Overview

Dr. Aaron Sachs is a surgeon with 13 years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care to patients. He specializes in surgery with advanced training in minimally invasive surgical techniques, which often allow for smaller incisions, reduced recovery time, and less post-operative discomfort for patients. Dr. Sachs completed his medical education at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and pursued extensive residency training at multiple respected institutions, including Wellspan York Hospital, Henry Ford Medical Center-Detroit Northwest, and DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital. He further enhanced his surgical expertise through a fellowship at the Minnesota Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery in 2019. Dr. Sachs practices at multiple UVA Health locations in Haymarket and Warrenton, Virginia, and provides care in English.

Education

Medical School
University of Maryland School of Medicine
2013

Internship
Detroit Medical Center
2013 – 2014

Residency
Wellspan Health/York Hospital
General Surgery Residency, 2014 – 2018

Fellowship
Minnesota Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery
Advanced GI Minimally Invasive Surgery, 2018 – 2019

Certification

American Board of Surgery
Board Certified in General Surgery

Licensure

MI State Medical License
2013 – 2014

MN State Medical License
2018 – 2019

PA State Medical License
2019 – 2022

VA State Medical License
2022 – 2028

Membership

American College of Surgeons
Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
American Foregut Society

NPI #

1467795195

Specialties

Dr. Aaron Sachs, MD, specializes in bariatric surgery and minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery. His expertise includes laparoscopic bariatric surgery, endoscopy, laparoscopic hernia repair, paraesophageal and hiatal hernia repair, laparoscopic esophagogastric fundoplasty, laparoscopic gallbladder removal, and the treatment of obesity and related abdominal conditions. He also performs laparoscopic appendectomy and duodenal polypectomy.

Bariatric Surgeries Performed

Dr. Aaron Sachs performs bariatric surgery for patients seeking surgical treatment for obesity and weight-related health concerns. His practice also includes endoscopic procedures and advanced minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopic esophagogastric fundoplasty, which may be used in treating conditions affecting the upper digestive system.

Years of Experience

10+ years

Languages Spoken

English