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Marilyn Q. Nguyen, MD

Specialties:

Plastic Surgery
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Marilyn Nguyen, MD received her Bachelor’s Degree from Duke University in 2002, graduating on the Dean’s list. After college, Dr. Nguyen attended University of Texas – Southwestern for Medical School where she graduated in 2006. During her time in Medical School, she received the Hudson Penn Award for the most outstanding surgery student, and was a member of the AOA society. She went on to complete her residency at Baylor College of Medicine in 2012, and afterward was a Microsurgical Breast Reconstruction Fellow at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland.

Dr. Nguyen remained in Baltimore for two years after completing her fellowship, working as a Plastic Surgeon at Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group. She moved to the DC area to work for MAPMG in 2015. In 2017 she served as Chief of Department for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at MAPMG, before joining VHC Health Physicians in the fall of 2018.

Dr. Nguyen has a personal, individualized approach to patient care, and values an attention to detail. She always tries to tailor procedures to fit what is both medically best for the patient, and what suits each patient’s individual goals and life situation. She has a particular clinical interest in all methods of breast reconstruction, including implant-based and autologous/DIEP flap reconstruction.

Dr. Nguyen is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery. She is fluent in English and conversational Vietnamese, and is currently accepting new patients.

Outside of work, Dr. Nguyen enjoys hiking, diving, and spending time with her husband, family and two dogs.

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Gender:

Female

Languages:

English and Vietnamese

Education

2006
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX

Residency

2012
Baylor College of Medicine - Plastic Surgery Integrated Residency, Houston, TX

Fellowship

2013
Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD

Internships

2007
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX

Honors, Awards, etc.

  • Named a 2024 Virginia Business Magazine Top Doctor - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Named a 2024 Northern Virginia Top Doctor - Plastic Surgery
  • Named a 2024 Top Doc in Arlington Magazine - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 
  • Named a 2024 Virginia Business Journal Top Doctor - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 
  • Named a 2023 Top Doc in Arlington Magazine - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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Reviews

5.0
November 05, 2024
Very positive experience each time I see Dr. Nguyen. She listens to my concerns, explains options, and is empathetic.
5.0
October 28, 2024
Dr. Ngyuen's expertise, compassion and thoughtfulness were all exemplary--I would recommend her to anyone.
5.0
October 11, 2024
Dr. Nguyen is wonderful and I feel confident in our plan for my surgery.
5.0
September 25, 2024
Dr. Nguyen is unfailingly informed, informative, and responsive.
5.0
September 01, 2024
Dr. Nguyen is always a caring professional who actively listens to my concerns and provides an excellent way forward.
4.33
July 24, 2024
Left some questions to be answered by breast surgeon and oncologist.
5.0
July 11, 2024
I am so grateful to Dr. Nguyen! She's an amazing surgeon, and I know that I'm in great hands!
4.8
June 19, 2024
Perform an excellent procedure
5.0
June 18, 2024
Already recommended Dr. Nguyen to a friend.
5.0
May 29, 2024
Very professional & reassuring but realistic expectations set.
5.0
May 27, 2024
Dr Nguyen is a clear communicator; she inspires trust, listens, and presents as very qualified.
5.0
May 20, 2024
Pleasant visit.
5.0
April 24, 2024
Dr. Nguyen is a total professional-knowledgeable, responsive, thoughtful, and considerate. I would recommend her highly.
5.0
February 26, 2024
Staff and Surgeon are genuinely concerned and knowledgeable and take all health cares and concerns seriously and respectfully.
5.0
February 15, 2024
Very prepared, well dressed, clean appearances, always listen and take her time to patient on every visit.