. My body is now perfectly proportioned and I no longer experience back and neck pain. I am so fortunate to have found her. She is so incredibly talented.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Kimberly B. in Woodbridge, VA – Nov 12, 2016
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She removed my breast implant on 6/2. The preop visit was ok, 1week after surgery she pulled the tube dispite the lg. amts of drainage daily. During the next 2 wks., I went 2x's for needle aspirations. The 3rd wk. a tube was reinserted. 7/10/16, I was admitted to the hospital for 9 days with 2 bacterial infections, on two IV antibotics & tube change. Now home on IVs &tube. & she left 2grossly disfigured skin pouches that may need surgery to clear up the infection. No f/u from her since 7/10
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Carol J. in Culpeper, VA – Jul 28, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Wendy Gottlieb is a board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in Reston, VA.

biography

A native of McLean, Virginia, Dr. Gottlieb is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Dr. Wendy Gottlieb offers a womans touch, understanding, and a wealth of experience in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery in Northern Virginia. She graduated...read more
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • University Of Virginia Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Virginia Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Virginia

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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  • Virginia Hospital Center, Vice Chief, Department of Plastic Surgery

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

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    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

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