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Dr. Leonardo Espinel Jr, MD

Dr. Leonardo Espinel Jr, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Leonardo Espinel Jr, MD is a general surgeon in Culpeper, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities UVA Health Sciences Center and UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 49 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (49 reviews)

UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center

501 Sunset Ln Culpeper, VA 22701
Telehealth available

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(540) 829-4100

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Espinel Jr is affiliated with UVA Health Sciences Center Charlottesville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Espinel Jr specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Espinel Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Espinel Jr

4.8

49 ratings, 30 with a written review
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Jan 13, 2025
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Dec 04, 2024
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Nov 24, 2024
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Oct 02, 2024
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Aug 21, 2024
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Jul 12, 2024
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Jul 09, 2024
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Mar 05, 2024
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Feb 20, 2024
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Jan 25, 2024
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Jan 05, 2024
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  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
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  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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Apr 16, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Nancy Y. in VA – Apr 12, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Dianne Caron – Apr 02, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Samuel in VA – Mar 19, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tim G in Aldie, VA – Jan 16, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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No results
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B Gordon in VA – Sep 06, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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bp in Alexandria, VA – Aug 11, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Buzz in Warrenton, VA – Jul 28, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Asma – Jul 26, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

I knew I wanted to be a doctor at a very early age. My parents owned a pharmacy and in most Latin countries at the time people with common-day ailments could walk up to a pharmacy, discuss the symptoms with the staff and get the medicine they needed...read more

biography

Dr. Leonardo Espinel is a board certified General Surgeon with specialized interests in minimally-invasive surgery including the latest robotic-assisted procedures such as gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy), acid reflux & hiatal hernia surgery,...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • Ochsner Med Foundation New Orleans

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Tulane University

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • Tulane University Of Louisiana

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991

  • Loyola University Of New Orleans

    Undergraduate School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center

UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center501 Sunset Ln Culpeper, VA 22701
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UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center

UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center15225 Heathcote Blvd Haymarket, VA 20169
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UVA Health Outpatient Surgery, part of Culpeper Medical Center

UVA Health Outpatient Surgery, part of Culpeper Medical Center501 Sunset Ln Ste 205 Culpeper, VA 22701
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UVA Health UVA Surgical Care, part of Culpeper Medical Center

UVA Health UVA Surgical Care, part of Culpeper Medical Center541 Sunset Ln Ste 103 Culpeper, VA 22701
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UVA Health Sciences Center

    1215 Lee St
    Charlottesville, VA 22908
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center

    501 Sunset Ln
    Culpeper, VA 22701
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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