Donald Brideau

Donald J. Brideau, MD is a family practice physician associated with Inova Health System. Here are some key details about Dr. Brideau:

Professional Background

Dr. Brideau is a board-certified family medicine physician with over 40 years of experience.56 He currently practices at Inova Primary Care in Burke, Virginia.12

Education and Training

• Medical Degree: George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences (graduated in 1984)5
• Master's Degree: Medical Management from Carnegie Mellon University1
• Military Service: Trained and served as a family physician in the U.S. Navy1

Career Highlights

• Moved to Northern Virginia in 1992 to practice family medicine1
• Served as Chief Medical Officer and CEO at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital1
• Later became CEO at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital before returning to full-time clinical practice1
• Currently serves as Medical Director in Aesthetics for the National Procedures Institute1

Specializations and Expertise

Dr. Brideau has particular expertise in:

• Treating tobacco dependence
• Performing comprehensive skin exams using dermoscopy for improved skin cancer detection1

Academic Affiliations

He holds the position of Associate Clinical Professor at George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, where he also obtained his medical degree.1

Hospital Affiliations

Dr. Brideau is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including:

• Inova Mount Vernon Hospital
• Inova Fair Oaks Hospital34

Personal

Dr. Brideau resides locally with his wife, and all of his children and grandchildren live in the local area as well.1