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Wasel Sayed Akbary

Wasel Sayed Akbary, DO

Internal Medicine

Accepting New Patients
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4.7 of 5 stars158 ratings, 47 reviews

Highlights

Languages

  • German
  • Farsi
  • English

Gender

Male

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins Community Physicians

About Wasel Sayed Akbary

Background

Wasel Akbary, M.D., is an internal medicine provider with Johns Hopkins Community Physicians. Dr. Akbary received his medical degree from University of New England in Biddeford, Maine in 1995. He went on to complete his internal medicine residency program at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, a Tufts University Medical School Residency program, in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Akbary later completed his fellowship in Preventive Medicine with a Geriatric Medicine certificate program from Boston Medical Center, Boston University School of Medicine.

Dr. Akbary enjoys the holistic approach to treating his patients. He loves the challenge of treating a variety of health conditions. Having the opportunity to make a difference in his patients’ mental and physical health brings him tremendous enjoyment.

He and his wife have been married for almost 20 years and have three beautiful children. His oldest daughter graduated from Virginia Tech, his second daughter is studying at the University of Virginia, and his youngest son is in high school. In his free time, Dr. Akbary enjoys the outdoors – regularly going for long walks, hiking, biking and playing soccer with friends.

Memberships

  • Member of the American College of Physicians

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - McLean
    • 6849 Old Dominion Drive, Suite 300, McLean, VA 22101

    Expertise

    Education

    Boston Medical Center

    Fellowship, General Preventive Medicine, 2000

    St Elizabeth's Medical Center

    Residency, Internal Medicine, 1998

    University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical Education, DO, 1995

    Board Certifications

    Internal Medicine

    American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015

    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

    4.7 out of 5

    158 ratings, 47 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 4.7 out of 5 stars
    Provider Listened Carefully
    Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Provider Explained Things Clearly
    Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Provider Knew Medical History
    Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
    Provider Showed Respect
    Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Provider Spent Enough Time
    Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/18/2025

      Impressive

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/18/2025

      Easy to speak with and he listened to my concerns.

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

      Very helpful!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/10/2025

      He is a fine man.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/3/2025

      Active listener, patient, respectful, thoughtful, intentional in treatment plan

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/29/2025

      Excellent care provided

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/22/2025

      Dr. Akbary has always shown genuine care for my well-being and provides guidance on the preventative measures I should take to reduce health risks.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/16/2025

      Dr Akbary is superb - caring, professional, and knowledgeable.

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

      He was professional, knowledgeable, caring, and attentive to the best care possible for my conditions.

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

      I am incredibly grateful for the care and dedication of my primary care doctor. They are always attentive, professional, and compassionate, taking the time to truly listen and address all my concerns. I feel confident and well-cared for under their expertise. Highly recommend!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/8/2025

      WASEL SAYED AKBARY

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/2/2025

      My provider was nice and respectful

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

      The doctor was attentive to my concerns

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

      My very first visit to JHM with Dr Akbary was pleasant and welcoming.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/27/2024

      Excellent provider

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/24/2024

      Dr. Akbary is a very good doctor. I have recommended him to various people.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/24/2024

      Dr. Akbary is an exceptional doctor who truly cares about his patients. He consistently demonstrates professionalism, compassion, and dedication to providing the best possible care. His thorough approach and willingness to listen ensure that every concern is addressed. It's rare to find a doctor who combines expertise with such genuine kindness. Highly recommend Dr. Akbary for anyone seeking a trustworthy and caring healthcare professional!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/18/2024

      I am very happy being a patient to Dr Akbary in all senses.

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

      Excellent diagnostic skills

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

      Good doctor

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

      Doctor Akbary and stuff

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

      Dr Akbary is a true professional. Patient, extremely polite, he explained everything in details. Always found very trustworthy!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/21/2024

      Very pleased with Dr Akbary

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/20/2024

      Dr. Akbary was excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/6/2024

      Dr Akbary is excellent!

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

      I appreciated his concern for my care.

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

      Dr. Akbary Is very knowledgeable, concise, and to the point. I like him.

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

      Very thorough and understanding of limitations of my insurance. willing to work with me despite those limitations.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/26/2024

      Superior service

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/19/2024

      Dr. Akbary and team always do a great job. Thank you!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/17/2024

      Excellent!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/4/2024

      It was the first time I saw this provider to replace my previous primary care doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/3/2024

      Careful, communicative, respectful, pleasant.

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

      Excellent Provider!!! He is genuinely concerned about your health and how he can help you improve it.

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

      Dr Akbary is an excellent physician. Glad to be his patient.

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

      Excelent doctor

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

      Professionalism and courtesy. Very compassionate and logic. Very knowledgeable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/23/2024

      Dr Akbary is great

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

      Very warm, thorough, and friendly as ever.

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

      His medical knowledge, his manners, his showing the care and concern is outstanding. Where he thought my problem is beyond his expertise he referred me to se a specialist.

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

      Dr. Akbary is my Primary Care Physician and has been very well prepared and thorough in his annual physical examinations. I am very much assured by his professionalism and kind way!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/30/2024

      Dr. Wasel Akbary has been our family provider over the years and we are under his consistent excellent and professional care. He follows-up and we appreciate the way he thoroughly follows up and encouragement on ways towards our well being.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/26/2024

      Dr Akbary was very kind and helpful during a stressful time. Really appreciate it.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/25/2024

      I believe that everything that occurred during the.visit was conducted according to a very high standard.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/23/2024

      Attentive

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/17/2024

      Everyone was courteous and helpful, good communication, and clean location.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/8/2024

      Excellent provider.