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Virginia C Colliver

Virginia C Colliver, MD

Cardiology

Accepting New Patients
4.8 of 5 stars270 ratings, 86 reviews
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins Community Physicians

Languages

  • English

13 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Female

About Virginia C Colliver

Background

Virginia C. Colliver, M.D., is a cardiologist with Johns Hopkins Community Physicians-Heart Care (JHCP) in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Colliver is also affiliated with Suburban Hospital and Sibley Memorial Hospital.

Dr. Colliver has expertise in general and preventive cardiology, heart disease in women, echocardiography and nuclear cardiology. 

Dr. Colliver earned her medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She completed a residency at University of North Carolina, as well as a fellowship in cardiovascular medicine. 

Dr. Colliver is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology.

Dr. Colliver has been recognized as one of the area’s Top Doctors several times by Washingtonian magazine, as well as Consumers' Checkbook. She received the 2017 Johns Hopkins Medicine Excellence in Service and Professionalism Award for providing great care to her patients and leadership to her JHCP office. 

Honors

  • Top Doctor, Washingtonian Magazine
  • Top Doctor, Consumers' Checkbook
  • 2017 Excellence in Service and Professionalism Award, Johns Hopkins Medicine

Memberships

  • American College of Cardiology,

    Fellow

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda
    • 6410 Rockledge Drive, Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20817
    • Sibley Memorial Hospital
      • 5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building C, Washington, DC 20016
      • Johns Hopkins Medicine Cardiology, Rockville
        • 15005 Shady Grove Road, Suite 340, Rockville, MD 20850

        Expertise

        Education

        UNC Medical Center

        Fellowship, Cardiology, 1999

        UNC Medical Center

        Residency, Internal Medicine, 1996

        University of Maryland School of Medicine

        Medical Education, MD, 1993

        Board Certifications

        Cardiovascular Disease

        American Board of Internal Medicine, 1999

        Insurance

        Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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        • Aetna
        • CareFirst
        • Cigna
        • First Health
        • Geisinger Health Plan
        • HealthSmart/Accel
        • Humana
        • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
        • MultiPlan
        • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
        • Point Comfort Underwriters
        • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
        • UnitedHealthcare

        Ratings & Reviews

        4.8 out of 5

        270 ratings, 86 reviews

        The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

        Overall Rating by Patient
        Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
        Provider Listened Carefully
        Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
        Provider Explained Things Clearly
        Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
        Provider Knew Medical History
        Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
        Provider Showed Respect
        Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
        Provider Spent Enough Time
        Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/14/2025

          Excellent Doctor.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/13/2025

          Made me feel like I was important

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/13/2025

          The best

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/11/2025

          Outstanding response to my e-mail about my problem.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/31/2025

          Dr. Colliver was extremely nice and professional. She explained some issues about my health that I wasn't aware of.

          4 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/24/2025

          The 2 providers were courtiest and efficient in going throughtheir work.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/9/2025

          Very confidant in her knowledge and abilities to care for me

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/9/2025

          Dr Colliver is terrific

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/3/2025

          Very happy with Dr. Colliver

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/31/2024

          Dr. Colliver listens and looks for answers. I feel very comfortable in her care.

          3 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/26/2024

          Dr Colliver is a solid provider.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/26/2024

          Dr. Colliver is the perfect, very helpful cardiologist, who accepts my irregularities and finds a perfect solution to my problems. I asked her to become my primary care physician as well, but she politely refused. Instead, she gave me a list of PCPs from the Johns Hopkins Medicine group, and I was very pleased.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/17/2024

          Only second contact and I find Dr. Colliver professional, competent yet personable and knowledgeable. She loved the data I brought her from recent tests. She is open to discussion. Looking forward to a long association as we partner to continue with my heart health.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/17/2024

          She was concerned and caring I was scared she put me at ease

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/17/2024

          Dr. Colliver was the first person to take me seriously as a woman cardiac patient. She is kind, thorough, patient and takes the time to explain things to me, and values my opinion.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/5/2024

          Excellent ability to fill in for my usual doctor. Was able to access previous information and make new orders pleasantly and easy to understand

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/22/2024

          All at this practice were professional, caring, and made the experience flow as easily as possible. Explained all procedures, tests and results.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/14/2024

          Thorough

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/7/2024

          She's a keeper

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/7/2024

          Excellent Practitioner

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/5/2024

          Dr. Colliver, [staff] and [staff] are all terrific.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/25/2024

          Dr Colliver paid close attention to what I told her about my concerns and answered all my questions.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/18/2024

          Very Good!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/15/2024

          She is wonderful!!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/11/2024

          Great visit. No problems.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/11/2024

          Dr. Colliver is wonderful. Based on my test results I will be seeing her more often than I originally thought but I feel confident that I will be in good hands.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/11/2024

          Dr Colliver is nice and show that she genuinely cares about my health, wellbeing as an individual.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/8/2024

          Good

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/8/2024

          Great bedside manner. Listened well to what I said.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/3/2024

          Dr Colliver always does a thorough job - I'm very glad she is my cardiologist!

          3 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/30/2024

          Reviewed prior tests I had.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/27/2024

          Dr. Colliver

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/27/2024

          I have been a patient of Dr. Colliver for over 20 years. I firmly believe she is exceptional, caring, attentive, knowledgeable in all aspects.As always, I am confident in her care and am exceedingly grateful for her support.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/24/2024

          One of the best doctors I have ever had

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/24/2024

          They are 'first rate' medical providers.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/20/2024

          Dr Colliver is excellent

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/20/2024

          Dr. Colliver

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/20/2024

          Outstanding because of her genuine interest in my health, she read my record, listened carefully, and provided clear recommendations for future care. At no time did I feel she was rushing to see the next patient. She's what a physician should be.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/20/2024

          Dr. Colliver is a very caring and knowledgeable provider with excellent "bedside manner.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/17/2024

          I was impressed that Dr Colliver remember to check with me regarding instructions from almost a year ago (even though it was probably from her notes)

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/17/2024

          I have been a patient of Dr Colliver for many many years. I trust and respect her and just plain like her.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/12/2024

          Excellent

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/12/2024

          She's the best.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/12/2024

          She gave me advice about the ACE inhibitor I have been taking

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/12/2024

          I have been a patient for a few years now and have no complaints.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/12/2024

          Excellent. Been with her a long time. She knows my medical history and has help me improve.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/6/2024

          Dr colliver was fantastic

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/5/2024

          The best

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/30/2024

          Careful, good listening skills, thorough.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/29/2024

          Provider was very cordial, friendly. Explained things in layman's language if there are things I needed to clarify.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/28/2024

          Dr. Colliver said she is here to help prevent strokes or heart attacks. Very happy that this is her first priority and she continues to keep an eye on my body's heart and brain to prevent either one of these health events from occurring. Appreciate her medical knowledge and advice.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/27/2024

          Dr. Colliver filled in for a last minute pre-surgical cardiac clearance. My regular doctor was not available. She was very pleasant and thorough.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/16/2024

          It's always pleasant to visit Dr. Colliver.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/12/2024

          Very knowledgeable, caring, patient.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/12/2024

          Excellent

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/2/2024

          My first visit to Dr. Colliver's office. Went very well.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/1/2024

          Dr. Virginia Colliver is a very personable individual who is thorough and explains results of tests and procedures very well. She is very candid and gives very valuable advice. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of her specialty, Cardiology.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/1/2024

          Dr Colliver is the best and followed up with a phone call

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/1/2024

          Good bedside manner and good listener.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/25/2024

          I always receive excellent care from Dr. Virginia Colliver.

          4 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/24/2024

          Dr. Colliver is awesome. Do whatever it takes to keep her happy.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/24/2024

          Dr. Colliver was courteous, professional, and took the time to answer my questions.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/19/2024

          She is thorough helpful and nice

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/15/2024

          Excellent provider

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/28/2024

          Dr. Virginia Colliver is simply the best cardiac provider I have ever found. She explains everything thoroughly and clearly, and always listens to me and my concerns.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/27/2024

          Dr. Colliver is terrific. She is a common-sense doctor and genuinely cares about your well-being.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/25/2024

          She was professional, competent and pleasant.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/25/2024

          Dr Colliver & [Staff] were both very nice & professional. Very pleased with the appointment

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/21/2024

          Always well taken care of throughout appointment

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/20/2024

          Excellent visit with Dr. Colliver as always. I have already referred my spouse and others to Dr. Colliver.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/20/2024

          Asked questions, gave information, listenedanswered questions. Upbeat positive attitude. Knowledgeable, decisive.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/11/2024

          My provider is competent and lovely.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/10/2024

          Dr Colliver is easy to talk to and explains things well.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/10/2024

          She's very nice and very supportive provider

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/24/2024

          Dr Colliver provides exceptional care and oversight of my heart health issues. She listens well.and responds to my inquiries no matter how mundane they may seem to her. I always leave our visit understanding how to maintain a heart healthy lifestyle.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/3/2024

          DR. Colliver is an excellent Doctor top notch!!!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/1/2024

          Although it had been 2 years since I had seen her, she did remember several things that came up in that previous visit...as did I at age 90. She is attentive, able to use all the technical things on her screen and was able to get my internist's records too. She was well informed about my health and we had a very productive conversation. She suggested a stress test for me and I felt that was an appropriate outcome for this visit.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/1/2024

          Very engaged and attentive.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/19/2024

          She is knowledgeable, patient, caring and explaining things to me in plain English.

          1 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/12/2024

          Abrupt, rushed

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/12/2024

          Dr. Colliver is an expert on Women's Heart Health. She made good recommendations to change my medications and recommended a blood pressure check in 6 weeks with a PA to see how the new medication plan was working.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/4/2024

          Dr. Virginia Colliver is the most useful for my treatment. I am extremely sensitive to medications, but Dr. Colliver accepts the treatment choices that work best for me.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/4/2024

          Excellent description of heart problems with visual explanation to complete understanding.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/3/2024

          Excellent visit. Follow up already scheduled.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/2/2024

          Dr. Colliver has always displayed the very best professionalism during the two decades I have been her patient.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/2/2024

          Pleased with overall visit