Arlington Magazine Jul/Aug 2024

MENOPAUSE

Women are fired up and tired of suffering. A new medical specialty is emerging.

CON TENTS

■ FEATURES

HEALTH

36 Estrogen Falling

Menopause is every bit as turbulent as puberty, and hot flashes aren’t even the half of it. Here are some things you might not know about treatment options.

44 Top Doctors

Our area’s very best primary care physicians and specialists, as chosen by their peers in the medical community.

71 Top Dentists

See your way to a healthier smile with our area’s best dentists, orthodontists and oral surgeons, as selected by their professional colleagues.

PEOPLE

90 Extraordinary Teen Awards

There are many ways to be extraordinary. These exemplary students paint an inspiring portrait of resilience and brilliance.

ON THE COVER: Illustration by Alecia Rodriguez

Wakefield High School graduate Gabrielle Gilbert

CON TENTS

140 Shop Local

Nature-inspired jewelry and figurative paintings of audacious women, made in

Summer brings

20 Big Picture

The magic of a time-honored American pastime—the county fair.

22 Familiar Faces

He’s a product of Arlington Public Schools and Bishop O’Connell High School. Meet Arlington’s first Latino sheriff.

26 My Life

She thought having an empty nest would mean carefree fun and travel. Parkinson’s wasn’t part of the plan.

116 Great Spaces

The landscaping in this garden sanctuary is beautiful and serene. It also hides a retaining wall.

118 Prime Numbers

The area’s most expensive home sales. Plus, real-estate trends by ZIP code.

122 Restaurant Review

The chef at the forefront of D.C.’s Lao food movement brings the flavors of Southeast Asia to Arlington Ridge.

126 Home Plate

What to eat at Rosslyn’s newest food hall, Upside on Moore.

128 Places to Eat

Consult our dining guide for bitesize write-ups on more than 250 area restaurants and bars near you.

142 Driving Range

Relax and stick your toes in the sand in these charming New Jersey seaside towns.

148 Get Away

Plan a biking adventure, a quick beach escape or a glamping weekend in the great outdoors.

152 Back Story

was a crash landing to remember.

letter from the publisher

Challenging Topics

IF YOU TRAVEL to other cities and pick up the local magazine, you will almost invariably see Top Doctors, Top Dentists and “Best of” lists, along with stories on cheap eats and weekend getaways. What you are less likely to see is in-depth, community-focused journalism on complicated topics. Why? Simply put, those kinds of stories are difficult to do and expensive to publish.

Like so many other city and regional magazines, Arlington Magazine publishes useful lists, rankings and roundups. Speaking of which, you’ll find this year’s Top Doctors and Top Dentists on pages 44 and 71 of this issue. Both resources were compiled in partnership with PRS, a national research firm that conducts peer-review surveys in order to identify the most respected physicians and dental professionals in specific markets.

We also dedicate our time and resources to challenging and nuanced stories that require extensive reporting. For example, in recent months we’ve tackled issues like rising commercial vacancy rates and why they matter to the community; the opioid epidemic and fentanyl scourge in schools; and ways to safeguard your home against intensifying weather patterns due to climate change. And it is rewarding to receive recognition for our efforts. Last year we were proud to win a Dateline Award for Best Magazine Feature from the D.C. Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. Which brings us to this issue’s cover story. Some might see menopause as a jarring and controversial choice for our cover. The reality is that this

turbulent life transition has or will affect 63% of our readers—and the latest treatment options, which writer Adrienne Wichard-Edds illuminates via interviews with leading women’s health experts, could prove vitally important and help people. We also believe that tackling difficult topics enhances our credibility and increases engagement in the communities we serve.

Switching gears, one of our most popular annual features is the Extraordinary Teen Awards, which can be found on page 90. Many people tell us they love reading about local teens—their interests and successes, as well as the adversity they’ve faced. We’ve also heard from a handful of readers that this kind of content makes some teens feel bad or inferior. That’s not our intent, and we’re sorry they feel that way. Achievement comes in many forms. Our goal is to celebrate it and shine a light on a great group of kids.

I hope you find our July/August issue helpful, informative and enjoyable to read. Feel free to reach out to me anytime at greg.hamilton@arlington magazine.com with ideas and suggestions. Our editor can be reached at jenny.sullivan@arlington magazine.com. We also want to extend our heartfelt congratulations to the Class of 2024. Best of luck! Hope you have a fantastic summer.

Greg Hamilton Publisher & Owner

Eric is a seasoned nancial advisor and planner with over a decade of experience helping clients invest the right way. He also lives with his wife and daughter in Falls Church, and roots for Virginia Tech (his alma mater).

■ contributors

Kim O’Connell

LIVES IN: Aurora Highlands

IN THIS ISSUE: Writes about the time a plane crash-landed on the football field at Bishop O’Connell High School.

TREASURE HUNT: Our Back Story columnist, O’Connell routinely digs for little-known and forgotten aspects of local history. “I gravitate toward stories of people coming together in some way. I recently learned that in the 1950s, a drive-in theater located near what was then just called National Airport advertised itself with a neon airplane with an animated propeller.”

ON PARENTHOOD: “As the parent of two busy teenagers, I spend a lot of time volunteering with their activities, particularly in my role as president of the Wakefield Crew Boosters. Nothing beats hanging out by a river on a spring morning, cheering your guts out.”

HER TOP DOC: “I’ve seen Christina Malekiani at VHC Health for years. She is in very high demand. That’s probably because when you’re with her, she makes you feel like you’re her only patient that day.”

CURRENTLY WORKING ON: “A story about the restoration of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse on the Outer Banks, one of my favorite places”

ONLINE: kimaoconnell.com

Donna Owens

LIVES IN: Arlington

IN THIS ISSUE: Photographed several of our Extraordinary Teen Award winners. “Such astonishing role models!”

GREAT PORTRAITURE: “It starts with an intentional and authentic connection. When all that tangibly exists of a moment is a two-dimensional image, the viewer should feel that something real was happening in front of the lens. Bonus if the lighting, composition and details are also aligned to help tell the story.”

ON PARENTHOOD: “Parenthood is a continual learning experience. Just when you want to stop time because this stage is your favorite, it keeps getting better for different reasons. Watching our three kids—all in their 20s now— become more themselves every year is my greatest joy.”

TOP DOCS: “We recently switched health insurance, so I’ll be eagerly reading who others recommend!”

CURRENTLY WORKING ON: “My third 365 Project: posting a daily picture on social media to keep experimenting with photography and challenging myself to see things differently.”

ONLINE: donnaowensphotography.com

PUBLISHER & OWNER

Greg Hamilton

EDITOR

Jenny Sullivan

ART DIRECTOR

Laura Goode

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Danny Ryan

DIGITAL EDITORS

Stephanie Kanowitz, Helen Partridge

WEB PRODUCER

Erin Roby

DINING CRITIC

David Hagedorn

COPY EDITORS

Sandy Fleishman, Barbara Ruben

CO-FOUNDER

Steve Hull

WRITERS

Christine Koubek Flynn, Colleen Kennedy, Lisa Lednicer, Matt Mendelsohn, Kim O’Connell, Allie Signorelli, Amy Brecount White, Adrienne Wichard-Edds

PHOTOGRAPHERS & ILLUSTRATORS

Stephanie Bragg, Skip Brown, Rhonisha Franklin, Lisa Helfert, Tony J. Lewis, Deb Lindsey, Anastasia Markova, Matt Mendelsohn, Donna Owens, Alecia Rodriguez, Alan Russ, Hilary Schwab, Joseph D. Tran, Michael Ventura, J. Michael Whalen, Stephanie Williams, Lloyd Wolf

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Julie Rosenbaum

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by Colleen Kennedy

JULY 13 & 20

Veronneau

Blending elements of samba, bossa nova, swing and jazz, Arlington musicians Lynn Veronneau and Ken Avis, the husband-wife duo who perform as Veronneau, bring their eclectic and multilingual world sound to the Lubber Run Summer Concert Series on July 20, as well as Creative Cauldron’s Summer Cabaret Series, where they’ll share the stage with British violin virtuoso Dave Kline on July 13. veronneaumusic.com

PERFORMING ARTS

THROUGH JULY 7

Where the Mountain Meets the Sea

Signature Theatre

Lyrical storytelling and live folk music combine in this D.C.-area premiere—a timeless tale of family, loss, longing and legacy. See website for show times.

Tickets start at $40. 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington, sigtheatre.org

THROUGH AUG. 24

Summer Cabaret Series

Creative Cauldron

Sip wine and expand your musical horizons. This weekend concert series features performances by some of the area’s top musical talents, including altbluegrass trio The Fly Birds, the genrebending Dave Kline Band and an evening of “queer love songs” with Be Steadwell.

French Canadian chanteuse Lynn Veronneau brings her velvet voice to Creative Caudron and Lubber Run this summer.

JAZZ

July

July 27 Beck with the National Symphony Orchestra

August 24 + 25 Indigo Girls Melissa Etheridge

Wolf Trap Opera La bohème

National Symphony Orchestra

July 19

Neil Gaiman

July 20

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 1 in Concert

National Symphony Orchestra

July 24

Black Pumas July 28

Lyle Lovett and his Large Band Preservation Hall Jazz Band

August 9

The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis

Cécile McLorin Salvant

August 15

Blues Traveler

Big Head Todd and the Monsters

August 23

Old Crow Medicine Show

Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway

August 30

See website for show times. $25-$30 general admission; $90 for a table for two with two glasses of wine; $180 for a table for four and a bottle of wine; $15 to livestream. 410 S. Maple Ave., Falls Church, creativecauldron.org

JULY 18-28

2024 Logan Festival of Solo Performance 1st Stage

This festival of award-winning solo works includes Fly Me to the Sun, written and performed by Brian Quijada and directed by Raymond O. Caldwell; Too Fat for China, written and performed by Phoebe Potts; and GUAC, written and performed by Manuel Oliver and directed by Michael Cotey. See website for show times. $20; $10 for students; $15 for military and educators. A $50 festival pass includes access to all three plays. 1524 Spring Hill Road, Tysons, 1ststage.org

JULY 19-28

Heathers: The Musical McLean Community Players

A dark, witty, irreverent musical based on the 1988 teen comedy/thriller, now a cult classic. See website for show times. $25-$30. The Alden Theatre, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, mcleanplayers.org

JULY 19, 8 P.M. La Bohème Wolf Trap

Puccini’s tragic depiction of bohemian love in 19th-century Paris remains as devastating and romantic as ever. Wolf Trap Opera’s grand production with the National Symphony Orchestra is conducted by Grant Gershon. Tickets start at $28. Filene Center, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, wolftrap.org

JULY 20, 7:30-9:30 P.M.

Highline RxR Comedy Showcase

Highline RXR

The Crystal City bar presents a monthly showcase of the area’s best comedians, hosted by Emmy-nominated funnyman Leon Scott. $10. 2010 Crystal Drive, Arlington, highlinerxr.com

JULY 25-27

Andrew Dismukes

Arlington Drafthouse

The Saturday Night Live cast member, writer and stand-up comic takes the stage for three nights of hilarity.

STRINGS

Beck with the National Symphony Orchestra

The eight-time Grammy-winning indie rock artist brings not just “two turntables and a microphone,” but the entire NSO to perform symphonic renditions of hits such as “Loser,” “Gamma Ray,” “Devil’s Haircut” and more. Tickets start at $49. Wolf Trap, Filene Center, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, wolftrap.org

$25-$35. See website for show times. 2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington, arlingtondrafthouse.com

JULY 26, 8 P.M.

Ghostbusters in Concert with the National Symphony Orchestra

Wolf Trap

Who you gonna call? The NSO performs the musical score from the hit 1984 supernatural comedy starring Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd and Slimer the Ghost. Tickets start at $38. Filene Center, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, wolftrap.org

AUG. 1, 8 P.M.

Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me!

Wolf Trap

NPR’s quiz show brings all the foibles and funny business of the news cycle to Wolf Trap. Test your knowledge of what’s news

and what’s not with host Peter Sagal. Tickets start at $49. Filene Center, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, wolftrap.org

AUG. 19 & 20, 8 P.M.

Jerry Seinfeld

Wolf Trap

The star of one of television’s most popular sitcoms of all time has a few new comic observations to share. Tickets start at $55. Filene Center, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, wolftrap.org

MUSIC

THROUGH AUG. 2

Lubber Run Summer Concert Series

Lubber Run Amphitheater

Catch free outdoor performances by the National Chamber Ensemble (July 5); Jazzy

Beck takes the stage with the NSO at Wolf Trap.

Blu (July 6); Anthony “Swamp Dog” Clark (July 12); Cumbia Heights (July 13); the 257th U.S. Army Band (July 19); Veronneau (July 20); and The Longtimers (July 26). Plus, a Chuck Berry tribute (July 27); and A Cappella Night with The Tone Rangers and The Chromatics (Aug. 2). Shows are at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 11 a.m. Sundays. Free. Park entrance at 200 N. Columbus St., Arlington, arlingtonarts.org

JULY 2, 7 P.M.

Killer Queen: A Tribute

Capital One Hall

They will rock you. Front man Patrick Myers channels the spirit of Freddie Mercury, belting out such classics as “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “Another One Bites the Dust.” Tickets start at $50.75. 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, capitalonehall.com

JULY 3, 8 P.M.

Clint Black

Wolf Trap

The country superstar takes the stage for the 35th anniversary of his debut triple-platinum album Killin’ Time, playing

the album in its entirety along with other hits. Rising country star Brittney Spencer opens. Tickets start at $35. Filene Center, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, wolftrap.org

JULY 5, 7:30 P.M.

TLC with En Vogue and Jody Watley

Wolf Trap

It’s ladies’ night with the R&B group TLC, known for ’90s hits such as “No Scrubs,” “Waterfalls” and “Creep.” The tripleheader also features En Vogue (“Don’t Let Go,” “Free Your Mind”) and Jody Watley (“Looking for a New Love”). Tickets start at $42. Filene Center, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, wolftrap.org

JULY 11-AUG. 8, 7 P.M.

Summer Concerts in the Park

Cherry Hill Park

Grab your lawn chairs and pack a picnic for this free outdoor concert series, now celebrating its 32nd year. The lineup includes the Americana-roots Andrew Acosta Band (July 11); jazz/big band tunes by The Hot Lanes (July 18); the blues-rock

group Big Tow (July 25); bluegrass with Big Howdy (Aug. 1) and rockabilly band Kiti Gartner & the Drifting Valentines (Aug. 8). 312 Park Ave., Falls Church, fallschurchva. gov/concertsinthepark

JULY 12, 8 P.M.

E.U. featuring Sugar Bear

The Vault at Capital One Hall

Gregory “Sugar Bear” Elliott is the globally known recording artist, frontman and bass player of the band E.U. (Experience Unlimited). The D.C. go-go music legends will raise the roof with such hits as “Da Butt,” featured in Spike Lee’s college drama School Daze. $35-$40. 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, capitalonehall.com

JULY 13, 8 P.M.

One Piece Music Symphony

Capital One Hall

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Japanese manga series One Piece with an orchestral performance of its actionpacked soundtrack. Tickets start at $93. 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, capitalonehall.com

■ around town

JULY 16-17, 7:30 P.M.

Postmodern Jukebox

The Birchmere

The old-timey revival band performs today’s hits in speakeasy styles. $89.50. 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria, birchmere.com

JULY 18, 8 P.M.

Sugaray Rayford

The Vault at Capital One Hall

The soul-blues powerhouse brings his incendiary sound to an intimate stage. $20–$25. 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, capitalonehall.com

JULY 21, 8 P.M.

JULY 27, 8:30 P.M.

Thurston Howell: Yacht Rock Spectacular!

The State Theatre

Don those captain hats and set sail with a tribute band covering hits by Steely Dan, Carly Simon, Christopher Cross and other soft rock favorites. $15-$18. 220 N. Washington St., Falls Church, thestatetheatre.com

JULY 30, 7:30 P.M.

Ladysmith Black Mambazo

The Birchmere

The Grammy-winning South African vocal group that rose to fame on Paul Simon’s album Graceland remains one of the world’s most popular touring groups. $55. 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria, birchmere.com

AUG. 2, 8:30 P.M.

Captain Mike & the Shipwrecked:

A Jimmy Buffet Tribute

The State Theatre Parrotheads, prepare for a trip to Margaritaville with this tribute band playing

hits and deep cuts from the Coral Reefer catalog. $18-$22. 220 N. Washington St., Falls Church, thestatetheatre.com

AUG. 2-4, 7:30 P.M.

Michael Franks

The Birchmere

Considered an innovator of D.C.’s “quiet storm” movement—smooth R&B inflected with jazz elements—Michael Franks has recorded with many musical legends. $65. 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria, birchmere.com

AUG. 9, 7:30 P.M.

White Ford Bronco

The Birchmere

Deemed “the undisputed king of cover bands” by The Washington Post, the local rockers are primed to play your 1990s alt-rock and pop faves. $35. 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria, birchmere.com

AUG. 9, 8 P.M.

Ramón Ayala

Capital One Hall

Norteño music superstar and “King of the Accordion” Ramón Ayala is bidding

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farewell to his fans with his “El Principio de Un Final” tour. Tickets start at $53.50. 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, capitalonehall.com

AUG. 17 & 18, 8 P.M.

Boyz II Men with Bell Biv DeVoe

Wolf Trap

Head out for an evening of New Jack Swing with Boyz II Men, known for their sweet soul harmonies (“Motownphilly,” “End of the Road”) and fellow hitmakers Bell Biv DeVoe (“Poison,” “Do Me!”). Tickets start at $45. Filene Center, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, wolftrap.org

AUG. 31, 8 P.M.

The Roots with Digable Planets and Arrested Development

Wolf Trap

The Roots, the legendary hip-hop band formed by Tariq “Black Thought” Trotter and Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, join fellow luminaries Digable Planets, known for their jazzy hip-hop fusions, and the Afrocentric alternative hip-hop collective Arrested

Development. Tickets start at $65. Filene Center, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, wolftrap.org

ART

JULY 3-27

Oh, You Paint: Soul

Gallery Underground

Pay a visit to the Crystal City underground before it closes for good in October. In this solo exhibition, artist LaPrea Rich expresses personal journeys, universal truths and beauty through a blend of colors, textures and forms. Gallery hours are 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; noon-6 p.m. Saturday. Opening reception 5-7 p.m. July 5. Free. The Shops at 2100 Crystal Drive, Arlington, arlingtonartistsalliance.org/ gallery-underground

JULY 31-AUG. 31

NOVA Sculpture Group Show

Gallery Underground

Gallery Underground presents 3D works by sculptors living and working in Northern

Virginia. Gallery hours 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; noon-6 p.m. Saturday. Opening reception 5-7 p.m. Aug. 2. Free. The Shops at 2100 Crystal Drive, Arlington, arlingtonartistsalliance.org/ gallery-underground

SEASONAL

THROUGH NOV. 2

Arlington Civitan Flea Market

Browse vintage books, clothing, furniture, housewares, jewelry and more from 150+ vendors on the first Saturday of the month, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. 4001 16th St. N. (I-66 parking garage next to W-L), Arlington, arlington-fleamarket.com

JULY 4, 9 A.M.-5 P.M.

An American Celebration at Mount Vernon

Visit the estate home of America’s first president for Independence Day fireworks, a wreath-laying ceremony at Washington’s grave and a photo cruise along the Potomac. Commemorate the enslaved

■ around town

people who lived and worked at Mount Vernon, observe a citizenship ceremony and learn more about Founding Father-turnedBroadway star Alexander Hamilton. Free for members; $13-$26 admission for nonmembers. 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, mountvernon.org

JULY 4, 9 P.M.

Independence Day Fireworks

Multiple locations

Watch D.C.’s fireworks from the Virginia side of the river at Long Bridge Park, the Air Force Memorial, Gateway Park, Gravelly Point, the Key Bridge or the Marine Corps (Iwo Jima) War Memorial. Toss down a blanket and end your Fourth of July with a bang. Free. For park locations and parking info, visit arlingtonva.us/government/ departments/parks-recreation/locations

JULY 5-AUG.24, 8 P.M.

Columbia Pike Movie Nights

Arlington Mill Community Center and Penrose Square

Summer movie nights return to the

Arlington Mill Community Center (Fridays) and Penrose Square plaza (Saturdays) with a film for every cinephile. Movies begin at sunset (between 8 and 8:30 p.m.).

Free. Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S. Dinwiddie St.; Penrose Square, 2200 S. Sixth St., Arlington, columbia-pike.org/ movie-nights-2024

JULY 7 & AUG. 3, 10 A.M.–NOON

Farm to Farmhouse

Cherry Hill Farmhouse

During the mid-19th century, the grounds of this historic farmhouse were filled with orchards whose fruit yields were used in a variety of recipes. Discover how to pickle cucumbers on July 7, and return Aug. 8 to learn the art of drying cherries for desserts. Free. 312 Park Ave., Falls Church, fallschurchva.gov/cherryhillfarmhouse

JULY 7 & AUG. 4, NOON-5 P.M.

Makers Market

Westpost Plaza

Shop wares by more than 20 local creators while enjoying live music,

games and activities for all ages, plus tasty treats from local restaurants. This seasonal pop-up market takes place on the first Sunday of every month through October. Free. 1201 S. Joyce St., Arlington, westpostva.com

AUG. 1, 9:32 A.M.

Dark Star Park Day

Dark Star Park

Once a year, at 9:32 a.m. on Aug. 1, the angle of the sun casts the sculptural elements in Nancy Holt’s public art installation in perfect alignment, celebrating the exact date and time that William Henry Ross purchased the land that is now known as Rosslyn. Free. 1655 Fort Meyer Drive, Arlington, rosslynva.org/ feature/dark-star-park-feature

AUG. 14-18

Arlington County Fair

Thomas Jefferson Community Center

Have a blast with live music, kids’ activities, a pie-eating contest, midway rides, carnival games, horticultural competitions and all

kinds of homey fun at the annual county fair. See website for events, performers, show times, accessibility info and more. Admission is free. 3501 Second St. S., Arlington, arlingtoncountyfair.us

AUG. 23, 7:30 P.M.

Sunset Cinema

Cherry Hill Park

Bring a blanket and chairs and enjoy a family-friendly film during this back-toschool movie night at Cherry Hill Park. Popcorn, candy and drinks will be sold onsite. Entry is free. 312 Park Ave., Falls Church, fallschurchva.gov/sunsetcinema

BOOKS & AUTHORS

JULY 9, 7-8 P.M.

Sarai Johnson: Grown Women

One More Page Books

The author is joined by Washington Post culture reporter Helena AndrewsDyer to discuss her debut novel about four generations of Black women, old wounds, generational trauma and healing. Free. 220 N. Westmoreland St., Arlington; onemorepagebooks.com

JULY 11, 7-8:30 P.M.

Revolutionary Arlington

Arlington Historical Society

Local historian Kevin Vincent illuminates the various roles played by local residents during the American Revolution. Free. Marymount University’s Reinsch Library Auditorium, 2807 N. Glebe Road, Arlington; or virtual on Zoom. arlingtonhistoricalsociety.org

JULY 20, 8 P.M.

Neil Gaiman

Wolf Trap

Bestselling author and screenwriter Neil Gaiman (The Sandman, American Gods, Coraline, Good Omens) shares stories from his career spanning the genres of fantasy, science fiction, mystery, horror and graphic novels. Tickets start at $35. Filene Center, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, wolftrap.org

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IN THE HEART OF BALLSTON

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A Fair to Remember

Staged at the height of summer, this annual event reminds us that our urban county is still a small town at heart.

COUNTY FAIRS HAVE been an American tradition ever since New England farmer Elkanah Watson launched the nation’s first livestock competition in 1811 in Pittsfield, Mass. But it wasn’t until 1977 that Arlington jumped on the bandwagon. That was the year the local 4-H club and the Arlington Jaycees service organization launched a contest to showcase what area residents were making and growing.

Forty-eight years later, the Arlington County Fair remains a free, volunteer-led expo featuring good old-fashioned competition—with prizes in categories ranging from locally produced honey, jam, flowers and vegetables to needlework and quilts.

“The competitive exhibits are what actually makes us a fair,” per guidelines set by the Virginia Association of Fairs, explains Arlingtonian Matt Richard, now serving his second year as event chair. “Otherwise we would be classified as a festival.”

Though Arlington today has little farmland, that hasn’t stopped backyard gardeners from vying for a coveted blue ribbon in a range of agricultural categories. “A friend of mine grows vegetables and participates every year. His ‘white whale’ is trying to win Best Tomato,” Richard quips, referencing Captain Ahab’s obsessive quest in Moby Dick

Now drawing some 150,000 attendees, the fair also features midway rides and games, live entertainment, kids’ activities, a bingo night, crafts expo, annual pie-eating contest, and vendors selling everything from the obligatory cotton candy and funnel cake to local barbecue and craft beer.

For all its nostalgic comforts, the fair has adopted some new traditions, too. Neon lights and a cacophony of sounds are part of the draw after dark, but organizers have also designated sensory-friendly daytime hours when the bells and whistles are literally turned off for kids who prefer a quieter fair experience. A “zero waste” effort means there are no single-use plastic straws or Styrofoam containers on site, and free valet bike parking is a reward for attendees who leave their cars at home.

This year’s fair, themed “Kaleidoscope of Fun,” takes place Aug. 14-18 at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center (3501 Second St. S., Arlington). A pre-fair fundraiser on Aug. 13 at Harvey’s in Falls Church will feature face painting, balloon animals and a carnival-themed menu, with proceeds donated to future fair activities. arlingtoncountyfair.us ■

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The Arlington County Fair returns Aug.

familiar faces ■ story and photo by Matt

Mendelsohn

Badge of Honor

For Arlington’s first Latino sheriff, the job is a sort of homecoming.

WALKING WITH JOSE QUIROZ along Columbia Pike, the stomping ground of his youth, feels a bit like how I’d imagine it is to stroll through the Bronx with Derek Jeter.

“Hi, I’m Jose,” he says to a group of teens listening to music at a bus stop. “I’m the sheriff of Arlington County. I grew up right around here.”

Once the connection registers, their eyes light up and confused faces turn to smiles. “Si, Abingdon! Si, Kenmore!!” he says, ticking off the schools he attended with a warm smile.

A few blocks over, at the corner of the Pike and George Mason Drive, Quiroz chats up the customers of a snow cone stand in fluent Spanish. A man chop-

ping coconuts behind the counter stops and comes around to take a selfie with the guy with stars on his collar.

Though he’s sometimes mistaken for one, Quiroz isn’t a police officer. Police patrol the community and respond to 911 calls, while the sheriff’s department runs the county jail and provides security at the courthouse. “We’re dealing with folks that are incarcerated,” he explains. “Yes, we’re law enforcement certified. Yes, I carry a weapon and have arrest powers, but that’s not my primary function.”

Quiroz, 45, is the 19th sheriff in Arlington’s history and the first Latino to hold that post. Of the 123 elected sheriffs in the Commonwealth of Vir-

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ginia, he is the only one of Hispanic descent. But his greatest point of pride is that he gets to work and live—now with his wife, two boys and two dogs— in the same place he grew up.

His parents emigrated from Honduras, settling in the Wildwood Park Apartments on Columbia Pike. “There was a Betty Brite Cleaners over there and a Roy Rogers,” he says, looking down the road. “Do you remember Roy Rogers? And, of course, Goodwill. They’ve been here forever.”

As our conversation turns to school (he attended Abingdon, Kenmore, Swanson and Bishop O’Connell), he pulls out a few photos. “This is my fifthgrade teacher, Mr. Fishbein. I just saw him at an event and he recognized me. Dave McBride was my English teacher at Swanson. Now he’s a principal!”

Quiroz was 13 when his father died—a loss that hit hard and forced

him to grow up fast. Following his high school graduation, he spent four years in the Marine Corps.

He joined the Arlington County Sheriff’s Office on Sept. 10, 2001, one day before the world changed forever.

After working nights in the Corrections Division, he was promoted to sergeant in 2015, lieutenant in 2019 and captain in 2022. As sheriff, he now oversees some 370 inmates—people convicted of crimes ranging from petty theft to rape and murder—plus 193 deputy sheriffs and 48 staffers who are civilians.

“We are a community in the detention facility,” he says. “If you look up ‘community’ in the dictionary, it says it’s a place where people live, where people work. Well, people live in the jail and people work in the jail. And so what I model to my staff is that we are in a community setting, just with peo-

ple who are incarcerated. In any community, you have to engage. You have to know who’s in there, talk to them, get to know them.

“The whole lock ’em up, throw away the key thing is so dated,” he says.

Every person, he believes, has something to contribute. “Maybe I’m naive, but I don’t think anyone takes pride in being a burden to society and [their] own family. When you’re incarcerated, you’re not paying a mortgage, you’re not paying rent, you’re not bringing home the bacon. You’re not being productive.”

He aims to change that.

“In the Marine Corps, I found structure. And structure is what I’m trying to provide in the jail,” he elaborates. “We’re giving folks an opportunity to get back on track. We talk about domestic violence. We talk about what it is to be a man, to be a father.”

On the women’s side, the sheriff’s department has teamed up with a nonprofit called Birth in Color to provide doula services. But it’s more than that; the program also teaches female inmates to get certified as doulas, “so they have a skill for when they get out.”

Yes, he’s heard the sarcastic comments about the pickleball court he had installed at the detention facility late last year. It isn’t about being woke or turning the jail into a country club, he says. It’s a reward strategy.

“We call it positive jail adjustment, when there are no fights and no disrespect to staff,” he explains. “The court is open so long as its users are on good behavior. I went in to watch the first tournament, and the inmates were like, ‘Sheriff, please don’t take away the pickleball.’ I said, ‘Guys, you all dictate what gets taken away in here. Not me.

I don’t live here. You live here.’ We’re holding them accountable. It’s on them.

“We can have the pickleball or we can take it away,” he continues. “But if you never give anybody a chance or hope, then what are we doing? If you just say, ‘You know what, guys? You are just the worst,’ and then they get released into Columbia Pike, into Little Falls Road, into wherever, what has that accomplished?

“I prefer a neighbor who has had a chance,” he says.

Mental and physical health also factor into his goal of maintaining a facility that is safe, stable and respectful, that will—hopefully—prevent recidivism. A biometrics program measures inmates’ heart rate, pulse, movement and other fitness indicators with a device similar to a Fitbit.

“That information goes into the tablet, and it’s either green, yellow or red,”

the sheriff says. A healthy prison population is a stable population.

Out on the street, Quiroz continues to chat with folks lined up next to Blanca’s Snow Cones, the local food truck Blanca Diaz has operated for 22 years.

Originally from Mexico, Diaz gets a little emotional as she describes what it’s like seeing a sheriff who looks and speaks like her.

“Yeah, there’s inspiration and hope,” she says. “It’s a hope for us. It means a lot because it gives a lot of opportunity to Latino people. It’s like our community is growing up. Now we have a Latino sheriff. We feel protected. We feel like…”

She pauses for a second.

“We feel like someone’s looking out for us.” ■

Matt Mendelsohn is a writer and photographer living in Arlington.

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Who Invited You, Parkinson’s?

How an unwelcome diagnosis prompted me to rewrite my next chapter

TWENTY MINUTES HAD passed since my neurologist walked out of the exam room. I began concocting wild reasons for his extended absence. Had he forgotten I was there? If so, would it be odd for me to creak open the door, poke my head out and wave? Maybe he’d hear me if I loudly cleared my throat? Was it possible, in frustration, he had finally given up and gone home?

For two years, we had been seeking answers for some unusual symptoms I was having. When the doctor finally returned with a young associate in tow, the look on his face made my heart race and the blood rushed to my face. He took off his mask, revealing an unmistakable look of defeat. I braced for impact.

“Allie, has anyone in your family ever been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease?”

There was an instantaneous ringing in my ears and a giant lump formed in my throat. I don’t remember anything else he said and left hoping he was wrong. When I got to my car and looked up the symptoms on my phone, I had almost all of them. I called my husband and burst into tears.

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A few weeks and more tests later, we sat together holding hands while a movement disorder neurologist leveled the news that I had Young-Onset Parkinson’s disease—a progressive neurodegenerative disease that is rare for women in their 40s. In that instant, our lives changed forever.

Have you ever heard the saying, “The days are long, but the years are short”? During the time of glorious chaos when our children were small, it was impossible to imagine a day when our house would ever be quiet. In the two years since our daughter went to college, we have settled into a less intense routine. We know that when our son finishes high school and leaves for college, we’ll be equally excited for him and ready for the empty nest chapter of our lives.

I had grand visions of what that chapter would look like, and I can assure you that none of those plans included Parkinson’s. The dreams I had of carefree

days filled with travel were suddenly replaced with the fear of losing my bodily autonomy, and the image of my husband as full-time caregiver. While everyone’s journey with this disease is different, there is currently no cure and no disease-modifying treatment.

For me, this crushing blow came in the form of a slow-motion crash. The first time I noticed something was off was the summer of 2018, when a persistent, pulsating vein appeared in my right ankle. I mentioned it to my primary care doctor at my annual exam and she dismissed it as a benign nuisance.

Over the course of the next few years, my big toe started to involuntarily twitch. Eventually I noticed tingling and weakness in my right arm, and no matter how hard I tried to concentrate on typing, I could not get my hand to cooperate. At that point I knew I needed to see someone, but it was the end of 2020 and non-urgent appointments were hard

to score because of Covid. So I did my best to adapt and ignore it.

It wasn’t until the summer of 2021, when I accidentally opened the car door into the side of my head and landed in the ER, that I first saw a neurologist. He said an ocular migraine had caused a temporary loss of peripheral vision, but was more concerned with the very noticeable tremor in my right foot. After multiple tests came back clear, he surmised that it was an “essential tremor”—something my mother and grandmother had, which he also described as a benign nuisance. We put a plan in place to keep it from interfering with my daily life.

A little more than a year later, my right arm stopped swinging when I walked, and I could no longer grip things. My tremor had become uncontrollable and now affected my entire right side. That led me to the day in the neurologist’s office where he seem-

ingly abandoned me. In reality, he was quickly organizing a consult with his colleague, a Parkinson’s expert. That appointment, followed by a radioactive brain imaging test called a DaTscan, confirmed his suspicions.

There were some very dark days after that. I allowed myself time to grieve and process the shock and fear that come with an incurable diagnosis. At some point, though, I got tired of feeling sorry for myself and decided that action was my only option. After struggling to find others with the disease who were my age, I created an online community that has helped me connect with thousands of people. I started writing about my journey in a blog, which is cathartic.

Immediately after I was diagnosed, I began fundraising for Parkinson’s research, using skills I had honed during my decades-long career in nonprofit development and event production. The

irony that I had spent the previous 10 years as a consultant with several different brain health organizations was not lost on me, but it allowed me to get involved with several Parkinson’s nonprofits quickly and comfortably.

At the beginning of 2023, I was determined to not let Parkinson’s change my life. I refused to reduce my work schedule while also taking on a new role as a patient advocate. I am very proud of what I was able to accomplish in an otherwise difficult year, but it was exhausting. I’ve more recently taken a step back to focus on advocacy full time, which has helped me find purpose in the pain.

Speaking of pain, Parkinson’s provides plenty of it to go with a long list of symptoms beyond the tremor. Luckily, I have a fantastic team of doctors who developed a treatment plan to keep me feeling good. Beyond the medication, I have reduced my daily stress, focused

on eating healthier, and I exercise every day because it has been shown to slow disease progression. I joined a Parkinson’s indoor rock climbing group where I met a fellow patient named Erwin who, at 82 years old, puts me to shame with his incredible climbing skills.

I have accepted that, although uninvited, Parkinson’s is now with me for the rest of my life. While this next chapter looks entirely different than expected, I have begun to see Parkinson’s as a gift because it has given me a singular focus of living my days with as much joy as possible. For that, I am grateful. ■

Allie Signorelli is a nonprofit fundraiser and event producer, writer and patient advocate. She lives in Arlington with her husband, Mike; their children, Ava and Bobby; and their lovable but feisty rescue mutt, Bean. Follow her journey on Instagram @imstillallie or at allison signorelli.com

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ESTROGEN

FALLING

Menopause is every bit as turbulent as puberty. Women of a certain age are comparing notes, and a new medical specialty is finally getting its due.

BY ADRIENNE WICHARD-EDDS | ILLUSTRATION BY ALECIA RODRIGUEZ

Iexperienced my first real hot flash six months after my 50th birthday. Until that point, I had associated the term with cartoonish depictions of middle-age women desperately fanning their faces and flapping their blouses to stave off waves of perspiration. I dismissed the cliché as embarrassing and unrelatable—an outdated punch line that I would surely sidestep with exercise, healthy habits and youthful optimism. That would never be me.

How little I knew.

Never had a hot flash? Imagine being strapped into a roller coaster you don’t want to ride. A prickle of discomfort twitches

under your skin as you click up the track. At the apex, a rush of heat consumes you from the inside out. The descent into your own personal inferno lasts only a few minutes, but you wonder if anyone is noticing the panic on your glazed-doughnut of a face as you frantically cast about for the nearest exit or walkin freezer.

The roller coaster then grinds to a halt and you’re kicked off the ride, bewildered at how casually your body has just betrayed you. All you can think about is peeling off those damp clothes. Because guess what? Now you’re freezing.

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At its worst, this would happen to me 12 to 15 times a day, including waking me up every two hours at night.

Hot flashes may be the most common symptom associated with menopause, but they aren’t even the half of it. The litany of complaints can also include mood swings, achy joints, insomnia, weight gain, recurring UTIs, dry skin and a whole lot more.

“Nobody walks into the menopause transition—everyone gets dragged into it,” says Terri Remy, an internist and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) at VHC Health and its new Menopause Center, which opened in May in the Charlotte S. Benjamin Center for Women’s Health.

Typically, Remy says, women start noticing changes in their menstrual cycle during their 40s, when the production of estrogen—an essential hormone in the female reproductive system—decreases, and periods become intermittent and less predictable.

The average age for menopause (the day of a woman’s last menstrual period) is 51, but symptoms can last five to 10 years on either side of that milestone.

“Eventually there’s a skipped period, and the vasomotor symptoms start,” Remy says, referencing the notorious hot flashes and night sweats that leave many women drenched once hormone fluctuations deprive the brain’s estrogen receptors of the signals needed to control the body’s thermostat.

“When my patients tell me they feel like an alien in their own body, that’s often the first clue,” says Jennifer Lanoff, an MSCP and nurse practitioner at Reiter, Hill & Johnson, an OB/GYN practice with offices in Falls Church. Lanoff also serves on the National Menopause Foundation’s medical advisory team.

Rather than focusing on hormone levels, which can fluctuate so dramatically that blood tests aren’t an accurate measure of whether someone is in menopause, Lanoff says she treats the symptoms.

“I have a list of things I ask about,” she says, “including hot flashes and

“I’ve seen a dermatologist for my adult acne, an ENT for my tinnitus and an internist for my UTIs, but apparently I just needed to find a menopause specialist.”

night sweats, brain fog, low libido, weight gain, mood changes, insomnia, hair loss, joint pain, frozen shoulder, heart palpitations, vaginal dryness, pain during sex.”

And those are just the more common menopause maladies. Her checklist of more than 30 possible symptoms also includes things like burning mouth, difficulty concentrating and panic disorder.

“The first thing doctors want to do when you’re over 50 is put you on antidepressants,” Lanoff says. “I say, ‘Let’s try some estrogen. Maybe you’re depressed, sure, but maybe it’s hormones.’ ”

Plummeting estrogen levels can wreak havoc on a woman’s mental equilibrium, resulting in irritability, moodiness, anxiety and depression.

For patients who undergo a complete hysterectomy (often for excessive bleeding or cancer) and also have their ovaries removed, the side effects of estrogen loss can be almost instantaneous.

“As the brain is yelling louder at the ovaries to release more eggs, we start having these prominent hormone swings that make people think they’re crazy,” says Amanda Rohn, an OB/GYN and certified menopause practitioner at VHC Health’s Center for Women’s Health. “It’s actually pretty common. There are a lot of treatment options

we can try, and sometimes just knowing you’re not alone can be helpful.”

In fact, any bodily system that’s affected by estrogen is fair game. Even your ear canal. “Some people report that the insides of their ear canals are itchy,” Rohn says.

Others have urinary leakage as drops in estrogen affect the strength and resilience of their pelvic tissues.

And here’s a fun one: When I polled my friends about their craziest perimenopause symptoms, one who just turned 47 shared that she’s struggled with cyclical bouts of constipation so severe they nearly sent her to the ER. They turned out to be caused by enlarged hemorrhoids that were “activated” by the prostaglandins released during her period—“apparently more as I get closer to menopause.”

The myriad symptoms of menopause aren’t just annoying, embarrassing and uncomfortable—they often send us to multiple doctors and specialists (in some cases, waiting months for an appointment), not realizing how they are interrelated.

As my friend Ami, who just turned 48, recently observed: “I’ve seen a dermatologist for my adult acne, an ENT for my tinnitus and an internist for my UTIs, but apparently I just needed to find a menopause specialist.”

AFTER CENTURIES of hushed suffering, menopause has stepped into the spotlight. Society has finally begun to talk more openly about this very real physiological and psychological transition that every person born with female reproductive organs will experience if they live long enough. (This article refers to that population as women, but the group also includes trans men and nonbinary people.)

“Nobody talked to me about the wide range of symptoms that came along in my late 40s—exhaustion, brain fog, weight gain, lack of sleep, night sweats,” says my friend Victoria, now 59. “At one point, a physician suggested it was ‘all in my head’ and perhaps I needed therapy. I cried. Nobody sug -

Menopause: A Glossary

Bioidentical hormones. A marketing term intended to convey a chemically identical similarity to the hormones produced by a woman’s body, often used to market nonregulated variations of hormones. Many FDA-approved traditional hormone therapies contain bioidentical hormones, sometimes called “body-identical.”

Compounded hormones. Nonregulated hormone therapy that may be customized based on a patient’s needs or restrictions but that has not been subject to clinical testing; may be based on inaccurate hormone levels.

Estradiol. Also called 17β-estradiol. The most potent of the naturally occurring estrogens and the primary estrogen produced by women in their reproductive years.

Estrogen. A variety of hormone chemical compounds produced by the ovaries, influencing the growth and health of female reproductive organs. The three main naturally occurring estrogens in women are estradiol, estrone and estriol.

Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). A collection of symptoms associated with decreased estrogen and other sex steroid levels that can involve changes to the vaginal area and lower urinary tract.

Hormone therapy (HT). Prescription drugs used most often when treating menopause symptoms. Encompasses estrogen therapy (ET) and estrogen plus progestogen therapy (EPT). HT may also be called

gested hormone therapy at that time.”

Even if you don’t go through menopause yourself, you’re probably living or working with someone who will. So why is it that we remain so ill-informed about the full spectrum of symptoms and treatment options?

“It wasn’t until 1993 that it was mandated that women be included in clinical trials,” observes Claire Gill, founder of the National Menopause Foundation, an Alexandria-based nonprofit

Menopause Hormone Therapy (MHT) or Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

Induced menopause. Menopause that occurs earlier than expected when both ovaries are surgically removed or permanently damaged by cancer treatments such as pelvic radiation or chemotherapy.

Menopause. The date of a woman’s final menstrual period, which can be confirmed after 12 consecutive months without a period. This time marks the permanent end of menstruation and fertility.

Osteoporosis. A disease of older women in which a decrease in bone density poses a higher risk for fractures. In most women, bone loss accelerates after menopause due to the decline in estrogen levels.

Perimenopause. A span of time that begins with the onset of menstrual cycle changes and other menopause-related symptoms and extends up to one year after menopause.

Postmenopause. The span of time after menopause (the final menstrual period).

Premature menopause. Menopause that occurs at or before the age of 40, which may be the result of genetics, autoimmune disorders, or medical procedures or treatments.

Progesterone. A female hormone that is released by the ovaries after ovulation to prepare the lining of the uterus (endometrium) to receive and sustain a fertilized egg and thus permit pregnancy. If pregnancy does not occur, progesterone (and estrogen) levels fall, resulting in menstruation.

Progestin. A class of progestogen compounds synthesized to act like progesterone in the body.

formed in 2019 that focuses on menopause research and advocacy. “They used to just do research on men and then apply it to women. If this happened to men more than women, the crisis would be over.”

In November, the Biden administration created the White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research, calling for $12 billion in funding to address gaps in crucial health data.

“About 1.3 million women in the

Progestogen. A naturally occurring or synthetic progestational hormone. There are various progestogen options: progesterone (identical to the hormone produced by the ovaries) and several different progestins (compounds synthesized to act like progesterone).

Stress incontinence. An involuntary loss of urine that occurs during activities such as coughing, sneezing, laughing or exercising.

Testosterone. The male androgen hormone that is essential for sperm production and responsible for inducing and maintaining male secondary sex characteristics. In women, testosterone (partially produced by the ovaries) may regulate sexual desire and help maintain bone and muscle health.

Transdermal estrogen. Estrogen therapy delivered to the bloodstream through the skin via a patch, lotion, cream or gel.

Vaginal estrogen. Prescription estrogen therapy that is applied vaginally (as a cream, ring, suppository or tablet) and has been FDA-approved to treat genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). Most vaginal estrogen therapies provide local, not systemic, treatment.

Vasomotor symptoms. Also known as hot flashes and night sweats, they can last anywhere from a few months to 10 years. In almost all women, menopause-related vasomotor symptoms subside over time without any intervention.

Sources: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; Mayo Clinic; The Menopause Society; National Institutes of Health

U.S. enter menopause every year, and women will spend approximately a third of their lives postmenopausal,” says Gill. “Yet we have far too little information and too few clinicians to provide adequate care. Medical school education for OB/GYNs focuses mainly on the reproductive years. We need to do a better job educating clinicians and ensuring that there are enough practitioners to support this population.”

GIVEN THE ROLE that estrogen—or the lack of it—plays in menopause symptoms and treatment, we also need to set the record straight about hormone therapy (sometimes referred to as hormone replacement therapy, or HRT) and cancer risks, says Remy at VHC Health.

In 2002, a nationwide panic ensued after the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI), an ongoing study out of the National Institutes of Health, suggested that HRT increased the risk of breast cancer by 26%. That finding was later determined to be overblown.

The study, which was intended to assess the impact of hormones on cardiovascular health, used synthetic hormones in oral pill form that are no longer commonly prescribed. Moreover, it was conducted primarily on women in their 60s—a far different demographic from those normally seeking hormone therapy for menopause symptoms.

Medical experts now agree that the study misrepresented and overstated the risks of HRT (a May 2024 review in the Journal of the American Medical Association reinforced this conclusion), but the percentage of women choosing HRT plummeted after the study’s initial release. A whole generation of women suffered unnecessarily, Remy says. “The increased risk was actually about nine women in 10,000,” she clarifies. “It’s the same degree of risk as a woman choosing to have a glass of wine every day, or being obese.”

Newer research from NIH’s Women’s Health Initiative suggests that hormone therapy can actually produce positive outcomes for women who start it before or within the first 10 years after menopause and before age 60 (as is currently recommended).

“Estrogen is good for cholesterol, for your bones, for reducing plaques in your arteries,” says nurse practitioner Lanoff. “Brain function is seemingly better protected, and even the odds of developing cancer are reduced.”

Why aren’t these newer findings widely known? Lanoff shrugs. “There hasn’t been a press campaign to correct the misinformation. You know what

“Navigating this stage of my life, I’ve realized I have to be my own advocate.”

—Kamili WIlson

they say: The lie gets halfway around the world before the truth even gets its shoes on.”

KAMILI WILSON HAD no idea what was going on when she first started experiencing perimenopause symptoms at age 43—earlier than the average, but not unheard of for a Black woman. (Black and Native American women are more likely to hit menopause earlier.) At first, her symptoms were bothersome but typical: night sweats, adult-onset acne and an unpredictable menstrual cycle. But when her emotions got pulled into the mix, things took a dark turn.

“I was having these really intense bouts of rage, particularly at work,” recalls Wilson, a senior VP at AARP with a background in strategic communications. “They were violent, disproportionate to the situation, and very scary for me. I didn’t feel normal. I’d spent years managing the ‘angry Black woman’ trope, and then here I was, experiencing the kind of rage that made me afraid that if I went in to the office, I would lose my job.”

Wilson discussed her symptoms with

the OB/GYN she’d been seeing for years. He dismissed them as “just part of the aging process.” She decided to take her health care into her own hands.

“I’m a true Gen Xer, so I started Googling everything,” says Wilson, who has lived in Arlington since childhood. “All the images were of older, White, white-haired ladies. If you start experiencing menopausal symptoms in your 30s and 40s, that’s not you. I remember feeling so alone.”

Though the severity and duration of menopause symptoms can be genetic, factors such as race and environment also come into play. “African American women tend to have worse vasomotor symptoms, are more likely to have a hard time getting access to care and are less likely to feel like they’re heard and understood by health care providers,” says Rohn at VHC Health.

Having undergone two surgeries to remove uterine fibroids, Wilson was reluctant to try estrogen therapy while she was still getting her period (“estrogen can fuel the growth of fibroids,” she explains). At first, she attempted to manage her symptoms through diet and lifestyle choices.

“The changes I made didn’t cure my symptoms,” she says, “but I learned about things like my triggers for hot flashes—sugar and alcohol.”

In 2021, Wilson launched Menopause Made Modern, an online community and resource for women of color going through perimenopause.

“I decided I was going to put the stuff out there that I was looking for— the information that would have helped me,” she says, “so that if someone goes looking for culturally competent care, they can find it. I want to have representation and inclusion not be an afterthought.”

Now 50, Wilson ended up leaving her previous gynecologist for Waldorf Women’s Care, an all-Black, women-led practice with offices in Arlington and two locations near Waldorf, Maryland. She’s recently found relief in nonhormonal medications, including the anticonvulsant medication gabapentin,

which is often prescribed to help perimenopausal patients with sleep problems and hot flashes. She also uses testosterone, which alleviates joint pain and inflammation and offers the ancillary benefit of helping build muscle.

“Navigating this stage of my life, I’ve realized that I have to be my own advocate,” she says. “I write down questions when I go to the doctor… so that I won’t feel overwhelmed or rushed and forget to ask. I take notes during the visit.”

THE TREATMENT OPTIONS

for menopause symptoms are expanding. In 2023, the first FDA-approved nonhormonal drug to combat vasomotor symptoms hit the shelves, sold under the brand name Veozah. A second hot flash drug, elinzanetant, was recently submitted to the FDA for approval.

But this new frontier in medicine also has its snake oils. We ladies of a certain age have all heard celebrities and Instagram influencers touting various gadgets and supplements (I’m looking at you, jade egg). “Anyone who’s making money off of menopause makes me uncomfortable,” Lanoff says.

Rohn concurs: “Homeopathic and herbal treatments are very poorly studied and not well-regulated,” she says, “but things like mindfulness, meditation, healthy eating and exercise are all helpful. They reduce stress, dimin-

ish cardiovascular risk, strengthen bones, and help you feel better in your body—even if they don’t necessarily cure everything.”

While hormone therapy remains the gold standard for treating menopause symptoms, all estrogen therapies are not the same. Physicians interviewed for this story caution patients against using compounds marketed as “bioidentical” that are not FDA approved.

The Menopause Society (formerly the North American Menopause Society, or NAMS) now recommends transdermal estrogen—administered via a skin patch—in lieu of oral medication, which is processed through the liver and has an associated risk of clotting.

For patients experiencing vaginal dryness and pain during sex, vaginal estrogen in the form of a cream or insert is another option. Given its low systemic-absorption levels, this remedy is often considered safe even for women with a history of breast cancer.

“Low sex drive is a whole thing in and of itself,” Rohn says. “It’s so complicated. Does sex hurt? Is it good? Do you have body image issues? Are you too busy and you can’t turn off your brain and you’re in your head the whole time? Are there relationship problems? If you have discomfort, we need to fix that because you’re never going to want to have sex if it hurts. Vaginal estrogen can be life-changing.”

Hormone Therapy and Breast Cancer

Genetic counselors can help women with a genetic predisposition for breast cancer decide which course of action is right for them. “There is a slight increased risk of breast cancer for women who use hormone replacement therapy [HRT], but not nearly as big as it was made out to be by the 2002 WHI report,” says Stephanie Spaulding, a genetic counselor who works with patients at VHC Health’s Center for Women’s Health. “Even if someone has a genetically higher risk of breast cancer, it’s not a firm nonstarter for using

HRT because we’ve gotten so good at screening for and treating breast cancer.”

Hormone therapy may not even be off the table for patients with a BRCA mutation, which indicates a 60% to 80% risk of developing breast cancer over the course of their lifetime. “The few percentage points of increase with HRT can be negligible, particularly since we’ll be screening them so often,” Spaulding explains.

Every patient has a different risk calculation, offers Terri Remy, an OB/GYN

Also, she adds, “I hate hearing people say things like, ‘I can’t jump on a trampoline with my kids, but that’s the price you pay for childbirth’ and think there’s nothing they can do about it. This is where vaginal estrogen and pelvic floor therapy can be incredibly helpful.”

The bottom line: Every patient comes into the exam room with a different combination of symptoms, complaints, lifestyle choices and mitigating health factors. Treatments have to be customized. “Any medication comes with risk,” says Lindsay Spudic, a nurse practitioner with The Menopause Center in Tysons. But forgoing hormone therapy also carries its own risks.

“The loss of estrogen production can compromise bone density, increase risk of dementia and cardiovascular issues, and contribute to brain fog,” she says. “The longer you can have a stable influx of estrogen, the longer you protect yourself. You’re deferring the risk. We don’t have a hard-and-fast rule for when to stop using hormones as long as you’re healthy and keeping up with [regular health screenings].”

Unless they’ve had a hysterectomy, patients who take supplemental estrogen must also take the hormone progesterone, Remy says, to prevent an overgrowth of the uterine lining, which can lead to complications like uterine cancer. Bonus: Progesterone has the added benefit of working as a sleep aid.

and menopause expert with VHC Health.

“If someone has a personal history of breast cancer, hormone therapy might not be appropriate, but it may be up for discussion with their oncologist. If you have a family history, it depends on what that looks like. Did your mom get breast cancer in her 70s, or did your sister get it in her 40s? Early-in-life diseases are always a little more of a red flag. There needs to be collaborative discussion, and your individual family profile may impact your decision.”

■ estrogen falling

NOT EVERYONE is a candidate for hormone therapy. Though every patient is different, it may not be an option for women with a history of blood clots, chronic liver disease, previous heart attacks or active breast cancer.

Connie (not her real name) fell into the latter category. “I was 46 when I was diagnosed with estrogen receptor (ER) positive breast cancer the first time. I had a lumpectomy, took tamoxifen, and soon after went into menopause,” says the Arlington mom, now 55. “Then, less than five years later, I had a mammogram and was diagnosed with a new, different type of breast cancer.”

She was prescribed tamoxifen— the estrogen-suppressing drug given to many breast cancer patients postsurgery—for five years between her two diagnoses. Hormone therapy to treat menopause symptoms was off the table.

“I didn’t realize at the time that my quality of life would be awful,” she says. “The tamoxifen was harder to endure than the cancer. It aged me overnight. Estrogen is a fabulous way to stay young, and when you don’t have it, you wrinkle up like a cornflake. I was going through [menopause] younger than all my friends. None of them understood. After you have cancer, no one really asks, How’s your menopause? That’s not the follow-up question you get at the cocktail party. All people want to know is, How’s your cancer?”

Despite her discomfort, Connie was initially reluctant to try even nonhormonal medications. “I’m nervous about taking anything because I don’t want to become dependent,” she says, “but recently I started taking the lowest dose of gabapentin to help me with hot flashes and with sleep. Now I wake up and my joints don’t hurt. Why suffer?”

SOME WOMEN take a while to arrive at that conclusion. Even medical professionals like Teresa Mason, a health care attorney and former ER nurse.

“It was 2020 when I first started having symptoms,” says the Donaldson Run resident and mother of three. “I

“Hormone therapy carries the same degree of cancer risk as a woman choosing to have a glass of wine every day.”

—Terri Remy, VHC Health

was losing sleep, having hot flashes. I thought it was symptoms of pandemic stress. My husband and I were dealing with aging parents, kids who needed us and full-time jobs.”

Then her periods stopped and her symptoms started to ramp up: “I’d wake up twice a night completely soaked or break out in a sweat on Zoom calls. Thank God I wasn’t in the office. I started gaining weight and thinking, Is this Covid?”

Mason made appointments to get her thyroid checked and assess her estrogen levels (“I had none left”), but she still didn’t feel like she had any solutions. She was 46.

“I showed up for my annual OB/GYN appointment and started crying,” she says. “I thought maybe I was stressed beyond the max. My doctor closed the door and sat down and said, ‘Oh honey, let’s make this a menopause consultation.’ It was the best doctor’s appointment I’ve ever had in my life.”

Her doctor, Amy Porter of Healthcare for Women, talked her through the constellation of symptoms and urged her to consider hormone therapy. “I finally felt like I wasn’t crazy,” says Mason. “Someone understood what I was going through and was able to explain that my joint pain, weight gain and emotional instability were all connected.”

Last year, Porter and her colleague, OB/GYN Ingrid Winterling, helped launch the Hormone and Menopause Center at their Falls Church practice. With this specialty, they’ve dedicated longer appointment slots that allow them to spend more time with patients beyond the limited annual visit check-in.

“We talk about family history and genetic testing, check hormone levels, do basic bloodwork to assess liver and thyroid function and check cholesterol and diabetes—because all of that plays into what we do going forward,” Winterling says. “For women who are not candidates for hormones, SSRIs and SNRIs [two classes of antidepressant medications] are good options. We’re not saying that this is made up and people are crazy, but we know that these drugs work.”

They also discuss heart disease and the importance of diet and exercise. “We should all be eating a Mediterranean diet,” Winterling says, echoing a common refrain among the doctors interviewed for this story.

So is the recommendation to think about exercise differently. What worked for us in our 30s isn’t necessarily what our bodies need once the menopause transition begins.

“Lifting weights three to four times a week should be the foundation of your exercise regimen,” says Heather Fannon, a cardiology nurse who previously taught strength training classes at 24 Hour Fitness in Falls Church. “Reduce the crazy cardio—keep your workouts at a conversational level.”

As we age, she says, weight-bearing, strength training and balance exercises are crucial, not only for weight management but to ensure our bodies continue to function as they should.

When Fannon hit perimenopause, she put on 20 pounds. “I love interval training, but apparently the menopausal body doesn’t like that,” she says. “It can stimulate cortisol, which tells your body to store fat.”

She now walks 30 minutes every day to help lower her cortisol, but “unfortunately, I’m doing all of those things and I’m still gaining weight.”

Mason, the attorney and former ER nurse, can relate. Though she says HRT made a huge difference in her quality of life, the longtime athlete was frustrated to see her weight continuing to creep up, even with supplemental estrogen. Her changing body felt foreign to her 5-foot-4-inch frame.

“I would eat nothing—a hard-boiled egg for breakfast, salads without dressing for lunch—and I still managed to gain 30 pounds,” she says. “I had a terrible relationship with food and my kids were witnessing it.”

“I finally felt like I wasn’t crazy. Someone was able to explain that my joint pain, weight gain and emotional instability were all connected.”

Last year Mason started taking semaglutide, the ingredient in weight-loss drugs like Ozempic. She says she was careful to shed pounds slowly until she was back to her premenopausal weight, then she decreased the dose. “People think it’s easy to get the weight off, but there was no way out,” she says. “My

goal is to not be on this forever, but I’d be happy to stay on a maintenance-level dose to keep my weight in check.”

The long-term effects of semaglutide are still somewhat unknown (and a topic for another story), but Mason says her decision wasn’t driven by vanity. She’s over the shame of finding a medical treatment for the long list of other health problems that come with carrying excess pounds.

“Listen—menopause sucks, and I found a solution. It’s different for every woman, and there’s not a one-size-fitsall answer,” she says. “Before, I was miserable, always hungry, and felt sad and out of control. Now my closet is mine again. My mental health is better, and I have a better relationship with food. I’m just trying to feel good again, and that’s all that matters to me.” ■

Adrienne Wichard-Edds is a writer based in Arlington.

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From left: Fakiha J. Khan, Saad A. Haque, Anna K. Matrachisia, Ping Song and Kevin D. Sumida

Our area’s most respected physicians, as nominated by their peers in the medical community.

The doctors in this feature were selected by Professional Research Services (PRS), which conducted an online peer-review survey of area physicians in Arlington County, Fairfax County, the City of Falls Church and the City of Alexandria. The featured doctors, identified by their peers as outstanding in their fields, were screened and selected through the verification of licensing and a review of any infractions through applicable boards, agencies and rating services. For additional information, visit prscom.com. Arlington Magazine was not involved in the selection process.

ADDICTION MEDICINE

Joseph Tasosa

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

ALLERGY & IMMUNOLOGY

Oral Alpan

O & O Alpan

11212 Waples Mill Road, Suite 100, Fairfax

Sally Joo Bailey

Allergy Associates of Northern Virginia

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 307, Arlington VHC Health

Courtney J. Blair

Allergy and Asthma Associates

1360 Beverly Road, Suite 103, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Meredith Heltzer

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean Inova Fairfax Hospital

Karen B. Kaufman

Kaufman Allergy Asthma and Immunology

8320 Old Courthouse Road, Suite 310, Vienna

Patricia A. McNally

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Nithya Swamy

Allergy Partners - Arlington, VA

3833 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 350, Arlington

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Ananth Thyagarajan

Allergy Partners - Burke, VA

5210A Lyngate Court, Burke

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Anita N. Wasan

Allergy and Asthma Center

6824 Elm St., Suite 120, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

ANESTHESIOLOGY

David Banks

Dominion Anesthesia Group

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 2D, Arlington VHC Health

Andrea Clark

Dominion Anesthesia Group 1701 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 2D, Arlington VHC Health

Wil Cusano

Dominion Anesthesia Group 1701 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 2D, Arlington VHC Health

Elena Deacu

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Elizabeth Haddad

Dominion Anesthesia Group 1701 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 2D, Arlington VHC Health

David D. Lee

Dominion Anesthesia Group 1701 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 2D, Arlington VHC Health

Trevor Myers

Dominion Anesthesia Group 1701 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 2D, Arlington VHC Health

Marina Pavlova

Dominion Anesthesia Group 1701 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 2D, Arlington VHC Health

Kristina Poller

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Milly Rambhia

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Kaiser Permanente Falls Church

Ambulatory Surgery Center, VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Leslie Sims

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

BREAST SURGERY

Stephanie Akbari

Virginia Cancer Specialists

8613 US-29, Fairfax

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Elizabeth Feldman

Virginia Cancer Specialists

1860 Town Center Drive, Suite 460, Reston

Inova Loudoun Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Reston Surgery Center

Mami Martin

Inova General Surgery

3833 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 201, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Mary L. “Molly” Sebastian

VHC Health Physicians - ReinschPierce Family Center for Breast Health

1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 5D, Arlington VHC Health

Kimberly Suri

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Hernan Vargas

Virginia Cancer Specialists

3650 Joseph Siewick Drive, Suite 200, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

David Weintritt

Virginia Cancer Specialists

277 S. Washington St., Suite 100, Alexandria

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

CARDIAC SURGERY

Lucas Collazo

Inova Cardiac Surgery Vascular

Surgery and Vascular Lab

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 800, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System

John R. Garrett

VHC Health Physicians - Cardiac

Vascular & Thoracic Surgery

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 288, Arlington

VHC Health

John W. Rhee

VHC Health Physicians - Cardiac

Vascular & Thoracic Surgery

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 288, Arlington

VHC Health

Eric Sarin

Inova Cardiac Surgery Vascular Surgery and Vascular Lab

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 800, Fairfax

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Ramesh Singh

Inova Cardiac Surgery Vascular Surgery and Vascular Lab

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 800, Fairfax

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Alan Speir

Inova Cardiac Surgery Vascular Surgery and Vascular Lab

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 800, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

CARDIOLOGY

Rachel L. Berger

Virginia Heart

1005 N. Glebe Road, Suite 750, Arlington

Reston Hospital Center, StoneSprings

Hospital Center, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, VHC Health

Natalia Berry

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Jeremy S. Bock

VHC Health Physicians - Cardiology Arlington 1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 3C, Arlington

VHC Health, Prince William Medical Center

Tania Chao

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Timothy P. Farrell

Virginia Heart

1005 N. Glebe Road, Suite 750, Arlington

Reston Hospital Center, StoneSprings

Hospital Center, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks

Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, VHC Health

Benjamin Z. Galper

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Amey Kulkarni

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Azita Moalemi

Amelia Heart & Vascular Center

6136 Brandon Ave., Springfield

VHC Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Michael P. Notarianni

Virginia Heart

1005 N. Glebe Road, Suite 750, Arlington

Reston Hospital Center, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, VHC Health

Antonio R. Parente

Virginia Heart

1005 N. Glebe Road, Suite 750, Arlington

Reston Hospital Center, StoneSprings

Hospital Center, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, VHC Health

Richard P. Perrin

VHC Health Physicians - Cardiology

Arlington

1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 3C, Arlington

VHC Health

Sudip Saha

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Hassan Tabandeh

VHC Health Physicians - Cardiology

Arlington

1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 3C, Arlington

VHC Health, Fauquier Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Eric M. Thorn

VHC Health Physicians - Cardiology

Arlington

1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 3C, Arlington

VHC Health

Constantine J. Tziros

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

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COLON & RECTAL SURGERY

Donald Colvin

Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery

2710 Prosperity Ave., Suite 200, Fairfax Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital

Katherine Khalifeh

Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery

2710 Prosperity Ave., Suite 200, Fairfax

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital

Rebekah Kim

Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery

2710 Prosperity Ave., Suite 200, Fairfax

Anna K. Matrachisia

VHC Health Physicians - Colorectal

Surgery West Alexandria 3475 N. Beauregard St., Suite 201, Alexandria

VHC Health

Kimberly Matzie

Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery

2710 Prosperity Ave., Suite 200, Fairfax Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center

Rodolfo Pigalarga

VHC Health Physicians - Colorectal Surgery Tysons

1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 305, McLean

VHC Health

Timothy Plerhoples

Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery

2710 Prosperity Ave., Suite 200, Fairfax Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System, Inova Loudoun Hospital

Craig Rezac

VHC Health Physicians - Colorectal Surgery Tysons

1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 305, McLean

Irfan Rizvi

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Caroline Sanchez

Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery

2710 Prosperity Ave., Suite 200, Fairfax Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital

Paul E. Savoca

Paul E. Savoca, M.D.

3620 Joseph Siewick Drive, Suite 406, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Surgery Center, Reston Hospital Center

Lawrence Stern

Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery

2710 Prosperity Ave., Suite 200, Fairfax

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System, Inova Loudoun Hospital

CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE & PULMONARY DISEASE

Daniel Casey

PMA Health - VHC Health Office

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 190, Arlington

VHC Health

Mrunalini Chakurkar

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

David R. Duhamel

PMA Health - VHC Health Office

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 190, Arlington

VHC Health

Jeff B. Hales

PMA Health - VHC Health Office 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 190, Arlington VHC Health

Eileen Hsu

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health

Mary-Margaret Lewis

PMA Health - VHC Health Office

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 190, Arlington VHC Health

Nancy Maaty

PMA Health - Falls Church

500 W. Annandale Road, Falls Church

VHC Health

William Richter

PMA Health - VHC Health Office

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 190, Arlington

VHC Health

Neil Shea

PMA Health - VHC Health Office

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 190, Arlington

VHC Health

Ellen C. Vaughey

Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

2501 Parker’s Lane, Alexandria

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Carren Yu Chi Wang

PMA Health - Falls Church

500 W. Annandale Road, Falls Church

VHC Health

Christopher C. Wyckoff

PMA Health - VHC Health Office

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 190, Arlington

VHC Health

DERMATOLOGY

William J. Alms

Dermatology Associates of McLean 1365 Beverly Road, Floor 2, McLean

David Bray

Alexandria Associates in Dermatology

2900 S. Quincy St., Suite 210, Arlington

Inova Alexandria Hospital

Kristin Cam

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health

Ellinor Coyne

Arlington Dermatology

801 N. Quincy St., Suite 210, Arlington

Al Damavandy

District Dermatology

6711 Whittier Ave., Suite 101, McLean

VHC Health

Jennifer Desimone

Inova Schar Cancer Institute

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Chesapeake Clinic, Level 5, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Brenda Dintiman

DermUtopia by Brenda Dintiman, MD

527 Maple Ave. E., Suite 204, Vienna

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Kathleen Ellison

U.S. Dermatology Partners

8316 Arlington Blvd., Suite 400, Fairfax

Nina M. Fisher

Dermatology Associates of McLean 1365 Beverly Road, Floor 2, McLean

Aaron E. Fuchs

Fuchs Dermatology

6565 Arlington Blvd., Suite 102, Falls Church

VHC Health

Brittany Heffner

Kaiser Permanente - Springfield

Medical Center

6551 Loisdale Court, Springfield

VHC Health

Courtney Herbert

FDL Dermatology

1005 N. Glebe Road, Suite 540, Arlington

VHC Health

Isabela Jones

Virginia Square Dermatology

3803 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 200, Arlington

Rhett Kent

Forefront Dermatology

3833 Fairfax Drive, Suite 360, Arlington

Randa Khoury

Kaiser Permanente - Springfield

Medical Center

6551 Loisdale Court, Springfield

VHC Health

Ho Jin Kim

Kim Dermatology

8371-A Greensboro Drive, McLean

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Margaret Kopelman

City Dermatology of Northern Virginia

407 N. Washington St., Suite 104, Falls Church

VHC Health

Matthew R. Livingood

Arlington Dermatology

801 N. Quincy St., Suite 210, Arlington

Patricia Lucey

Inova Schar Cancer Institute

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Chesapeake Clinic, Level 5, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Gayle Masri-Fridling

Masri-Fridling Dermatology Group

8605 Westwood Center Drive, Suite 309, Vienna

VHC Health

Missale Mesfin

Forefront Dermatology

8301 Old Courthouse Road, Vienna

Mark Naftanel

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health

Lina Naga

SkinDC

1525 Wilson Blvd., Suite 100 & 125, Arlington

Wanda Patterson

Kaiser Permanente - Reston

1890 Metro Center Drive, Reston

VHC Health

Michelle A. Rivera

ArlingtonSkin

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 400, Arlington

VHC Health

Theodore S. Sebastien

Dermatology Specialists of Virginia

1800 Town Center Drive, Suite 415, Reston

Reston Hospital Center

Brittany Smirnov

Fuchs Dermatology

6565 Arlington Blvd., Suite 102, Falls Church

Sarah Taylor

Forefront Dermatology

8301 Old Courthouse Road, Vienna

Suraj Venna

Inova Schar Cancer Institute

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Chesapeake Clinic, Level 5, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Kurt Wenk

Kaiser Permanente - Springfield Medical Center

6551 Loisdale Court, Springfield VHC Health

EMERGENCY MEDICINE

Jennifer Dunlavy

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Dennis Truong

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

ENDOCRINOLOGY, DIABETES, & METABOLISM

Denise Armellini

The Endocrine Center Concierge Medicine

3025 Hamaker Court, Suite 400, Fairfax

Thien-Giang Bach-Huynh

The Endocrinology Group

200 Park Ave., Falls Church

VHC Health

Kevin Donohue

The Endocrinology Group

200 Park Ave., Falls Church

VHC Health

Christina Go

The Endocrinology Group

200 Park Ave., Falls Church

VHC Health

Daniella E. Hines

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Caroline Huang

The Endocrinology Group

200 Park Ave., Falls Church

VHC Health

Suzanne Rogacz

Northern Virginia Endocrinologists

3201 Jermantown Road, Suite 250, Fairfax

Massoud Saberinia

Dr. Saberinia | Endocrinologist in Northern Virginia

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 408, Arlington

VHC Health, Prince William Medical Center

Merica Shrestha

Inova Endocrinology

8100 Boone Blvd., Suite 700, Tysons

Lida Tabatabaeian

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

FAMILY MEDICINE

Elias Awad

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health

Natasha Beauvais

Northern Virginia Family Practice

2445 Army Navy Drive, Suite 400, Arlington

Charles Gardner

Northern Virginia Family Practice

2445 Army Navy Drive, Suite 400, Arlington

Inova Alexandria Hospital

Daniel Harris

Kaiser Permanente - Springfield

Medical Center

6551 Loisdale Court, Springfield

Cecily Havert

Northern Virginia Family Practice

2445 Army Navy Drive, Suite 400, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Fakiha J Khan

VHC Health Physicians - Primary Care Arlington

1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 3B, Arlington

Rachel Marquez

Kaiser Permanente - Alexandria

3000 Potomac Ave., Alexandria

Jennifer Neria

PMA Health - Falls Church

500 W. Annandale Road, Falls Church

VHC Health

Stephen W. Rex

Mount Vernon Concierge Care

8101 Hinson Farm Road, Suite 219, Alexandria

Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

Cassandra Sims

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health

Ratih Sudharto

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Jeannette Tao

Kaiser Permanente - Burke

5999 Burke Commons Road, Burke

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System

Ayse Turgut

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health

GASTROENTEROLOGY

Tonya L. Adams

Gastro Health

3700 Joseph Siewick Drive, Suite 308, Fairfax

Fairfax Surgical Center, Inova Fair Oaks

Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System

Deborah A. Brauer

Digestive Disease Physicians

4660 Kenmore Ave., Suite 305, Alexandria

Inova Alexandria Hospital

Ali Fazel

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Sonia Gosain

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Pradeep K. Gupta

Gastroenterology Center of Northern Virginia

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 403, Arlington

VHC Health

Saad A. Haque

VHC Health PhysiciansGastroenterology Arlington

1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 3A, Arlington

Gabriel B. Herman

Gastroenterology Center of Northern Virginia

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 403, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Sean P. Hurley

Digestive Disease Physicians 4660 Kenmore Ave., Suite 305, Alexandria

Inova Alexandria Hospital

Alexander Jow

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Diego I. Kuperschmit

Gastroenterology Center of Northern Virginia

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 403, Arlington

VHC Health , Inova Fairfax Hospital

Amy Lin

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Jesse Liu

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Leonardo Mendez

Leonardo Mendez, MD

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 470, Arlington

VHC Health

Rachana Potru

Gastroenterology Center of Northern Virginia

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 403, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Martin G. Prosky

Northern Virginia Gastrointestinal Associates

3301 Woodburn Road, Suite 107, Annandale

Inova Fairfax Hospital, VHC Health

Margaret Schwiesow

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Omer Shahab

VHC Health Physicians -

Gastroenterology Tysons

1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 305, McLean

Veterans Affairs Medical CenterRichmond, Inova Fairfax Hospital, VCU Health Center & MCV Hospital and Physicians

Truc T. Trinh

Gastroenterology Center of Northern Virginia

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 403, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Srikrishna Vemana

Northern Virginia Gastrointestinal Associates

3301 Woodburn Road, Suite 107, Annandale

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Eric R. Wollins

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

GENERAL SURGERY

Stefano F. Agolini

General and Laparoscopic Surgical

Associates

4660 Kenmore Ave., Suite 608, Alexandria

VHC Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Gao Chen

Kaiser Permanente - Fair Oaks

12255 Fair Lakes Parkway, Fairfax

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Surgery Center

Kathleen Cleland

Inova Surgery

1800 N. Beauregard St., Alexandria

VHC Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

Calvin Steeve David

VHC Health Physicians - Digestive Center Fairfax

3025 Hamaker Court, Floor 2, Suite 250, Fairfax

VHC Health

Gwendolyn Garnett

Kaiser Permanente - Fair Oaks

12255 Fair Lakes Parkway, Fairfax VHC Health

George K. Gillian

Virginia Heartburn and Hernia Institute

8988 Lorton Station Blvd., Suite 202, Alexandria

VHC Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital

Jenny Hong

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health

Marcelo Kuperschmit

Inova General Surgery

3833 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 201, Arlington

VHC Health , Reston Hospital Center

Kashif Malik

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Chaitanya Mangalmurti

Kaiser Permanente - Fair Oaks 12255 Fair Lakes Parkway, Fairfax

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Mami Martin

Inova General Surgery

3833 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 201, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Irfan Rizvi

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Brett Sachse

Surgical Consultants of Northern Virginia

1830 Town Center Drive, Suite 102, Reston Reston Hospital Center

J. R. Salameh

VHC Health Physicians - Digestive Center Fairfax

3025 Hamaker Court, Floor 2, Suite 250, Fairfax

VHC Health

Kimberly Suri

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

GERIATRIC MEDICINE

Angela Hsu

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Cissy P. Pottanat

Center for Primary Care & Geriatrics

7115 Leesburg Pike, Suite 211, Falls Church

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

David A. Schreiner

David A. Schreiner, MD

611 S. Carlin Springs Road, Suite 405, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY

Annette Bicher

Mid Atlantic Gynecologic Oncology and Pelvic Surgery Associates 8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 775, Fairfax

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

John C. Elkas

Mid Atlantic Gynecologic Oncology and Pelvic Surgery Associates 8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 775, Fairfax

Winchester Medical Center, VHC Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

G. Scott Rose

Mid Atlantic Gynecologic Oncology and Pelvic Surgery Associates 8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 775, Fairfax

Winchester Medical Center, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Mary Washington Hospital

HAND SURGERY

Alexander S. Croog

OrthoVirginia

3620 Joseph Siewick Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks

Hospital, VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Rikesh A. Gandhi

Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic

2800 Shirlington Road, Suite 1100, Arlington

Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

Emily A Hattwick

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia 3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 300, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Mohammad Ali

Khoshnevisan

Town Center Orthopaedics

1860 Town Center Drive, Suite 300, Reston

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Stone Springs Hospital Center, Fairfax Surgical Center, Reston Surgery Center

Daniel K. Laino

OrthoVirginia

1850 Town Center Parkway, Suites 400 and 303, Reston

Reston Hospital Center, Reston Surgery Center

Joseph P. Letzelter

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

David R. Miller

David R. Miller, M.D.

1860 Town Center Drive, Suite 300, Reston

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Nikhil R. Oak

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Tiffany J. Pan

OrthoVirginia

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 310, Arlington

VHC Health

Stephen W. Pournaras

Fair Oaks Ortho 3998 Fair Ridge Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Cassie G. Root

Nirschl Orthopaedic Center for Sports Medicine and Joint Reconstruction 1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 504, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Swati Shirali

Kaiser Permanente - Fair Oaks 12255 Fair Lakes Parkway, Fairfax

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Peter R. Thomas

OrthoVirginia

1920 Ballenger Ave., Suite 200, Alexandria

Inova Alexandria Hospital, VHC Health

HEMATOLOGY & ONCOLOGY

Ivan Aksentijevich

Virginia Cancer Specialists

4660 Kenmore Ave., Suite 1018, Alexandria

VHC Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital

Robert Christie

Virginia Cancer Specialists

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 170, Arlington

Inova Alexandria Hospital, VHC Health

Shalini Dogra

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

John Feigert

Virginia Cancer Specialists

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 170, Arlington

Inova Alexandria Hospital, VHC Health

Iva Ferreira

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Solaiman Futuri

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Mitul Gandhi

Virginia Cancer Specialists

8613 US-29, Fairfax

Archana Jadhav

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Sekwon Jang

Inova Schar Cancer Institute

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Chesapeake Clinic, Level 5, Fairfax

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital

Timothy A. McCarthy

Virginia Cancer Specialists

8613 US-29, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Jacob A. Ninan

Virginia Cancer Specialists

4660 Kenmore Ave., Suite 1018, Alexandria

Inova Alexandria Hospital

Dipti Patel-Donnelly

Virginia Cancer Specialists

8613 US-29, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

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Danielle S. Cherrick, MD Pain Medicine Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Alexander S. Croog, MD Hand Surgery

Anthony L. Avery, MD Orthopedic Surgery Sports Medicine

Daniel

Laino, MD Hand Surgery

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■ top doctors

Aloysius C. Pereira

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Patricia Rodriguez

Virginia Cancer Specialists

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 170, Arlington

Inova Alexandria Hospital, VHC Health

Keeran R. Sampat

Virginia Cancer Specialists

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 170, Arlington

Inova Alexandria Hospital, VHC Health

Alexander I. Spira

Virginia Cancer Specialists

8613 US-29, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE MEDICINE

Carol Chang

Kaiser Permanente - VHC Health

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Health System, Reston Hospital Center

Jessica Heintz

Virginia Cancer Specialists

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 170, Arlington

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Jeffrey Kin

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Stafford Hospital Center, VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Shashikalaa Kura

Kaiser Permanente - VHC Health 1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Stafford Hospital Center, VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Jane Lee

Kaiser Permanente - VHC Health

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Stafford Hospital Center, VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

INFECTIOUS DISEASE

Sujata H. Ambardar

Infectious Diseases Physicians

3289 Woodburn Road, Suite 200, Annandale

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Imtiaz Choudhary

Infectious Diseases: Tropical Medicine & Travel Clinic

6226 Old Franconia Road, Alexandria

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Mark Delman

Infectious Diseases Physicians

3289 Woodburn Road, Suite 200, Annandale

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Nhat Doan

Kaiser Permanente - Burke

5999 Burke Commons Road, Burke

VHC Health, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

William B. Furlong

VHC Health Physicians - William Furlong, MD

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 440, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Rohit Modak

VHC Health Physicians - Infectious Disease Arlington 1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 302, Arlington VHC Health

Ligia Pic-Aluas

Kaiser Permanente - Burke

5999 Burke Commons Road, Burke

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Donald Poretz

Infectious Diseases Physicians

3289 Woodburn Road, Suite 200, Annandale

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Jennifer Primeggia

VHC Health Physicians - Infectious Disease Arlington 1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 302, Arlington

VHC Health

Eric D. Reines

Infectious Diseases Physicians 3289 Woodburn Road, Suite 200, Annandale

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

Henry Rhee

Infectious Disease Specialists of Virginia

13890 Braddock Road, Suite 206, Centreville

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Prince William Medical Center, Reston Hospital Center

Ian A. Seemungal

VHC Health Physicians - Infectious Disease Arlington 1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 302, Arlington

VHC Health

Marsha Soni

Infectious Disease Specialists of Virginia

13890 Braddock Road, Suite 206, Centreville

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Prince William Medical Center, Reston Hospital Center, Stone Springs Hospital Center

Rana Traboulsi

Kaiser Permanente - Burke 5999 Burke Commons Road, Burke

Stephen E. Weinroth

Infectious Disease Consultants 11211 Waples Mill Road, Suite 200, Fairfax

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Stone Springs Hospital Center

David Wheeler

Infectious Diseases Physicians 3289 Woodburn Road, Suite 200, Annandale

Inova Fairfax Hospital

David Yoho

Kaiser Permanente - Burke 5999 Burke Commons Road, Burke Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Rhanda Abd-Elfattah

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Summer Abdel-Megeed

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Paula M. Bergamini

Arlington Primary Care

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 490, Arlington VHC Health

Joanna Bock

Arlington Primary Care

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 490, Arlington VHC Health

Catherine S. Boinest

VHC Health Physicians - Primary Care

McLean

6862 Elm St., Suite 600, McLean VHC Health

Leigh Boldt

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

John Charalambopoulos

VHC Health Physicians - Primary Care Old Town

700 S. Washington St., Suite 330, Alexandria

VHC Health

Elizabeth A. Cilenti

Northern Virginia Family Practice

2245 Army Navy Drive, Suite 400, Arlington

Kathryn A. Dreger

Prime PLC

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 306, Arlington

VHC Health

Kimberly Lynn Houde

VHC Health Physicians - Primary Care

McLean

6862 Elm St., Suite 600, McLean

VHC Health

Christina L. Malekiani

VHC Health Physicians - Primary Care

Shirlington

2800 Shirlington Road, Suite 500, Arlington

VHC Health

Nidhi Malik

Kaiser Permanente - Reston

890 Metro Center Drive, Reston

Timothy D. Muir

PMA Health - Falls Church

500 W. Annandale Road, Falls Church

VHC Health

Rachel Ngernmaneepothong

VHC Health Physicians - Primary Care

McLean

6862 Elm St., Suite 600, McLean

VHC Health

Hong Hanh L. Nguyen

VHC Health Physicians - Primary Care

Shirlington

2800 Shirlington Road, Suite 500, Arlington VHC Health

Vu Nguyen

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Julie Passarelli

PMA Health - Falls Church

500 W. Annandale Road, Falls Church

Anthony J. Rimicci

Arlington Primary Care

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 490, Arlington

VHC Health

Angele C. Seiler

Arlington Primary Care

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 490, Arlington

VHC Health

Mark F. Sullivan

Mount Vernon Internal Medicine

6128 Brandon Ave., Suite 201, Springfield Inova Fairfax Hospital

Christopher M. Walsh

VHC Health Physicians - Primary Care

Shirlington

2800 Shirlington Road, Suite 500, Arlington

VHC Health

Jonas Wiltz

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health

Dan Yu

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Ken Zweig

Northern Virginia Family Practice

2445 Army Navy Drive, Suite 400, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

MATERNAL & FETAL MEDICINE

Mohammed Elkousy

Maternal Fetal Associates of the Mid-Atlantic

1850 Town Center Parkway, Suite 258, Reston

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Prince William Medical Center, Reston Hospital Center, Stone Springs Hospital Center

Myriam Ferzli

VHC Health Physicians - Maternal

Fetal Medicine

1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 5B, Arlington

VHC Health

Moustafa M. Hassan

Maternal Fetal Associates of the Mid-Atlantic

1850 Town Center Parkway, Suite 258, Reston

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Stone Springs Hospital Center

Kathleen R. Heim

VHC Health Physicians - Maternal Fetal Medicine

1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 5B, Arlington

VHC Health

Kristin Knight

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Inova Fairfax Hospital, VHC Health

Dana Marzilli

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Kelly M. Orzechowski

VHC Health Physicians - Maternal Fetal Medicine

1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 5B, Arlington

VHC Health

NEONATAL & PERINATAL MEDICINE

John P. Galiote

Children’s National 1701 N. George Mason Drive, Floor 2,

Arlington

VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Helen Z. Yoon

Children’s National 1701 N. George Mason Drive, Floor 2, Arlington

VHC Health

NEPHROLOGY

Vineet K. Jassal

Virginia Nephrology Group

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 215, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Health System

Caroline Kwon

Virginia Nephrology Group

3930 Walnut St., Suite 101, Fairfax

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Kevin Lowery

Virginia Nephrology Group

3930 Walnut St., Suite 101, Fairfax

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, VHC Health

Ronaldo Mayuga

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Tulsi Mehta

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health

Paul Modlinger

Virginia Nephrology Group

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 215, Arlington

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, VHC Health

Vasudha Narayana

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Kinjal Patel

Virginia Nephrology Group

3930 Walnut St., Suite 101, Fairfax

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, VHC Health

Thomas A. Rakowski

Virginia Nephrology Group

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 215, Arlington

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, VHC Health, Northern VA Community Hospital

Renuka Sothinathan

Virginia Nephrology Group

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 215, Arlington

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, VHC Health, Northern VA Community Hospital

Elixabeth Sullivan

Virginia Nephrology Group 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 215, Arlington

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, VHC Health

Aklilu Yishak

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Retreat Doctors' Hospital

NEUROLOGY

James Bicksel

Capital Neurology Services

6862 Elm St., Suite 450, McLean Inova Fairfax Hospital

Candace V. Bryan

Neurology Center of Fairfax

3020 Hamaker Court, Suite 400, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Matthew R. Churchill

Neurology Center of Fairfax 3020 Hamaker Court, Suite 400, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Eric Czander

Northern Virginia Neurologic Associates

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 420, Arlington VHC Health

Benny S. Kim

VHC Health Physicians - Neurology 1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 107, Arlington

Robert N. Kurtzke

Neurology Center of Fairfax

3020 Hamaker Court, Suite 400, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Zurab Nadareishvili

VHC Health Physicians - Neurology 1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 107, Arlington VHC Health

Hilary Newgen

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Margaret Perrin

Northern Virginia Neurologic

Associates

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 420, Arlington VHC Health

Zahra Rezvani

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Faye Rosenbaum

Northern Virginia Neurologic Associates

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 420, Arlington VHC Health

Amy R. Stone

Neurology Center of Fairfax

3020 Hamaker Court, Suite 400, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

NEUROSURGERY

Sidhartha Chandela

Inova Fairfax Hospital

3300 Gallows Road, Falls Church

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Andrew Fanous

Inova Neurosurgery

1500 N. Beuregard St., Suite 300, Alexandria Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System

John Hamilton

Inova Neurosurgery

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 900, Fairfax

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Jae Y. Lim

Atlantic Brain & Spine

1850 Town Center Parkway, Suite 559, Reston

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Richard D. Murray

Virginia Neurosurgeons

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite

445, Arlington VHC Health

Nikhil R. Nayak

Virginia Neurosurgeons

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite

445, Arlington VHC Health

■ top doctors

Joseph Watson

Cerebrum MD

8230 Boone Blvd., Suite 360, Vienna

Inova Fairfax Hospital , Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center , Reston Hospital Center

NUCLEAR MEDICINE

Robert L. Hong

Arlington & Reston Radiation Oncology

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Russell E. McWey

Northern Virginia Radiology Consultants

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington VHC Health

Nadim M. Nasr

Arlington & Reston Radiation Oncology

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

Glenna R. Andersen

Nova Group For Women

8501 Arlington Blvd., Suite 300, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Amy Banulis

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Jennifer M. Biggs

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church VHC Health

Stella Blosser

Kaiser Permanente - Burke

5999 Burke Commons Road, Burke

Stafford Hospital Center, VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Colleen M. Borelli

Northern Virginia Physicians to Women

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 300, Arlington VHC Health

John J. Elliott

Northern Virginia Physicians to Women

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 300, Arlington VHC Health

Joy Kim

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Susanne Lashgari Prather

Northern Virginia Physicians to Women

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite

300, Arlington

VHC Health

Chi-Tsui Liang

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Stafford Hospital Center, VHC Health, Inova

Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Darya B. Maanavi

Nova Group For Women

8501 Arlington Blvd., Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Sona Patel-Grimm

Capital Women’s Care

3025 Hamaker Court, Suite 200, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Amy E. Porter

Healthcare for Women

431 Park Ave., Suite 300, Falls Church

VHC Health

Hania Qutub

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Stafford Hospital Center, VHC Health, Inova

Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Amanda E. Rohn

VHC Health Physicians - OB/GYN

Arlington 1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 5A,

Arlington

VHC Health

Ingrid M. Winterling

Healthcare For Women

431 Park Ave., Suite 300, Falls Church

VHC Health

OPHTHALMOLOGY

Faheem Ahmed

Eye Physicians of Virginia

6845 Elm St., Suite 425, McLean

Reston Hospital Center

Haresh Ailani

Eye Consultants of Northern Virginia 8136 Old Keene Mill Road, Suite B-300, Springfield

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Daniel Albertus

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

William F. Deegan

Spectrum Retina & Ocular Oncology

1420 Beverly Road, Suite 110, McLean

VHC Health

Minh-Phuong Doan

Kaiser Permanente - Fair Oaks

12255 Fair Lakes Parkway, Fairfax

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Mark D. Falls

Northern Virginia Center for Eye Care

8150 Leesburg Pike, Suite 909, Vienna

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Jordana G. Fein

Retina Group of Washington - Fairfax

8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Floor 6, Fairfax

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Fairfax Surgical Center

Leah Fuchs

Eye Consultants of Northern Virginia 8136 Old Keene Mill Road, Suite B-300, Springfield

VHC Health

Muge R. Kesen

Retina and Uveitis Center

8260 Greensboro Drive, Suite A-20, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

AliMohammad Khorrami

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Amy Kotecha

Capital Vision Eye and Cosmetic Center

3801 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 74, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Katherine McCabe

Kaiser Permanente - Fair Oaks

12255 Fair Lakes Parkway, Fairfax

VHC Health

Farhan Merali

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Bella Davé Patnaik

Northern Virginia Center for Eye Care 8150 Leesburg Pike, Suite 909, Vienna

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Christine A. Tagayun

See Clearly Vision 8138 Watson St., McLean

VHC Health

A. Wali Ziayee

Arlington Eye Care

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 207, Arlington

VHC Health

ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY

Christopher C. Annunziata

OrthoVirginia 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 310, Arlington

VHC Health

Anthony L. Avery

OrthoVirginia 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 310, Arlington

VHC Health

Matthew Buchanan

Nirschl Orthopaedic Center for Sports Medicine and Joint Reconstruction

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 504, Arlington

Fairfax Surgical Center, VHC Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Daniel J. Cuttica

The Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Center 1550 Wilson Blvd., Suite 105, Arlington

Lonnie D. Davis

Aligned Orthopedic PartnersWashington Sports Medicine Institute 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 180, Arlington

Fairfax Surgical Center, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Najam Fasihi

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

George Gantsoudes

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 300, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Anthony Ho

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Surgery Center

Matthew Kinney

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Ryan G. Miyamoto

Ryan G. Miyamoto MD

11166 Fairfax Blvd., Suite 400, Fairfax Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Stone Springs Hospital Center

David J. Novak

OrthoVirginia

3620 Joseph Siewick Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Michael O’Reilly

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health

Nikhil Oak

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Derek H. Ochiai

Nirschl Orthopaedic Center for Sports Medicine and Joint Reconstruction 1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 504, Arlington

VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

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■ top doctors

Ronald S. Paik

Nirschl Orthopaedic Center for Sports Medicine and Joint Reconstruction 1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 504, Arlington

VHC Health

Rajeev Pandarinath

Aligned Orthopedic Partners -

Washington Sports Medicine Institute 8401 Greensboro Drive, Suite 120, McLean Fauquier Health

David W. Romness

OrthoVirginia

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 310, Arlington

VHC Health

Leah Schulte

Kaiser Permanente - Springfield Medical Center

6551 Loisdale Court, Springfield

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Kevin D. Sumida

OrthoVirginia

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 310, Arlington

VHC Health

Raymond Thal

Aligned Orthopedic Partners -

Washington Sports Medicine Institute 8401 Greensboro Drive, Suite 120, McLean

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks

Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Reston Surgery Center

Clay Wellborn

Nirschl Orthopaedic Center for Sports Medicine and Joint Reconstruction 1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 504, Arlington

VHC Health

OTOLARYNGOLOGY

Michael R. Abidin

Metropolitan ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery

6355 Walker Lane, Suite 308, Alexandria

Inova Alexandria Hospital , Inova Fairfax Hospital

Robert S. Bahadori

Otolaryngology Associates

3801 University Drive, Floor 3, Fairfax

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Heath Dreyfuss

ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery

6845 Elm St., Suite 303, McLean

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Richard Gardner

Ear, Nose and Throat Specialists of Northern Virginia

8314-C Traford Lane, Springfield

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System, Prince William Medical Center

Nancy Judd

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Jessica Kandl

Arlington ENT Associates

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 250, Arlington VHC Health

Noah Meltzer

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Thuy-Anh Melvin

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Ashley G. O’Reilly

Ear, Nose and Throat Specialists of Northern Virginia

1005 N. Glebe Road, Suite 500, Arlington

Inova Fairfax Hospital, VHC Health, Prince William Medical Center

James Owusu

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Nitinkumar Patel

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health

Thomas Pilkington

Arlington ENT Associates

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 250, Arlington

VHC Health

Michelle M. Roeser

Ear, Nose and Throat Specialists of Northern Virginia

1005 N. Glebe Road, Suite 500, Arlington

Fairfax Surgical Center, VHC Health, Inova

Fairfax Hospital, Prince William Medical Center

Shankar Sridhara

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, Mclean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston

Hospital Center

Edward Tsong

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston

Hospital Center

PAIN MEDICINE

Siddharth Arora

The Care Clinic - Dr. Siddharth Arora 4017 Williamsburg Court, Fairfax

Suneetha Budampati

National Spine & Pain Centers

2800 S. Shirlington Road, Suite 102, Arlington

Danielle S. Cherrick

OrthoVirginia 1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 500, McLean

Assaf T. Gordon

National Spine & Pain Centers

3803 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 400, Arlington

Prashanth A. Mally

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Sharat K. Narayanan

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

PATHOLOGY

Cary O. Poropatich

VHC Health Physiciams - Cary Poropatich, MD 1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington VHC Health

Stephanie B. Soofer

VHC Health Physiciams - Cary Poropatich, MD

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington

PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY

Alan Benheim

Inova Children’s Cardiology

8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 400, Fairfax

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Prince William Medical Center

Patrick Callahan

Inova Children’s Cardiology

8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 400, Fairfax Winchester Medical Center, VHC Health, Fauquier Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Mary Washington Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Prince William Medical Center, Reston Hospital Center

Jennifer H. Lindsey

Inova Children’s Cardiology

8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 400, Fairfax

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital

Jin Hyuk Park

Children’s National

3023 Hamaker Court, Floor 3, Fairfax

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Prince William Medical Center, Reston Hospital Center

PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY

Robert A. Silverman

U.S. Dermatology Partners

8316 Arlington Blvd., Suite 400, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY MEDICINE

Katherine Fullerton

US Acute Care Solutions

3300 Gallows Road, Emergency Dept., Falls Church

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Adam Kochman

US Acute Care Solutions

3300 Gallows Road, Emergency Dept., Falls Church

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital

Frederick Place

US Acute Care Solutions

3300 Gallows Road, Emergency Dept., Falls Church

Inova Fairfax Hospital

PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGY

Oksana Lazareva

Inova Children’s Endocrinology

8280 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Rinku Mehra

The Mehra Clinic

8230 Boone Blvd., Unit 170, Vienna

Otilia Neacsu

Inova Children’s Endocrinology

8280 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital

PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY

Catherine Chao

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 300, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Peter Lee

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 300, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital

Ian Leibowitz

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital

Natalie Sikka

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Scott M. Sirlin

Scott M. Sirlin, MD

1830 Town Center Drive, Suite 209, Reston

Inova Loudoun Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY & ONCOLOGY

Thomas C. Newton

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Niccole Piguet

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 765, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE

Rebecca Levorson

Inova Children’s Infectious Disease

8280 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System

Katherine Moyer

Inova Children’s Infectious Disease

8280 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

PEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY

Rasheda Z. Amin

Inova Children’s Nephrology

8280 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Patricia Seo-Mayer

Inova Children’s Nephrology

8280 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

PEDIATRIC NEUROLOGY

Meaghan Kelly

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

John Schreiber

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Carilion Roanoke

Memorial Hospital, Mary Washington Hospital

PEDIATRIC NEUROSURGERY

Leon E. Moores

Inova Children’s Neurosurgery

8280 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

John Socrates Myseros

Children’s National

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 450, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

PEDIATRIC PSYCHIATRY

Ross Goodwin

Kaiser Permanente - Burke 5999 Burke Commons Road, Burke

Catherine McCarthy

Catherine McCarthy, MD 6723 Whittier Ave., Suite 403, McLean

Thanh T. Nguyen

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 300, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Asha Patton-Smith

Kaiser Permanente - Burke 5999 Burke Commons Road, Burke

PEDIATRIC PULMONOLOGY

Dagne Assefa

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 300, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

James E. Clayton

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 300, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

PEDIATRIC SLEEP MEDICINE

Suraiya Haider

Inova Children’s Sleep Center

2730-D Prosperity Ave., Fairfax Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Shahriar Shahzeidi

Comprehensive Sleep Care Center

200 N. Glebe Road, Suite 316, Arlington

James Tomkinson

Comprehensive Sleep Care Center

200 N. Glebe Road, Suite 316, Arlington

Aarthi Vemana

Inova Children’s Sleep Center

2730-D Prosperity Ave., Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

PEDIATRIC SURGERY

Joseph Hartwich

Inova Children’s General and Thoracic Surgery

8260 Willow Oaks Drive, Suite 625, Fairfax

Inova Surgery Center, Inova Fair Oaks

Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System

Stephen Kim

Inova Children’s General and Thoracic Surgery

8260 Willow Oaks Drive, Suite 625, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Bharath Nath

Inova Children’s General and Thoracic Surgery

8260 Willow Oaks Drive, Suite 625, Fairfax

PEDIATRIC UROLOGY

Rachel Selekman

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 300, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

PEDIATRICS (GENERAL)

Bassam A. Atiyeh

Northern Virginia Pediatric Associates

107 N. Virginia Ave., Falls Church

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Pemmaraju Dakin

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Pupi Demissie

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Lisa S. Kelly

Northern Virginia Pediatric Associates 107 N. Virginia Ave., Falls Church

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Anjali Modi

Pediatrics of Arlington 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 185, Arlington

Alison F. Pease

Pediatrics of Arlington 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 185, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Debbie Peng

ALL Pediatrics of Alexandria 1500 N. Beauregard St., Suite 200, Alexandria

Inova Alexandria Hospital

Amy Reddy

Kaiser Permanente - Burke 5999 Burke Commons Road, Burke

VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Abha Saha

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Brent Thibodeaux

Kaiser Permanente - Reston 1890 Metro Center Drive, Reston VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Zoya Tirmizi

Kaiser Permanente - Fair Oaks 12255 Fair Lakes Parkway, Fairfax VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION

Edward G. Allcock

VHC Health Physicians - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 302, Arlington VHC Health

Danielle S. Cherrick

OrthoVirginia 1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 500, McLean

Daniel R. Davis

VHC Health Physicians - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 302, Arlington VHC Health

Kelly Pham

Reach Pediatric Rehab

8230 Boone Blvd., Unit 170, Vienna Inova Fairfax Hospital

Spencer Tseng

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

Kirit Bhatt

Kirit Bhatt, MD, FACS: Rejuve Plastic Surgery

1800 Tysons Blvd., Suite 320, McLean Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital

George Bitar

Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 109, Fairfax Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System

Susan K. Buenaventura

The Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center

5425 Duke St., Alexandria Inova Alexandria Hospital

Jonathan Cabin

Jonathan Cabin, MD

1525 Wilson Blvd., Suite 100, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Tzujane Jenny Chen

Affiliates in Plastic Surgery

4660 Kenmore Ave., Suite 220, Alexandria

Inova Surgery Center, VHC Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Mark Domanski

Bluemont Plastic Surgery

8316 Arlington Blvd., Suite 524, Fairfax

VHC Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Gloria Duda

McLean Plastic Surgery - Gloria Duda, MD

6845 Elm St., Suite 708, McLean

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, VHC Health

James M. Economides

Advanced Plastic Surgery Center

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 380, Arlington

Inova Surgery Center, VHC Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Wendy R. Gottlieb

Wendy Gottlieb, MD

1800 Town Center Drive, Suite 418, Reston

VHC Health, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Stone Springs Hospital Center

Munique Maia

Maia Plastic Surgery

8100 Boone Blvd., Suite 730, Tysons

VHC Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Vineet Mehan

Dominion Plastic Surgery

2755 Hartland Road, Suite 300, Falls Church

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Reza Mirali

Plastic Surgery and Dermatology Associates

8501 Arlington Blvd., Suite 310, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System, Inova Loudoun Hospital

Talal Munasifi

Advanced Plastic Surgery Center

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 380, Arlington

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, VHC Health

Marilyn Q. Nguyen

VHC Health Physicians - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 4B, Arlington VHC Health

Paulo Piccolo

National Center for Plastic Surgery -

Paulo Piccolo MD

7601 Lewinsville Road, Suite 400, McLean

Inova Surgery Center, Inova Alexandria

Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova

Fairfax Hospital, Inova Health System, Inova

Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Loudoun

Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Stone Springs Hospital Center

Byron Poindexter

Austin-Weston, The Center for Cosmetic Surgery

1825 Samuel Morse Drive, Reston Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Navin Singh

Washingtonian Plastic Surgery

7601 Lewinsville Road, Suite 300, McLean

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova

Loudoun Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Prince William Medical Center, Reston Hospital Center

Ping Song

VHC Health Physicians - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 4B, Arlington

VHC Health

PSYCHIATRY

Brian Hernandez

Kaiser Permanente - Burke

5999 Burke Commons Road, Burke

Thomas N. Jacob

Thomas N. Jacob, MD

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 240, Arlington VHC Health

Jennifer M. Santoro

Dr. Jennifer Santoro, MD

8550 Arlington Blvd., Suite 300, Fairfax

Joseph Tasosa

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Gebrehana Zebro

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Dominion Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

RADIATION ONCOLOGY

Gopal K. Bajaj

Radiation Oncology Associates

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Building B, Fairfax

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center

Robert L. Hong

Arlington & Reston Radiation Oncology

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington

VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Nadim M. Nasr

Arlington & Reston Radiation Oncology

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Gregory S. Sibley

Virginia Cancer Specialists

8613 US-29, Fairfax

RADIOLOGY

Joseph Gorodenker

Northern Virginia Radiology Consultants

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center

Omar Javery

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Girish Kori

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

Patrick Oliverio

Fairfax Radiological Consultants

8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 750, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital

Ivan Petrovitch

Northern Virginia Radiology Consultants

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington VHC Health

Shashi H. Ranganath

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Claude G. Raphael

Northern Virginia Radiology Consultants

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington VHC Health

REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY / INFERTILITY

Eric D. Levens

Shady Grove Fertility

8501 Arlington Blvd., Suite 500, Fairfax

Shruti Malik

Shady Grove Fertility

901 N. Stuart St., Suite 610, Arlington

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Andrea E. Reh

Shady Grove Fertility

901 N. Stuart St., Suite 610, Arlington

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Abbaa Sarhan

Genetics and IVF Institute

3015 Williams Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

RHEUMATOLOGY

Navera R. Ahmed

Northern Virginia Center for Arthritis, Rheumatology & Osteoporosis

450 W. Broad St., Suite 400, Falls

Church

VHC Health

Grace Ahn

Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates

8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 150, Fairfax

Saira Bilal

Arthritis Clinic of Northern Virginia

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 220, Arlington

Daniel El-Bogdadi

Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates

8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 150, Fairfax

Pankaj Jain

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Mala Mehta

Kaiser Permanente - Falls Church

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Justin Peng

Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates

8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 150, Fairfax

Nicole Saddic Thomas

Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates

8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 150, Fairfax

SLEEP MEDICINE

Mrunalini Chakurkar

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Ashtaad H. Dalal

PMA Health - VHC Health Office

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 190, Arlington

VHC Health

Amit V. Patel

Virginia Heart

2901 Telestar Court, Suite 600, Falls Church

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Lawrence M. Stein

PMA Health - VHC Health Office

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 190, Arlington

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Advanced Heart and Sleep Care –Close to Home.

Virginia Heart has been caring for our community for over 30 years. With 10 locations and 51 cardiologists, our team of specialists treat the full spectrum of cardiovascular conditions including coronary heart disease, arrhythmias, vascular conditions and structural heart disease. Our 4 board-certified sleep medicine physicians diagnose and treat sleep disorders while working to prevent the associated risk of heart disease.

You can trust your heart and sleep care to Virginia Heart.

Congratulations to those who earned the 2024 Arlington Magazine Top Doctor honor:

Rachel L. Berger, MD, FACC

Timothy P. Farrell, MD, FACC

Michael P. Notarianni, MD, FACC

Antonio R. Parente, MD, FACC

Amit V. Patel, MD, FACC

Dr. Rachel L. Berger

Dr. Timothy P. Farrell

Dr. Michael P. Notarianni

Dr. Amit V. Patel

■ top doctors

James Tomkinson

Comprehensive Sleep Care Center

200 N. Glebe Road, Suite 316, Arlington

SPORTS MEDICINE

Christopher C. Annunziata

OrthoVirginia

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 310, Arlington VHC Health

Anthony L. Avery

OrthoVirginia

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 310, Arlington VHC Health

Lonnie D. Davis

Aligned Orthopedic Partners - Washington Sports Medicine Institute

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 180, Arlington

Fairfax Surgical Center, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Najam Fasihi

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Ryan T. Hubbard

Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic

2800 Shirlington Road, Suite 1100, Arlington

Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

Richard Sisson

Kaiser Permanente - Springfield Medical Center

6551 Loisdale Court, Springfield

Raymond Thal

Aligned Orthopedic Partners - Washington Sports Medicine Institute

8401 Greensboro Drive, Suite 120, McLean

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Reston Surgery Center

THORACIC SURGERY

John R. Garrett

VHC Health Physicians - Cardiac Vascular & Thoracic Surgery

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 288, Arlington VHC Health

Sandeep J. Khandhar

Virginia Cancer Specialists

8613 US-29, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

John W. Rhee

VHC Health Physicians - Cardiac Vascular & Thoracic Surgery

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 288, Arlington

VHC Health

UROLOGY

Gregory M. Bernstein

VHC Health Physicians - Urology West Alexandria

3475 N. Beauregard St., Suite 201, Alexandria

VHC Health

Simon Chung

Inova Urology

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 500, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Sameer M. Deshmukh

Kaiser Permanente - Fair Oaks

12255 Fair Lakes Parkway, Fairfax

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Brett Holt

Inova Urology

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 500, Fairfax

Inova Fairfax Hospital

James Jezior

Kaiser Permanente - Fair Oaks

12255 Fair Lakes Parkway, Fairfax

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Andrew Joel

VHC Health Physicians - Urology Arlington 1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 4A, Arlington

VHC Health

Timothy Kim

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Reston Hospital Center

Jason A. Levy

VHC Health Physicians - Urology West Alexandria

3475 N. Beauregard St., Suite 201, Alexandria

VHC Health

Kai Li

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

VHC Health, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Robert M. Mordkin

VHC Health Physicians - Urology Arlington 1851 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 4A, Arlington

VHC Health

Olga Povcher

VHC Health Physicians - Urology Tysons 1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 305, McLean

VHC Health

Tiffany M. Sotelo

Kaiser Permanente - Fair Oaks

12255 Fair Lakes Parkway, Fairfax

VHC Health

Jeffrey Wong

Potomac Urology

1800 N. Beauregard St., Suite 300, Alexandria

Inova Alexandria Hospital , Sentara Northern Virginia

Medical Center

VASCULAR / INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY

Carson Campe

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Alain Drooz

Fairfax Radiological Consultants

8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 750, Fairfax

Aaron R. Ducoffe

Fairfax Vascular Center

8505 Arlington Blvd., Suite 400, Fairfax

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital

Mohammed Loya

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Vivek Mathur

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Russell E. McWey

Northern Virginia Radiology Consultants

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington VHC Health

Murat Sor HealthQare Services

1005 N. Glebe Road, Suite 200, Arlington

Michael Stone

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Mustafa Syed

Fairfax Radiological Consultants

8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 750, Fairfax

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital

VASCULAR SURGERY

Maseer A. Bade

Inova Cardiac Surgery Vascular Surgery and Vascular Lab

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 800, Fairfax Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Health System, Prince William Medical Center

Deepak Deshmukh

Vascular Institute of Virginia

13135 Lee Jackson Memorial Highway, Suite 145, Fairfax

Stafford Hospital Center, Fauquier Health, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Prince William Medical Center, Reston Hospital Center, Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center

Homayoun Hashemi

Inova Cardiac Surgery Vascular Surgery and Vascular Lab

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 800, Fairfax Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center

Hyein Kim

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Shyam Krishnan

Kaiser Permanente - Tysons Corner

8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Robert Podolsky

Vascular Associates of Northern Virginia

12005 Sunrise Valley Drive, Suite 120, Reston

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Stone Springs Hospital Center

Avisesh Sahgal

Vascular Associates of Northern Virginia

12005 Sunrise Valley Drive, Suite 120, Reston

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Stone Springs Hospital Center

The Care Clinic

SIDD ARORA, DO, MS

Our mission: Empowering Minds, Enriching Lives: Revolutionizing the Future of Mental Health and Pain Medicine with Innovation and Excellence. We envision a world where chronic pain and mental wellness is prioritized, stigma is eradicated, innovative practices set the standard for excellence, and quality healthcare is accessible to anyone, anywhere.

4017 Williamsburg Court

Fairfax, VA 22032

844-782-6963

careclinicmd.com

careclinicinfusions.com

Dr. Sidd Arora is triple board-certified in interventional pain medicine, adult psychiatry and addiction medicine with training from such prestigious institutions as the Cleveland Clinic. He leads The Care Clinic where he champions the responsible integration of technology into healthcare, leveraging AI and telemedicine to augment patient care without replacing the human touch.

His practice implements proprietary AI systems, prioritizing user-friendly telemedicine services that mirror in-person consultations. Their overarching mission is to elevate the accessibility and quality of mental healthcare—with the touch of a button.

The Care Clinic stands apart from other practices with its comprehensive approach to mental health and pain management. It recognizes the intricate interplay between mental health, addiction and pain conditions. It offers ketamine treatment under the guidance of a triple board-certified

physician, one of a handful in the country.

“We operate as care teams, ensuring each patient benefits from the collective expertise of multiple specialists,” says Dr. Arora. Emphasizing a multidisciplinarycare model, Dr. Arora’s team stays abreast of the latest advancements in the field to provide cutting-edge treatments tailored to individual needs. “Our clinic transcends mere treatment; we embrace a collaborative role as compassionate guides in your quest for enhanced health and vitality.”

A key challenge is managing patient expectations in an era of abundant information. Effective communication is crucial to align patient understanding with medical reality, fostering trust and empowerment in healthcare decisions. Dr. Arora finds the greatest fulfillment in witnessing profound life transformations and in the heartfelt expressions from patients’ family members who proclaim, “Our loved one is back.”

Bluemont Plastic Surgery

MARK DOMANSKI, MD

American Society of Plastic Surgeons

Northern Virginia Magazine Top Doctor

DC Modern Luxury Top Medical Professional Washingtonian Top Doctor

Arlington Magazine Top Doctor

8316 Arlington Blvd., Suite 524, Fairfax, VA 22031

703-596-1660 | info@bluemontmd.com Instagram: @mark.domanski | www.bluemontmd.com

Born in Washington D.C. and raised in Rockville, MD, Dr. Mark Domanski attended the University of Virginia as an undergraduate and the University of Maryland for medical school. He spent eight years in surgical training at the University of Texas, George Washington University and University of Mississippi.

Board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Domanski serves as section chief of plastic surgery at Inova Alexandria Hospital. As a diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, he only operates in a hospital or certified surgery centers.

His specialties include facial aesthetic surgery, breast lifting, abdominoplasty and liposuction. Dr. Domanski is renowned for his natural results.

Dr. Domanski is especially passionate about neck rejuvenation. “A youthful face sits on a youthful neck,” he says. Neck rejuvenation is a field with multiple modalities for various age groups and conditions. Patients with slight skin laxity may undergo radiofrequency microneedling, laser tightening or a skin peel. Other patients may be candidates for in-office neck liposuction or filler chin augmentation. Surgical neck rejuvenation is accomplished by anterior platysmal tightening or lateral skin reduction. Dr. Domanski is a true expert and helps his patients choose the right treatment plan.

Outside of work, Dr. Domanski enjoys running and can often be found on the “Arlington Loop.” In fact, Bluemont Plastic Surgery is named after Arlington’s Bluemont Junction Trail. He also enjoys sharing local Arlington history, such as Civil War Fort C.F. Smith and the 18th century Ball-Sellers House, with his children.

National Spine Pain Centers

SUNEETHA BUDAMPATI, MD

“Pain is universal, but suffering is optional.”

2800 Shirlington Road, Suite 102, Arlington, VA 22206 703-738-4336

3803 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 400, Arlington, VA 22203 703-738-4380 www.treatingpain.com

Expertly trained and experienced, Dr. Suneetha Budampati is the medical director of NSPC Arlington. She strives to achieve a comprehensive understanding of the overall condition and create a customized care plan with each patient. Embodying her treatment philosophy, she is mindful of the unique individual effect of both chronic and acute pain on each patient.

Born into a family of physicians, her lifelong immersion in the practice of medicine created a deep appreciation of the doctor-patient relationship and the profoundly positive impact of a successful treatment, not only on the patient but also on their family and social functioning.

Her expertise includes spinal injections, nerve blocks, percutaneous intradiscal therapies, neuromodulation at the dorsal column, DRG, peripheral nerves, MILD procedure, SCS implantation, revision and pain pump therapies. She is also an experienced provider of balloon kyphoplasty and Botox chemodenervation for migraines and dystonia.

She is board certified in interventional pain management and PM&R, and she maintains active memberships in the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians and the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

An advocate for strong patient involvement, Dr. Budampati achieves successful results by dialoguing with patients to fully appreciate their expectations and keep them actively engaged in their treatment program. “I will offer the care and expertise,” she says, “but you offer me your interest and participation so that we can come up with a progressive prevention plan for your future”.

TONY J. LEWIS

Washingtonian Plastic Surgery

NAVIN SINGH, MD

Awards/Honors:

TOP Doctor recognitions, 2009-2023

Top 1% of Doctors in the USA, US News and World Report

America’s Best Plastic Surgeon, Newsweek Patients’ Choice

As seen on The Doctors, CBS, ABC, NPR, The Washington Post

7601 Lewinsville Road, Suite 300, McLean, VA 22102

703-345-4377 | www.WashingtonianPlasticSurgery.com

Dr. Navin Singh is the area’s leading dual boardcertified plastic surgeon. Serving patients in the heart of McLean, he is renowned for providing quality care and a variety of minimally invasive procedures, as well as a customized treatment plan for each patient.

Dr. Singh’s specialties include deep-plane face and neck lifts, mommy makeovers, body-contouring with laser liposuction, gynecomastia, and breast augmentations. He provides surgical options that can be done under local or twilight anesthesia for patients who prefer less downtime. Educated at Brown, Harvard and Johns Hopkins, he offers customized treatment options that ensure beautiful and natural results that exceed patient expectations.

Washingtonian Plastic Surgery provides only state of the art, cutting-edge surgical and noninvasive technologies that deliver the best and most natural looking results. “But while technology is everchanging and important, it can’t be the be-all and end-all,” says Dr. Singh. “We don’t fall for the latest fad or gimmick. We pride ourselves in offering treatments and products that have proven and effective results.”

Over the course of his career, Dr. Singh has witnessed countless shifts in the way his patients approach plastic surgery. What has remained unchanged is the way he works with each patient to help them identify realistic and natural goals.

“My patients are my walking billboards,” says Dr. Singh. “And while I’m proud of the many awards that local publications such as Arlington magazine, Northern Virginia magazine and Washingtonian have bestowed upon me, I’m more proud of each and every thank you that I get from satisfied patients.”

Paulo Piccolo, MD, FACS

NATIONAL CENTER FOR PLASTIC SURGERY

Having grown up abroad and practiced in other parts of the country and the world, Dr. Piccolo has a broad understanding of cultural and regional diversity. Speaking multiple languages helps him recognize and appreciate the true meaning in the patient’s wishes, without being lost in translation.

7601 Lewinsville Road, Suite 400, McLean, VA 22102 703-287-8277

2440 M St., Suite 318, Washington, D.C. 20037 202-331-7272

www.nationalcenterforplasticsurgery.com

Dr. Paulo Piccolo is a board-certified plastic surgeon who provides cutting-edge cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the face and body. “Breast reconstruction and plastic surgery itself are constantly evolving,” he says. “The techniques used today, like using the patient’s own tissues for reconstruction, connecting nerves after a mastectomy to regain sensation to the nipple, procedures to avoid lymphedema and new implant technology, help us achieve great results. In the cosmetic world, the advances are even more exciting with ever-evolving techniques and devices. It’s amazing what we can achieve. And we’ll keep pushing!”

After graduating from the prestigious Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, Dr. Piccolo went on to complete a Microsurgery Fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania where he was able to train under masters of breast reconstruction.

Dr. Piccolo has been in the DMV for approximately three years. “I believe we made the right decision relocating to the area where I found an amazing home, both personally and professionally. At the National Center for Plastic Surgery, I have the privilege to work with renowned, world-class surgeons to provide the best care to our patients.”

The amount of attention and dedication to detail Dr. Piccolo pays to each patient’s case is second to none. He aims to be their biggest ally during the perioperative process. From their first visit to the end of recovery, Dr. Piccolo’s patients know they can count on him.

Virginia Cancer Specialists

ISABELLE LE, MD, MEDICAL ONCOLOGIST

I am an internist by training (as all oncologists are), and I am board certified in hematology and medical oncology with a special focus on breast oncology. My patients can be assured that when they are under my care, I will do my best for them.

1100 N. Glebe Road, Suite 1600 Arlington, VA 22205

703-894-3800

www.virginiacancerspecialists.com

With a convenient, brand-new Arlington location that opened in June, Virginia Cancer Specialists provides patients with excellent cancer care close to home. Their team of world-class medical professionals affords the absolute best in comprehensive treatment. They embrace all aspects of confronting cancer, including prevention, detection, diagnosis, treatment and research.

Dr. Isabelle Le is board certified in medical oncology and hematology, and she focuses on managing and treating breast cancer. At Virginia Cancer Specialists, she works with a multidisciplinary team that includes breast surgeons, radiation oncologists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurse navigators, genetic counselors, social workers, clinical trials/ research scientists, dietitians and more. In a field that is constantly evolving, Dr. Le works hard to remain on the cutting edge

by reading oncology journals and collaborating with other professionals in her field to learn the very latest. “I stay involved in clinical research to be able to offer patients a potentially superior novel treatment option that is not yet widely available.”

What are the keys to Dr. Le’s success? “I strive to be a good internist and keep up with the pace of change,” she says. “I assist patients with basic pain management and counsel them through end-of-life decisions. I practice good communication and actively listen to deliver complex information in a simple and understandable way.”

Work-life balance is important, too. Dr. Le actively practices mindfulness to remain grounded and recharge. When not working, she enjoys traveling with her family, trying new cuisines and gardening. Dr. Le is one of only a few medical oncologists in the D.C. metro area who speaks Vietnamese.

Sidhartha Chandela, MD, FAANS

Joshua Wind, MD, FAANS, FACS

INOVA MEDICAL GROUP

Both Dr. Chandela and Dr. Wind are routinely recognized by publications throughout the metro area (D.C., MD and VA) as Top Doctors. They have clinic locations throughout Northern Virginia, as well as multiple hospital locations.

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Wind are board-certified neurosurgeons who have provided expert neurosurgical care in the D.C. metro area for over a decade. Specializing in the latest minimally invasive techniques, they are both guided by the treatment philosophy of avoiding surgery whenever possible. They seek to treat patients as they would want their own family members treated. If you have been told you need brain or spine surgery, Dr. Chandela and Dr. Wind can offer a conservative second opinion to help guide you through the complex decisions regarding whether surgery is needed or whether a more minimally invasive procedure is an option.

Dr. Chandela is a minimally invasive neurosurgeon who performs open cranial and endovascular surgery, allowing him to offer the breadth of these options to his patients. In addition to providing general

neurosurgical care, he has a robust and comprehensive spine surgery practice. He has been a team neurosurgeon for multiple sports teams in the D.C. area, including the Washington Commanders and D.C. United.

Dr. Wind uses minimally invasive and motion preserving options for spine surgery that used to require larger incisions and recoveries. Combining newer technologies such as image guidance, robotics and microscopic procedures that spare the muscles around the spine, Dr. Wind leverages the latest technologies to get patients back to their lives faster. He also provides general neurosurgical care, including minimally invasive endoscopic pituitary tumor surgery.

Dr. Chandela and Dr. Wind are part of the Inova Medical Group, with clinic locations throughout the Northern Virginia area.

Dr. Sidhartha Chandela

Dr. Joshua

DENTISTS

Our area’s most respected dental health experts, as nominated by their peers in the dental community.

The dental professionals in this feature were selected by Professional Research Services (PRS), which conducted an online peer-review survey of certified dentists in Arlington County, Fairfax County, the City of Falls Church and the City of Alexandria. The featured dentists, identified by their peers as outstanding in their fields, were screened and selected through the verification of licensing and review of any infractions through applicable boards, agencies and rating services. For additional information, visit prscom.com. Arlington

From left: Norachai “Eddy” Phisuthikul, Prestige Dental Specialists; Megan Borak, Quincy Street Dental; Manisha Grover, Clarendon Dental Arts

ENDODONTICS

Hashim Al-Hassany

One Endodontics

313 Park Ave., Suite 305, Falls Church

Robert A. Cheron

Northern Virginia Endodontic Associates

3833 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 440, Arlington

Edward Chun

McLean Endodontics

1313 Dolley Madison Blvd., Suite 307, McLean

Grace Djeu

The Virginia Endodontic Group

14149-B Robert Paris Court, Chantilly

Joshua E. Fein

Virginia Endodontics

3025 Hamaker Court, Suite 320, Fairfax

H. Vivian Lee

Arlington Alexandria Endodontics

4660 Kenmore Ave., Suite 700, Alexandria

Fernando J. Meza

Arlington Alexandria Endodontics

4660 Kenmore Ave., Suite 700, Alexandria

Arundhati Misra-Sauparn

Specialist Care Endodontics

1964 Gallows Road, Vienna

Maryam Monfared

Drs. Colasanto & Monfared

3801 Fairfax Drive, Suite 51, Arlington

Ali Nosrat

Centreville Endodontics

13880 Braddock Road, Suite 307, Centreville

David Palmieri

Dominion Endodontics

7115 Leesburg Pike, Suite 309, Falls Church

Jessica Revand

Russo Endodontics

8987 Hersand Drive, Burke

Nathan E. Schoenly

Dominion Endodontics

7115 Leesburg Pike, Suite 309, Falls Church

Sara Shambayati

MetroEndo Metropolitan Endodontics

8294 Old Courthouse Road, Suite C, Vienna

Anna Sidor

Prestige Dental Specialists

7617 Little River Turnpike, Suite 910, Annandale

Prashant Verma

Capitol Endodontics

13880 Braddock Road, Suite 307, Centreville

Andrew Vo

Northern Virginia Endodontic Solutions

3998 Fair Ridge Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax

Stephanie Wu

McLean Endodontics

1313 Dolley Madison Blvd., Suite 307, McLean

GENERAL DENTISTRY

Harshit Aggarwal

Center for Dentofacial Aesthetics

7617 Little River Turnpike, Suite 900, Annandale

Rodney Alejandro

Rodney Alejandro, D.D.S.

9297 Old Keene Mill Road, Burke

Erika A. Anderson

Northern Virginia Smiles

5212B Lyngate Court, Burke

Eliana Anderson

RenovaSmiles

3701 S. George Mason Drive, Suite C7N, Falls Church

Navdeep Aulakh

Friendly Smiles Dental Care - Burke

9000 Fern Park Drive, Suite A2, Burke

Jhosdyn Barragan

RenovaSmiles

2719 Washington Blvd., Arlington

Steven H. Berk

Steven H. Berk, D.D.S.

7010 Evergreen Court, Annandale

Megan R. Borak

Quincy Street Dental

801 N. Quincy St., Suite 110, Arlington

Bilal Chaudhry

Arlington Smiles - William Lessne, D.D.S. & Bilal Chaudhry D.D.S.

2501 N. Glebe Road, Suite 102, Arlington

Vidya Colospate

Vidya Colospate, DMD

6845 Elm St., Suite 500, McLean

David P. Cote

The Dental Office at River House

1111 Army Navy Drive, Arlington

Joe Cusumano

Cusumano & Stuver Dentistry of Arlington

4350 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 135, Arlington

Jeena E. Devasia

McLean DDS

6707 Old Dominion Drive, Suite 240, McLean

Kristen Donohue

Sunshine Dentists

6035 Burke Centre Parkway, Suite 260, Burke

Bita Ellis

Sunshine Dentists

6035 Burke Centre Parkway, Suite 260, Burke

Fred Farahi

Smile McLean Dentistry

1401 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 301, McLean

Lynn M. Farrey

Lynn M. Farrey, D.D.S.

4625 Old Dominion Drive, Suite 202, Arlington

Philip A. Gentry

Caring Dentists

1831 Wilson Blvd., Arlington

Lauren B. Gibberman

Gibberman Dental

6303 Little River Turnpike, Suite 205, Alexandria

Paul Gibberman

Gibberman Dental

6303 Little River Turnpike, Suite 205, Alexandria

Gary Greenspan

Dental Associates of Northern Virginia

12011 Lee Jackson Memorial Highway, Suite 105, Fairfax

Mary E. Gregory

Mary E. Gregory, DDS

2501 N. Glebe Road, Suite 302, Arlington

Manisha Grover

Clarendon Dental Arts

2700 Clarendon Blvd., Suite R480, Arlington

Abby Halpern

MT Dental Partners

700 N. Fairfax St., Suite 210, Alexandria

Karen Harriman

Karen Harriman, DDS

3100 S. Manchester St., Suite T-4, Falls Church

Edward Hindman

Dental Care of Alexandria & McLean

1451 Belle Haven Road, Suite 430, Alexandria

Damien Anh Huynh

Huntington Dental

5956 Richmond Highway, Alexandria

Whitney S. Jarrell

Westfields Dental

3903 Fair Ridge Drive, Suite 214, Fairfax

Jeffrey I. Klioze

Jeffrey I. Klioze D.D.S.

9425 Braddock Road, Springfield

Sousan Kunaish

Drs. Spagna & Kunaish

6400 Arlington Blvd., Suite 744, Falls Church

Chong W. Lee

Galleria Dental Aesthetics

1600 Tysons Blvd., Suite 120, McLean

Kirsten Lee

Arlington Dental Aesthetics

4141 N. Henderson Road, Suite 16, Arlington

William Lessne

Arlington Smiles - William Lessne, D.D.S. & Bilal Chaudhry D.D.S.

2501 N. Glebe Road, Suite 102, Arlington

Melanie Love

Drs. Love & Miller

450 W. Broad St., Suite 440, Falls Church

Shaghayegh Madani

Alexandria Dental Art

1001 N. Fairfax St., Suite 100, Alexandria

Audrey Maiurano

Maiurano Family Dentistry

7841 Rolling Road, Suite C, Springfield

Pamela Marzban

Pamela Marzban, DDS

8996 Burke Lake Road, Suite 101, Burke

David Matney

Ballston Dental Care

801 N. Quincy St., Suite 230, Arlington

Mark Miller

Drs. Love & Miller

450 W. Broad St., Suite 440, Falls Church

Anthony M. Moawad

Dental Group at Reston Station

1886 Metro Center Drive, Suite 600, Reston

Kathleen Mullaney

Dr. Kathleen Mullaney DDS FAGD

700 N. Fairfax St., Suite 230, Alexandria

Serdar Ozturk

Arlington Family Dental Center

2522 Langston Blvd., Arlington

Michael J. Paesani

NOVA Dental Studio

200 Little Falls St., Suite 101, Falls Church

Jeremiah N. Partrick

Dentist Upstairs - Jeremiah N. Partrick, Jr.

3801 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 65, Arlington

Diane Pham

Capital Esthetics & Family Dentistry

133 Maple Ave. E., Suite 204, Vienna

Dean Phass

Phass Family Dentistry

4700 King St., Suite 325, Alexandria

Sophia C. Phass

Phass Family Dentistry

4700 King St., Suite 325, Alexandria

Dominick J. Pisciotta

Dominick J. Pisciotta, D.D.S.

6408 Grovedale Drive, Suite 100, Alexandria

Adam Roca

Roca Dental

3138 N. 10th St., Suite 301, Arlington

John A. Schehl

Dental Care of Alexandria & McLean

6711 Whittier Ave., Suite 201, McLean

Theresa Shannon

Phass Family Dentistry

4700 King St., Suite 325, Alexandria

Jeffrey A. Sisel

Shirlington Dental

2800A Shirlington Road, Suite 770, Arlington

Christopher Spagna

Drs. Spagna & Kunaish

6400 Arlington Blvd., Suite 744, Falls Church

Richard T. Stone

Stone Aesthetic Dentistry

203 E. Oxford Ave., Alexandria

David Stuver

Cusumano & Stuver Dentistry of Arlington

4350 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 135, Arlington

Annah Phung Tran

Fair Lakes Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

12110 Monument Drive, Suite A, Fairfax

Mark Tromblay

MT Dental Partners

700 N. Fairfax St., Suite 210, Alexandria

Pariana Tung

Signature Smiles Dentistry

6540 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church

Kristen Bowling Williams

Van Smile Design

139 Church St. NW, Suite A, Vienna

Bryan D. Wood

Huntington Dental

5956 Richmond Highway., Alexandria

Chang Yi

Fairfax Corner Dental

4210 Fairfax Corner Ave. W., Suite 225, Fairfax

Tyler Yi

Kings Park Family Dental

8942 Burke Lake Road, Springfield

Carla Zamora

RenovaSmiles

2719 Washington Blvd., Arlington

ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY

Ziad A. Ali

Elevation Center for Oral, Facial, and Implant Surgery

6845 Elm St., Suite 225, McLean

Joseph Arzadon

Northern Virginia Surgical Arts

611 S. Carlin Springs Road, Suite 308, Arlington

Christopher E. Bonacci

Christopher E. Bonacci, DDS, MD

361 Maple Ave. W., Suite 200, Vienna

Jay Bukzin

The Meyer Clinic

1050 N. Highland St., Suite 220, Arlington

Byron Capps

Fairfax Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

2800 Eisenhower Ave., Suite 230, Alexandria

H. Iwin Chu

Northern Virginia Oral Surgery Centers

4211 Fairfax Corner Ave. E., Suite 235, Fairfax

Vincent Coviello

Winchester Oral Surgery Center

1010 Amherst St., Winchester

Edward B. Delgado

Drs. Delgado & Kuzmik

3601 Eisenhower Ave., Suite 250, Alexandria

Michael A. Gentile

The Meyer Clinic

1050 N. Highland St., Suite 220, Arlington

Michael Timothy Gocke

Virginia Advanced Surgical Arts

7601 Lewinsville Road, Suite 203, McLean

Daria Hamrah

Nova Surgicare

8201 Greensboro Drive, Suite 601, McLean

Ibrahim Haron

Greater Washington Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Fairfax

4210 Fairfax Corner Ave. W., Suite 215, Fairfax

Sang Y. Kim

Sang Y. Kim DMD, MD, P.C. 6845 Elm St., Suite 305, McLean

Michael D. Kuzmik

Drs. Delgado & Kuzmik

3601 Eisenhower Ave., Suite 250, Alexandria

David Liang

Northern Virginia Surgical Arts 611 S. Carlin Springs Road, Suite 308, Arlington

Frederick Liu

Fairfax Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

10530 Rosehaven St., Suite 111, Fairfax

David M. Morgan

David M. Morgan, DDS, MD, PLC

124 S. West St., Suite 103, Alexandria

Amir Naimi

Northern Virginia Oral, Maxillofacial & Implant Surgery

2807 Duke St., Alexandria

Vincent Nguyen-Cao

Alexandria Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

4660 Kenmore Ave., Suite 204, Alexandria

Jonathan Park

Fairfax Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

10530 Rosehaven St., Suite 111, Fairfax

Dipa J. Patel

Arlington Dental Implant & Oral Surgery Center

3801 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 20, Arlington

Ryan Peters

Northern Virginia Surgical Arts

611 S. Carlin Springs Road, Suite 308, Arlington

Margaret K. Pham

Merrifield Oral Surgery

2843 Hartland Road, Suite 150, Falls Church

Cyrus Ramsey

Fairfax Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

5252 Lyngate Court, Suite 101, Burke

Steven Robertson

Fairfax Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

5252 Lyngate Court, Suite 101, Burke

Jeffrey Rothman

Alexandria Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

4660 Kenmore Ave., Suite 204, Alexandria

Kimberly Silloway

Fairfax Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

10530 Rosehaven St., Suite 111, Fairfax

Eric D. Starley

Winchester Oral Surgery Center

1010 Amherst St., Winchester

Huy C. Trinh

Northern Virginia Oral Surgery Centers

4211 Fairfax Corner Ave. E., Suite 235, Fairfax

Craig E. Vigliante

Virginia Advanced Surgical Arts

7601 Lewinsville Road, Suite 203, McLean

Pedram Yaghmai

Northern Virginia Oral, Maxillofacial & Implant Surgery

2807 Duke St., Alexandria

ORTHODONTICS

Azita Abbasi

Top Nova Orthodontics

46165 Westlake Drive, Suite 300, Sterling

Curtis L. Abigail

Abigail Orthodontics

3801 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 60, Arlington

Ammar Al-Mahdi

Elite Orthodontics

6565 Arlington Blvd., Suite 501, Falls Church

Ibrahim Y. Alhussain

Tysons West Orthodontics & Children’s Dentistry

1500 Cornerside Blvd., Suite 200, Vienna

Rana Barakat

Barakat Orthodontics & Invisalign Center

45745 Nokes Blvd., Suite 175, Sterling

Elvi Barcoma

Northern Virginia Orthodontics

2200 Clarendon Blvd., Suite R140, Arlington

Gregory D. Bath

Dr. Bath Orthodontics

2535 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna

Scott Berman

Berman & Masoud Orthodontics

311 Park Ave., Falls Church

Zach Casagrande

Northern Virginia Orthodontics

2200 Clarendon Blvd., Suite R140, Arlington

Garret Djeu

NOVA Orthodontics

10875 Main St., Suite 106, Fairfax

Sherif Elhady

Trü Orthodontics

3903 Fair Ridge Drive, Suite 215, Fairfax

Anishka Frankenberry

Stone Ridge Orthodontics

24600 Millstream Drive, Suite 101, Stone Ridge

Allen S. Garai

Garai Orthodontics

427 Maple Ave. W., Vienna

Ali Ghatri

Let’s Smile Dental

4210 Fairfax Corner Ave. W., Suite 245, Fairfax

Brad Hudson

Hudson Orthodontics

6116 Rolling Road, Suite 201, Springfield

David Hughes

David Hughes Orthodontics

8314 Traford Lane, Suite A, Springfield

Justin Hughes

Hughes Orthodontics

7906 Andrus Road, Suite 18, Alexandria

Herbert M. Hughes

Hughes Orthodontics

7906 Andrus Road, Suite 18, Alexandria

Jessica Itani

Northern Virginia Orthodontics

8043 Tysons Corner Center, McLean

Darin Iverson

Iverson & Wahab Orthodontics

5401 Langston Blvd., Suite B, Arlington

Elizabeth Matteson Jones

Merrifield Orthodontics

2843 Hartland Road, Suite 100, Falls Church

Mary Ann Karau

Karau Orthodontics

1213 Belle Haven Road, Alexandria

Christine Kim

Reston Orthodontics

1984 Isaac Newton Square W., Suite 101, Reston

Rodney Klima

Burke Family Orthodontics

5204-B Lyngate Court, Burke

Neal D. Kravitz

Kravitz Orthodontics

25055 Riding Plaza, Suite 110, Chantilly

Donald F. Larson

Larson Orthodontics

814 N. Saint Asaph St., Floor 2, Alexandria

Rebecca O. Lee

Virginia Orthodontic Partners

4600 John Marr Drive, Suite 401, Annandale

William S. Lee

Alexandria Braces

5901 Kingstowne Village Parkway, Suite 304, Alexandria

Meghan J. Lindgren

Virginia Orthodontic Partners

4600 John Marr Drive, Suite 401, Annandale

Crissy Markova

Virginia Center for Orthodontics

1600 Wilson Blvd., Suite 810, Arlington

Robert Marzban

Kingstowne Dental Specialists

5911 Kingstowne Village Parkway, Suite 150, Alexandria

Suzanne Duvalsaint Marzban

Kingstowne Dental Specialists

5911 Kingstowne Village Parkway, Suite 150, Alexandria

Deirdre J. Maull

Deirdre Maull Orthodontics

6845 Elm St., Suite 505, McLean

Kelly E. Morgan

Morgan Orthodontics

19420 Golf Vista Plaza, Suite 120, Leesburg

Swathi Reddy

All Smiles Orthodontics

9010 Lorton Station Blvd., Suite 260, Lorton

Danielle Robb Northern Virginia Orthodontics

12110 Sunset Hills Road, Suite 475, Reston

Hani Thariani

TBraces Orthodontics

2501 N. Glebe Road, Suite 300, Arlington

Stephan Tisseront

Tisseront Orthodontics

11720 Plaza America Drive, Suite 110, Reston

Kevin Toms

Burke Family Orthodontics

5204-B Lyngate Court, Burke

Courtney Ullrich

NOVA Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics

21785 Filigree Court, Suite 208, Ashburn

Kathy Vroom

Kathy Vroom DDS Orthodontics

7027 Evergreen Court, Suite 8A, Annandale

Mona Wahab

Iverson & Wahab Orthodontics

5401B Langston Blvd., Arlington

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

Amy H. Adair

Amy H. Adair, DMD, MSD

9295 Old Keene Mill Road, Burke

Reem Alhussain

Tysons West Orthodontics & Children’s Dentistry

1500 Cornerside Blvd., Suite 200, Vienna

Angela Austin

Alexandria Children’s Dentistry

6303 Little River Turnpike, Suite 160, Alexandria

Girish Banaji

Banaji Pediatric Dental Specialists

2843 Hartland Road, Suite 200, Falls Church

Jeemin Chang

Arlington Pediatric Dentistry

5500 Columbia Pike, Suite A, Arlington

Mina Dadkhah

Smileville Family Dental

6354 Walker Lane, Suite 103, Alexandria

Jeffrey P. Davis

Jeffrey P. Davis, D.D.S., P.C.

7601 Lewinsville Road, Suite 208, McLean

Jayne E. Delaney

Jayne E. Delaney, DDS and Rory N. Smith, DDS

50 S. Pickett St., Suite 120, Alexandria

Giannina Galliani

Growing Smiles of Northern Virginia

80 E. Jefferson St., Suite 400B, Falls Church

Roselyne Gichana

Falls Church Pediatric Dental Center

6400 Arlington Blvd., Suite 80, Falls Church

John Han

Pediatric Dental Care

9901 Fairfax Blvd., Fairfax

Gema Island

Island Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics

1500 Cornerside Blvd., Suite 310, Tysons Corner

Rishita Jaju

Smile Wonders

11790 Sunrise Valley Drive, Suite 105, Reston

Golnaz Jalali

McLean Pediatric Dentistry

6711 Whittier Ave., Suite 102, McLean

Neda Kalantar

Pediatric Dentistry of Reston

1984 Isaac Newton Square, Suite 200, Reston

Michelle Keaney Flanagan

Michelle Keaney Flanagan, DMD

1005 N. Glebe Road, Suite 480, Arlington

Arpi Patel Khare

Arlington Pediatric Dentistry

5500 Columbia Pike, Suite A, Arlington

Scott H. Leaf

Victoria Onesty, DDS & Scott H. Leaf, DDS

9316-C Old Keene Mill Road, Burke

Allie Lonneman

Island Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics

1500 Cornerside Blvd., Suite 310, Tysons Corner

Peter Markov

VK Pediatric Dentistry

5001 Langston Blvd., Arlington

Niloofar Mofakhami

Children’s Dentistry of Oakton

2960 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 300, Oakton

Nathalie Phaeton

Oasis Pediatric Dental Care & Orthodontics

800 W. Broad St., Suite 307, Falls Church

Christine Reardon

Christine Reardon, DMD

3565 Langston Blvd., Suite A, Arlington

Emily Rosenberg

Growing Smiles of Northern Virginia

80 E. Jefferson St., Suite 400B, Falls Church

Andrew “Jason” Shannon

McLean Pediatric Dentistry 6711 Whittier Ave., Suite 102, McLean

Rory N. Smith

Jayne E. Delaney, DDS and Rory N. Smith, DDS

50 S. Pickett St., Suite 120, Alexandria

Cris Ann Ternisky

McLean Pediatric Dentistry

6711 Whittier Ave., Suite 102, McLean

David Treff

Pediatric Dentistry of Burke 5284 Lyngate Court, Burke

Jack Weil

Jack Weil, DMD Dentistry for Children & Teens

402 Maple Ave. W., Suite B, Vienna

PERIODONTICS

Waleed Alkakhan

Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry

4660 Kenmore Ave., Suite 300, Alexandria

Francisco T. Carlos

Northern Virginia Periodontics

103 W. Broad St., Suite 601, Falls Church

Lillian Carpio

The Periodontal Implant Institute

1355 Beverly Road, Suite 210, McLean

Lourdes Ann Christopher

Falls Church Periodontics & Dental Implant

Surgery

313 Park Ave., Suite 103, Falls Church

Michael Colasanto

Drs. Colasanto & Monfared

3801 Fairfax Drive, Suite 51, Arlington

Antara Daru

Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry

4660 Kenmore Ave., Suite 300, Alexandria

Jennifer H. Diaz

Jennifer H. Diaz, DMD, MS, PC

9514 Lee Highway, Fairfax

Mehrdad Favagehi

Drs. Christopher & Favagehi

313 Park Ave., Suite 103, Falls Church

Brian Feeney

NOVA Institute

1430 Spring Hill Road, Suite 101, McLean

Vishal Gohel

Northern Virginia Periodontics

103 W. Broad St., Suite 601, Falls Church

A. Garrett Gouldin

Northern Virginia Periodontics

103 W. Broad St., Suite 601, Falls Church

Daniel Sok Woong Han

Han & Ahn DMD

6845 Elm St., Suite 450, McLean

Fadi Hasan

Sculpt Center for Implants & Periodontics

8201 Greensboro Drive, Suite 702, McLean

Christine Karapetian

Washington Periodontics

9004 Crownwood Court, Suite A, Burke

Eugene Oh

Vienna Periodontics & Implant Surgery

301 Maple Ave. W., Suite 440, Vienna

Alfonso Patron

Implant Logyca

1600 Wilson Blvd., Suite 960, Arlington

Eddy Phisuthikul

Prestige Dental Specialists

7617 Little River Turnpike, Suite 910, Annandale

Adrian Rudiak

Prestige Dental Specialists

7617 Little River Turnpike, Suite 910, Annandale

Trang N. Salzberg

Periodontics and Implant Center of

Northern Virginia

243 Church St. NW, Suite 200A, Vienna

Karl A. Smith

Karl A. Smith, DDS

2500 N. Van Dorn St., Suite 128, Alexandria

Keren Sperling

NOVAPerio Periodontology & Dental Implants

303 Maple Ave. W., Suite H, Vienna

William Wang

Northern Virginia Perio Health

4600 John Marr Drive, Suite 303, Annandale

Justin Zalewsky

Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry

4660 Kenmore Ave., Suite 300, Alexandria

PROSTHODONTICS

Brendan Bernhart

Nuvia Dental Implant Centers

4825 Mark Center Drive, Suite 320, Alexandria

Hugo Bonilla

Bonilla Dental Arts

3299 Woodburn Road, Suite 120, Annandale

Charlson Choi

Premier Smiles

8316 Arlington Blvd., Suite 218, Fairfax

Caroline Eskow

Virginia Prosthodontics

24805 Pinebrook Road, Suite 208, Chantilly

Peterson Huang

Nova Premier Dental

313 Park Ave., Suite 306, Falls Church

Juan Loza

Loza Dental Health & Wellness

737 Walker Road, Suite 6, Great Falls

Daniel A. Pinto

ClearChoice Dental Implants Tysons Corner

8219 Leesburg Pike, Suite 100, Vienna

Daniel Sullivan

Lenz Sullivan Dentistry

138 Church St. N.E., Vienna

Shervin Tabeshfar

Elevation Implant Services

6845 Elm St., Suite 225, McLean

Sebastian Viski

Bonilla Dental Arts

3299 Woodburn Road, Suite 120, Annandale

Benjamin O. Watkins

Smiles International

6845 Elm St., Suite 475, McLean

Jeffrey L. Brown, DDS, MBA

SLEEP & TMJ THERAPY

Dr. Brown is a graduate of Georgetown Dental School and an international speaker for TMD. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain, an ALF InterFace Legacy Provider and he holds memberships with many academies. His extensive knowledge in the combined fields of TMJ, sleep, osteopathy and orthodontics gives him a unique perspective.

2841 Hartland Road, Suite 301, Falls Church, VA 22043

703-821-1103 | office@sleepandtmjtherapy.com www.sleepandtmjtherapy.com/

Q: What makes your practice unique?

A: We provide specialized, expert care in craniofacial disorders and sleep-related issues. Limiting my practice to these areas allows me to concentrate on what I do best: offering alternatives to surgery and pain medication. Our “concierge” service ensures personalized attention and compassionate care. We often collaborate with diverse specialists to uncover root causes and underlying issues to deliver precise diagnoses and optimal treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs.

Q: What is your approach to care?

A: Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ/TMD) is an internal balance of the jaw joints that can create discomfort throughout the body, including popping, clicking, limited mouth opening, ringing in the ears, headaches, and even neck and back pain. We use appliance therapy to relieve pressure, correct alignment and restore balance. For sleep issues, customized dental appliances support the jaw, improve breathing, and reduce snoring, fatigue, headaches and more.

Q: What do you enjoy most about what you do?

A: Helping people get their lives back. Chronic pain can deeply impact personality and quality of life. Every day, we meet hopeless patients who have struggled for years, seen multiple doctors and are still searching for answers. Our innovative solutions transform lives, providing lasting relief and better overall well-being.

Q: What motivates you to share your expertise through global speaking engagements?

A: Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) affects patients of all ages and is not well understood. I’m passionate about educating both healthcare professionals and patients on its complexities and treatment options. This spring, I gave a presentation on the ALF appliance in Dublin, Ireland.

Lynn M. Farrey, DDS

Dr. Farrey earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from The Ohio State University. She was selected as the student dentist for all Buckeye student-athletes, earning valuable sports dentistry and dental trauma training. She received further training in advanced diagnostic, restorative and surgical techniques through the University of Florida’s Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program.

4625 Old Dominion Drive, Suite 202

Arlington, VA 22207

703-527-1724

info@lynnfarreydds.com www.lynnfarreydds.com

Q: What makes you different from other dentists?

A: I prioritize patient education and preventative care. I spend a lot of time educating patients on their oral health and treatment needs through detailed intraoral photos and digital scans, empowering them to take proactive steps. By showing patients areas of concern alongside healthy ones, I strive to motivate them to prevent issues, reducing their time in the dental chair while keeping their smiles bright and healthy.

Q: What is unique about your practice?

A: We offer the warmth and familiarity of a small-town dental office in the heart of a bustling metropolis. This practice has served the Arlington area since the 1950s. Our team doesn’t just know our patients but also their children, parents, grandparents, siblings, in-laws, friends and more! Such a

longstanding connection with the community fosters a genuine sense of neighborhood family among our team and valued patients.

Q: What’s an example of a time when you helped a patient that you’re particularly proud of?

A: After seeing my grandparents live with dementia, Alzheimer’s and memory loss, I am deeply honored when families entrust me with the care of their vulnerable family members. I spend quality time with each of them, aiming to brighten their day. While they may not remember our conversations, I hope they remember feeling cherished and well looked after. I also absolutely love transforming smiles through Invisalign, building patients’ confidence while promoting healthier teeth. Witnessing the positive impact on patients’ perception of themselves in pictures and daily interactions is incredibly rewarding.

Michael B. Rogers, DDS

FAIRLINGTON DENTAL

Dr. Rogers graduated with honors from Harvard University and received his dental degree from UCLA. Throughout his career, he’s invested significant time into continuing education, seeking to help patients smile again by keeping at the forefront of emerging dental technologies and techniques in cosmetic and implant dentistry, sleep apnea treatment, orthodontics, TMJ disorders and beyond.

4850 31st St., Suite A, Arlington, VA 22206 703-671-1001 | office@fairlingtondental.com www.fairlingtondental.com

Q: What made you decide to become a dentist?

A: I endured many health challenges as a child, including recurring illnesses and high fevers. When my permanent teeth emerged, they were brown, tetracycline-stained stumps devoid of enamel. I faced relentless teasing from other kids and, despite my best efforts, developed cavities everywhere. I remember forcing a tight-lipped smile in pictures to hide my teeth. They were so damaged that traditional braces wouldn’t adhere, so I got full metal braces that covered everything. It was transformative. I could finally smile openly for the first time in my life. I decided then to become a dentist.

Q: What makes you different from other dentists?

A: My personal oral health journey gives me a unique perspective. I understand that achieving optimal oral health can be life changing and I empathize with my patients, especially those who are embarrassed or hesitant about their smiles. I am grateful to a kind-hearted UCLA School of Dentistry professor who forever altered my path. When he noticed my hesitation to smile, he introduced me to the wonders of cosmetic bonding. The transformation wasn’t just physical, it was deeply emotional — seeing myself in the mirror with a restored smile, I understood the true power of dentistry.

During my TMJ residency, I crafted an appliance for myself that eased my back pain and revealed the profound link between oral and systemic health. For me, dentistry transcends fixing teeth. It’s about comprehensive care, holistic health and innovative treatments that go beyond traditional dentistry, restoring not only aesthetic appeal but confidence and overall well-being.

The Dental Office at River House

DAVID P. COTE, DDS, MAGD, ABGD NEENU UBEE, DDS

1111 Army Navy Drive, Arlington, VA 22202 703-521-8080 | www.riverhousedental.com

Q: What is unique about your practice?

A: Dr. Cote: We prioritize prevention. Though we offer diverse cosmetic and restorative services, our primary focus is preventive care and minimally invasive dentistry. Our very planned, conservative approach has helped more patients heal early cavities through remineralization—a natural tooth repair process—than we’ve had to drill and fill. Even when extensive work is required, my patients often tell me how much they appreciate knowing I will never overwhelm them with complex treatment plans or push unnecessary procedures.

Q: What brings you the most satisfaction in your work?

A: Dr. Ubee: I love helping my patients fully understand their treatment needs. Explaining things simply and clearly is so important. I make sure every patient feels informed and confident about their care.

Northern Virginia Orthodontics

2200 Clarendon Blvd., Suite R140 Arlington, VA 22201

703-327-1718 www.nvorthodontics.com

From left: Drs. Elvi Barcoma, Zach Casagrande, Jessica Itani and Danielle Robb

Q: What is unique about your practice?

A: Driven by the increasing demand for clear, comfortable orthodontic care, we’ve transitioned our practice into a fully digital Invisalign-focused office. Since 2019, our doctors have successfully treated the most Invisalign® patients in North America. Our team can confidently treat any smile with Invisalign®, from mild to complex malocclusions, starting with children’s smiles as young as six-years-old with Invisalign® First. With the nation’s No. 1 Invisalign® provider now in Arlington, we guarantee a superior experience from treatment to results.

Michael J. Paesani, DMD

NOVA DENTAL STUDIO

Dr. Paesani graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and completed his General Practice Residency at Veterans Affairs Medical Center in West Palm Beach. Looking to move closer to his hometown in western Maryland, he started NOVA Dental Studio in 2012, following four years of private practice in Florida.

200 Little Falls St., Suite 101 Falls Church, VA 22046

703-997-1962

www.novadentalstudio.com

Q: What is the most significant change in dentistry during your career?

A: Technology has been the catalyst for the most significant improvements in dentistry. Traditional X-rays were the standard at the start of my career, and I have witnessed the dawn of the digital era of dentistry. Now, X-rays that used to take seven minutes to develop are instantly available. Impressions, or molds, have been replaced by intra-oral scanners that create virtual models of teeth. Crowns can be designed in minutes using AI software. Improvements are so rapid it seems like a new breakthrough is always on the horizon.

Q: How do you employ new technology to help your patients?

A: Incorporating 3D printing has been a gamechanger. All implants are placed with custom, 3D-printed surgical guides, ensuring ideal positioning. The ability to virtually fine-tune the bite on nightguards before 3D printing them has

reduced fitting appointments to mere minutes.

Q: What brings you the most satisfaction in your work?

A: Multidisciplinary cases are incredibly rewarding. I enjoy collaborating with fellow dental professionals and specialists to manage complex cases. Pooling our expertise and resources guarantees optimal, comprehensive care.

Q: What's an example of a time when you helped a patient you're particularly proud of?

A: I strive to undertake at least one pro bono case annually—typically someone with severe dental issues who lacks the financial resources for premium treatment. Last year, a remarkably generous periodontist and I restored a patient's smile with a full set of implants and permanent teeth, giving him the confident smile he'd been missing for decades.

Falls Church Periodontics & Dental Implant Center

MEHRDAD FAVAGEHI, DDS, MS, CERT. PERIO, FELLOW-ACADEMY OF OSSEOINETGRATION

LOURDES ANN CHRISTOPHER, DDS, MS, CERT. PERIO

Drs. Christopher and Favagehi met while they were residents at The Ohio State University. They’ve been married for over 25 years. They’re both board-certified specialists in periodontics and dental implant surgery by the American Board of Periodontology. Patients are accepted through referrals from general dentists or by calling the office directly to schedule a consultation.

313 Park Ave., Suite 103, Falls Church, VA 22046 703-237-3700 | periodontistoffice@gmail.com www.periodontistoffice.com

Q: What is unique about your practice?

A: We are highly specialized in what we do, and despite operating one of the area’s more established periodontics and implant dentistry practices, we treat each patient with a personal touch. At Falls Church Periodontics & Dental Implant Center, we work closely with patients, tailoring solutions to their specific needs and budgets. Our practice employs the latest technologies, including lasers, 3-D scanners, 3-D X-rays and 3-D printing for computer guided surgery. Furthermore, we extend this technology to our referring dentists, fostering collaborative, comprehensive patient care. As the Editor-in-Chief for the newsletter of the world's premier dental implant organization: Academy of Osseointegration, Dr. Favagehi stays up to date about the latest in implant dentistry. Dr. Christopher is a recognized leader in periodontal plastic surgery and gingival grafting around teeth.

Q: What is one thing your patients should know about you?

A: We’re both teachers—and we believe to truly master a subject, you should teach it—which helps us explain even the most complicated treatments to our patients so they can understand and make informed decisions. Dr. Christopher has served as a clinical instructor at several universities, including the University of Maryland Dental School. Dr. Favagehi has received a teaching award from the American Academy of Periodontology for his work as a clinical instructor at VCU Dental School for more than 25 years. Both doctors are active presenters at many dental meetings in the U.S. and abroad.

Manisha Grover, DDS

CLARENDON DENTAL ARTS

Dr. Grover graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Dentistry and completed her residency with the New York Medical College at Metropolitan Hospital. With an integrative approach, she treats the mouth as the gateway to overall well-being, exploring the systemic links to disease and emphasizing the importance of total dental health.

2700 Clarendon Blvd., Suite R480 Arlington, VA 22201

703-525-5901

cdarts@clarendondentalarts.com www.clarendondentalarts.com

Q: What sets your practice apart from others?

A: Running a small, private dental practice, I prioritize exceptional customer service and seamless communication. The feedback that means the most to me is when patients express how delightful their interactions have been with our knowledgeable and organized staff. From the moment you walk in, our team sets the tone for your entire appointment, ensuring you feel comfortable and valued. We invest in the latest tools and technology, studying patients’ oral biomes to uncover a comprehensive picture that helps us craft customized treatment plans. But we don’t stop at superior dentistry. We take pride in making sure every patient feels valued, heard and genuinely cared for.

Q: What do you enjoy most about what you do?

A: I love seeing people’s “aha” moments. Patients often underestimate how much I can deduce based on oral manifestations like the shape of their teeth, their tonsils or the position of their tongue in their mouth. I’ll ask someone if they’ve been snoring, and they’ll stare at me like, “How did you know that?!” I’ll then bring up an image of their teeth to help explain, offering them a deeper understanding of their oral— and, subsequently, systemic—health. While I also enjoy the transformative journey, seeing patients gain newfound confidence in their smiles, it’s the process of connecting the dots, helping patients discover the root cause of their concerns and empowering them with knowledge and a more comprehensive insight into their overall well-being that I find most fulfilling.

Arlington Dental Aesthetics

JOSEPH OH, DDS

KIRSTEN LEE, DMD

CHRISTINE BAEK MCANDREW, DDS

The award-winning team at Arlington Dental Aesthetics—Drs. Joseph Oh, Kirsten Lee, Christine McAndrew and Jeanhee Chung—offers a full range of general, family and cosmetic dentistry, including veneers, root canals, periodontal treatment, Invisalign, dentures and implant dentistry. They practice physiologic dentistry, treating patients’ overall well-being by starting with their oral health.

4141 North Henderson Road, Suite 16 Arlington, VA 22203

703-527-1020

www.arlingtondentalaesthetics.com

Q: What made you decide to become a dentist?

A: I discovered my passion for dentistry at a young age through the inspiring work of my father, Dr. Chong Lee. Seeing him successfully diagnose and treat patients suffering from complex dental issues and pain, and greatly improving their quality of life, was eye-opening. I wanted to help people live better, healthier lives, too. I love connecting with my patients, listening attentively to their needs and concerns, and building lasting relationships rooted in trust.

Q: What brings you the most satisfaction in your work?

A: Optimizing patients’ overall health by providing dental care that transcends the traditional focus on teeth. Through my comprehensive and physiologic approach to dentistry, I create the best, customized treatment plans that are tailored to my

patients’ unique needs. By addressing underlying factors, I enhance not only their oral health but also their overall well-being. I also enjoy problem-solving and thinking outside the box to offer my patients the best dental solutions—and then seeing the positive results reflected on their faces.

Q: What is one thing patients should know about Arlington Dental Aesthetics?

A: We embrace ongoing learning, training and refining techniques to keep up with dentistry’s ever-evolving landscape of new products and technologies. With expertise in CBCT radiology and collaboration with board-certified oral radiologists, we excel in creating outstanding smiles and effectively resolving TMD issues. Our comprehensive, integrated approach prioritizes natural function, personalized care and long-term oral health to achieve lasting smiles and improved overall health for our patients.

Chong Lee, DDS and Kathleen Dillon, DDS

GALLERIA DENTAL AESTHETICS

Dr. Lee achieved mastership status and Dr. Dillon achieved fellowship status at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI). Their focus on optimal care and superb service, coupled with advanced training at LVI, ensures exceptional treatment for physiologic jaw disorders, sleep apnea and cosmetic dentistry needs.

1600 Tysons Blvd., Suite 120, McLean, VA 22102

703-448-1020 | www.leeohdds.com

Q: What makes you different from other dentists?

A: Driven by our commitment to delivering predictable results through physiologic dentistry, we offer long-term solutions that enhance the aesthetics of our patients’ smiles as well as their functional health and comfort. As leading specialists in assessing and treating temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) and sleep apnea, we recognize that these conditions can affect the foundation of all dental work. Therefore, we first focus on addressing TMJ issues before progressing to prosthodontics and esthetic solutions.

With over 30 years of experience, we have honed our skills in cosmetic dentistry, consistently achieving outstanding aesthetic results. Our dedication to continuous learning, practice and refinement ensures that our patients receive the highest quality care. Additionally, we collaborate with board-certified oral radiologists to integrate cone-beam computed tomography into our TMD treatments, providing personalized, comprehensive treatment plans.

Q: How would your patients describe you?

A: Patients often describe us as a practice that stands out for our commitment to superior customer service. We achieve this through state-of-the-art technology, cutting-edge techniques and exceptional patient care. Our passion for what we do shows in every aspect of our practice—from our Ritz Carlton-style concierge service approach to the professionalism of our staff.

Q: What is one thing you wish more people knew about cosmetic dentistry?

A: Achieving a beautiful smile is more accessible than ever. If you’re concerned about affordability, you might be surprised that enhancing your smile requires less work than you thought. Today’s cosmetic dentistry procedures are streamlined and efficient, making it easier to fit into busy schedules.

Michelle Keaney Flanagan, DMD

1005 N. Glebe Road, Suite 480, Arlington, VA 22201 703-528-2369 | connect@keaneydmd.com www.keaneydmd.com

Q: What brings you the most satisfaction in your work?

A: Seeing kids go from being scared of the dentist to returning with joy and enthusiasm. Knowing I’ve helped them overcome their fears and instilled a positive attitude toward dental care is the best feeling in the world and shows I’ve done my job well. We’ve created a fun and welcoming environment for kids, from our engaging, interactive waiting area to multimedia treatment rooms and gentle staff.

Q: What makes your practice unique?

A: As the sole owner, I have complete control over all aspects, from equipment and materials to staff selection and training. Parents can trust that every facet of their child’s dental experience is carefully managed and overseen to ensure the same compassionate, expert care we’d want for our own children.

Diane Pham, DMD

CAPITAL ESTHETICS & FAMILY DENTISTRY

133 Maple Ave. East, Suite 204 Vienna, VA 22180

703-255-0040 hello@capitalesthetics.com www.capitalesthetics.com

Q: Why choose Capital Esthetics & Family Dentistry?

A: We are committed to elevating the dental experience with a personal touch. Service is at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that each patient receives personalized attention and the utmost compassionate, comprehensive and leadingedge care. Once you step into our state-of-the-art, boutique-style office, you become part of our dental family where we treat every patient as we would our loved ones. We understand that coming to the dentist can be intimidating, so we transform the experience by creating a caring, relaxing environment; scheduling longer appointments focused on patient comfort; fostering relationships; and making dentistry comfortable for even the most fearful patients. To our team, nothing is more fulfilling than seeing patients become more self-confident through a smile they love.

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Iverson & Wahab Orthodontics

Drs. Darin Iverson and Mona Wahab are delighted to welcome Dr. Devaansh Bawa, who joined the practice full-time in January, to the Iverson & Wahab Orthodontics team. Offering leadingedge orthodontic care customized to patients’ unique smile needs, Iverson & Wahab Orthodontics is committed to creating a comfortable, stress-free, rewarding orthodontic experience for patients of all ages.

5401B Langston Blvd., Arlington, VA 22207 703-536-7846 | www.iversonortho.com

Q: What makes you different from other orthodontists?

A: Dr. Bawa: As a recent graduate of Indiana University’s orthodontics residency, I bring a dynamic blend of contemporary and traditional techniques. This allows me to craft highly versatile treatment plans tailored specifically to each patient’s needs, ensuring the best possible outcomes—particularly when presented with complex cases or unexpected challenges where quick thinking is paramount.

Q: What is unique about your practice?

A: There is no office like Iverson & Wahab Orthodontics, and I am so excited to join this team. With three experienced orthodontists bringing diverse expertise and experience, we excel in building comprehensive and personalized treatment plans. Furthermore, our longstanding team shares a deep sense of camaraderie and pride in our work, fostering a warm, fun, family-like atmosphere that I’m thrilled to be a part of.

Q: What is one thing your patients should know about you?

A: I’m a positive and fun-loving person who genuinely enjoys engaging with my patients and helping them understand their orthodontic treatment. I’m also currently undergoing aligner treatment, so as I experience firsthand what our patients go through during their journey, I can better empathize with them and fine-tune our approach to ensure comfort and satisfaction throughout the treatment process.

Q: What advice would you offer someone just starting out in your profession?

A: Keep an open mind and embrace new opportunities. Orthodontics is a dynamic field with numerous approaches to treating cases, and we’re continually discovering more effective and efficient methods. Ongoing learning not only enhances your skills but enables you to deliver the highest-quality care.

Angela Austin, DMD

ALEXANDRIA CHILDREN'S DENTISTRY AND LITTLE DENTAL STUDIO

6303 Little River Turnpike, Suite 160, Alexandria, VA 22312 703-942-8404 | www.lovekidsteeth.com

6303 Little River Turnpike, Suite 345, Alexandria, VA 22312 703-495-3565 | littledentalstudio.com

609 East Monroe Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301 703-341-4418 | www.lovekidsteeth.com

Q: What do you enjoy most about what you do?

A: There’s something special about being a mother and practicing pediatric dentistry. A person’s impression of the dentist is shaped at a very young age, and I take this responsibility seriously. I understand that treating children requires a unique approach. As a mother of three young children, I empathize deeply with the challenges and joys of parenting. I care for each child as I would my own, in a loving and nonjudgmental manner.

As a pediatric dentist, I have the unique opportunity to instill good dental habits that last a lifetime. Connecting with young patients and families, cultivating trust, and building lasting relationships to foster a positive dental experience that focuses on oral and systemic health is incredibly fulfilling.

Dipa J. Patel, DDS

ARLINGTON DENTAL IMPLANT & ORAL SURGERY CENTER

3801 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 20, Arlington, VA 22203 703-566-1908 | www.arlingtonoms.com

Q: What’s an example of a time you helped a patient you’re especially proud of?

A: I recently had a patient who I’d seen three years ago for a precancerous tongue lesion. When I found out he never followed up with the referred surgeon and canceled his rebiopsy with me due to financial concerns, I called him and offered to treat him without charge. It turned out to be cancerous. I helped him get to a specialist and have been keeping in touch. Moments like these remind me of the impact we can have on families during their most challenging times.

Q: What is one thing your patients should know about you?

A: I prioritize the human factor, even over financial success, and work tirelessly to ensure every patient receives the exceptional care and experience they deserve.

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VERNON S. DAVIS

Arlington Pediatric Dentistry

ARPI KHARE, PEDIATRIC DENTIST; JEEMIN CHANG, PEDIATRIC DENTIST; ERIN MAHONEY, ORTHODONTIST

Arlington Pediatric Dentistry is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized care to children of all ages. Offering a full range of pediatric, orthodontic and laser dental services, its friendly team strives to help patients learn and practice good oral habits and provide them with the care they need to enjoy a lifetime of healthy, confident smiles.

5500 Columbia Pike, Suite A Arlington, VA 22204

703-671-KIDS (5437) www.dentistry4allkids.com

Q: What makes your practices unique?

A: We understand that no two children’s dental care needs are the same. With a team of board-certified pediatric dentists and a board-certified orthodontist, we foster a collaborative environment, allowing us to tailor our approach to fit the needs of each individual child and family—which ensures they receive the best possible care. We believe that the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles starts at a young age, and we are passionate about creating a magical patient experience that ensures a positive start to every child’s oral health journey.

Q: What’s an example of a time when you helped a patient that you’re particularly proud of?

A: The patients who truly resonate with us are the ones who come to our office feeling nervous and anxious but end up loving the dentist. Sometimes this transformation

happens within one appointment. Other times it takes a little longer. Their appointment might include a routine cleaning, or it could involve a more complex procedure. But witnessing that journey from anxiety to confidence is what fuels our passion for what we do.

Q: How do you employ new technology to help your patients?

A: Dentistry, especially in pediatric care, is incredibly innovative and we’re deeply committed to staying at the forefront. Our electronic local anesthesia device has been a game-changer, ensuring painless procedures and no post-treatment numbness, while our LightScalpel CO2 laser speeds up soft tissue procedures with minimal bleeding and discomfort. We also use digital radiographs, which reduce radiation, handheld X-ray units for more seamless imaging, digital patient forms for efficiency and much more.

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There are many ways to be extraordinary. These students paint a multifaceted portrait of resilience and brilliance.

BY LISA LEDNICER

TJ Schultz

Yorktown High School

TJ Schultz is a party guy. He’s has had his own DJ enterprise since eighth grade, performing at local block parties, kids’ birthday celebrations and school dances.

In high school he added sound design to his repertoire and began working at concerts, weddings, bat mitzvahs, quinceañeras, holiday fetes and Washington Spirit soccer games. His company, Varsity Sound Productions, now does 50 to 70 events a year and is so successful that Schultz files taxes on his earnings.

“My theory is to play to the crowd,” says the 18-year-old. “When it comes to having a good time, everybody loves hearing the songs they want to hear.”

He’s learned to problem-solve on the fly, as entrepreneurs so often do. Once, his soundboard died right before a wedding. Another time, rain threatened to ruin his equipment. He’s dealt with inebriated guests who were irritated he wasn’t playing the song they wanted (or playing a track they hated).

There have been shining moments, too. His biggest gig to date, a law firm’s holiday party at the Waldorf Astoria in D.C., yielded the ultimate compliment from the firm’s CEO: In seven years of holiday gatherings, this was the first time everyone hit the dance floor.

Schultz’s interest in theater production began in elementary school when his parents bought him a camcorder, prompting him to make YouTube videos featuring his younger

brother and sister. During Covid, he turned his family’s Arlington basement into a film studio with a backdrop and microphones for his siblings to make gaming videos.

He more recently began staging an elaborate “Christmas Village” in that basement, complete with lights and a story he created and narrated about the Christmas spirit. Neighbors and anyone who needs cheering up are invited to come and watch the show for free.

“The message of the story is a gift in and of itself,” says Tammy Stoker, a neighbor and family friend. “It reminds people to be kind, work together and be patient with others—a lesson for all ages.”

For his next act, Schultz heads to Penn State, where he plans to major in theater with a concentration in sound design.

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Avery Park

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology

Avery Park has never been one to shy away from a challenge. When the Boy Scouts—now Scouts BSA—began admitting girls in 2019, Park signed up. She and the other girls in Troop 104 were outnumbered by the boys, and she had trouble getting them to listen to her ideas.

Her response? Lead by example. She went backpacking for 12 days in New Mexico (it rained the whole time and she got hypothermia and altitude sickness); went ice fishing in Minnesota; and learned how to tie knots and shoot a rifle. In April—with 34 merit badges, 245 hours of community service and conservation work, and experience as a wilderness guide under her belt—she became an Eagle Scout.

“It taught me to become a leader,” she says.

Now 18, Park excelled in sports and academics, too. She scored a gold medal on the National Latin Exam for five years straight, served as president of TJ’s Latin Society and was captain of the girls varsity lacrosse team, earning all-district and first team (National District) honors this year. She volunteers at Doorways, an Arlington shelter for victims of domestic and sexual violence.

“Avery’s ability to pause, listen to the voices around her, bravely respond and lead her peers with empathy is what truly sets her apart,” says Joy Myers, chief development officer at Doorways.

With a jam-packed schedule, Park says she had to learn how to balance her various commitments during high school. She learned to say no to things and stop beating herself up for dropping classes she couldn’t handle.

She heads to Bowdoin College in the fall, where she plans to double major in classics and molecular biology with a minor in cognitive neuroscience. “I don’t think I need to be a perfect person every second of every day,” she says.

“I’m proud of my accomplishments.”

Jonathan Bhojwani

Washington-Liberty High School

Before he sets foot on the University of Virginia campus this fall, Jon Bhojwani will have already earned two associate degrees—in information technology and science—from Northern Virginia Community College. He took multiple dual enrollment classes during his time at W-L.

NOVA is where he discovered his passion for biochemistry, which led him to take additional biochemistry classes last year at Marymount University, and to join a Marymount research

project, working alongside three college students extracting bacteria from soil samples in the hopes of finding a new antibiotic. They were unsuccessful, but the work cemented his desire to find cures for diseases.

A National Merit Scholar, Bhojwani was the star quarterback of W-L’s football team during his senior year, leading the Generals to post their best season in half a century. He was chosen as the Liberty District’s Offensive Player of the Year and made the alldistrict team.

He’s hoping to score a walk-on spot on UVA’s roster. “I’m not very athletic; I have a good arm,” he says humbly. It’s the team aspect of the sport he loves. “Everybody has each other’s backs.”

Bhojwani’s academic and athletic triumphs didn’t come easy. Multiple moves for his father’s career meant that he started high school at H-B Woodlawn and then transferred to West Potomac High School in Alexandria before landing at W-L halfway through his junior year. With each move, he repeated the process of introducing himself to strangers and getting used to a new school culture. An introvert by nature, he made a choice to step outside his comfort zone. “I forced myself to do things I was nervous about,” says the 18-yearold. “Making myself be with new people taught me how to reciprocate energy and have a positive conversation with someone I don’t know.”

Ruth Palmer

Bishop O’Connell High School

Ruth Palmer took up running almost by accident. After finishing eighth grade online during the pandemic, she was searching for a sport to join as a freshman at Bishop O’Connell. Running allowed her to get outside while social distancing. She joined the cross-country team and began summer practices when heat waves were setting record temperatures.

“I’m not a runner at all; it ended up being hard,” admits the Falls Church resident, who turns 18 in July. But she soon grew to love the mental challenge of pushing her body to its physical limits. “Having the mindset that you’re going to go all the way through—I try to cross the finish line with no gas left in the tank,” she says.

A longtime ballet dancer and Suzuki violinist, Palmer was also a member of O’Connell’s swim team. She sails—her family has a boat—and last year was selected for a summer leadership training program at a Christian retreat center in rural North Carolina, where she helped run a day camp for children with behavioral issues and addiction in their families, and whose parents couldn’t afford camp fees.

She recalls one camper, a first-grader, who initially lashed out when things didn’t go her way. Figuring out a strategy to calm the girl down, Palmer began taking her aside and urging her to take deep breaths and relax. Soon, the child’s behavior began improving. “She needed someone to tell her how to communicate in a healthy way,” Palmer explains. “At the end of the week, she’d tell us what her issue was. It was really impactful.”

“Ruth possesses extraordinary analytical skills, strong core values and a strong center of gravity,” says Daniel Stabile, her academic counselor at O’Connell. “Without equivocation, she is a leader and role model in all venues.”

Palmer graduated with a 4.76 GPA (the highest in her class) and will attend Wake Forest University in the fall. She plans to study engineering or chemistry and eventually get an MBA.

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Jude Walker

The Siena School

There was a time when Jude Walker couldn’t envision ever going to college. As a child, he struggled to read, guessing at words and falling behind his peers. It wasn’t until eighth grade that he was diagnosed with ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia (difficulty with writing) and dyscalculia (difficulty understanding numbers and math).

Over his objections, his parents enrolled him in The Siena School, a private school for students with learning differences. That meant a 35-minute commute to Silver Spring, Maryland, from his home in Arlington.

His freshman year at Siena was

online, which made for a rocky start, but the return to the classroom in 10th grade was a game-changer.

“I realized I was learning more and getting a better understanding of how to complete my assignments,” says Walker, now 18. “Everyone is seen; every student knows every teacher.”

He was chosen by the head of school to be a student ambassador, mentoring new students. As a senior, he was accepted to nine colleges. This fall he’ll begin classes at Fairleigh Dickinson University, where he plans to major in sports management.

“He went from being a student unsure of himself to one who really flourished,” says Warren Phenegar, a teacher at Siena. “It’s been incredible watching him blossom into a leader.”

In addition to taking honors-level

classes at Siena, Walker was a point guard and two-time captain of the varsity boys basketball team. He has twice made the Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association All-Star game as a starter, and referees youth basketball and flag football on weekends. During the summer, he works as a counselor at an Arlington camp for children with disabilities.

For his senior year independent project, Walker collected book donations for young children in Rwanda through the nonprofit Afrikan Baby Book Project.

The boy who once struggled to read ended up giving others the gift of literacy. The significance of the journey isn’t lost on him. “They all had a smile on their faces and appreciated the books,” he says. “It was great.”

Jackson Danzig

Yorktown High School

Teen drug overdoses have turned deadly, and Jackson Danzig believes local schools haven’t done enough to address the crisis. As a junior, he cofounded S.H.A.R.E. (Students Having Access to Resources and Education), a group that arranged Narcan training for every Yorktown sports team. Now, more than 400 of his classmates know how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and administer the overdose reversal drug Naloxone.

“It’s not a subject people want to talk about,” says the 18-year-old, who has seen family friends struggling with addiction. “But it’s a subject that needs to be talked about.”

A lacrosse player since seventh grade, Danzig was a Yorktown midfielder, winning all-district honors in 2023. In June of that year, after helping organize a fundraiser for Lacrosse the Nations, a D.C.-based nonprofit that introduces the sport to kids worldwide, he and his teammates spent a week in Tenjo, Colombia, running after-school lacrosse clinics for youth in that village. “It was eye-opening,” he says. “Seeing them learn a new game was heartwarming and rewarding.”

Danzig has found plenty of success off the field, too. As a sophomore, he landed a computer programming internship with Inspirit AI, a mentorship program for students interested in artificial intelligence, where he developed an algorithm that predicts stock prices and researched neural language processors.

A member of Yorktown’s debate team, he graduated with a 4.4 GPA and was a finalist for a full-ride scholarship to UVA. But his dream has always been to go to college in California. As the oldest of three boys raised by a single mom, he has an interest in economics, and chose the University of California at Berkeley for its top-ranked econ program.

Gabrielle Gilbert

Wakefield High School

Gabrielle Gilbert didn’t just learn marketing from the ground up. She seems to get it intuitively. During the pandemic, her mom, who owns a small engineering firm, needed help with a fundraising campaign her company was sponsoring. Gilbert stepped in and created a website. Word soon spread among her mother’s friends, and the enterprising teen ended up doing marketing, branding and website develop-

ment for 26 small businesses as part of that campaign. “I found what I love to do by accident,” she says. “A lot of people needed help. I was good at it and kept doing it.”

Since then, she has branched out beyond Arlington. As a 16-year-old intern with Boys Town Washington DC, she ran the group’s Instagram account, revived its LinkedIn presence and helped promote its programs to young donors. She developed marketing materials for a tae kwon do camp and was vice president of Wakefield High School’s chapter of DECA, an organization that prepares students for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management.

Gilbert, now 18, also served as vice president of Wakefield’s Black Student Union and was a varsity cheerleader. She volunteers at the Arlington Food Assistance Center, and two years ago joined her mom on a trip to Tanzania, where they helped lead STEM activities for girls in a local school.

As principal of her own marketing firm, MOGA (a play on the word mogul), which she launched last summer, she creates business collateral, logos and social media posts for clients, and handles all her own invoicing. She plans to keep the business going when she heads to Hampton University, which she chose—unsurprisingly—for its five-year bachelor’s/MBA program.

Aisling O’Keefe

H-B Woodlawn Secondary Program

At 18, Aisling O’Keefe has more theater and film experience than most people her age. As a high-schooler, she directed three plays, was the assistant director on two others, produced two performances and acted in 11 shows as part of H-B Woodlawn’s student-directed theater program. She also took film classes through a workshop at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, where she now plans to study TV and film production in the fall.

“I love observing life, observing the

small moments and turning them into something bigger,” she says. “Showing people’s differences and incorporating that into stories.”

O’Keefe initially focused on acting, but later turned to directing and producing. Last year she wrote and directed a play called ORANGE about five teens who sneak into their high school at night to have a sleepover. When an unknown disaster occurs outside the school, the dialogue turns to sibling, friend and romantic relationships as the characters wonder about their future.

In the spring of her senior year, she directed Girlhood , written by D.C.based playwright Dani Stoller, which focuses on a group of teenage girls

who hang out underneath an abandoned overpass.

In 2023, a playwriting contest issued by D.C.’s Mosaic Theater Company challenged entrants to answer to the prompt What does justice mean to you?

O’Keefe wrote Stop and Think, Please about a sister and brother who encounter a homeless man sitting outside their apartment. After the sister gets into an argument with the man, she and her brother eventually talk to him, learning about his life and about one another. The play won third place.

O’Keefe was born with achondroplasia and is 4 feet 3 inches tall. She says her condition rarely hinders her. Her ultimate goal is to run her own film production company.

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Joseph Sparks

Arlington Tech

Joseph Sparks is a modern Renaissance man. As a student at Arlington Tech, he earned an associate degree in computer science through a dual-enrollment program at Northern Virginia Community College. He’s a junior assistant Scoutmaster, has sung baritone in productions at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center as part of the National Children’s Chorus, ran track for Wakefield High School, and in 2022 spent seven weeks learning Chinese in Taiwan. Last summer he studied astrophysics in a five-week program at the University of North Carolina.

His ultimate goal, he’ll tell you, is to contribute to a discovery that improves human understanding. His favorite scientist is the 16th-century astronomer Galileo, who discovered the moons of Jupiter through his use of a telescope. “He combined engineering and science to improve access for regular people,” says the 17-year-old. “Astronomy grew as a field. Now hundreds of kids in America have telescopes in their backyard.”

Sparks was raised in Arlington by a single mom from Colombia. She enrolled him in programs that offered exposure to positive male role models, including Big Brothers/Big Sisters. His “big brother,” who attended his high school graduation, left a big impression on him.

“His willingness to be there, even though we weren’t related by blood, just because of his sense of goodwill, was really impactful,” Sparks says. “I definitely want to give back any way I can.”

As an informal leader at Arlington Tech, Sparks met daily with fellow Hispanic and Black male students to swap tips on applying to college, setting career goals and achieving personal growth. They held each other accountable and boosted each other up. “There aren’t a lot of Latino students in the classes I take, so it can be difficult to fit in,” he explains.

He now heads to Princeton on a four-year, full-ride QuestBridge scholarship and is considering majoring in astrophysics.

Olivia Bartrum

Wakefield High School

Olivia Bartrum’s interest in science began in childhood when she underwent treatment for kidney cancer. Now in remission, she devotes much of her free time to medical research at Children’s National Medical Center, where she is a student intern, and the National Institutes of Health. “I’ve had friends pass away; I had a friend who relapsed five times,” says the 18-year-old. “It’s a horrible disease. I don’t want other kids to suffer like I and my friends suffered.”

Bartrum is already working toward

that goal. As a junior, she won a thirdplace award at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair for her project examining different ways that bodies can absorb medication. This year, she earned a secondplace nod for her investigation of immunotherapy treatments for cancer and viral disease.

For her AP Seminar class at Wakefield, she researched HIV transmission through blood and cornea donations, as well as the effectiveness of psychosocial intervention in mitigating PTSD in cancer survivors—something she struggles with personally. At Children’s National, she is working on a cancer immunotherapy project funded through a $25 million NIH grant.

Outside the lab, Bartrum has lob-

bied Congress for more funding for cancer research, and last year helped raise $250,000 for the American Cancer Society. At Wakefield, she played alto sax in the marching, jazz and symphonic bands; captained the girls tennis team; was a student liaison to the Arlington School Board; and served as president of the science, math, French and National Honor societies. She plans to double major in biomedical engineering and chemical engineering or applied math at MIT.

“Many people [say] ‘I want to cure cancer’ to express their dreams of doing something significant,” says Dan Harris, Bartrum’s AP Physics teacher at Wakefield. “When Olivia says this, she literally means she wants to find a cure. I think she just might do it.”

William “Alex”

Abraham

McLean High School

For as long as he can remember, Alex Abraham has loved math and science—math especially. “I’m a very logical person,” says the McLean teen. “Being able to see the steps you take to get an answer makes more sense to me than having multiple answers and all are equally good.”

As a freshman at McLean High School, Abraham started a math tutoring business. By senior year, he was a teaching assistant for his AP Calculus teacher and was taking dual-enrollment classes in linear algebra and multivariable calculus at George Mason University. He was invited to attend two weeklong summer programs at the NASA Wallops Island Research Facility and the NASA Langley Research Facility. His math and science teachers nominated him for the Rensselaer Medal, which awards scholarships to outstanding high school math and science students. He won.

Outside the classroom, Abraham’s passion is gymnastics. As a kid, he loved hockey and wanted to be a goalie, but was told he needed to be more flexible. He tried gymnastics and got so hooked on the sport that he traded ice for aerials. Now he trains 15 hours a week with the Dynamic Gymnastics club team. His competition scores for the pommel horse, rings, vault, high bar, parallel bars and floor exercises have qualified him to attend USA Gymnastics’ Eastern National Championships three times. Ten years of acrobatics have left him with wrist, ankle and back problems, but he has no regrets.

“You kind of feel like you’re defying gravity doing all these flips and twists,” says the 17-year-old. “It takes a long time to get the skills, and even longer to perfect them.”

Abraham’s work ethic extends to his volunteer activities, too. He has run three coat drives for the pediatric unit at VHC Health, collecting more than 500 coats in three years and winning an award from the McLean Citizens Association.

This fall, he’ll attend Georgia Tech, majoring in material science and engineering.

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Marion Beasley

Yorktown High School

For much of her life, Marion Beasley felt isolated. As the daughter of an active-duty Marine, she moved around a lot in elementary and middle school. She started freshman year at Yorktown during the pandemic, which made it harder to make friends. And though she is a member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, she has never lived among large concentrations of Native Americans who share that identity.

In middle school, she remembers being shocked when one of her peers asked, “Are all Native Americans extinct?” The classmate had no idea that the Lumbee are the largest tribe east of the Mississippi and one of the largest in the country. “I’ve always felt underrepresented,” says Beasley, now 18. “For centuries, so many Native Americans were persecuted and weren’t able to share their heritage with the world.”

That’s partly what strengthened her resolve to raise awareness of Native American cultures and customs. As a sophomore, she worked with four other Indigenous students to craft a statement acknowledging that Yorktown’s building stands on the ancestral homelands of the Piscataway tribe. She established a Native American Student Union, organizing fundraisers in support of nonprofits such as People, Not Mascots, which urges majority-White high schools to remove racist Native American mascots.

Her long-term goal is to become a lawyer and fight for federal recognition for her tribe. “For me, it’s recognizing the people who were here before us,” she says.

Drawing upon her heritage in her AP Biology class, Beasley spent a year studying how oysters in North Carolina’s Lumbee River filter out water pollutants. She won a grant from the American Indian Engineering and Science Society to continue her research and was assigned a mentor from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

She also captained Yorktown’s Swim and Dive team and participated in the Virginia Model General Assembly, where she was elected speaker of the House.

This fall, Beasley will attend Dartmouth— one of only a few colleges, she notes, with a major in Native American and Indigenous cultures. ■

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Oakville

451 Swann Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301 OakvilleAlexandria.com

BIO

Stonebridge is a real estate development and investment firm focused on creating exceptional places in the Greater Washington area. Stonebridge’s portfolio of successful mixed-use projects reflects a vision for dynamic living, working and shopping environments, as well as a commitment to sustainable planning and design, including proximity to mass transportation.

OUR WORK

Find room for your whole life at Oakville. This brand-new community is perfectly positioned in Alexandria between Potomac Yard, National Landing and Del Ray. It features unmatched residences, vibrant community spaces and convenient on-site retail including Founding Farmers Alexandria.

With ample private outdoor space, including two activated courtyards and a picturesque pool, plus direct, on-site access to nearly seven acres of newly renovated green space at Mount Jefferson Park, Oakville blends the convenience of city life with the promise of outdoor fun. Outdoor kitchens and grilling areas, inviting fire lounges and club rooms create the ultimate setting for gathering. And for those balancing work and leisure, the flexible coworking space provides a seamless blend of productivity and tranquility. With one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes in three finish packages, find yourself at home at Oakville.

Broad & Washington

111 E. Broad St., Falls Church, VA 22046 BroadandWashingtonApt.com

BIO

Insight Property Group has planned, delivered and acquired over 4,500 residential units and 200,000 square feet of commercial and retail space, with investments totaling over $1.6B. Their portfolio of activities focuses on ground-up multifamily and mixed-use development, as well as the acquisition of existing multifamily assets.

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Discover Broad & Washington, a new apartment community now leasing in Falls Church. Immerse yourself in carefully crafted apartment homes outfitted with stainless steel appliances, modern fixtures and private outdoor spaces. Productivity abounds with built-in desks in select homes and in our shared coworking spaces. From the tranquil courtyards and outdoor pool to the vibrant community lounge, thoughtfully designed amenity spaces will round out your living experience.

In the heart of the City of Falls Church, moments from downtown employment, retail, dining and the historic State Theatre, our community offers opportunities for excitement at every turn. Featuring an expansive Whole Foods Market, vivacious theater experiences at Creative Cauldron and approximately 6,500 square feet of additional retail, Broad & Washington offers you all the comforts of home—and then some.

The Mather

7929 Westpark Drive, Tysons, VA 22102

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BIO

The Mather is a wellness destination for people who are 62 and better that brings together a transformative wellness philosophy, intentional design incorporating biophilic elements and sustainability, and a rich celebration of global cultures, cuisine, artwork and experiences.

PROJECT

The Mather, a forward-thinking Life Plan Community, is now open in Tysons, VA. It’s smack dab in the middle of it all, bordering a three-acre urban park and within walking distance of rail service, retail and restaurants. The Mather’s apartment homes range from 807 to 3,362 square feet and feature expansive views, luxury finishes and innovative smart-home technology. Entrance fees start at $78,188. The Mather features 38,000+ square feet of amenities, including multiple restaurants, spa, fitness center, indoor pool, rooftop clubroom, art studio, outdoor yoga patio and more! But the true luxury lies in the peace of mind offered by living in an extraordinary Life Plan Community where people can pursue new passions and priorities, with a plan in place that supports aging well. The good life starts with a great address—one that defies expectations of what senior living is supposed to be.

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Falls Church, VA 22043

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Sales by Hoffman Realty

BIO

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The Oak is a new condominium coming to the heart of West Falls this fall. Discover elevated residences and welcoming spaces inspired by nature and modern design. Thoughtfully designed one-, two- and three-bedroom residences provide open layouts and an array of floorplans to suit your lifestyle. Featuring contemporary style with warm and sophisticated finishes complemented by natural elements, The Oak provides the perfect spaces for modern living. Amenities enhance the energy of a community inspired by its natural surroundings. The residents’ lounge is perfect for relaxing and socializing, while the fitness center overlooks the terrace providing light-filled spaces to elevate your wellness. Reside within the dynamic West Falls neighborhood where energy and connection fill every space. Expansive green spaces, lively shopping and dining destinations, and cultural and community events create opportunities to share meaningful experiences.

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Backyard Bliss

This lush landscape design is a beautiful solution that tricks the eye.

THE LAND FOR Dan and Blair Rasmussen’s new home in Country Club Hills presented an initial problem in the form of a 25-foot slope. To solve that issue, the builder carved out a flat lot and installed a retaining wall toward the rear of the property. But the grading solution created another challenge: an unsightly 15-foot-high wall that dominated the backyard.

Scott Brinitzer’s eponymous Arlington landscape design firm came highly recommended, so in 2017, Blair “gave him free rein” to create an inviting and private backyard gathering space. Looking out from inside their home, the owners also wanted to enjoy the view.

The wall had to be “rendered invisible,” Brinitzer says, describing his series of solutions as “a visual trick—simple ways to give scale,” that both steer the eye away from the wall and counteract its height with architectural and botanical distractions.

Arborvitae plantings capture the viewer’s attention, as do sweet gum cultivars that stay elegantly slim. Crape myrtles in elevated planters further counterbalance the wall’s verticality and provide year-round interest with their graceful shape and smooth bark.

The steel pergola, designed by Brinitzer, gives the terrace area a visual “roof” and inspires the desire to sit under it. That helps to “create a space that feels cozy,” he says. A climbing clematis and large planters provide appealing seasonal flora without being too busy.

Blair pitched the idea for the two hanging chairs, which “add a whimsical flair,” she says, and appealed to the couple’s two kids. A dry well beneath the swinging chairs allows accumulated water to be absorbed slowly so the property won’t have runoff issues.

Flagstone with decorative limestone bands adds interest to the pathways throughout. During the pandemic, the Rasmussens added a fire feature.

They now enjoy this flexible space for both family time and entertaining. Blair describes it as “a little oasis back there.” ■

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Scott Brinitzer Design Associates, brinitzer.com

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22201 (Arlington)

3215 First St. N.

List Price: $3 million

Sale Price: $2.75 million

Days on Market: 18

Listing Office: Compass

Neighborhood: Lyon Park

Year Built: 2016

Bedrooms: 6

Full/Half Baths: 4/2

22202 (Arlington)

762 26th Place S.

List Price: $2.3 million

Sale Price: $2.3 million

Days on Market: 4

Listing Office: William G. Buck & Associates

Neighborhood: Aurora Hills

Year Built: 1951

Bedrooms: 5

Full/Half Baths: 4/2

22203 (Arlington)

697 N. Emerson St.

List Price: $1.88 million

Sale Price: $1.88 million

Days on Market: 0

Listing Office: Nonsubscribing office

Neighborhood: Bon Air

Year Built: 2024

Bedrooms: 5

Full/Half Baths: 4/1

22204 (Arlington)

4029 Ninth Street S.

List Price: $1.77 million

Sale Price: $1.75 million

Days on Market: 88

Listing Office: Arlington Premier Realty

Neighborhood: Alcova Heights

Year Built: 2023

Bedrooms: 5

Full/Half Baths: 4/1

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1150 N. Ivanhoe St.

List Price: $2.28 million

Sale Price: $2.27 million

Days on Market: 32

Listing Office: D.S.A. Properties & Investments

Neighborhood: Lacey Forest

Year Built: 2023

Bedrooms: 6

Full/Half Baths: 5/0

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2616 S. Kenmore Court

List Price: $950,000

Sale Price: $945,000

Days on Market: 0

Listing Office: Nonsubscribing office

Neighborhood: Shirlington Crest

Year Built: 2008

Bedrooms: 1

Full/Half Baths: 1/0

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4625 41st St. N.

List Price: $2.63 million

Sale Price: $2.78 million

Days on Market: 6

Listing Office: Washington Fine Properties

Neighborhood: Golf Club Manor

Year Built: 2017

Bedrooms: 6

Full/Half Baths: 6/1

22209 (Arlington)

1881 N. Nash St., #1911

List Price: $2.7 million

Sale Price: $2.65 million

Days on Market: 41

Listing Office: TTR Sotheby’s International

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Neighborhood: Turnberry Tower

Year Built: 2009

Bedrooms: 2

Full/Half Baths: 3/1

22213 (Arlington)

2002 N. Westmoreland St.

List Price: $1.1 million

Sale Price: $1.18 million

Days on Market: 5

Listing Office: McEnearney Associates

Neighborhood: 18 West

Year Built: 2005

Bedrooms: 3

Full/Half Baths: 2/1

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7012 Holyrood Drive

List Price: $5.5 million

Sale Price: $9.12 million

Days on Market: 391

Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty

Neighborhood: Countryside

Year Built: 2023

Bedrooms: 7

Full/Half Baths: 7/2

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8423 Brook Road

List Price: $5.1 million

Sale Price: $5 million

Days on Market: 60

Listing Office: KW Metro Center

Neighborhood: Woodhaven

Year Built: 2024

Bedrooms: 6

Full/Half Baths: 6/2

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3709 Whispering Lane

List Price: $1.45 million

Sale Price: $1.45 million

Days on Market: 6

Listing Office: RE/MAX Distinctive Real Estate

Neighborhood: Lake Barcroft

Year Built: 1955

Bedrooms: 5

Full/Half Baths: 4/0

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701 Berry St.

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Sale Price: $2.03 million

Days on Market: 16

Listing Office: Urban Living Real Estate

Neighborhood: Buffalo Park

Year Built: 2024

Bedrooms: 5

Full/Half Baths: 4/1

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2209 Grayson Place

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Days on Market: 6

Listing Office: RE/MAX Allegiance

Neighborhood: Westhampton

Year Built: 2023

Bedrooms: 7

Full/Half Baths: 6/1

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6580 Brooks Place

List Price: $1.64 million

Sale Price: $1.78 million

Days on Market: 238

Listing Office: Smith & Schnider

Neighborhood: None listed

Year Built: 2022

Bedrooms: 4

Full/Half Baths: 4/1

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310 N. Van Buren St.

List Price: $2.4 million

Sale Price: $2.4 million

Days on Market: 0

Listing Office: Nonsubscribing office

Neighborhood: Broadmont

Year Built: 1970

Bedrooms: 6

Full/Half Baths: 4/1

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Black sesame and coconut sticky rice with milk candy sorbet and mango. Opposite: Chefs Seng Luangrath (left) and Nyi Nyi Myint.

Lao Proud AND

Chef Seng Luangrath takes her Lao food movement to soaring heights at Padaek Arlington

Ridge.

BY DAVID HAGEDORN | PHOTOS BY DEB LINDSEY

I’m in heaven slurping chef Seng Luangrath’s longevity noodles in garlic-butter sauce, twirled up on my fork with bits of Chinese celery, shiitake mushrooms, cured egg yolk and lump crabmeat. Sweet, rich, peppery and slightly funky from padaek—the heady Lao fish sauce after which her restaurant is named—the dish is both balanced and an escapade of luxuriance.

“I based it on this buttery crab noodle dish I had at Crustacean [restaurant] in Beverly Hills and Chinese mee sua noodles, which a Chinese immigrant brought to Bangkok, according to my research,” the chef explains. “I made it Lao with padaek. That’s the foundation of Lao cooking and where most of its umami comes from.”

Over the years, Luangrath, 55, has become the leader of a veritable Lao food movement in the greater D.C. area. Born in Vientiane, Laos, she fled that country’s political turmoil in 1981 with her mother, two brothers and uncle, winding up in a Thai refugee camp for two years before an American family sponsored their immigration to Berkeley, California.

Luangrath’s marriage to Boun Khammanivanh brought her to Springfield, Virginia, in 1989. Having learned cook-

ing from her grandmother and from people of multiple backgrounds at the refugee camp, she started catering for Northern Virginia’s Lao community. In 2010, she took over Bangkok Golden Thai restaurant in Falls Church, adding Lao dishes to the menu and later changing its name to Padaek.

After debuting her acclaimed Thip Khao in D.C.’s Columbia Heights neighborhood in 2014, she introduced a small plates and cocktail joint, Hanumanh, that recently reopened as a Southeast Asian eatery called Baan Mae (which translates as “Mom’s house” in Lao). Thip Kao is the first Lao restaurant to garner a Michelin Bib Gourmand designation. Luangrath has twice been nominated for a James Beard award.

At Padaek’s Arlington Ridge outpost, which opened in March 2023 in the former Delia's space, the chef has expanded the concept to include other Southeast Asian cuisines, including Vietnamese and Burmese. The 3,500-square-foot restaurant seats 100 inside (including a 21seat bar), with an open kitchen that puts the culinary team’s skills on display. An outdoor patio seats another 50.

Designed by D.C.-based Natalie Park Design Studio, the interiors are accented with rattan pendants, patterned tile work, woven cane partitions and colorful paintings by Richmond artist Gianna Marie Boccuzzi Salvi.

“I love supporting local artists,” says Luangrath. “The art reflects my vision. Palm trees, elephants, banana leaves, tropical plants and birds represent where I grew up and memories from the refugee camp.”

Dinner at Padaek is off to a good start with cocktails, which are cleverly balanced and not overly sweet. The Lychee Spritz (Aperol, St-Germain liqueur, lychee and sparkling wine) is a perfectly refreshing warm-weather quaff. The Mango-tini (mango juice, lime juice, vodka, peach schnapps) is bright and bracing.

Working alongside Burmese chef de cuisine Nyi Nyi Myint, Luangrath turns out some of the finest Southeast Asian food in the DMV. The presentations are visually stunning and the cooking fires on all cylinders: spicy, herbal, funky and sour. The kanoom jeeb—plump chicken and shrimp dumplings sprin-

kled with fried garlic and served with a peppery soy dipping sauce—are so flavorful that others I’ve had elsewhere seem drab by comparison.

Luangrath is known for the superiority of her laab, and the duck version at Padaek, adorned with watermelon radish and cucumber, is a knockout. For this dish, the chef dresses roasted duck meat and skin with fish sauce, toasted rice powder, chilies, lime juice, lemongrass, galangal and tons of chopped mint and cilantro to create a sensory explosion. (She used to add duck livers, but Americans disliked it, so she stopped.)

Also magnificent is siin savanh— strips of beef marinated in ginger, gar-

Longevity noodles with crab

Grilled spring chicken

Duck laab

lic, lemongrass, sesame seeds and fish sauce, which are deep-fried into tender, caramelized jerky and served with hot sauce. Resisting the temptation to polish off an entire order is futile.

For the dressing base of her invigorating green papaya salad, Luangrath brews unfiltered fermented fish sauce overnight with shrimp paste, fermented crab paste and palm sugar and lets it sit out for a day before filtering it.

“My team hates it because it’s so stinky,” she says, chuckling. “We have to leave the fan on overnight. It’s a real process.” Diners benefit from its umami dividends.

Stews are also a good bet at Padaek. Aom, an herbal stew whose base ingredients include chilies, lemongrass, galangal, lime leaves and glutinous rice, is loaded with green eggplant, wood ear mushrooms and dill. The flavors are reminiscent of Thai red curry, but without coconut milk. Customers can add the protein of their choosing—chicken, pork, tofu or beef brisket.

Chef Myint’s hearty, gingery gaeng hang lay, a Northern Thai and Burmese pork belly stew, also gets a thumbs-up.

Offerings unique to the Arlington Ridge location are found on the menu under Chef’s Recommendations and Daily Specials. There you’ll find delicate strips of batter-fried Chesapeake catfish atop sweet-and-sour tamarind sauce, and a whole poussin (spring chicken) marinated in lemongrass, ginger, fish sauce and oyster sauce and grilled to moist succulence. The latter comes with coconut sticky rice, but that didn’t stop me from also ordering the divine fried rice packed with lump crabmeat.

I’ve experienced some misfires at Padaek, but they were minor. The deepfried softshell crabs offered as a special one night weren’t cleaned properly and were laden with a too-sweet mango dressing.

Padaek serves only one dessert and it’s a stunner: warm black sesame and coconut sticky rice topped with a gelato that Dolcezza created exclusively for Luangrath in a flavor reminiscent of her favorite Thai chewy milk candy. Surrounded by fresh mango and topped with crunchy fried mung beans, this sumptuous coda is a fitting sendoff after a superlative meal. ■

WHAT TO DRINK

In addition to a full bar, Padaek offers seven signature cocktails ($15), among them the Vientiane Mule (coconut vodka, lemongrass syrup, ginger beer) and the Boun Lost in Oaxaca (tequila, mezcal, triple sec, tamarind and lime juice).

Eight wines (one sparkling, one rosé, three white and three red) are available by the glass ($13 to $15) and bottle ($45 to $59).

The beer options include four on draft ($10) and two bottled ($7), one Lao and one Thai.

PADAEK ARLINGTON RIDGE

2931 S. Glebe Road, Arlington 703-888-2890 padaekdc.com

HOURS

Lunch: noon to 3 p.m. daily

Dinner: 4 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 4 to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday

PARKING

Ample parking lot spaces

PRICES

Appetizers: $7 to $19

Noodles, rice and curries: $17 to $20

Entrées: $19 to $27

Dessert: $13

The patio at Padaek Arlington Ridge

A lychee-tini

Hagedorn

Moore Is More!

When local hospitality firm Mothersauce Partners took over the 30,000-square-foot Assembly food hall space in Rosslyn, founder Nick Freshman knew better than to repeat his predecessor’s mistakes. “None of their outlets were local,” he observes. “How does a place called Great Lake Diner relate to the DMV?” The new Upside on Moore food hall (upsideonmoore. com) opened in March with six D.C.-area vendors, plus three concepts (a bar, coffee counter and bistro) that are Mothersauce originals. Not sure what to try first? Here are seven offerings that tantalized my taste buds.

GENERAL TSO’S CHICKEN AT LUCKY DANGER

Chef Tim Ma brings a second iteration of his popular ChineseAmerican takeout (the original is in Westpost) to Rosslyn. His tasty version of General Tso’s chicken tosses chunks of batter-fried thigh meat with toasted chilies, broccoli and a vinegary sweet-and-sour sauce with hints of orange. ($12)

LOCO MOCO AT KAM & 46

Co-owners Elaine Benisano and Vanessa Maneja grew up with Filipino immigrant parents and grandparents. The duo opened a food truck in 2021 to bring that heritage to the DMV, naming it Kam after Benisano’s Hawaiian home (on Kamehameha IV Road in Kalihi, Hawaii) and 46, the street number of Maneja’s childhood residence in Dale City, California. Their out-of-this-world take on the Hawaiian staple loco moco finds pulled slow-braised beef drenched in beef dipping gravy and topped with a sunny-side up egg, grilled onions and pickled veggies. It’s served with steamed rice and furikake-laced macaroni salad. ($19.50)

LILI’S

Mothersauce culinary director and partner Adam Stein is the talent behind the menu at this American bistro. His classic Cobb salad hits the mark with rows of sliced avocado, chopped scallions, bacon crumbles, crispy fried chicken strips, shredded cheddar cheese and cherry tomatoes sitting atop mixed greens enrobed with blue cheese dressing. ($17)

PIZZERIA

Co-owners Antonio Matarazzo (an Arlington resident) and chef Matteo Venini make terrific pizza (their free-form Margherita is divine), but Stellina’s fried artichokes are also irresistible. Exquisitely trimmed, halved, dredged in flour and deep-fried to crispy perfection, they are accompanied by a lemony smoked mayonnaise for dipping. ($13)

UBE COLADA AT ELLI’S ISLAND

Open Wednesday through Friday on Upside’s outdoor terrace, Elli’s Island is a pop-up tiki bar that brings the fun in drinks such as the Ube Colada, a tropical purple pleasure made with coconut rum, pineapple rum, coconut cream, pineapple, ube and an orchid. ($16)

OAXACAN SPRING AT THE BAR AT UPSIDE ON MOORE

Elli Benchimol, owner of Apéro, a Champagne and caviar bar in Georgetown, created the cocktail program for Upside’s bar. I fancy the refreshing, well-balanced Oaxacan Spring, made with mezcal, Barolo Chinato, tart strawberry shrub, lemon juice and Aperol. ($14)

THE ARLINGTON RIPPER AT GHOSTBURGER

Sure, the burgers from D.C.based Ghostburger are topnotch, but I am partial to the Arlington Ripper—a baconwrapped beef hot dog served in a buttery toasted bun with pimento cheese, pickled red cabbage, pickled jalapeños and cilantro sprigs. ($12)

CARCIOFO ALLA ROMANA AT STELLINA

FRIED CHICKEN COBB SALAD AT

places to EAT

ARLINGTON

2910 Kitchen & Bar

2910 Columbia Pike, instagram.com/2910rest aurant. Save your appetite for prime rib, scallop risotto and duck confit with house-made potato gnocchi. R D $$$

A Modo Mio Pizzeria

5555 Langston Blvd., 703-532-0990, amodomio pizza.com. Dig into authentic Neapolitan pies, house-made gnocchi, lasagna, spaghetti del mare and cannoli. o L D V $$

Aladdin Sweets & Tandoor

5169 Langston Blvd., 703-533-0077. Chef Shiuli Rashid and her husband, Harun, prepare family recipes from their native Bangladesh. L D $$

Ambar Clarendon

2901 Wilson Blvd., 703-875-9663, ambarrestau rant.com. Feast on Balkan fare such as stuffed cabbage, mushroom pilav and rotisserie meats. O R L D G V $$

Arlington Kabob

5046 Langston Blvd., 703-531-1498, arlingtonka bobva.com. Authentic Afghan fare includes kebabs, shawarma and lamb shank with rice. L D $$

Astro Beer Hall

4001 Campbell Ave., 703-664-0744, astrobeer hall.com. The space-themed saloon and coffee shop promises a fun time with made-to-order

doughnuts, fried chicken, burgers and old-school arcade games. o B R L D A $$

B Live

2854 Wilson Blvd., 571-312-7094, bliveva.com. Go for beach-inspired eats, a bloody mary bar and live music five nights a week. o R L D A $$

Bakeshop

1025 N. Fillmore St., 571-970-6460, bakeshopva. com. Hit this tiny storefront for coffee, cupcakes, cookies, macarons, icebox pies and other treats. Vegan sweets are always available. B V $

Ballston Local s

900 N. Glebe Road, 703-852-1260, ballstonlocal. com. Pair your local brew with a plate of poutine or a New York-style pizza. L D V $$

Banditos Tacos & Tequila

1301 S. Joyce St., 571-257-7622, banditostnt. com. Mexican street food, tequila, mezcal and sugar-skull décor keep the party going at this Westpost cantina. o L D G V $$

Bangkok 54

2919 Columbia Pike, 703-521-4070, bangkok54res taurant.com. A favorite for Thai curries, grilled meats, stir-fry, noodles and soups. L D V $$

Bar Bao

3100 Clarendon Blvd., 703-600-0500, barbao.com. The trendy watering hole serves dishes reminiscent of Chinese and Taiwanese street food, plus sake, soju and Asian fusion cocktails. L D V $$

Barley Mac

1600 Wilson Blvd., 703-372-9486, barleymacva. com. Upscale tavern fare, plus more than 100 kinds of whiskey and bourbon. R L D A G V $$

Bartaco

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), 571-3908226, bartaco.com. A lively spot for tacos (13 kinds) and tequila. Feels like vacation. L D V A $$

Basic Burger

1101 S. Joyce St., 703-248-9333, basicburger. com. The homegrown eatery and food truck cooks with locally sourced, certified Angus beef and cagefree, antibiotic-free chicken. L D $$

Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar & Eatery 1515 N. Courthouse Road, 703-243-2410, bayou bakeryva.com. Chef David Guas’ New Orleans-inspired menu changes often, but you can always count on beignets and gumbo. Breakfast all day on weekends. O C B R L D G V $

Beauty Champagne & Sugar Boutique 576 23rd St. S., 571-257-5873, beautybysociety fair.com. Find champagne, cookies, cocktail fixings, small plates and gifts at this woman-owned bistro and market. Closed Mondays. L D $$

Bethesda Bagels

1851 N. Moore St., 703-312-1133, bethesdabagels. com. The popular D.C.-area chain has an outpost in Rosslyn. Eat a sandwich! O L V $

BGR the Burger Joint

3129 Langston Blvd., 703-812-4705, bgrtheburger joint.com. Top your dry-aged beef, veggie or turkey

KEY: Price designations are based on the approximate cost per person for a meal with one drink, tax and tip.

$ under $20

$$ $21-$35

$$$ $36-$70

$$$$ $71 or more

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c Children’s Menu

B Breakfast

R Brunch

L Lunch

D Dinner

A After Hours/Late Night

G Gluten-Free

V Vegetarian

s Best of Arlington 2023 or 2024 Winner

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burger with add-ons like grilled jalapeño, pineapple or fried egg. C L D V $

Big Buns Damn Good Burger Co. s 4401 Wilson Blvd., 703-276-3032; 4251 Campbell Ave., 703-933-2867, eatbigbuns.com. Satisfy your cravings with “designer” burgers, shakes, beer and booze. L D $$

Bluefish Bistro Sushi & Kitchen

950 S. George Mason Drive, 703-270-0102, blue fishbistro.com. Try specialty rolls with names like Green Dragon and King Kong, or go for a “chef’s

choice” spread of sushi or sashimi and be surprised. Closed Tuesdays. L D G V $$

Bob & Edith’s Diner

2310 Columbia Pike, 703-920-6103; 539 23rd St. S., 703-920-2700; 5050 Langston Blvd., 703-5940280; bobandedithsdiner.com. Founded in 1969, the 24-hour eatery whips up pancakes, eggs, meatloaf, and pie à la mode. C B L D A V $

Bollywood Bistro Express

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), 571-3121071, bollywoodbistroexpress.com. Build your own

bowl with fillers such as chicken tikka, paneer, chana masala and pickled onions. L D V $$

Bonsai Sushi at Crystal City

553 23rd St. S., 703-553-7723, crystalbonsai sushirestaurant.com. A go-to for sushi, sashimi, yakisoba, tempura, teriyaki. Closed Mondays. L D $$

Bostan Uyghur Cuisine

3911 Langston Blvd., 703-522-3010, bostanuyghur. com. The Uyghur Chinese dishes include kebabs, lagmen (hand-pulled noodles), manta (dumplings) and honey cake. L D $$

Brass Rabbit Public House

1210 N. Garfield St., 703-746-9977, brassrabbit pub.com. Pair carrot “fries” and lettuce wraps with craft cocktails like the El Conejo, featuring tequila, carrot juice, ginger, lime and cilantro.

O R L D V A $$

Bronson Bierhall

4100 Fairfax Drive, 703-528-1110, bronsonbier hall.com. Find communal tables, German and regional beers, sausages, schnitzel and cornhole in this 6,000-square-foot ode to Munich.

O L D A $$

Bubbie’s Plant Burgers

1721 Crystal Drive, bubbiesburgers.com. Grab a plant-based or kosher burger, a fried green tomato sandwich or a plate of avocado fries at this outdoor kiosk in National Landing’s Water Park. O L D V $

Buena Vida s

2900 Wilson Blvd., 703-888-1528, buenavida gastrolounge.com. Savor the flavors of Mexico, from tacos to churros, and head to the top floor for one of the best rooftop bars around. O R L D $$

Burger Billy’s Joint

3800 Langston Blvd., 703-512-0102, burgerbillys joint.com. Order smash burgers made from grassfed, locally sourced Angus beef (or plant-based), as well as hot dogs, wings and fries, using a food locker pick-up system. L D V $

Busboys and Poets

4251 S. Campbell Ave., 703-379-9757, busboys andpoets.com. Known for its poetry slams, onsite bookstore and social justice programming, the café offers an eclectic menu with oodles of options for vegetarians. O C B R L D G V $$

The Café by Kitchen of Purpose

918 S. Lincoln St., 703-596-1557, kitchenofpur pose.org/cafe. Operated by the nonprofit Kitchen of Purpose (formerly La Cocina VA), this lunch spot serves soups, salads, sandwiches, pastries and Swing’s coffee. L V $

Café Colline

4536 Langston Blvd., 703-567-6615, cafecolline va.com. The cozy French bistro in the Lee Heights Shops satisfies with paté maison, duck confit and chocolate pots de creme. O L D $$

Café Sazón

4704 Columbia Pike, 703-566-1686, cafesazon. com. A homey Bolivian café specializing in dishes such as silpancho and empanadas. B L D V $$

Carbonara

3865 Wilson Blvd., 703-721-3905, carbonarava. com. Savor house-made pastas, eggplant parm, chicken cacciatore and the spirit of Sinatra at chef Mike Cordero’s old-world-meets-modern Italian trattoria. L D V $$$

Caribbean Grill

5183 Langston Blvd., 703-241-8947. Cuban preparations such as jerk-style pork, fried plantains and black bean soup are mainstays. C L D G V $

Carlyle

4000 Campbell Ave., 703-931-0777, greatameri canrestaurants.com/carlyle. The original anchor of Shirlington Village is a reliable pick for fusion fare, happy hour and Sunday brunch. O C R L D G V $$$

Maison Cheryl

CarPool Beer and Billiards

900 N. Glebe Road, 703-516-7665, gocarpool. com. Mark Handwerger’s garage-themed watering hole has pool, pub grub and an extensive beer list, including “house” suds brewed at sister bar the Board Room. D A $

Cava

1201 Wilson Blvd., 703-652-7880; 4121 Wilson Blvd., 703-310-6791; cava.com. Build your own salad, wrap or bowl, choosing from an array of Greek dips, spreads, proteins and toppings. L D G V $$

The Celtic House Irish Pub & Restaurant 2500 Columbia Pike, 703-746-9644, celtichouse. net. The pub on the Pike serves up pints alongside favorites like corned beef and traditional Irish breakfast. C R L D A $$

Charga Grill

5151 Langston Blvd., 703-988-6063, chargagrill. com. How do you like your chicken? Choose Peruvian, jerk, Tandoori or Pakistani charga or sajii at this flavor-packed eatery and takeout. L D $$

Chase the Submarine

1201 S. Joyce St., 703-865-7829. Subs at this Westpost sandwich shop include meatball, banh mi, and PBJ with potato chips. L V $

Chiko s

4040 Campbell Ave., 571-312-0774, chikodc.com. Fan favorites at this Chinese-Korean joint include cumin lamb stir-fry and double-fried chicken wings. C D G V $$

Circa at Clarendon

3010 Clarendon Blvd., 703-522-3010, circabis tros.com. Bistro fare ranges from salads and small plates to steak frites and wild mushroom pizza. Sit outside if you can. O R L D A G V $$$

Coco B’s

2854 Wilson Blvd., 571-312-7094, coladashop. com. The sister to B Live features a rooftop bar, live music, tiki drinks and tropical dishes like ceviche and jerk chicken. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

O D A V $$$

Colada Shop

2811 Clarendon Blvd., 571-771-8400, coladashop. com. Hit this colorful Caribbean coffee cafe and bar for beachy vibes, tropical drinks and Cuban-inspired eats. C B R L D V $$

Colony Grill

2800 Clarendon Blvd., 703-682-8300, colonygrill. com. The Stamford, Connecticut-based pizza chain specializes in ultra-thin-crust “bar pies” with a spicy, pepper-infused hot oil topping. L D G V $$

Copperwood Tavern

4021 Campbell Ave., 703-522-8010, copperwood tavern.com. This hunting-and-fishing-themed saloon serves up steaks and chops, draft beers and 30 small-batch whiskeys. O R L D $$$

Corso Italian

4024 Campbell Ave., 703-933-8787, corsoitalian. com. Find fresh pastas, porchetta and veal chop Milanese at this Italian trattoria, a joint venture of chef Cathal Armstrong and Cheesetique “cheese lady” Jill Erber. Closed Mondays. O L D V $$$

Cowboy Café

4792 Langston Blvd., 703-243-8010, thecowboy cafe.com. Cool your heels and fill up on sandwiches, burgers, brisket and chili mac. An outdoor beer garden features a mural by Arlington artist MasPaz. Live music on weekends. O C R L D V $$

Cracked Eggery

1671 Crystal Drive, crackedeggery.com. Sand-

wiches on toasted challah include the Abe Froman (sausage, scrambled egg, cheese) and the Inigo Montoya (chorizo, fried egg, pepper-jack and arugula with lemon aioli). C O B R L $

Crush Pizza + Wine

1601 Crystal Drive, crushpizzaandwine.com. Enjoy New York-style pizza, wines by the glass and patio crushers at this al fresco dining spot in National Landing’s Water Park. O L D V $$

Crystal City Sports Pub

529 23rd St. S., 703-521-8215, ccsportspub.com. Open 365 days a year, it’s a sure bet for big-screen TVs, pool tables, trivia and poker nights, beers and bar snacks. C B R L D A G V $$

Crystal Thai

4819 First St. N., 703-522-1311, crystalthai.com. A neighborhood go-to for traditional Thai curries, grilled meats and house specialties like roast duck. L D V $$

Dama Restaurant & Cafe

1503 Columbia Pike, 703-920-3559, damapas try.com. The Ethiopian family-owned business includes a breakfast café, market and dining room.

B L D V $$

Darna

946 N. Jackson St., 703-988-2373, darnava.com. Grilled kebabs, mezze and traditional Lebanese comfort foods are served in a modern setting. The upstairs is a hookah bar. L D V $$

DC Dosa

1731 Crystal Drive, dcdosa.com. Fill a dosa (lentil crepe) with vegan options such as masala potatoes, eggplant, crispy cauliflower and your choice of chutneys. O L D G V $

■ places to eat

Delhi Dhaba Indian Restaurant

2424 Wilson Blvd., 703-524-0008, delhidhaba.com. The best bargain is the “mix and match” platter, which includes tandoori, seafood, a curry dish and a choice of rice or naan. O L D G V $$

Detour Coffee

946 N. Jackson St., 703-988-2378, detourcoffee co.com. This comfy cafe has a college vibe and serves up locally roasted coffee, light bites and weekend brunch. O B R L V $

District Taco

5723 Langston Blvd., 703-237-1204; 1500 Wilson Blvd., 571-290-6854; districttaco.com. A local favorite for tacos and gargantuan burritos. C B L D G V $

Don Tito

3165 Wilson Blvd., 703-566-3113, dontitova.com. Located in a historic building, the sports bar specializes in tacos, tequila and beer, with a rooftop bar. O R L D $$

Dudley’s Sport and Ale

2766 S. Arlington Mill Drive, 571-312-2304, dudleyssportandale.com. A spacious sports bar with wall-to-wall TVs, a roof deck, a ballpark-inspired beer list and weekend brunch. O C R L D A $$

Earl’s Sandwiches

2605 Wilson Boulevard, 703-647-9191, earlsinarling ton.com. Made-to-order sandwiches use prime ingredients, like fresh roasted turkey. O B L D G V $ East West Cafe

3101 Wilson Blvd., 571-800-9954, ewcafe.com. The Clarendon cafe serves espresso drinks, brunch (try the massive Turkish breakfast spread), sandwiches, tapas, beer and wine. B L D $

El Charrito Caminante

2710-A N. Washington Blvd., 703-351-1177. This bare-bones Salvadoran takeout counter hits the spot with tacos, burritos and pupusas. L D V $

El Paso Café

4235 N. Pershing Drive, 703-243-9811, elpaso cafeva.com. Big portions, big margaritas and bighearted service make this Tex-Mex cantina a local favorite. C L D G V $$

El Pike Restobar

4111 Columbia Pike, 703-521-3010, elpikerestau rant.com. Bolivian dishes satisfy at this no-frills institution. Try the salteñas stuffed with chicken or with beef, olives and hard-boiled egg. L D $

El Pollo Rico

932 N. Kenmore St., 703-522-3220, elpollorico restaurant.com. A local institution, this rotisserie chicken mecca gained even more street cred after a visit from the late Anthony Bourdain. L D V $ El Rey

4201 Wilson Blvd., 571-312-5530, elreyva.com. The Ballston outpost of the beloved U Street taqueria serves tacos, margs and draft brews in a colorful interior featuring street-art murals by Mike Pacheco. L D A $$

Elevation Burger

2447 N. Harrison St., 703-300-9467, elevationburger. com. Organic, grass-fed beef is ground on the premises, fries are cooked in olive oil and the shakes are made with fresh-scooped ice cream. O L D V $ Eli’s Taqueria

3207 Columbia Pike, 703-663-4777. Dig into beef birria tortas, shrimp tacos and pupusas at this homey spot (a spin-off of the Taqueria La Ceibita food truck) run by Nevi Paredes and his daughter, Yorktown alum Elizabeth Marquez. L D $ Endo Sushi

3000 Washington Blvd., 703-243-7799, endosu shi.com. A neighborly spot for sashimi, teriyaki, donburi and maki. L D V $$

Epic Smokehouse

1330 S. Fern St., 571-319-4001, epicsmoke house.com. Wood-smoked meats and seafood served in a modern setting. O L D G $$$

Falafel Inc.

1631 Crystal Drive, falafelinc.org. Fill a pita or bowl with falafel, pickled veggies and your choice of sauces. The eatery donates a portion of its sales to feed refugees. O L D V $

Federico Ristorante Italiano

519 23rd St., 703-486-0519, federicoristorante italiano.com. Go for pasta and chianti at this trattoria co-owned by Freddie’s Beach Bar proprietor Freddie Lutz. L D V $$

Fettoosh

5100 Wilson Blvd., 703-527-7710. Overstuffed pita sandwiches and kebabs keep the kitchen fired up at this bargain-priced Lebanese and Moroccan restaurant. C R L D G V $

Fire Works

2350 Clarendon Blvd., 703-527-8700, fireworks pizza.com. Enjoy wood-fired pizzas and more than 30 craft beers on tap. You can also build your own pasta dish. O C L D A G V $$

First Down Sports Bar & Grill

4213 Fairfax Drive, 703-465-8888, firstdownsports bar.com. Three cheers for draft beers and snacks ranging from sliders to queso dip. L D A V $$

For Five Coffee Roasters

1735 N. Lynn St.; 2311 Wilson Blvd., 571 257 7219, forfivecoffee.com. This micro roaster serves everything from espresso drinks to espresso martinis, plus breakfast sandwiches, acai bowls, avo toast and “stuffed” cookies. B R L G V $

Four Sisters Grill

3035 Clarendon Blvd., 703-243-9020, foursisters grill.com. A go-to for banh mi sandwiches, papaya salad, spring rolls and noodle dishes. O L D $$

Freddie’s Beach Bar

555 23rd St. S., Arlington, 703-685-0555, freddies beachbar.com. Freddie Lutz’s longstanding “gay, straight-friendly” hangout is always a party, with pink and purple Barbiecore décor, flashy drinks, drag bingo and weekend brunch. Snack on nachos, crab cakes, fried shrimp baskets and chicken wraps. O R D A V $$

Galaxy Hut

2711 Wilson Blvd., 703-525-8646, galaxyhut.com. Pair craft beers with vegan bar foods like “fricken” (fake chicken) sandwich melts and smothered tots with cashew cheese curds. L D A G V $$

Gharer Khabar

5157 Langston Blvd., 703-973-2432, gharerkhabar togo.com. Translated as “home’s food,” this artfilled, 14-seat café serves Bangladeshi fare cooked by chef Nasima Shreen. L D $$

Good Company Doughnuts & Café

672 N. Glebe Road, 703-243-3000; 510 14th St. S., 703-894-1002; gocodough.com. The family- and veteran-owned eatery serves house-made doughnuts, Intelligentsia coffee and savory cafe fare. B L V $$

Good Stuff Eatery

2110 Crystal Drive, 703-415-4663, goodstuff eatery.com. Spike Mendelsohn’s Crystal City outpost offers gourmet burgers (beef, turkey or mushroom), shakes, fries and salads. L D G V $

Grand Cru Wine Bar and Bistro

4301 Wilson Blvd., 703-243-7900, grandcrubistro. com. This intimate European-style café includes a wine shop next door. O R L D G $$$

Green Pig Bistro

1025 N. Fillmore St., 703-888-1920, greenpig bistro.com. Southern-influenced food, craft cocktails, happy hour and brunch draw fans to this congenial neighborhood hideaway. R L D G V $$$

Guajillo

1727 Wilson Blvd., 703-807-0840, guajillo mexican.com. Authentic Mexican dishes such as carne asada, mole poblano and churros are favorites. O C L D G V $$

Guapo’s Restaurant

4028 Campbell Ave., 703-671-1701, guaposres taurant.com. Expect hearty portions of all the TexMex standbys—quesadillas, enchiladas, fajitas, tacos and burritos. O C R L D G V $$

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

1119 N. Hudson St., 571-527-0445, gyu-kaku.com. Marinated meats, veggies and seafood are cooked on tabletop grills. L D $$

Gyu San

4300 Wilson Blvd., 571-312-7373, gyusan.com. Go for Japanese barbecue, sushi, soba noodles and saki. L D G $$$

Hal & Al’s BBQ

4238 Wilson Blvd., 703-400-8884, halandals bbq.com. There’s no pork on the menu at this Halal ’cue joint. Go for beef brisket, turkey sausage or beef “Dino” ribs rubbed with Old Bay and other spices. L D $$

Hanabi Ramen

3024 Wilson Blvd., 703-351-1275, hanabiramen usa.com. Slurp multiple variations of the namesake noodle dish, plus rice bowls and dumplings. L D $$

Happy Eatery

1800 N. Lynn St., 571-800-1881, thehappy eatery.com. Asian comfort foods are the draw at this Rosslyn food hall from the team behind Roll Play, Lei’d Poke and Chasin’ Tails. L D $$

Haute Dogs

2910 N. Sycamore St., 703-548-3891, hautedogs andfries.com. Cookout fare goes gourmet with hot dog toppings ranging from banh mi with sriracha mayo to a buffalo dog with blue cheese. L D $

Hawkers Asian Street Food

4201 Wilson Blvd., 703-828-8287, eathawkers. com. Satisfy that craving for hot chicken, pork belly bao and other Asian street foods, plus sake, whiskey and zero-proof quaffs. G V L D $$

Heidelberg Pastry Shoppe

2150 N. Culpeper St., 703-527-8394, heidelberg bakery.com. A local favorite for baked goods and Old Country specialties such as bratwurst and German potato salad. Closed Mondays. B L $

Highline RxR

2010-A Crystal Drive, 703-413-2337, highlinerxr. com. A Crystal City bar offering draft beers, draft wines, a whiskey menu and a retractable wall that opens up in nice weather. O L D A $$

Hot Lola’s

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), 1501 Wilson Blvd. (Rosslyn), hotlolas.com. It’s all about Kevin Tien’s Nashville-meets-Sichuan hot chicken sandwiches. L D $

Idido’s Coffee & Social House 1107 S. Walter Reed Drive, 703-253-1576, ididos socialhouse.com. Devotees go for the pastries, sandwiches and Ethiopian coffee. B L V $

Inca Social 1776 Wilson Blvd., 703-488-7640, incasocial.com. Empanadas, saltados, ceviche, sushi and pisco sours round out the menu at this Peruvian cousin to the original in Dunn Loring. R L D G V $$

Ireland’s Four Courts

2051 Wilson Blvd., 703-525-3600, irelandsfour courts.com. Stop in for a pint and an EPL game over an order of fish and chips. C R L D A $$

Istanbul Grill

4617 Wilson Blvd., 571-970-5828, istanbulgrill virginia.com. Feast on Turkish meze and kebabs at this homey spot in Bluemont. L D V $$

The Italian Store s 3123 Langston Blvd., 703-528-6266; 5837 Washington Blvd., 571-341-1080; italianstore.com. A cultstatus favorite for pizzas, sandwiches, prepared entrées, espresso and gelato. O L D G V $

Kabob Palace

2315 S. Eads St., 703-486-3535, kabobpalaceusa. com. Open 24 hours, this Crystal City storefront serves grilled Halal meats, pillowy naan and savory sides. L D A G V $$

Kanji Izakaya

4301 Fairfax Drive, 703-512-0017, kanjiarlington. com. Dive into teriyaki, ramen, yakitori and hibachi dishes, plus traditional and signature sushi rolls. L D G $$

Khun Yai Thai

2509 N. Harrison St., 703-536-1643, khunyaithai va.com. The family-owned restaurant serves “homestyle Thai” cuisine. L D G V $$

King of Koshary

5515 Wilson Blvd., 571-317-7925, kingofkoshary. com. Washington Post critic Tim Carman dubbed its menu “Egyptian food fit for royalty.” Try the hearty namesake dish, grilled branzino, beef kofta, roasted chicken or any of the tagines (stews). L D G $$ Kusshi

1201 S. Joyce St., 571-777-1998, kusshisushi. com. Feast your way through shishito peppers, sushi, oysters and mochi at this Westpost café. Or splurge for omakase. O L D G V $$$

L.A. Bar & Grill

2530 Columbia Pike, 703-685-1560, labargrill.com. Regulars flock to this dive bar on the Pike (L.A. stands for Lower Arlington) for cold brews and pub fare. D A $$

La Coop Coffee

4807 First St. N., 571-257-7972, lacoopcoffee. com. Stop in for single-origin Guatemalan coffee, house-made horchata, breakfast sammies, empanadas and ice cream. B L $

La Côte D’Or Café

6876 Langston Blvd., 703-538-3033, lcd6876.com. This little French bistro serves standards like crepes and steak frites. O R L D G V $$$

Lebanese Taverna

5900 Washington Blvd., 703-241-8681; 1101 S. Joyce St., Pentagon Row, 703-415-8681; lebanese taverna.com. A hometown favorite for shawarma, kebabs, flatbreads and more. O C L D G V $$

The Liberty Tavern

3195 Wilson Blvd., 703-465-9360, thelibertytavern. com. This Clarendon anchor offers a spirited bar and creative cuisine fueled by two wood-burning ovens. O C R L D A G V $$$

Livin’ the Pie Life

2166 N. Glebe Road, 571-431-7727, livinthepielife. com. The wildly popular pie operation started as an Arlington farmers market stand. B L V $$

Lost Dog Café

5876 Washington Blvd., 703-237-1552; 2920 Columbia Pike, 703-553-7770; lostdogcafe.com. Known for its pizzas, subs and beer selection, this deli/café supports pet adoption through the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation. L D G V $$

Lucky Danger

1101 S. Joyce St., Unit B27 (Westpost), luckydanger. co. Chefs Tim Ma and Andrew Chiou put a fresh spin on Chinese American takeout with dishes such as duck fried rice and lo mein. L D V $$

Lyon Hall s 3100 N. Washington Blvd., 703-741-7636, lyonhall arlington.com. The European-style brasserie turns out French, German and Alsatian-inspired plates, from charcuterie and sausages to moules frites.

O C R L D A V $$$

Mah-Ze-Dahr

1550 Crystal Drive, 703-718-4418, mahzedahr bakery.com. Café fare at this bright and tempting bakery includes coffee, pastries, focaccia, sandwiches and snacks. O B L D $

Maison Cheryl

2900 Wilson Blvd., 703-664-0509, maisoncheryl.

com. Seared duck breast, steak frites and madeleines are among the offerings at this French American bistro. R L D V $$$

Maizal Latin Street Food

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), 571-3966500, maizalgrill.com. South American street food—arepas, empanadas, churros. L D V $

Makers Union

1450 S. Eads St., 703-419-3504, makersunionpub. com. Pop in for comfort food (mac ’n’ cheese, Nashville hot chicken, steak frites), creative cocktails and live music several nights a week. R L D G V $$

Mala Tang

3434 Washington Blvd., 703-243-2381, mala-tang. com. Chef Liu Chaosheng brings the tastes and traditions of his hometown, Chengdu, to this eatery specializing in Sichuan hot pot. O L D G V $$

Mario’s Pizza House

3322 Wilson Blvd., 703-525-0222, mariospizza housemenu.com. Open into the wee hours, it’s been cooking up subs, wings and pizza since 1957. O C B L D A $

Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls

4017 Campbell Ave., 571-431-6530, masons lobster.com. Order lobster rolls your way (butter or mayo) at this Shirlington outpost of the Annapolisbased seafood chainlet. L D $$

Mattie and Eddie’s

1301 S. Joyce St., 571-312-2665, mattieand eddies.com. Chef Cathal Armstrong’s Irish pub serves farm-to-table dishes like lobster pot pie, house-cured corned beef, sardines on toast, and Irish breakfast all day. O R L D $$$

Maya Bistro

5649 Langston Blvd., 703-533-7800, bistromaya. com. The family-owned restaurant serves Turkish and Mediterranean comfort food. L D V $$

McNamara’s Pub & Restaurant

567 23rd St. S., 703-302-3760, mcnamaraspub. com. Order a Guinness and some corned beef or fish and chips at this friendly watering hole on Crystal City’s restaurant row. O R L D A $$

Meda Coffee & Kitchen

5037 Columbia Pike, 571-312-0599, medacoffee kitchen.com. A casual café serving coffee, baked goods and traditional Ethiopian dishes like kitfo and tibs. C B L D G V $$

Me Jana

703-888-0845

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2300 Wilson Blvd., 703-465-4440, mejanarestau rant.com. Named for an old Lebanese folk ballad, this Middle Eastern eatery offers prime peoplewatching in Clarendon. O C L D G V $$

Mele Bistro

1723 Wilson Blvd., 703-522-0284, melebistro.com. This farm-to-table Mediterranean restaurant cooks with fresh, organic, free-range, regionally sourced, non-GMO ingredients. O R L D G V $$

Metro 29 Diner

4711 Langston Blvd., 703-528-2464, metro29. com. Classic diner fare includes triple-decker sandwiches, mile-high desserts, burgers, roasted chicken and breakfast. C B R L D V $ Mexicali Blues

2933 Wilson Blvd., 703-812-9352, mexicali-blues. com. The colorful landmark dishes out Salvadoran and Mexican chow. O C R L D G V $$

Moby Dick House of Kabob

3000 Washington Blvd., 703-465-1600; 4037 Campbell Ave., 571-257-8214; mobyskabob.com. Satisfy that hankering for Persian skewers and flavorful sides. L D $$

Mpanadas

2602 Columbia Pike, 571-312-0182, mpanadas usa.com. Try barbecue pork and cheeseburger empanadas, birthday cake paletas and java chip macaroons. B L D $

Serving award-winning, fresh and healthy Japanese cuisine & a full assortment of sushi for over 27 years.

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Mussel Bar & Grille

800 N. Glebe Road, 703-841-2337, musselbar.com.

Chef Robert Wiedmaier’s Ballston eatery is known for mussels, frites, wood-fired pizza and more than 100 Belgian and craft beers. O L D $$ Nam-Viet

1127 N. Hudson St., 703-522-7110, namvietva.com. The venerable restaurant in what was once Arlington’s “Little Saigon” neighborhood specializes in flavors of Vietnam’s Can Tho region. O L D V $$

■ places to eat

Nighthawk Pizza

1201 S. Joyce St., nighthawkpizza.com. Visit this Westpost brewpub and sports bar for personal pizzas (both thick and thin crust), beer and smash burgers. L D V $$

NiHao

1550 Crystal Drive, 703-512-4109, nihaoarlington. com. Sichuan small plates by chef Peter Chang include walnut shrimp, spicy dry-fried eggplant, and pork ribs with fries. Enjoy cocktails made with baijiu, a Chinese liquor, or tea-infused whiskey. O L D G V $$

Northside Social Coffee & Wine s 3211 Wilson Blvd., 703-465-0145, northsidesocial va.com. Tucked inside a red house on the edge of Clarendon, the two-story coffee and wine bar with a big patio is always busy...which tells you something. O B L D V $$

Ocean Shack

2163 N. Glebe Road, 703-488-7161, oceanshack arlington.com. Dig into a seafood boil, a fried oyster basket or an order of fish tacos and pretend you’re at the beach. R L D A $$

Oh K-Dog

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), 703-5673376, ohkdog.com. Try a fried Korean rice dog with add-ins like sweet potato, cheddar or squid ink. L D $

Old Dominion Pizza Co.

4514 Langston Blvd., 703-718-6372, olddominion pizza.com. Order thin crust or “grandma style” pies named after local high school mascots. L D G $ Open Road

1201 Wilson Blvd., 703-248-0760, openroadgrill. com. A solid pick for burgers and beers or a proper entrée and a craft cocktail. O L D $$ Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen

1101 S. Joyce St., 703-567-7295, origincoffeeco. com. The industrial-chic coffee shop roasts its own beans and serves all-day breakfast, bar munchies and dinner plates. O B R L D V $$ Osteria da Nino

2900 S. Quincy St. (Village at Shirlington), 703820-1128, osteriadaninova.com. For those days when you’re craving a hearty portion of spaghetti and clams, or gnocci with pesto. O D G V $$$ O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub

3207 Washington Blvd., 703-812-0939, osullivans irishpub.com. You’ll find owner and County Kerry native Karen O’Sullivan behind the bar, pouring pints and cracking jokes. L D A $$ Our Mom Eugenia

4044 Campbell Ave., 571-970-0468, ourmom eugenia.com. See Falls Church listing. L D $$ Padaek

2931 S. Glebe Road, 703-888-2890, padaekdc. com. Chef Seng Luangrath’s kitchen in Arlington Ridge turns out Lao, Thai and Burmese fare—satay, curries and noodle dishes. O L D G V $$ Palette 22

4053 Campbell Ave., 703-746-9007, palette22.com. The Shirlington gallery-café specializes in international small plates and is a hoppin’ brunch spot. O R L D V $$

Peking Pavilion

2912 N. Sycamore St., 703-237-6868. This family-owned restaurant serves standbys such as moo shu pork and beef with broccoli. L D $$ Peruvian Brothers

1450 S. Eads St., 703-625-6473, peruvianbroth ers.com. Dig into sandwiches (try the chicharron with pork, sweet potato and salsa criolla), saltados, empanadas, rotisserie chicken and power bowls. Grab a bottle of hot sauce to take home. L D V $

Peter Chang Arlington

2503-E N. Harrison St., 703-538-6688, peterchang arlington.com. The former Chinese Embassy chef

brings his fiery and flavorful Sichuan cooking to the Lee Harrison Shopping Center. C L D $$ Pho 75

1721 Wilson Blvd., 703-525-7355, pho75.res taurantwebexpert.com. Purported to have curative properties, the piping-hot soup at this local institution is all about fresh ingredients. O L D V $ PhoWheels

1731 Crystal Drive, phowheelsdc.com. The popular food truck serving Vietnamese pho and banh mi now has a kiosk at Water Park. O L D G $ Pie-tanza

2503-B N. Harrison St., 703-237-0200, pie-tanza. com. Enjoy pizza (including gluten-free options), calzones, lasagna, subs and salads. C L D G V $$ Pines of Florence

2109 N. Pollard St., 703-566-0456, pinesofflor encearlingtonva.com. The classics include linguine with pesto, veal parm and chicken cacciatore, plus housemade pizza and subs. L D V $$ Pirouette Café & Wine Shop

4000 Fairfax Drive, pirouette.cafe. Pair your favorite vino with cheese, whole roasted fish, a pork cutlet for two and other enticing plates at this Ballston cafe and wine shop. L D G V $$ Poppyseed Rye

818 N. Quincy St., poppyseedrye.com. Pick up sandwiches, biscuits, salads, flower bouquets and gift items (beer and wine, too). O r L D G V $ Pupatella s

5104 Wilson Blvd.; 1621 S. Walter Reed Drive, 571-312-7230, pupatella.com. Enzo and Anastasiya Algarme’s authentic Neapolitan pies are considered among D.C.’s best. O L D V $$ Pupuseria Doña Azucena

71 N. Glebe Road, 703-248-0332, pupuseriadona azucena.com. Beans, rice and massive pupusas at dirt-cheap prices. C L D V $

Quarterdeck

1200 Fort Myer Drive, 703-528-2722, quarterdeck arlington.com. This beloved shack has served up steamed crabs for 40 years. O C L D V $$

Queen Mother’s Kitchen

1601 Crystal Drive, 703-997-8474, queenmother cooks.com. Grab a fried chicken sandwich and a side of duck fat fries at chef Rock Harper’s kiosk in the Water Park at National Landing. O L D $

Quincy Hall

4001 Fairfax Drive, 703-567-4098, quincyhallbar. com. Go for pints, meatballs and New York-style pizza at this spacious beer hall in Ballston. L D $ Quinn’s on the Corner

1776 Wilson Blvd., 703-640-3566, quinnsonthe corner.com. Irish and Belgian favorites such as mussels, steak frites, and bangers and mash, plus draft beers and a big whiskey selection. B R L D A $$

Ragtime

1345 N. Courthouse Road, 703-243-4003, ragtime restaurant.com. Savor a taste of the Big Easy in offerings such as jambalaya, catfish, spiced shrimp and oysters. There’s a waffle and omelet bar every Sunday. O R L D A V $$

Rasa

2200 Crystal Drive, 703-888-0925, rasagrill.com. Build a bowl with options like basmati rice, chicken tikka, lamb, pickled vegetables, lentils, chutneys and yogurt sauces. O L D G V $

Ravi Kabob House

350 N. Glebe Road, 703-522-6666; 250 N. Glebe Road, 703-816-0222. Curries, kebabs and delectably spiced veggies keep this strip-mall café plenty busy. C L D V $$

The Renegade 3100 Clarendon Blvd., 703-468-4652, renegadeva. com. Is it a coffee shop, restaurant, bar or live music venue? All of the above—with snacks ranging from lambchop lollipops to lo mein. B L D A $$

Rhodeside Grill

1836 Wilson Blvd., 703-243-0145, rhodeside grill.com. Find chops, meatloaf, burgers and po’boys accompanied by every kind of hot sauce imaginable. O C R L D A V $$

Rice Crook

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), ricecrook.com. Korean-inspired rice bowls, salads and wraps made with locally sourced meats and produce. L D $$

Rien Tong Asian Bistro

3131 Wilson Blvd., 703-243-8388, rientong.com. The large menu includes Thai and Chinese standards, plus sushi. L D V $$

Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Co. s 3471 Washington Blvd., 703-528-9663, rocklands. com. Owner John Snedden has been slow-cooking barbecue at this Arlington favorite since 1990. O C L D G V $

Roggenart European Bakery, Bistro & Cafe 4401 Wilson Blvd., 703-721-3182, roggenart.com. Stop in for breakfast, coffee, pastries and sandwiches on house-baked bread. B R L D V $$

Ruffino’s Spaghetti House

4763 Langston Blvd., 703-528-2242, ruffinosarling ton.com. Fill up on classics such as veal Parmigiana and chicken piccata. C L D V $$

RusUz

1000 N. Randolph St., 571-312-4086, rusuz.com. The family-run bistro serves hearty Russian and Uzbek dishes such as borscht, beef stroganoff and plov—a rice pilaf with lamb. L D $$

Ruthie’s All-Day s

3411 Fifth St. S., 703-888-2841, ruthiesallday. com. Chef Matt Hill’s “meat and three” serves up wood-smoked proteins with creative sides like crispy Brussels sprouts with fish sauce vinaigrette. Breakfast (with house-made biscuits) offered daily.

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Ryu Izakaya

3030 Columbia Pike, 703-399-9052. A new spot on the Pike for sushi, sake and yakitori. L D G $$

Sabores Tapas Bar

2401 Columbia Pike, 571-970-1253, saboresva. com. Dig into ceviche, lomo saltado and classic gambas al ajillo at this tapas bar on the Pike. R L D G V $$

Saigon Noodles & Grill

1800 Wilson Blvd., 703-566-5940, saigonnoodles grill.com. Traditional Vietnamese pho, banh mi and noodle dishes round out the offerings at this restaurant and takeout owned by Jovian Ho. L D $$

Sakaki Izakaya

3227 Washington Blvd., 703-718-4931. Try mini “sushi burgers,” Wagyu fried rice and the dazzling Egg on Egg dish (king salmon, quail egg, ikura and wasabi soy in a smoking bowl). Closed Tuesdays. L D A G $$

Salt s

1201 Wilson Blvd., 703-875-0491, saltrosslyn.com. The speakeasy-style cocktail bar serves cheese plates and carpaccio, classic sazeracs and old-fashioneds, as well as nouveau craft cocktails. D $$

The Salt Line s

4040 Wilson Blvd., 703-566-2075, thesaltline.com. Hit this seafood-centric oyster bar for clam chowder, lobster rolls, stuffies, smash burgers and fun cocktails. c O R D $$$

Samuel Beckett’s Irish Gastro Pub

2800 S. Randolph St., 703-379-0122, samuel becketts.com. A modern Irish pub serving Emerald Isle recipes. O C R L D A G V $$

Santé

1250 S. Hayes St. (inside the Ritz-Carlton), 703412-2762, meetatsante.com. Mediterranean fare includes shrimp saganaki, whole roasted branzino and lamb “osso bucco.” B R L D G V $$$

Sawatdee Thai Restaurant

2250 Clarendon Blvd., 703-243-8181, sawatdeeva. com. The friendly eatery (its name means “hello”) is frequented by those craving pad thai or pad prik king. L D V $$

Screwtop Wine Bar and Cheese Shop

1025 N. Fillmore St., 703-888-0845, screwtop winebar.com. The congenial wine bar and bottle shop offers tastings, wine classes, and small plates for sharing and pairing. O C R L D G V $$

Seamore’s

2815 Clarendon Blvd., 703-721-3384, seamores. com. Dine on sustainably sourced seafood, from clams and mussels to arctic char and yellowfin tuna. Brunch on weekends. O R L D G V $$$

Seoulspice

1735 N. Lynn St., 703-419-5868, seoulspice.com. Korean fast-casual comfort food, anyone? L D G V $

SER

1110 N. Glebe Road, 703-746-9822, ser-restau rant.com. Traditional Spanish and Basque dishes in a colorful, friendly space with outstanding service. O R L D V $$$

Sfoglina Pasta House

1100 Wilson Blvd., sfoglinapasta.com/rosslyn. Fabio Trabocchi’s urbane trattoria serves housemade pasta (you can watch it being made), a “mozzarella bar” and Italian cocktails. Closed Sundays. O L D V $$$

Silver Diner

4400 Wilson Blvd., 703-812-8600, silverdiner. com. The kitchen cooks with organic ingredients, many of which are sourced from local suppliers. Low-calorie and gluten-free menu choices available. O C B R L D A G V $$

Skydome

300 Army Navy Drive, 703-416-3862, hilton.com. Savor craft cocktails, Mediterranean-influenced dishes and views of the D.C. skyline in this revolving restaurant atop the DoubleTree Hilton in Crystal City. Closed Sunday and Monday. D G V $$$

Sloppy Mama’s Barbeque

5731 Langston Blvd., 703-269-2718, sloppyma mas.com. Joe and Mandy Neuman’s barbecue joint offers wood-smoked meats galore, plus pimento cheese, hearty sides and banana pudding for dessert. O B R L D V $$

Smokecraft Modern Barbecue

1051 N. Highland St., 571-312-8791, smokecraft bbq.com. Every menu item here is kissed by smoke, from ribs, crabcakes and spaghetti squash to the chocolate cherry bread pudding on the dessert list. O L D G V $$

Snouts & Stouts

2709 S. Oakland St., 571-317-2239, snouts nstouts.com. Grab a beer and some pulled-pork pretzel bites with beer cheese while your pup runs around this indoor dog park and bar. L D $

Soul Thai Kitchen & Bar

6035 Wilson Blvd., 703-300-9655, soulthaikitchen andbar.com. The restaurant in the former Meridian Pint space serves curries, noodle dishes and other Thai classics. L D G V $

South Block

3011 11th St. N., 703-741-0266; 1550 Wilson Blvd., 703-465-8423; 4150 Wilson Blvd., 703-4658423; 2121 N. Westmoreland St., 703-534-1542; 1350 S. Eads St., 703-465-8423; southblock.com. Cold-pressed juices, smoothies and acai bowls. O B L V $

Sparrow Room

1201 S. Joyce St., 571-451-7030, sparrowroom. com. Scott Chung’s back-room mahjong parlor presents dim sum and Chinese-inspired craft cocktails in a sultry setting. Open Thursday through Sunday, 5-11 p.m. D $$

Spice Kraft Indian Bistro

1135 N. Highland St., 703-527-5666, spicekraft va.com. This contemporary concept by restaurateurs Anthony Sankar and Premnath Durairaj gives Indian classics a modern spin. O L D $$

Spider Kelly’s 3181 Wilson Blvd., 703-312-8888, spiderkellys.com. The “come as you are” bar offers a sizable beer list, creative cocktails, salads, burgers, snacks and breakfast at all hours. C D A G V $$

Stellina Pizzeria

2800 S. Randolph St., 703-962-7884, stellina pizzeria.com. Pay a visit for Neapolitan pies, fried artichokes and a deli counter with house-made pastas, sauces and dolci to take home. O L D $$

Supreme Hot Pot

2301 Columbia Pike, 571-666-1801, supreme hotpot.kwickmenu.com. This Pike eatery specializes in Szechuan hot pot, skewered meats and a few Cajun seafood dishes. D G $$

Surreal

2117 Crystal Drive, surrealpark.com. Find playful dishes like a foot-long Boomdog, “swirl” pancakes and old-fashioneds made with cornflake-infused whiskey at chef Enrique Limardo’s all-day diner in National Landing. O B L D $$

Sushi Rock

1900 Clarendon Blvd., 571-312-8027, sushirockva. com. Play a little air guitar while sampling sushi rolls and beverages named after your favorite bands, from Zeppelin to Ozzy to Oasis. D A G V $$

Sushi-Zen Japanese Restaurant

2457 N. Harrison St., 703-534-6000, sushizen. com. An amicable, light-filled neighborhood stop for sushi, donburi, tempura and udon. C L D V $$

Sweetgreen

4075 Wilson Blvd., 703-522-2016; 3100 Clarendon Blvd., 571-290-3956; 575 12th Road S., 703-8881025; 2200 Crystal Drive, 703-685-9089; sweet green.com. Locally grown ingredients and compostable cutlery make this salad and yogurt chain a hub for the green-minded. O C L D G V $

Sweet Leaf

2200 Wilson Blvd., 703-525-5100; 800 N. Glebe Road, 703-522-5000; 650 N. Quincy St., 703527-0807; sweetleafcafe.com. Build your own sandwiches and salads. O C B L D $$

Taco Bamba s

4000 Wilson Blvd., 571-777-1477; 4041 Campbell Ave., 571-257-3030; tacobamba.com. Taco options range from classic carnitas to cheffy creations like the El Rico Pollo, stuffed with chicken, green chili, aji Amarillo aioli and crispy potato. B L D V $

Taco Rock

1501 Wilson Blvd., 571-775-1800, thetacorock. com. This rock-themed watering hole keeps the Micheladas flowing alongside tacos on housemade blue-corn tortillas. B L D V $$

Taqueria el Poblano

2503-A N. Harrison St., 703-237-8250, taqueria poblano.com. Fresh guacamole, fish tacos, margaritas and mole verde transport patrons to the Yucatan. C L D G V $$

Tatte Bakery and Café

2805 Clarendon Blvd., 571-312-8691, tattebakery. com. Grab a breakfast sandwich, tartine, panini or grain bowl from the all-day menu, or keep it simple with a coffee and pastry. O B R L D G V $

Ted’s Bulletin & Sidekick Bakery

4238 Wilson Blvd. #1130 (Ballston Quarter), 703848-7580, tedsbulletin.com. The retro comfort food and all-day breakfast place has healthier fare, too— which you can undo with a visit to its tantalizing bakery next door. C B R L D G V $$

Texas Jack’s Barbecue 2761 Washington Blvd., 703-875-0477, txjacks.com.

Brisket, ribs and pulled pork, plus sides like raw carrot salad and smashed cucumbers. O L D A $$

T.H.A.I. in Shirlington 4209 Campbell Ave., 703-931-3203, thaiinshirling ton.com. Pretty dishes include lemongrass salmon with black sticky rice. O L D G V $$$

Thai Noy 5880 Washington Blvd., 703-534-7474, thainoy.com. Shimmering tapestries and golden Buddhas are the backdrop in this destination for Thai noodles, curries and rice dishes. L D $$

Thai Square 3217 Columbia Pike, 703-685-7040, thaisquarerestaurant.com. Enjoy options ranging from crispy squid with basil and roasted duck curry to pig knuckle stew. O L D G V $$

Tiger Dumplings

3225 Washington Blvd., 571-970-4512, tiger dumplings.com. There are dumplings, of course, plus five-spice beef, roast duck and vegan options like tofu skin with peanuts. L D G V $$

Tiki Thai 1651 Crystal Drive, tikithai.com. Order up a round up tiki drinks, some Thai spring rolls and khao soi noodles. O L D $$

TNR Cafe

2049 Wilson Blvd., 571-217-0766, tnrcafe.com. When you have a hankering for Peking duck, moo shu chicken, Szechuan beef or bubble tea. L D G V $$

Toby’s Homemade Ice Cream

5849-A Washington Blvd., 703-536-7000; 510 14th St. S.; tobysicecream.com. Stop in for cups, cones, floats and sundaes. Coffee, pastries and bagels available in the morning. B L D V $

Tortas Y Tacos La Chiquita

2911 Columbia Pike, 571-970-2824, tortasytacosla chiquita.com. The beloved eatery that started as a food truck does tacos, alambres, huarache platters, flautas and more. B L D $

Trade Roots

5852 Washington Blvd., 571-335-4274, fairtrade roots.com. The Westover gift shop and cafe serves fair-trade coffee, tea, pastries, salads, organic wine and snackable small plates. O B L $

Troy’s Italian Kitchen

2710 Washington Blvd., 703-528-2828, troysitalian kitchen.com. Palak and Neel Vaidya’s mom-andpop serves pizza, pasta and calzones, including a lengthy vegan menu with options like “chicken” tikka masala pizza. L D G V $

True Food Kitchen s

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), 703-5270930, truefoodkitchen.com. Emphasizing “anti-inflammatory” fare, the menu will convince you that healthy tastes good. O L D G V $$

Tupelo Honey Café

1616 N. Troy St., 703-253-8140, tupelohoneycafe. com. The Southern fusion menu includes dishes like roasted snapper with sweet potato and farro. C R L D $$

Turu’s by Timber Pizza

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), timber pizza.com. Neapolitan(ish)-style pizzas fresh from a wood-fired oven. L D V $$

Uncle Julio’s Rio Grande Café

4301 N. Fairfax Drive, 703-528-3131, unclejulios. com. Tex-Mex highlights include mesquite-grilled fajitas, tacos and margaritas. O C R L D $$$

UnCommon Luncheonette

1028 N. Garfield St., 571-210-0159, uncommon luncheonette.com. The comfort fare at this Manhattan-style diner includes biscuits and gravy, poutine and Nashville hot chicken sandwiches. B L $$

Upside on Moore

1700 N. Moore St., upsideonmoore.com. Rosslyn’s newest food hall includes DMV concepts Ghostburg-

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er, Stellina Pizzeria, Lucky Danger, Laoban Dumplings and a rotating roster of pop-ups. L D G V $$ Urban Tandoor

801 N. Quincy St., 703-567-1432, utandoorva.com. Sate your appetite with Indian and Nepalese fare, from tandoori lamb to Himalayan momos (dumplings). Lunch buffet daily. L D V $$ Variedades Catrachas Restaurant

3709 Columbia Pike, 703-888-0906, variedades catrachas.com. The Latin fare at this nearly 24-hour homey Honduran eatery includes huevos rancheros, pupusas, carne asada, fried fish with plantains, cervezas, tequila drinks and horchata. B L D A G V $ Water Bar

1601 Crystal Drive, nlwaterbar.com. The succinct menu at this sleek oyster and cocktail bar overlooking National Landing’s Water Park includes salads, sandwiches and sharable seafood dishes. O L D G V $$

Weenie Beenie

2680 Shirlington Road, 703-671-6661, weenie beenie.net. The hot dog stand founded in 1954 is still serving half smokes, bologna-and-egg sandwiches and pancakes. B L D $ Westover Market & Beer Garden

5863 N. Washington Blvd., 703-536-5040, westo vermarketbeergarden.com. It’s a hive for burgers, draft microbrews and live music. O C L D A $$ Westover Taco

5849 Washington Blvd., 703-297-3030, westover taco.com. Tacos, guac, margs and beer keep things casual at this neighborhood hangout. L D V A $

Which Wich

4300 Wilson Blvd., 703-566-0058, whichwich.com.

A seemingly endless menu of sandwiches and wraps with more than 60 toppings. O B L D V $$

Whino

4238 Wilson Blvd., 571-290-3958, whinova.com. Part restaurant/bar and part art gallery, this latenight spot features cocktails, shareable plates, brunch, street-art murals and “low brow” art exhibits. R L D A $$

William Jeffrey’s Tavern

2301 Columbia Pike, 703-746-6333, william jeffreystavern.com. This pub on the Pike features Prohibition-era wall murals and mixes a mean martini. O C R L D A G V $$

Wilson Hardware

2915 Wilson Boulevard, 703-527-4200, wilson hardwareva.com. Order a boozy slushy and head to the whimsical roof deck. The menu includes small plates, burgers and entrées like steak frites and duck confit. O R L D A G V $$$

Ya Hala Bistro

5216 Wilson Blvd., yahalabistrolounge.com. Enjoy shawarma, kabobs and traditional mezze at this cocktail and hookah lounge in Bluemont. L D A G V $$

Yayla Bistro

2201 N. Westmoreland St., 703-533-5600, yayla bistro.com. A cozy little spot for Turkish small plates, flatbreads and seafood. Pita wraps available for lunch only. O C L D $$

Yume Sushi

2121 N. Westmoreland St., 703-269-5064, yume sushiva.com. East Falls Church has a destination for sushi, omakase (chef’s tasting menu) and a sake bar with craft cocktails. L D V G $$$

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2941 Restaurant

2941 Fairview Park Drive, 703-270-1500, 2941. com. French chef Bertrand Chemel’s sanctuary-like spot offers beautifully composed seasonal dishes and expert wine pairings. C L D V $$$$

Abay Market Ethiopian Food

3811-A S. George Mason Drive, 703-820-7589, abaymarketethiopian.com. The seasoned grassfed raw beef dish kitfo is the specialty at this friendly, six-table Ethiopian café. L D $$ Al Jazeera

3813-D S. George Mason Drive, 703-379-2733. The top seller at this Yemeni cafe is oven-roasted lamb with yellow rice. L D $$

Alta Strada

2911 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 703-2800000, altastrada.com. Chef Michael Schlow’s menu includes house-made pastas, pizza and modern Italian small plates. R L D $$$

Anthony’s Restaurant

3000 Annandale Road, 703-532-0100, www.an thonysrestaurantva.com. The family-owned diner serves standbys like spaghetti, pizza, gyros and subs, plus breakfast on weekends. R L D V $$

B Side

8298 Glass Alley (Mosaic District), 703-676-3550, bsidecuts.com. Nathan Anda’s charcuterie, smashburgers and beef-fat fries steal the show at this cozy bar adjoining Red Apron Butcher. L D $$

Badd Pizza

346 W. Broad St., 703-237-2233, baddpizza.com.

Stellina Pizzeria

Order a Buffalo-style “cup-and-char” pepperoni pie and a baddbeer IPA, locally brewed by Lost Rhino Brewing Co. L D $$

Bakeshop

100 E. Fairfax St., 703-533-0002, bakeshopva.com. See Arlington listing. B V $

Balqees Restaurant

5820 Seminary Road, 703-379-0188, balqeesva. com. The Lebanese and Yemeni specialties include lamb in saffron rice, saltah (a vegetarian stew) and saffron cake with crème anglaise. O L D V $$ Bamian

5634 Leesburg Pike, 703-820-7880, bamianres taurant.com. Try Afghan standards like palau (seasoned lamb with saffron rice) and aushak (scallion dumpling topped with yogurt, meat sauce and mint). C L D V $$ Bartaco

2920 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 571-549-8226, bartaco.com. See Arlington listing. L D V A $$ Bing & Bao

7505 Leesburg Pike, 703-734-0846, bingandbao. com. Chinese street foods are the main attraction at this fast-casual eatery. Founders Rachel Wang and Mark Shen hail from Tianjin, China. L D V $

Caboose Commons

2918 Eskridge Road (Mosaic District), 703-6638833, caboosebrewing.com. The microbrewery has a hopping patio. Order house brews and creative eats, from wings and fried pickles to plant-based buddha bowls. O L D V A $$

Café Kindred

450 N. Washington St., 571-327-2215, cafe kindred.com. Pop in for a yogurt parfait, avocado toast, grilled eggplant sandwich, or an espresso fizz. B R L V $$

Celebrity Delly

7263-A Arlington Blvd., 703-573-9002, celebrity deliva.com. Matzo-ball soup, Reubens and tuna melts satisfy at this New York-style deli founded in 1975. Brunch served all day Saturday and Sunday. C B L D G V $

Chasin’ Tails

944 W. Broad St., 571-777-9596, chasintailsss. com. The Viet-Cajun menu includes crawfish boils, char-broiled kimchi oysters and scallop crudo with citrus vinaigrette. L D $$

Chay Restaurant

6531 Columbia Pike, 571-378-1771, chayrestau rant.com. A destination for vegetarian hot pot, spring rolls, noodles and other plant-based Vietnamese specialties. L D G V $ Clare & Don’s Beach Shack

130 N. Washington St., 703-532-9283, clareand dons.com. Go coastal with fish tacos, coconut chicken or one of the many meatless options, and maybe catch some live outdoor music. Closed Mondays. O C L D A G V $$

Colada Shop

2920 District Ave., 703-962-3002, coladashop. com. The Mosaic District “cafecito” attached to Bloomie’s hits the spot with empanadas, Cuban sandwiches, strong coffee and vacation-y cocktails. O B R L D V $$

District Dumplings

2985 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 703-884-7080, districtdumplings.com. Asian-style dumplings, sandwiches and wraps. L D $$

District Taco 5275-C Leesburg Pike, 571-699-0660, district taco.com. See Arlington listing. C B L D G V $ Dogwood Tavern 132 W. Broad St., 703-237-8333, dogwoodtav ern.com. The menu has something for everyone, from ancient grain Buddha bowls to jambalaya,

burgers and coconut-curry salmon.

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Dominion Wine & Beer

107 Rowell Court, 703-533-3030, dominionwine andbeer.com. Pairings come easy when a café shares its space with a wine and beer shop. Order up a plate of sliders, a cheese board or some Dragon shrimp to snack on while you imbibe.

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Duangrat’s

5878 Leesburg Pike, 703-820-5775, duangrats. com. Waitresses in traditional silk dresses glide through the dining room bearing fragrant curries and grilled meats at this longstanding destination for Thai cuisine. O R L D V $$

El Tio Tex-Mex Grill

7630 Lee Highway, 703-204-0233, eltiogrill.com. A family-friendly spot for fajitas, enchiladas, lomo saltado, combo plates and margaritas. O L D $$

Elephant Jumps Thai Restaurant

8110-A Arlington Blvd., 703-942-6600, elephant jumps.com. Creative and comforting Thai food in an intimate strip-mall storefront. L D G V $$

Elevation Burger

442 S. Washington St., 703-237-4343, elevation burger.com. See Arlington listing. O L D V $

Ellie Bird s

125 Founders Ave., 703-454-8894, elliebirdva. com. From the owners of D.C.’s Michelin-starred Rooster & Owl, a neighborly place serving cheffy dishes such as kimchi bouillabaisse, octopus ceviche and braised lamb shank alongside kid-friendly fare. c o D G V $$$

The Falls Restaurant & Bar

370 W. Broad St., 703-237-8227, thefallsva.com. Chef Harper McClure turns out crabcakes, clever salads and other seasonal dishes in the restaurant formerly known as Liberty Barbecue. But don’t worry, Liberty fans: The fried chicken and brisket are still on the menu. O R L D G V $$$

Fava Pot

7393 Lee Highway, 703-204-0609, favapot.com. Visit Dina Daniel’s restaurant, food truck and catering operation for Egyptian eats such as stewed fava beans with yogurt and lamb shanks with okra. And oh the bread! B L D G V $$

First Watch

5880 Leesburg Pike, 571-977-1096, firstwatch. com. Popular dishes at this breakfast and lunch café include eggs Benedict, lemon-ricotta pancakes, housemade granola, power bowls and avocado toast. O CB R L V $$

Godfrey’s Bakery & Café

421 W. Broad St., 571-378-1144, godfreysbakery cafe.com. Pop in for breakfast sandwiches, housebaked breads and pastries, grazing boards, Romanstyle pizza and Illy coffee drinks. B R L D V $$

Haandi Indian Cuisine

1222 W. Broad St., 703-533-3501, haandi.com. The perfumed kebabs, curries and biryani incorporate northern and southern Indian flavors. L D V G $$

Harvey’s 513 W. Broad St., 540-268-6100, harveysva.com. Chef Thomas Harvey’s casual café brings roasted chicken, beer-cheese cheesesteaks, banana splits and other comfort fare to the City of Falls Church. O C B R L D V $$

Hong Kong Palace

6387 Seven Corners Center, 703-532-0940, hong kongpalacedelivery.com. This kitchen caters to both ex-pat and American tastes with an enormous menu of options. C L D $$

Hong Kong Pearl Seafood Restaurant

6286 Arlington Blvd., 703-237-1388. Two words: dim sum. L D A V $$

Huong Viet 6785 Wilson Blvd., 703-538-7110, huong-viet. com. Spring rolls, roasted quail and shaky beef are faves at this cash-only Eden Center eatery. C L D G V $$

Ireland’s Four Provinces 105 W. Broad St., 703-534-8999, 4psva.com. The family-friendly tavern in the heart of Falls Church City serves pub food and Irish specialties. O C B R L D $$

Jinya Ramen Bar

2911 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 571-3272256, jinyaramenbar.com. Embellish your tonkotsu or umami-miso broth with more than a dozen toppings and add-ins. O L D A V $$

JV’s Restaurant

6666 Arlington Blvd., 703-241-9504, jvsrestaurant. com. A dive bar (the best kind) known for its live music, cold beer and home-cooked meatloaf, lasagna and chili. L D A V $$

Kirby Club

2911 District Ave., 571-430-3650, kirbyclub. com. From the owners of D.C.’s Michelin-starred Mayd¯an, a lively kebab concept (with a great bar) that allows diners to mix-and-match proteins, dips and sauces. R D V $$

Koi Koi Sushi & Roll

450 W. Broad St., 703-237-0101, koikoisushi. com. The sushi is fresh and the vibe is fun. Teriyaki, tempura and bento boxes round out the menu. O L D $$

Kreole

2985 District Ave., 571-378-1721, kreoleseafood. com. Love seafood? Choose your preferred catch, pick a sauce and a spice level, and then pile on add-ons like sausage, ramen noodles or Old Bay fries. Or dig into a pile of steamed crabs. D $$ Lantern House Viet Bistro

1067 West Broad St., 703-268-2878, lantern houseva.com. Satisfy that craving for pho, noodles and banh mi at this family-owned Vietnamese eatery. L D G V $$

Lazy Mike’s Delicatessen

7049 Leesburg Pike, 703-532-5299, lazymikes deli.com. A Falls Church institution churning out homemade ice cream, packed sandwiches and breakfast faves. O CB R L D G V $

La Tingeria

626 S. Washington St., 571-316-6715. A popular food truck in Arlington since 2012, David Peña’s concept also has a brick-and-mortar location in Falls Church. The queso birria tacos are a must. Open Wednesday-Sunday. L D $

Little Saigon Restaurant

6218-B Wilson Blvd., 703-536-2633, littlesaigon restaurant.us. Authentic Vietnamese in a no-frills setting. O L D $$

Loving Hut

2842 Rogers Drive, 703-942-5622; lovinghut fallschurch.com. The Vietnamese-inspired vegan eatery offers menu items like rice vermicelli with barbecued soy protein and claypot rice with vegan “ham.” L D G V $$

MacMillan Whisky Room

2920 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 240-994-3905, themacmillan.com. More than 200 kinds of spirits are offered in tasting flights. The food menu includes U.K. and American pub standards. O R L D $$

Mark’s Duck House

6184-A Arlington Blvd., 703-532-2125. Though named for its specialty—Peking duck—it also offers plenty of other tantalizing options, such as short ribs, roasted pork and dim sum. R L D A V $$

Meaza Restaurant

5700 Columbia Pike, 703-820-2870, meazares

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taurant.com. Well-seasoned legumes and marinated beef are signatures in this vivid Ethiopian banquet hall. O C L D G V $$

Met Khao

6395 Seven Corners Center, 703-533-9480, padaekdc.com. Chef Seng Luangrath has transformed the former Padaek space into a fast-casual eatery serving Thai and Laotian fare. L D G V $

Miu Kee

6653 Arlington Blvd., 703-237-8884. Open late, this strip-mall hideaway offers Cantonese, Sichuan and Hunan dishes. L D A $$

Moby Dick House of Kabob

444 W. Broad St., 703-992-7500, mobyskabob.com. See Arlington listing. L D $$

Mom & Pop

2909 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 703-9920050, dolcezzagelato.com. The little glass cafe serves light fare, snacks, gelato, coffee, beer and wine. O B R L D A $$

Nhu Lan Sandwich

6763 Wilson Blvd., 703-532-9009, nhulancafe.com. This tiny Vietnamese deli at Eden Center is a favorite for banh mi sandwiches. L D V $

Northside Social Falls Church s 205 Park Ave., 703-992-8650, northsidesocial va.com. Come by in the morning for a breakfast sandwich and a latte. Return in the evening for a glass of wine and a plate of charcuterie, or a woodfired pizza. O B L D V $$

Nue

944 W. Broad St., 571-777-9599, nuevietnamese. com. The elegant Viet-modern menu (think grilled oysters, coconut-curry risotto and a seafood tower with yuzu nuoc cham) has a stunning space to match. R L D G $$$

Oath Pizza

2920 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 703-688-6284, oathpizza.com. The dough here is grilled and seared in avocado oil (for a crispy texture) and the toppings are certified humane. L D G V $$

Open Road

8100 Lee Highway, 571-395-4400, openroadmerri field.com. See Arlington listing. O C R L D $$ The Original Pancake House 7395-M Lee Highway, 703-698-6292, ophrestau rants.com. Satisfy your breakfast cravings with pancakes, crepes, waffles, French toast and more. C B R G V $

Our Mom Eugenia

2985 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 434-3394019, ourmomeugenia.com. This family-owned spot is beloved for its real-deal Greek fare, from saganaki to souvlaki. O L D $$

Panjshir Restaurant

114 E. Fairfax St., 703-536-4566, panjshirrestau rant.com. Carnivores go for the kebabs, but the vegetarian chalows elevate pumpkin, eggplant and spinach to new levels. O L D V $$

Parc de Ville

8926 Glass Alley (Mosaic District), 703-663-8931, parcdeville.com. Find French fare such as salmon rillettes, duck confit, tuna nicoise and steak frites at this spacious Parisian-style brasserie. Hit the rooftop lounge for cocktails. O R L D $$$

Peking Gourmet Inn

6029 Leesburg Pike, 703-671-8088, pekinggour met.com. At this James Beard Award semifinalist for “Outstanding Service,” it’s all about the crispy Peking duck. C L D G V $$

Pho 88

232 W. Broad St., 703-533-8233, pho88va.com. Vietnamese pho is the main attraction, but the

menu also includes noodle and rice dishes. Closed Tuesdays. L D $$

Pho Ga Vang

6767 Wilson Blvd., 571-375-8281, phogavang. com. Find more than 12 kinds of pho, plus other Vietnamese homestyle dishes at this Eden Center café. L D G $$

Plaka Grill

1216 W. Broad St., 703-639-0161, plakagrill.com. Pop in for super satisfying Greek eats—dolmas, souvlaki, moussaka, spanakopita. L D V $$ Preservation Biscuit

102 E. Fairfax St., 571-378-1757, preservation biscuit.com. Order the signature carb with housemade jams, or as a sandwich with fillers ranging from fried chicken to guac and egg. O C B L V $

Pupuseria La Familiar

308 S. Washington St., 703-995-2528, pupuseria lafamiliar.com. The family-owned Salvadoran eatery turns out pupusas, fried yucca, chicharron, carne asada and horchata. L D $$

Puzukan Tan

8114 Arlington Blvd., 571-395-4727, puzukantan. com. From brothers Sam and Kibum Kim comes this Korean barbecue destination featuring tabletop grills, dry-aged meats, banchan and ramen.

O L D $$$

Raaga Restaurant

5872 Leesburg Pike, 703-998-7000, raagarestau rant.com. Chicken tikka, lamb rogan josh and cardamom-infused desserts. O L D G V $$

Rare Bird Coffee Roasters

230 W. Broad St., 571-314-1711, rarebirdcoffee. com. Lara Berenji and Bryan Becker’s charming Little City café roasts its own beans and makes an artful latte. Try one of the seasonal specials. L D $ Rasa

2905 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 571-3780670, rasa.co. See Arlington listing. L D G V $

Red Apron Butcher

8298 Glass Alley (Mosaic District), 703-676-3550, redapronbutchery.com. The premium butcher shop and deli sells hot dogs, burgers, charcuterie, prime steaks and sandwiches. L D V $$

Rice Paper/Taste of Vietnam

6775 Wilson Blvd., 703-538-3888, ricepapertasteofvietnam.com. Try a combo platter of pork, seafood and ground beef with rice-paper wraps at this Eden Center favorite. L D G V $$

Roll Play

944 W. Broad St., 571-777-9983, rollplaygrill. com. Stop by this Founders Row eatery for Viet street foods such as banh mi, pho and build-yourown rice paper rolls. L D G V $$

Settle Down Easy Brewing

2822 Fallfax Drive, 703-573-2011, settledowneasy brewing.com. Pair a pint from the nanobrewery’s rotating beer list with tacos from neighboring El Tio Tex-Mex Grill. Closed Mondays. O L D $

Sfizi Café

800 W. Broad St., 703-533-1191, sfizi.com. A family-owned trattoria, deli and wine shop serving classic Italian fare—pasta, pizza, parm. L D $$

Silver Diner

8150 Porter Road, 703-204-0812, silverdiner.com. See Arlington listing. C B R L D A G V $$

Sisters Thai 2985 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 703-280-0429, sistersthai.com. The menu is traditionally Thai, but the vibe feels like you’re dining in your cool friend’s shabby-chic living room. L D G V $$

Solace Outpost

444 W. Broad St., 571-378-1469, solaceoutpost. com. The Little City microbrewery serves house-

brewed suds, plus fried chicken, five kinds of fries and wood-fired pizza. D A V $$

Spacebar

709 W. Broad St., 703-992-0777, spcbr.com. This diminutive and funky bar offers 24 craft beers on tap and 18 variations on the grilled cheese sandwich. D A V $$

Sweetgreen

2905 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 703-9927892, sweetgreen.com. See Arlington listing. O C L D G V $

Sweetwater Tavern

3066 Gatehouse Plaza, 703-645-8100, great americanrestaurants.com. A modern alehouse serving seafood, chicken, ribs, microbrews and growlers to go. C L D G $$$

Taco Bamba s 2190 Pimmit Drive, 703-639-0505, tacobambares taurant.com. Tacos range from traditional carne asada to the vegan “Iron Mike,” stuffed with cauliflower, salsa macha and mole verde. B L D $

Taco Rock

1116 W. Broad St., 703-760-3141, thetacorock. com. See Arlington listing. o B L D V $$

Takumi Sushi

310-B S. Washington St., 703-241-1128, takumi va.com. The sushi and sashimi here go beyond basic. Think tuna nigiri with Italian black truffle, or salmon with mango purée. Closed Sundays and Mondays. L D V $$

Ted’s Bulletin

2911 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 571-830-6680, tedsbulletinmerrifield.com. See Arlington listing.

C B R L D $$

Thompson Italian

124 N. Washington St., 703-269-0893, thompson italian.com. Gabe and Katherine Thompson’s celebrated kitchen turns out house-made pastas and some of the best desserts around. O C D $$$

Trio Grill

8100 Lee Highway, 703-992-9200, triomerrifield. com. Treat yourself to steaks, seafood, raw bar, craft cocktails and live piano music. O D $$$

True Food Kitchen s

2910 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 571-3261616, truefoodkitchen.com. See Arlington listing.

O C R L D $$$

Uncle Liu’s Hotpot

2972 Gallows Road, 703-560-6868, uncleliushot pot.com. Customers do the cooking in this eatery inspired by the ubiquitous hot pots of China’s Sichuan province. L D V $$

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Agora Tysons

7911 Westpark Drive, 703-663-8737, agoratysons. com. The Dupont Circle mezze restaurant brings its Turkish, Greek and Lebanese small plates to a second outpost in Tysons. R L D G V $$$

Amoo’s Restaurant

6271 Old Dominion Drive, 703-448-8500, amoos restaurant.com. The flavorful kebabs and stews are crowd pleasers at this hospitable Persian establishment. O C L D G V $$

Aracosia s

1381 Beverly Road, 703-269-3820, aracosia mclean.com. Score a table under strings of white lights on the covered patio and order savory Afghan specialties such as braised lamb shank and baadenjaan chalou (roasted eggplant with saffron rice). O L D V $$

Badd Pizza

6263 Old Dominion Drive, 703-356-2233, badd pizza.com. See Falls Church listing. L D $$

Big Buns Damn Good Burger Co. s 1340 Chain Bridge Road, 571-456-1640, eatbig buns.com. See Arlington listing. L D $$

Café Tatti French Bistro

6627 Old Dominion Drive, 703-790-5164, cafe tatti.com. Open since 1981, this romantic little bistro whips up classic French and continental fare. Closed Sundays. L D G V $$$

Call Your Mother Lil’ Deli

6216 Old Dominion Drive, 571-395-9097, call yourmotherdeli.com. The wildly popular “Jew-ish” deli serves bagel sandwiches and babka muffins from a pink trailer in the Chesterbrook Shopping Center. o b R L V $

Capri Ristorante Italiano

6825-K Redmond Drive, 703-288-4601, capri mcleanva.com. Known for tried-and-true dishes like spaghetti carbonara and veal Marsala. O C L D G V $$$

Circa

1675 Silver Hill Drive, 571-419-6272, circabistros. com. See Arlington listing. O L D V $$$

Eddie V’s Prime Seafood

7900 Tysons One Place, 703-442-4523, eddiev. com. Total steakhouse vibe, except with an emphasis on seafood (and steaks, too). L D G $$$$

Él Bebe

8354 Broad St., 571-378-0171, el-bebe.com. Feast on tamales, tacos, street corn, mole and tequila-based cocktails. C O L D V $$

El Tio Tex-Mex Grill

1433 Center St., 703-790-1910, eltiogrill.com. See Falls Church listing. L D $$

Esaan Tumbar

1307 Old Chain Bridge Road, 703-288-3901, esaanmclean.com. This tiny eatery specializes in northern Thai dishes—papaya salad, larb, nam tok. A good bet for those who like heat. L D $$ Fahrenheit Asian

1313 Dolley Madison Blvd., 703-646-8968, fahren heitasian.com. A no-frills destination for Sichuan spicy noodles, dumplings, mapo tofu and other Asian comfort foods. L D V $$

Fogo de Chao

1775 Tysons Blvd., 703-556-0200, fogodechao. com. This meaty chain showcases the Brazilian tradition of churrasco—the art of roasting meats over an open fire. R L D $$$

Founding Farmers

1800 Tysons Blvd., wearefoundingfarmers.com. The spacious farm-to-table restaurant features Virginia-sourced dishes and drinks. B R L D $$$

Han Palace

7900 Westpark Drive, 571-378-0162, hanpalace dimsum.com. Pay a visit to this all-day dim-sum emporium for made-to-order buns, dumplings, crepes, roast duck and noodles. L D $$

Ichiban Sushi

6821-A Old Dominion Drive, 703-48-9117, ichiban sushimclean.com. A neighborhood go-to for sushi, udon, tempura and teriyaki. Closed Sundays. L D $$

J. Gilbert’s

6930 Old Dominion Drive, 703-893-1034, jgil berts.com. Everything you’d expect in a steakhouse and lots of it—prime cuts of beef, lobster, wedge salad, steak-cut fries and cheesecake. C R L D G V $$$

Joon

8045 Leesburg Pike, 571-378-1390, eatjoon.com.

Savor refined Persian dishes such as lamb-pistachio meatballs with pomegranate glaze and rotisserie-style duck with sour-cherry rice.

L D G V $$$$

Kazan Restaurant

6813 Redmond Drive, 703-734-1960, kazanrestau rant.com. Zeynel Uzun’s white-tablecloth restaurant, a fixture since 1980, is a nice spot for kebabs, baklava and Turkish coffee. L D V $$

The Kitchen Collective 8045 Leesburg Pike, Suite L160, 571-378-0209, tkcfoodhall.com. The takeout-only “virtual food hall” has pizza, kebabs, acai bowls, cookies and much more. C L D G V $$

Kura Sushi

8461 Leesburg Pike, 571-544-7122, kurasushi. com. Choose maki and nigiri from a revolving conveyor belt at this Tysons sushi bar, where drinks are served by a robot. L D G V $$

Lebanese Taverna

1840 International Drive, 703-847-5244, lebanesetaverna.com. See Arlington listing.

O C L D G V $$

Lost Dog Café

1690-A Anderson Road, 703-356-5678, lostdog cafe.com. See Arlington listing. L D $$

Maman Joon 1408 Chain Bridge Road, 571-342-4838, maman joonkitchen.com. Find dolmeh, falafel, lamb shank and kebabs (plus a built-in Z Burger with shakes in 75 flavors) at this Persian eatery. L D V $$

Masala Indian Cuisine

1394 Chain Bridge Road,703-462-9699, masa lava.com. A specialty here are “momos,” Nepalese dumplings with meat or vegetable fillings. The menu also includes tandoori biryani and Indian curries. L D V $$

MayBar 8045 Leesburg Pike, 571-378-1390. Snack on tuna tartare, hummus with dry-aged duck and Turkish flatbread with ground lamb at this bar and patio adjoining upscale Persian restaurant Joon. From the cocktail menu, try the Tehrooni Negroni (gin, blanc vermouth, bergamot orange liqueur, saffron ice, mint and basil). O L D G V $$$

McLean Family Restaurant 1321 Chain Bridge Road, 703-356-9883, themcleanfamilyrestaurant.com. Pancakes, gyros and big plates of lasagna hit the spot. Breakfast served until 3 p.m. daily. C B L D V $$

Miyagi Restaurant

6719 Curran St., 703-893-0116. The diminutive sushi bar gets high marks for its friendly service and fresh maki and nigiri. L D $$

Moby Dick House of Kabob 6854 Old Dominion Drive, 703-448-8448; 1500 Cornerside Blvd., 703-734-7000; mobyskabob.com. See Arlington listing. L D $$

Mylo’s Grill

6238 Old Dominion Drive, 703-533-5880, mylos grill.com. Enjoy spanakopita, souvlaki and American classics like burgers and cheesesteaks. Friday is prime-rib night. O B L D $$

Ometeo

1640 Capital One Drive N., 703-748-7170, ometeo texmex.com. An upscale “texmexeria” with Mexican renditions of duck, venison, beef and a wide variety of sea creatures. O L D G $$$

Pasa-Thai Restaurant

1315 Old Chain Bridge Road, 703-442-0090, pasa thaimclean.com. Go for a classic Bangkok curry, or a chef’s special such as spicy fried rockfish with chili-basil-garlic sauce. O L D $$

Patsy’s American 8051 Leesburg Pike (Tysons), 703-552-5100, pat sysamerican.com. For those who find comfort in the familiar, Patsy’s serves greatest-hit dishes from other Great American Restaurants properties in a space resembling a vintage railway station. O C R L D A G V $$

Peter Chang McLean

6715 Lowell Ave., 571-405-6686, peterchang mclean.com. See Arlington listing. L D G V $$ Pikoteo 6811 Elm St., 703-891-0123, pikoteo-usa.com. Escape to warmer climes with Latin and Caribbean delights such as ceviche, arepas, mofongo, smoked pork ribs and arroz con pollo. O R L D $$

Pulcinella Italian Kitchen

1310 Chain Bridge Road, 703-893-7777, pulcinellarestaurant.com. A stop for classic spaghetti and meatballs, linguine and clams and wood-fired pizza since 1985. L D $$

Randy’s Prime Seafood & Steaks

8051 Leesburg Pike (Tysons), 703-552-5110, randysprime.com. Treat yourself to prime cuts, duck-fat fries, seafood towers, massive slabs of chocolate cake and other steakhouse standards. L D G $$$$

Rocco’s Italian

1357 Chain Bridge Road, 703-821-3736, roccos italian.com. The Juliano family makes everything in-house from family recipes, including minestrone, pizza, calzones, subs, pasta and cannoli. O C L D G $$

Roots Kitchen & Bar

8100 Old Dominion Drive, 703-712-7850, roots provisions.com. Find sandwiches, smoothies, salads, espresso drinks, pie, cocktails and grab-andgo snacks and pantry staples. B L G V $

Silver Diner

8101 Fletcher St., 703-821-5666, silverdiner.com. See Arlington listing. C B R L D A G V $$

Simply Fresh

6811 Elm St., 703-821-1869, simplyfreshva. com. A local favorite for pulled pork, chicken and brisket. Plus Greek diner fare, family-style takeout meals and breakfast. O C B L D G V $

Starr Hill Biergarten

1805 Capital One Drive, starrhill.com. Anchoring an 11-story-high sky park, this indoor-outdoor beer garden offers more than 20 brews on tap, and snacks like soft pretzels with beer cheese. O C L D V $

Stellina Pizzeria

1610 Capital One Drive, stellinapizzeria.com. See Arlington listing. D V $$

Sushi Umi

7599 Colshire Drive, 571-378-0903, sushiumiva. com. Stop in for Wagyu beef and fried chicken bowls, and sushi. Closed Sundays. L D $$

Tachibana

6715 Lowell Ave., 703-847-1771, tachibana.us. Stellar sushi aside, the chef’s specials here include starters such as clam miso soup, monkfish paté and savory egg custard. C L D $$

The Union

1379 Beverly Road, 703-356-0129, theunionres taurant.us. An eclectic, global menu from Giridhar Sastry, former executive chef of the Mayflower Hotel in D.C. o C L D $$

Wren

1825 Capitol One Drive S., thewatermarkhotel. com. Topping the Watermark Hotel, chef Yo Matsuzaki’s sleek izakaya offers Japanese American fare (hamachi tartare, Wagyu burgers, miso-marinated sea bass), stupendous cocktails and sweeping skyline views. D G V $$$

shop local

“I work in a very organic, very natural style,” says Lisette Bez, who has been creating jewelry from her home studio in Falls Church since 2017 under the name Metal & Stone Creations. Intricate leaves, serpentine forms and celestial stars are recurring motifs in wearable pieces such as necklaces (starting at $80), earrings ($40-$65) and rings (starting at $65).

Bez’s journey as an artist began in the lush landscapes of the Andean highlands of Ecuador, her mother’s homeland. She was spending time with family in Quito in 2015, after the death of her partner, when her cousin suggested she find a way to channel her grief. She began taking jewelry classes and, over the course of a year, learned the traditional jewelry-making techniques of the region. “I could put all my emotions into making something really special,” she explains. “And I think that gave birth to everything that I’ve continued to do.”

by Colleen Kennedy

Today, Bez continues to draw inspiration from the natural world, whether she’s hiking local parks with her Boston Terrier mix, Picasso, or exploring the South American rainforest. “When I’m walking in the woods, I love looking at little things—mushrooms growing or the way vines curve around the trees,” she says. “I really take in all the elements.”

To minimize her environmental impact, she crafts exclusively with sustainable stones, Rainforest Allianceprovided metals, and recycled gold and silver. For commissioned pieces, she often works with clients to upcycle family heirlooms or melt down and resurrect unloved jewelry into something new. To visualize a new piece, she may sculpt the design in wax before casting. She also offers jewelry making workshops and classes in Arlington and Falls Church. metalandstone-creations.com

Sabrina Cabada’s portfolio is overflowing with vibrant, vintage-inspired portraits of bold and audacious women. Her muses—often based on photos she’s found online—tend to be daring and rebellious, iconoclastic and teasingly confrontational.

“They’re not all beautiful, perfect women,” explains the figurative painter, who lives in Falls Church. “I like the fact that they’re being naughty or smoking cigarettes. I tend to do a lot of sunglasses-wearing women, because I just think it’s a cool look.”

There’s a certain playfulness in their gestures, paired with bright colors and retro background patterns. Water is a recurring theme in acrylic and oil depictions of women in bathtubs, swimming pools and bohemian beach attire. (Her smallest canvases and prints start at $200.)

Art runs in Cabada’s family. Her father, Javier, is an acclaimed abstract painter, originally from Barcelona. Her mother, Consuelo, a savvy art dealer, managed the Aaron Gallery in D.C.’s Dupont Circle for 25 years before her death in 2007.

Steeped in the art world from a young age, Cabada staged her first solo exhibition at age 19. In 2017, she was commissioned to paint a series of 12 large murals at Mission Lofts on Columbia Pike. “I’ve done other things over the years,” she says, “but I really can’t live without painting and creating.”

In March, she opened Cabada Contemporary, a new gallery space at Canal Square in Georgetown. The inaugural exhibition, “Bloom,” featured works by both Cabada and her father, as well as Richmond-based artist Edward Alan Gross. sabrinacabada.com; cabada contemporary.com

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Sabrina Cabada, “Love Me Less” (acrylic and oil on canvas)

Jersey’s Island Gem

The 7-mile barrier island anchored by Avalon and Stone Harbor is a beach, birding and pampering paradise.

BY CHRISTINE KOUBEK FLYNN

“BE WARNED, at the end you’ll hear bird sounds, and cool water will rain down,” said Stephanie Vanwold, a Salt Spa staffer, as she prepared to leave me to the shimmering, private Turkish bath. I was visiting the Salt Spa at The Reeds at Shelter Haven in Stone Harbor, curious to try something new.

Step one of the 45-minute experience was to exfoliate my arms and legs with spoonfuls of Himalayan salt, then rinse with warm water from one of the handheld showerheads that dot the room.

Next: mud, beautifully displayed in chunky smudges alongside flowers on a tray, with golden cursive instructions indicating where to put each mud type—face, chest, stomach, back, and arms and legs.

Once finished, I likely looked like an earth-toned zebra wandering the mist-filled room to the sound of soft piano music. As the medicinal muds worked their magic to purportedly boost my immune system, relieve muscle tension and remove toxins from my body, I grabbed a towel and laid back on a bench to watch the twinkling Swarovski crystal night “sky” dance with color. I’ll admit that after about 30 minutes

of relaxed listening and light-gazing, I multitasked with a few Pilates stretches.

And then the birds sounded as cool water rained from the ceiling to rinse me of the muds. By the time I reached the locker room to get dressed, I realized: one, my skin felt smooth as butter, and two, this is not your average mid-Atlantic beach vacation experience. Then again, this 7-mile barrier island off New Jersey’s southern coast is full of unique experiences.

Quieter and smaller than Ocean City, New Jersey, to the north, and Cape May, their famous neighbor to the south, the bike-friendly towns of Avalon and Stone Harbor are known for surfable waves and well-groomed sand, ball fields, court-filled recreation areas and high-end real estate. (Home values here average $2.3 million or more, according to Zillow.)

The island also boasts a stretch of maritime forest teeming with migrating butterflies and rare shorebirds (such as the American oystercatcher and piping plover), and the 21½-acre Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary, a popular spot for herons and a National Park Service national landmark.

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Of the two towns, Avalon’s architecture is a bit more modern, with a nice selection of shops and restaurants occupying a blocks-long swath of Dune Drive. Stone Harbor’s vibe is more “quintessential shore town,” with brick buildings, storefronts tucked in alleyways, and several unique shops and cafes. A very young Taylor Swift occasionally played the guitar at Coffee Talk when her family summered in Stone Harbor (photos on its wall offer proof).

In recent years, a trio of boutique hotels—two oceanfront, one bayside—debuted in a lodging landscape once dominated by lovely rental homes (many quite large), condos and a smattering of mom-and-pop motels. The new properties have broadened the vacation options here, from shorter stays to a beach week that begins and ends on a Tuesday, for example, to avoid heavy traffic on busy turnover days for rental homes.

When there’s no traffic, the towns are an easy drive, about four hours from Arlington. In traffic? All bets are off. (The Cape May-Lewes Ferry can be the better option during peak travel times.)

Beachside Sunrise

Sipping coffee on a balcony at daybreak and then taking a decadent midday nap while a salty beach breeze wafts through the room is my definition of

a dream beach getaway. You can have that and more at the oceanfront Icona Avalon, a 159-room hotel that opened in 2016 as a partial rebuild. The decor feels like a cross between a Cape Cod inn and a high-end Nantucket beach home done up in sea blues and white with nautical touches throughout.

The hotel offers more than a dozen room types, from small studios to suites that can accommodate up to eight guests. Every room features custom furniture, Carrara marble in the bathroom, pillowtop mattresses, a flatscreen television, compact fridge, microwave, Keurig coffeemaker and a

The Reeds at Shelter Haven

Catamarans on Stone Harbor beach

The pool and hot tub at ICONA Avalon

balcony or a terrace. Depending on the room type, you might also find custom headboards, sofa sleepers, glass showers, a galley kitchen with natural stone countertops, and various balcony and terrace configurations. Some East Wing rooms and suites have balconies close to the ocean and dunes but visible to one another, while the West Wing’s ocean-facing rooms are set farther back with angled balconies that are a bit more private.

Outdoor perks include umbrellas and lounge chairs set up on the beach, a large heated pool and spa pool, and a sundeck with luxury cabana rentals, plus an alfresco bar that is often the site of live music. Complimentary Starbucks coffee and a selection of teas are set out each morning at Shimmers Bistro near a cozy sitting area. The onsite Avalon Brew Pub serves up craft beers, including their namesake IPAs, Belgian-style beers and a pale lager, all brewed in-house to go along with the pub-style menu.

Sister-property Icona Windrift , which Icona bought and renovated in 2021, also features crisp nautical decor, with a dozen more room types, plus three- and four-bedroom condos.

Behind Windrift’s all-glass, ocean-facing facade are many ways to dine with an ocean view. Avalon Prime, a high-end steak house, is a Wine Spectator Award winner. A signature lounge with piano bar-inspired ambience stages live music. Other on-site eateries offer brick oven pizza, fresh sushi, a wide selection of

beers, live sports on flat-screen TVs, and sweeping ocean views on levels two and three. Outdoors, enjoy a drink on a poolside lounge near the Tiki Bar.

The two Icona properties are Avalon’s only beachfront hotels. Situated at the town’s southern end, they are about a mile’s stroll to Stone Harbor’s town center. Leave the car and take the complimentary shuttle, which runs throughout the island between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m.

Bayside Sunset

On the bay side, The Reeds at Shelter Haven in Stone Harbor manages to cater to both serenity seekers and families, thanks to fun activities that keep kids occupied and the decision not to book weddings in the summer months.

Voted New Jersey’s Best Hotel in 2019 by Condé Nast Traveler readers, the 58room boutique hotel opened in 2013 with 37 rooms, then added the two-story Salt Spa wellness center and 21 additional coastal chic rooms in 2019.

“We have many guests who book a week here instead of their former rental home,” says Diane Wade, The Reeds’ guest services manager. “They like the ease of all the activities and not having to pack linens.”

Here, the lineup of things to do includes complimentary yoga in the roof garden, paddleboarding and kayaking on the bay, live music, and trivia nights in the nautical-themed Crew Room. The hotel’s beach concierge service drives guests the couple-blocks walk it would be to the beach, then sets up chairs, tow-

The Reeds at Shelter Haven

The Avalon boardwalk

Bird-watchers in Stone Harbor

Stone Harbor & Avalon, NJ

If You Go

Where to Eat

Fred’s Tavern & Liquor Store (fredstavern. net), a favorite with locals and regular visitors, is prized for its friendly bartenders and an eclectic menu with options ranging from Asian lettuce wraps to a great selection of salads and burgers, including a delicious patty melt with sweet potato fries. The liquor store is next door to the tavern. Date night haunts include seafood-focused The Diving Horse (thedivinghorseavalon.com) and Spiaggetta (spiaggettanj.com) for Roman-inspired cuisine.

For a light breakfast, grab coffee, tea and a bagel at Café Noir (cafenoirsh. com), or pop in to Pure Juice + Kitchen (purejuiceandkitchen.com) for an all organic and mostly locally sourced menu of teas, superfood lattes and smoothies, handcrafted toasts and breakfast bowls. Try the Apple Spice Oatmeal Bowl, made with oats, almond butter, apples, maple syrup, and pumpkin and hemp seeds. Browse the Sunday morning Stone Harbor Farmers Market at Water Tower Plaza for fresh seafood, flowers, produce, baked goods and specialty spices.

A trip to Stone Harbor is incomplete without a sweet treat from Springer’s Homemade Ice Cream (springersicecream. com). Its abundant list of flavors includes chocolate- and vanilla-based choices along with a few twists, like butter almond. Also worth a taste: banana peanut butter and, when available, the Christmas in July “Buddy’s Breakfast,” which blends cookie dough ice cream with marshmallows, rainbow jimmies, fudge swirl and mini PopTarts pieces (maple syrup optional).

Where to Shop

While there are a handful of popular brand stores—Vineyard Vines in Avalon, Anthropologie and Life Is Good in Stone Harbor—many shops are independently owned and reflective of the proprietors’ talents and tastes. At Blue Eden’s sideby-side Sea Foam Soap Co. and Just BE Candle Co. stores (seafoamsoapcompany. com) find intoxicatingly scented soy candles, and soaps and lotions made from goat milk and honey, all crafted in Stone Harbor. This summer you can make a candle in Blue Eden workshops at The Reeds at Shelter Haven hotel.

Learn about horseshoe crabs at The Wetlands Institute.

The Wayward Gardener gift shop in Stone Harbor

The Diving Horse in Avalon

Move on from olfactory shopping to taste-testing premium imported extra virgin olive oils and aged balsamic vinegars at The Well Dressed Olive (thewelldressedolive. com). Then “think outside the pot,” as Wayward Gardener (wayward-gardener.com) describes its wares—plants plus eclectic Zen-themed gifts, multicolored capiz shell strands and more. Head to Hoys 5 & 10 (hoys510.com) for beach gear, toys, surf apparel and souvenirs. Pick up a good beach read at Avalon’s indie bookstore Beach Bound Books (facebook.com/stoneharborbookshop) or Stone Harbor’s Barrier Island Books & Art (facebook.com/ barrierislandbooksart/).

Where to Connect with Nature

Pick your pleasure from the many offerings at The Wetlands Institute (wetlandsinstitute.org), whether it’s one of their Salt Marsh Safari tours led by a naturalist, attending a “creature feature” to learn about turtles and horseshoe crabs up close, or donning waders and helping drag a seine through the water to find shrimp, fish and other aquatic life. Chat up one of the warm and welcoming staff members to learn about the osprey nests, and don’t miss the walking bridge over the marsh, rooftop tower overlook, or the gift shop full of clever nature-themed items.

Before European settlement and development, mid-Atlantic barrier islands were largely covered with maritime forests that gradually gave way to shrub forests, then meadows, grasses, dunes and finally the beach. Walk the Avalon Dune and Beach Trail (avalonduneandbeachtrail.com) to explore one of the few remaining forests of this kind.

Where to Stay

Icona Avalon, 7849 Dune Drive, Avalon, New Jersey, 609551-0101, icona.com/avalon. Rates begin at $529.

Icona Windrift, 105 80th St., Avalon, New Jersey, 609368-5175, icona.com/windrift. Rates begin at $529. The Reeds at Shelter Haven, 9601 Third Ave., Stone Harbor, New Jersey, 609-368-0100, reedsatshelterhaven. com. Rates begin at $524.

els and umbrellas. Beach butlers serve a complimentary sweet treat (such as frozen pops or ice cream) in the afternoon, and deliver other sustenance ordered from The Reeds’ beach menu.

Get out on the water in The Reeds at Sea boat, which is available to rent by the hour and comes complete with a captain to navigate around the back bays while passengers nibble on snacks. Or play at Island Water Sports, an aqua park next door to The Reeds with floating inflatables ready for climbing, WaveRunner rentals and tubing parties for kids.

Indoors, the Salt Spa, with its treatment rooms, Turkish bath and “brine lounge” (a light-therapy room with a waterfall), makes for a peaceful escape.

A partnership with Stone Harbor Recreation offers kids the opportunity to play baseball, soccer, T-ball, flag football and peewee soccer, or go crabbing and fishing. Willow Creek Winery and Avalon Golf Club packages round out The Reeds’ offerings.

After an active (or not) day, catch the sunset with a cocktail at The Reeds’ open-air Water Star Grille, then have a date night at the elegant SAX restaurant and its convivial lounge. Order a mezze plate to start, then try the pan-roasted Scottish salmon filet with beluga black lentils, white asparagus, and sauteed kale and spinach. Leave room for the delicious chocolate brownie bites left on the nightstand during turndown service.

Rooms and suites feature white oak floors, Egyptian cotton linens, wonderfully smooshy pillows (plus firmer options) and Frette bathrobes. The two-bedroom, two-bathroom Salt Suite, located in the newer building’s third-floor turret, has a living room with a fireplace. ■

Christine Koubek Flynn reports on what is new and notable in mid-Atlantic travel in our Get Away column. Her stories have also appeared in The Washington Post and Coastal Living among others, and she teaches writing workshops at The Writer’s Center in Bethesda.

Dune Drive in Avalon

A nature trail in Stone Harbor

On the Boardwalk

Located a short walk from Bethany Beach’s oceanfront shops and bandstand, the Bethany Beach Ocean Suites Residence Inn by Marriott is not your average chain hotel. Fully renovated in 2023, the Delaware property feels like a coastal inn, boasting 112 spacious suites (each with a private balcony or terrace to enjoy the sound of the sea), a heated indoor/outdoor saltwater pool, and Via Sophia by the Sea, a restaurant serving pasta and seafood dishes, including a delicious salmon with wild mushrooms and walnut gremolata. Dine indoors at the bar, or alfresco on the ocean-facing covered porch. The hotel’s living room-style lobby is dotted with cozy seating areas where you can relax, dine with your dog on food ordered at Via Sophia’s bar, or chat with fellow guests.

Hints of balsam and juniper berry waft through guest suite hallways (thanks to scent dispensers). The onebedroom and studio suites include a king or two queen beds—each with a comfortable mattress and duvet— plus a sofa bed, bathroom with a walk-in shower (some rooms have tubs), and kitchenette with a full-size refrigerator, cooktop, microwave and dishwasher (note there is no oven). A handful of first-floor suites have walkout terraces just a few steps above Bethany’s boardwalk, making it easy to dash past the dunes to catch the sunrise from the beach.

Take a short stroll for freshly made empanadas and tasty handcrafted pizzas at Lili’s Place, then stop next door at Maureen’s Ice Cream + Desserts for smoothies, coffee drinks and ice cream. Better still, enjoy those with a good read from Bethany Beach Books.

The inn’s summer activities for kids include a mermaid swim, face

painting, a magician, movies, and arts and crafts. Bike rentals are available on-site. Suite rates begin at $709 per night and include coffee and tea throughout the day and a full breakfast buffet. Bethany Beach Ocean Suites Residence Inn by Marriott, 99 Hollywood St., Bethany Beach, Delaware, 302-539-3200, marriott.com

The Bethany Beach Ocean Suites Residence Inn

BARRY HARLEY (BOARDWALK); COURTESY PHOTOS (ROOM, COCKTAILS)

■ by Christine Koubek Flynn

Bike the Tracks

Chat it up as you pedal alongside the Great Allegheny Passage on a tandem or quad rail bike from Tracks and Yaks. Opened in Frostburg, Maryland, in May 2021, Tracks and Yaks tours depart from the historic Frostburg Depot and run along Western Maryland Scenic Railroad’s smooth steel tracks, offering gorgeous mountain views and a fun jaunt through the 914-foot Brush Tunnel.

The rides, which are all guided, are leisurely paced and the bikes are easy to handle, making the tours accessible for people of all ages. A variety of tours are available, including the popular Helmstetter Hotshot, a 10-mile, two-hour pedal through the most scenic part of the railway, with a shuttle bus return (from $99 for a tandem bike). Or try the Track and Yak Express, a threehour tour that pairs a 10-mile rail bike ride with a 3-mile kayak or tube float on the North Branch of the Potomac River (from $139).

Yet another option combines rail biking with a return trip aboard the Western Maryland Scenic

Railroad’s Frostburg Flyer.

A second Tracks and Yaks location in Berlin, Maryland, about a 30-minute drive from Bethany Beach, opened in July 2023 and offers a 6-mile, 1½-hour tour, or a 13-mile, 2½-hour tour on straight and level tracks. Both traverse farmland, wetland and coastal forests of pine. The longer excursion includes a stop at the historic Queponco train depot, now a

museum dedicated to the history of the railroad and its importance on the Eastern Shore. Be sure to pack water, sunscreen, snacks and closedtoe shoes. Open six days a week (closed on Tuesdays) throughout the summer. Visit the website for tour schedules and prices. Tracks and Yaks, 19 Depot St., Frostburg, Maryland, 301-349-3699; 115 Broad St., Berlin, Maryland, 443-856-3309, tracksandyaks.com

Tracks and Yaks rail bike tours

Pair a bike tour with a float on the Potomac.

Go Glamping

Opened in June 2023

with a halfmile bayfront promenade, Sun Outdoors Chincoteague Bay is a haven of outdoor fun complete with a pool, playground, pickleball courts and a private fishing pier (no fishing license needed). Choose a glamping tent, cottage or RV site to set up your home away from home.

Each of the 28 khaki-colored, wood-framed glamping tents has air conditioning and heating, a full bathroom, kitchenette (with minifridge, microwave and stovetop), twin bunk beds sleeping area, private bedroom with a queen bed, and covered porch with a picnic table. Community firepits with Adirondack chairs are scattered around the tent area. All glamping tents are nonsmoking and inaccessible by car; however, golf cart rentals are available. There are no locks on the tents, and pets are not permitted.

The 24 waterfront and 16 waterview cottages, painted sailor blue, are pet-friendly. Each has a kitchen, full bathroom, set of twin

bunk beds and separate queen-bed bedroom, plus a screened porch, patio and picnic table. Waterview cottages also have rooftop decks.

Sun Outdoors’ 149 petfriendly RV sites are closest to the bathhouses, pool and camp store. Full hookup back-in RV sites offer 20-, 30- and 50-amp electric service. Site amenities include Wi-Fi, a picnic table and a fire ring. Check the events schedule for live music on the pool deck and wine tasting nights. Off property, explore nearby Assateague Island National Seashore, Assateague

Lighthouse and Maui Jack’s Waterpark (discounted tickets are available at Sun Outdoors’ welcome center). Rent an open-air “Moke” road vehicle—they look like a cross between a jeep and a golf cart—to make cruising the attractions part of your fun; rentals are available on-site for $195 per day.

Nightly rates begin at $80 for an RV site, $300 for a cottage, and $200 for a glamping tent. Sun Outdoors Chincoteague Bay, 2272 Main St., Chincoteague, Virginia, 855-462-3423, sunoutdoors.com

An open-air “Moke” road vehicle

back story ■ by

Kim O’Connell

Crash Course

Remembering the day a pilot narrowly averted disaster in an Arlington schoolyard

IT WAS A DAY many dreaded. On Thursday, May 12, 1988, the last-period P.E. students at Bishop O’Connell High School had to run a timed mile on the track. If they were too slow, the teachers would make them do it again later.

Sophomore Rosemary Kennedy (née Pellegrino) was lined up in front, determined to finish fast. She and her pal Lori Haralampus were running shoulder to shoulder down the straightaway when suddenly Lori shoved Rosemary to the ground.

It took a moment before Rosemary registered two things: First, a small plane had crashed onto the field, its landing gear and wing missing her by inches. Second, Lori’s quick action had

probably saved her from serious injury or worse. “It was so close,” says Kennedy, who now lives in Manassas. “I can still see it when I close my eyes. After the plane went over us, it hit the bottom part of the field before it went back up, bounced and [crashed into] the fence.”

That morning, a single-engine Piper Cherokee with two occupants, pilot Ed Sanchez and passenger Dick Sheeringa, had departed from Toronto, Ontario, en route to Raleigh, North Carolina. Sanchez had planned to refuel at what was then Washington National Airport, but the plane’s instrumentation was faulty, indicating they had more fuel than they did.

At 2:24 p.m., Sanchez radioed air

traffic control that they were out of gas and would need to make an emergency landing. The pilot aimed to set the plane down on an empty field next to the school, but the aircraft descended too quickly, and he settled on the football field, maneuvering around 100 or so kids before nosing into an embankment and chain-link fence.

While P.E. teachers gathered students together on the field, a school official inside the building announced that a plane had crashed and that students were to stay in their classrooms. That didn’t stop some from climbing out windows to get a better view.

Remarkably, no students or teachers were injured, and the pilot and passenger escaped with only cuts and bruises.

Their memories have no doubt lasted longer than those minor bumps and scrapes.

“Every now and then, if I see a plane that looks like it’s oddly coming down out of the sky, I’m like, ‘Let’s move out of the way,’ ” Kennedy says. “I will keep my eye on it.” ■

A crash landing at Bishop O’Connell in 1988