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Age Groups Seen
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
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MaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
About James Woodward Robey
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Dr. James Robey is a Johns Hopkins surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive procedures. He has provided surgical services to Washington-area residents for over 30 years. He takes pride in providing a customized approach to care to ensure the best possible outcome.
Dr. Robey is consistently recognized as a top doctor in the region by Bethesda Magazine and Washingtonian.
Selected Publications
“Relationship between tumor necrosis factor, eicosanoids and platelet activating factor as mediators of endotoxin-induced shock in mice.” Adam K. Myers, James W. Robey.British Journal of Pharmacology. (1990) 99, 499-502.
“Ruptured, infected popliteal artery aneurysm, a case report.” James W. Robey, et al. Vascular Surgery. 1998.
Honors
- Top Doctors, Washington Checkbook Magazine, 1/1/14
- Top Doctors, Washington Checkbook Magazine, 3/1/07
- Guide to America's Top Surgeons, Consumers' Research Council of America, 1/1/07
- The John Carroll Society Award for outstanding service to underserved and charity patients., The Washington Archdiocesan Healthcare Network, 1/1/00
- Outstanding Senior Surgical Resident Award for Transplant Service, Washington Hospital Center, 1/1/95
- Meadox Prize in the History of Medicine, Washington Society for the History of Medicine, 1/1/93
Memberships
- The American College of Surgeons,
American College of Surgeons is a scientific and educational association of surgeons with a commitment to improving the quality of care for the surgical patient by setting high standards for surgical education and practice.
Professional Activities
- Department of General Surgery, Subsection Chairman, 1/1/14
- Department of General Surgery, Subsection Chairman, 1/1/05 - 12/30/06
- Department of Surgery, Chairman, 1/1/08 - 12/31/10
- Department of Surgery, Chairman Elect, 1/1/06 - 12/31/06
Locations
- Sibley Memorial Hospital
- 5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 210, Washington, DC 20016
- Get Directions
- phone: 202-895-1440
- fax: 410-367-2247
Expertise
Education
- Residency: MedStar Washington Hospital Center, General Surgery, 1996
- Medical Education: Georgetown University School of Medicine, Medicine, MD, 1991
- Graduate School: Georgetown University, Physiology, MS, 1988
Board Certifications
- Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 1998
Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
90 ratings, 41 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
Outstanding. Knowledgeable. Caring. Competent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
Dr. Robey has a wonderful bedside manner. He explained everything to me very well. He listened patiently to my questions and concerns and he took the time to address each one.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
I was very pleased with Dr. James Robey as the surgeon for my gallbladder removal. I felt completely at ease in his professional care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
Dr. Robey was very personable during the visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
Dr. Robey is an exceptional surgeon! He hit a home run in my case and I'm grateful for his expertise and medical care. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Dr. Robey was excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Dr. Robey is excellent. He is confident, approachable and easy with whom to communicate. He works hard. He seems to be rushed all the time, which is unfortunate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Everything was great. I'm at ease with my upcoming surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Couldn't ask for better.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Excellent service and very supportive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Excellent communicator; very personable, likable, and knowledgeable. Instilled confidence in the advice received.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
Dr. Robey is very friendly and discusses the current health issue correctly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Very thoughtful and friendly. Matter fact. Loved it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
I'm very pleased I chose him to explain the risks and benefits of surgery should it turn out I need it. Whether or not surgery is needed will depend, in part, on upcoming imaging. If surgery is needed, I will certainly choose him to do it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Good to work with him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr Robey was superbly knowledgeable about my surgery and post-operative condition, performed a thorough exam, was compassionate and responded thoughtfully to all my questions & concerns. I could not have been more impressed by his impressive knowledge and helpful directives.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr. Robey has excellent bedside manner. He was helpful in answering all of my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Very nice and patient. He listened to everything I asked, and he gave me literature to further my understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
The best !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Dr. Robey is very easy to talk with and I was taken with his ""let's get on with it"" attitude.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Great first appointment. Dr. Robey was easy to talk to, had great recommendations and explained a pending procedure thoroughly. He took ample time to explain everything to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Well spoken good Communication
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Excellent. Very patient and knowledgeable. I had to wait a while because Dr. Robey had an emergency surgery, but he came out to the waiting room in the beginning, explain the situation, and asked me if I wanted to wait. I said yes.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
Thorough, thoughtful, kind, respectful, great listener, upbeat, pragmatic, caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
I really liked Dr. Robey and appreciated the way he listened and provided clear and useful information.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Respectful, caring, explain everything in an easy way that anybody can understand. Very thorough. Nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
The entire team had a very pleasant, upbeat demeanor and behaved professionally.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Dr Robey is outstanding, he's knowledgeable, personable, and tells it like it is. My favorites kind of guy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Dr. Robey was informative and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
Excellent intake and excellent examination and preparation for surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Easy to talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Excellent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
He listened to all I had to say and answered all my questions in a lovely manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Great job
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
I very much appreciate Dr. Robey and how he treats his patients