Dr. Andrew Joel, MD, FACS

Dr. Andrew Joel, MD, FACS

Urologist
404.4 mi · 1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 415, Arlington, VA 22205

At a glance

4.89 stars (27 reviews)
98% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 16 insurances
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Boston University
Works at Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group Urology
4.89
27 reviews
Bedside manner
4.8
Wait time
4.4

Recent reviews

Good doctor, but seemed rush to get you out of the door. His diagnosis was OK but his course of treatment didn't help much. I had to see another doctor for the same issue. But overall Dr. Joel is a good approachable doctor whom I might visist again for other issues.
Verified patient
I visited Dr Joel due to a lump in my right testicle that I didn't feel in my left. He was incredibly calm and reassuring but suspected that I had testicular cancer. He got me into a CT Scan and Ultrasound for confirmation THAT SAME DAY which to me was amazing. The tests confirmed his diagnosis and he was able to schedule me for surgery the next day. He did the surgery himself and the pathology later confirmed that I had testicular cancer. It's been almost 9 months and I'm in great health. The cancer did not spread beyond the testicle and I attribute that in part to his ability to get me treated immediately.
Verified patient

Office location

Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group Urology
404.4 mi · 1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 415, Arlington, VA, 22205

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Aetna
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UnitedHealthcare
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BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealthcare

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Kidney and ureter procedures
Kidney stone disease
Male erectile dysfunction
Acute urinary tract infection
Urine flow blockage
Transurethral surgery (TURP) for enlarged prostate
Kidney and ureter procedures
Kidney stone disease
Male erectile dysfunction
Acute urinary tract infection

More about Dr. Andrew Joel, MD, FACS

Dr. Andrew Joel attended Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, and graduated cum laude in 1997. Prior to his graduation, he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha. Dr. Joel completed both his surgical internship and urological surgery residency at Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC, in 2003. During his residency, he was recognized by his mentors for his dedication to his profession and the field of urology by receiving the Outstanding Resident Teacher Award. After residency, Dr. Joel received advanced training in urological laparoscopy and in the surgical and medical management of kidney stone disease at the University of California Medical Center in San Francisco. During his fellowship, Dr. Joel performed numerous laparoscopic nephrectomies, partial nephrectomies, adrenalectomies, and pyeloplasties - many of them with the da Vinci robot. Upon completing his fellowship in June 2004, he returned to Washington, DC and joined the Georgetown University Hospital Department of Urology in September 2004. In July 2005, Dr. Joel left Georgetown University Hospital in order to establish Washington Urology with his long-time colleague, Dr. Robert Mordkin. Currently, Dr. Joel is a member of the Virginia Hospital Center medical staff and serves as the Co-head of Laparoscopic Urology at the Hospital. He is a Diplomat of the American Board of Urology and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Most recently, Drs. Joel and Mordkin have become the first urologists in metropolitan Washington DC to perform single port laparoscopic nephrectomy, partial nephrectomy, and suprapubic prostatectomy. He is member of the American Urological Association, the Mid-Atlantic Section of the American Urological Association, and the Washington Urological Society. Dr. Joel has authored numerous journal articles and meeting abstracts on a wide range of urological issues. He has also authored chapters in both urological and primary care text- books. He has lectured locally on prostate cancer and urological laparoscopy. He has been an instructor for new urological procedures including the robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy. He has been recognized by colleagues for his dedication to his profession and the field of urology by receiving the Washingtonian Magazine Top Doctors Award.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - Boston University
Georgetown University, Residency in Urology
University of California, San Francisco Medical Center, Fellowship in Laparoscopy and Endourology

Practice

Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group Urology

Affiliation

Virginia Hospital Center

Certifications

American Board of Urology

Professional memberships

American Urological Association
Mid-Atlantic Section of the American Urological Association

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Washingtonian Magazine Top Doctors Award

Background

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1992704340

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Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.89
Wait time
4.42
Bedside manner
4.75
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Great visit. Spent lots of time with me discussing my issues. Couldn't ask for more.
Dr Joel is both kind and very thorough. Can't recommend him highly enough.
I like the fact you cab go in and fill out forms on a computer.
Practical, pragmatic and logical doctor. Very pleased.
Good doctor, but seemed rush to get you out of the door. His diagnosis was OK but his course of treatment didn't help much. I had to see another doctor for the same issue. But overall Dr. Joel is a good approachable doctor whom I might visist again for other issues.
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Good experience.
I visited Dr Joel due to a lump in my right testicle that I didn't feel in my left. He was incredibly calm and reassuring but suspected that I had testicular cancer. He got me into a CT Scan and Ultrasound for confirmation THAT SAME DAY which to me was amazing. The tests confirmed his diagnosis and he was able to schedule me for surgery the next day. He did the surgery himself and the pathology later confirmed that I had testicular cancer. It's been almost 9 months and I'm in great health. The cancer did not spread beyond the testicle and I attribute that in part to his ability to get me treated immediately.
Verified patient
Excellent!
awesome practice! A++
It was great. Everyone was very helpful
Great and really friendly!
Perfect--
Professional doctor
Verified patient
It was very productive, helpful, and informative. The wait is just like any doctors office. The early you get there the better, but you can't help that another patient may require more of the doctors time before he can get to you.
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Frequently asked questions

Which hospital is Dr. Andrew Joel affiliated with?

Dr. Andrew Joel is affiliated with Virginia Hospital Center.

What practice does Dr. Andrew Joel work with?

Dr. Andrew Joel works with Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group Urology.

Where is Dr. Andrew Joel's office located?

Dr. Andrew Joel's office is located at 1625 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington, VA 22205.

Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Joel have?

Dr. Andrew Joel is certified by American Board of Urology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Andrew Joel?

Dr. Andrew Joel frequently sees patients for Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence / Male Sexual Dysfunction, Incontinence, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Urology Consultation, and Urology Follow Up. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Andrew Joel on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Andrew Joel speak?

Dr. Andrew Joel speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Andrew Joel in reviews?

27 patients have reviewed Dr. Andrew Joel. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.89/5. They have a 4.75/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.42/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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