About
Bradford Pontz, MD, FACP, earned his undergraduate degree in English Literature from Princeton University in 1991. He then completed his Doctor of Medicine at Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia in 1995. He trained in Internal Medicine at Georgetown University Hospital, finishing his residency in 1998 and serving as Chief Medical Resident from 1998 to 1999.
Dr. Pontz holds board certification in Internal Medicine and fellowship standing in the American College of Physicians. He served on the American College of Physicians Virginia Chapter Governor's Council from 2008 to 2014 and on the Medical Society of Northern Virginia Board of Directors from 2009 to 2010. He also holds an academic appointment at Georgetown University. Washingtonian Magazine has named him a Top Doctor every issue since 2010, and Northern Virginia Magazine has recognized him in multiple issues since 2011. He prioritizes open dialogue with patients and works to prevent disease while treating each person as a whole.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Princeton University, Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, 1991
Medical School
Temple University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 1995
Residency
Internal Medicine, Georgetown University Hospital, completed 1998; Chief Medical Resident 1998-1999
Additional Training
Fellowship in the American College of Physicians (FACP); Academic appointment at Georgetown University
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Pontz right for?
Dr. Pontz is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician focused on prevention and whole-person health. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from his thorough, relationship-centered approach. Those who value direct communication and a physician with deep community roots will feel at home with Dr. Pontz. His background in internal medicine makes him well-suited for adults navigating complex or long-term health concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Pontz specializes in Internal Medicine and Preventive Medicine. He focuses on disease prevention and treats each patient as a whole person, factoring in genetic, physical, and emotional dimensions of health.
Yes, Dr. Pontz holds board certification in Internal Medicine. He also holds fellowship standing in the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Pontz earned his medical degree at Temple University School of Medicine in 1995. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Georgetown University Hospital in 1998 and served as Chief Medical Resident from 1998 to 1999.
Yes, Washingtonian Magazine has named Dr. Pontz a Top Doctor every issue since 2010. Northern Virginia Magazine has also recognized him across multiple issues since 2011.
Dr. Pontz holds an academic appointment at Georgetown University. He also served on the American College of Physicians Virginia Chapter Governor's Council from 2008 to 2014 and on the Medical Society of Northern Virginia Board of Directors from 2009 to 2010.
Dr. Pontz prioritizes open dialogue with his patients. He works to prevent disease while addressing the genetic, physical, and emotional dimensions of each person's health.
Yes, Dr. Pontz holds admitting privileges at Inova Fairfax Hospital. This allows him to maintain continuity of care if a patient requires hospitalization.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026