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Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Vascular Surgery
Yale School of Medicine (2009)
Professional interests include: arterial thrombosis, embolectomy, peripheral vascular disease, and more.
25500 Point Lookout Road Suite P200
Leonardtown, MD 20650

Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD is a vascular surgeon in Washington, DC specializing in vascular surgery. He graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 2009 and has 16 years of experience. Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD is affiliated with MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, MedStar Health, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, MedStar Harbor Hospital, MedStar St Mary's Hospital and MEDSTAR HEART INSTITUTE LLC.

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Office Locations

Address:

106 Irving Street NW Physician Office Building, Suite 3150
Washington, DC 20010

Address:

25500 Point Lookout Road Suite P200
Leonardtown, MD 20650

Some issues Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD can help you with:

Angiogram (Angiography)

Angiography is the use of x-rays to examine blood vessels, especially in order to identify any blocked or misshapen vessels that may cause problems. The test itself is called an angiogram. Some of the disorders that angiograms can be used to diagnose include:

  • Blockages and narrowing
  • Weakened walls and bulging, called an aneurysm
  • Malformations and misshapen blood vessels
  • Kidney artery conditions
  • Aorta artery conditions
  • Vein problems, including deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and blood clots or embolisms

During an angiogram, the doctor inserts a very thin, flexible tube called a catheter into a blood vessel through an opening in the groin or arm. The catheter is threaded through the body to the site of the suspected problem, where a small amount of dye is injected into the bloodstream and x-rays are taken. The dye makes the surrounding blood vessels visible via x-ray.

If necessary, certain procedures can be performed after an angiogram while the catheter is in place. Angioplasty is the use of a catheter to widen narrowed or blocked arteries. Stents are like tiny coiled springs that hold blood vessels open, and they can be placed during a catheterization. Damaged heart valves can also be repaired or replaced.

A typical angiogram takes about an hour to perform, but it may be longer if the catheterization is used to perform procedures on the blood vessels. It may be uncomfortable at times but is usually not painful. Afterwards, patients may be monitored for up to six hours to make sure any bleeding from the insertion site has stopped. They are given fluids to help flush the dye from their body. For a day or two after an angiogram it is important for patients to drink plenty of fluids and keep strenuous activity to a minimum.

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.

During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.

The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.

Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.

Peripheral Bypass Surgery

Peripheral bypass surgery is a procedure that reroutes blood flow around a blockage in the arteries of the arms or legs. Atherosclerosis, or plaque buildup, can affect these arteries in a condition called peripheral artery disease or PAD. A thick, waxy substance composed of cholesterol and minerals builds up within the blood vessels, and in severe cases it can clog arteries. Without enough blood getting to the muscles, patients can experience weakness and pain. Peripheral bypass surgery opens up a new pathway for blood to flow where it is needed. Sometimes peripheral bypass surgery is used when arteries are damaged, for instance, by a severe injury. While it can be performed in the arms, it is most commonly done in the calf, knee, thigh, or hip.

During surgery, the blockage is identified, and an incision is made to expose the artery. The surgeon prepares a tube, called a graft, to be used as the bypass. Sometimes this tube is synthetic, and sometimes a piece of the patient's own vein or artery is used. The ends of the bypass graft are attached to the artery above and below the blockage. Now blood can simply flow around and continue on its way.

After a peripheral bypass, patients may need to spend a couple of days in the hospital while doctors make sure the bypass is working and not leaking. If the bypass was done in the leg, doctors may check the pulse in the feet to make sure blood is flowing well. Patients may experience some swelling in the area where they had surgery. Raising an arm or leg will help. Patients will likely be back to normal activities within 2-3 weeks.

In The News 

“This allows surgeons to perform combined procedures that were not possible with traditional open surgery or endovascular surgery alone, said Dr. Steven Abramowitz, chair of Vascular Surgery for...”—"How MedStar is using new technologies for vascular surgery", Washington Top News, January 2023

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2014 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD treated as a vascular surgeon in Washington, DC were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), minimally invasive procedures and angioplasty.

abdominal imaging 64
amputation 27
angioplasty 69
catheterization 25
compression therapy 63
dialysis access procedures 38
doctor visit 611
endarterectomy 21
immobilization 63
lower extremity surgery 39
minimally invasive procedures 142
neck surgery 15
pelvic imaging 64
plastic surgery procedures 18
reconstructive surgery 18
stent placement (stenting) 48
tendon surgery 23
thrombectomy (blood clot removal) 13
thrombolysis 17
tissue transfer 18
transplant procedures 23
ultrasound (sonogram) 1321
vascular procedures 1937

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2014 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD.

Gender
Male 437
Female 527
Ethnicity
Black / African American 617
Asian / Pacific Islander 6
Non-Hispanic White 290
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic 26
Other 9
Age
85 and over 135
75 to 84 305
Less than 65 182
65 to 74 341

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD From 2014 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 52
High Cholesterol 50
Stroke 13
Ischemic Heart Disease 44
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 45
Asthma 9
Osteoporosis 4
Heart Failure 36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 40
Atrial Fibrillation 13
Dementia 15
Cancer 9

Education & Training

Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 2009. He completed residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery, Vascular Surgery and has a state license in District of Columbia.

Medical School: Yale School of Medicine (2009)

Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center (2014)

Board Certification: American Board of Surgery, Vascular Surgery

Licensed In: District of Columbia

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital
MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center
MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center
MedStar Health
MedStar Washington Hospital Center
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
MedStar Union Memorial Hospital
MedStar Montgomery Medical Center
MedStar Harbor Hospital
MedStar St Mary's Hospital
MEDSTAR HEART INSTITUTE LLC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Choice Fund PPO, MAMSI, First Health PPO, Blue Choice, Golden Rule, Great-West Healthcare, TRICARE, Community Care Network (CCN), Coventry, TRICARE Reserve Select, Aetna Managed Choice POS, Aetna HMO, Kaiser Select, Kaiser Permanente, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, CIGNA Indemnity, AmeriHealth, AARP, Medicare Advantage, Coventry National Network PPO, Amerigroup, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Virginia Premier Health Plan, WellPoint, Aetna, CIGNA Network Open Access, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), HealthyBlue PPO, MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice, CareFirst NASCO, CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO, Traditional Medicare Fee for Service, United Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) & OCI Direct (HMO), Innovation Health: Open POS Plus, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families, Carefirst EPO, Innovation Health: HMO & EPO Plus, United Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program, CareFirst Administrators, United Student Resources, United Select HMO - EPO/NPP, United MD IPA Preferred (POS), United Options (PPO) (includes Empire PPO), Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP), Innovation Health: Network Only Plus, United MD IPA (HMO), United Choice Plus, CareFirst Blue Card Program (Out-of-area BCBS plans), Innovation Health: PPO, HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance, United Choice, United Optimum Choice, Federal Employee Program (Std/Basic PPO/Blue Focus), Innovation Health: POS, Maryland Point of Service Plan (MPOS), Innovation Health: Open Network Only Plus, United Select Plus (POS), CareFirst BC/BS Advantage Core/Enhanced, United Erickson Advantage Plans, Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice, Health Services for Children with Special Needs (HSCSN), Carefirst Healthy Blue (HMO/POS), D-SNP), I-SNP, CareFirst MedStar PPO, CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity, United Core Essential (HMO), Innovation Health: POS Plus, HumanaChoice PPO, United Nursing Home Plan (C-SNP, Innovation Health: Open POS II, Innovation Health: Indemnity, United GEHA (for all other states) Compass Rose, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network, United Navigate, Carefirst Blue Preferred PPO, Police and Fire Clinic and CareFirst MedStar Select PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

CIGNA Choice Fund PPO
MAMSI
First Health PPO
Blue Choice
Golden Rule
Great-West Healthcare
TRICARE
Community Care Network (CCN)
Coventry
TRICARE Reserve Select
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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 738 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Washington, DC. 

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-07-02
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Dr Abramowitz, was very professional and respectful discuss my medical issues and advise me of the seriousness of my health,, love Dr Abramowitz, and staff
Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-12-06
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Dr Abramowitz is an outstanding vascular surgeon AND a wonderful human being. I am so lucky [blessed] to have had him attend to my case.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-02-24
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*Dr. Abramowitz is a caring, competent surgeon who surgically placed a stent in my left groin. I recommend him highly.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-10-16
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This doctor knows his patients very well. He knows exactly how to care for me
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-08-21
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This Doctor saved my lifeSteven Abromowitz
Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-03-22
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Both doctors were courteous

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Inari Medical, Inc. $254,862 FLOWTRIEVER CATHETER, S
$110,308 		CT THROMBECTOMY SYSTEM KIT
$110,052 		ClotTriever
$34,502
Boston Scientific Corporation $71,205 Angiojet
$18,968 		GENERAL - VASCULAR INTERVENTION
$10,276 		GENERAL THERAPIES
$8,365 		OptiCross 35
$4,000 		GENERAL VASCULAR INTERVENTION
$3,056 		Other
$26,540
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. $39,992 Product in Development
$14,868 		GORE PROPATEN Vascular Graft
$9,680 		GORE VIABAHN VBX Balloon Expandable Endo
$4,649 		GORE VIABAHN Endoprosthesis with Heparin
$4,443 		GORE VIABAHN Endoprosthesis
$2,134 		Other
$4,218
Philips Electronics North America Corporation $19,562 (9520) IGT Devices Undivided
$10,119 		Spectranetics Undiv
$2,500 		IVUS Systems
$2,400 		PV 8.2
$2,000 		US Und
$1,200 		Other
$1,344
Medtronic, Inc. $10,089 IN.PACT Admiral
$8,503 		TurboHawk
$892 		Heli-FX EndoAnchor System
$338 		Valiant Captivia
$181 		HawkOne
$110 		Other
$64
Other $34,647 Diamondback Peripheral
$6,219 		CLEANER
$5,524 		Zilver Vena
$4,702 		Aortic Aneurysm
$1,157 		Alto Abdominal Stent Graft System
$1,048 		Other
$15,997
Types of Payments
Consulting Fee $221,488
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program $126,312
Travel and Lodging $53,282
Food and Beverage $20,755
Honoraria $6,935
Other $1,584

Research Payments

Dr. Steven David Abramowitz, MD has received 52 research payments totaling $148,848.

Biography

Dr. Steven Abramowitz is a specialist in vascular surgery. Dr. Abramowitz's areas of expertise include renal angioplasty, mesenteric artery angioplasty, and mesenteric vascular disease. His average patient rating is 4.5 stars (out of 5). He accepts Amerigroup, Blue California, Coventry, and more. Before completing his residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center, Dr. Abramowitz attended medical school at Yale School of Medicine. He is affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, and MedStar Washington Hospital Center. He has an open panel in Washington, DC according to Doctor.com.

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