

Oncology
Alexander Spira, M.D.
Director of the VCS Research Institute and the Phase I Trial Program, Dr
Leesburg, VA
A graduate of Harvard University, Dr. Alex Spira earned his medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine. He then went on to complete his internship and residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and he completed his medical oncology fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital. During his training, Dr. Spira was granted many awards and honors, and he completed several specialized fellowship programs. Among these honors were the National Institutes of Health Medical S
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Education & Training
- residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and he completed his medical oncology fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital
- medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2012-2026 (15 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Medical Oncology
Conditions & Treatments
Lung CancerImmunotherapy
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Reston Hospital Center
Experience
25+ years in practice