Dr. Theodore Corcoran, DMD, MD
May 28, 1959 ~ July 19, 2020
Dr. Theodore P. Corcoran, DMD, MD formerly from Pittsburgh, PA died due to complications from COVID-19 at Fairfax Hospital on Sunday, July 19, 2020.
Loving husband of Rebecca A. Corcoran and so very proud father to his three sons, Steven P., David C. and Thomas M. He was an extraordinary son of Maureen O. Corcoran and Robert M. Corcoran, and brother to Elizabeth Carillo.
Ted graduated from Mt. Lebanon High School cum laude in 1977; graduated from University of Notre Dame in 1981 cum laude and continued his dental education at Tufts University Dental School, 1985 magna cum laude. His education ended with a medical degree from University of Pittsburgh, 1989 in Pittsburgh, PA. As a recipient of an advanced dental program, Ted completed his fellowship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Royal Dental College, Aarhus University Hospital in Aarhus, Denmark in 1991.
Dr. Corcoran maintained two private dental practices in Arlington and Falls Church, VA for 27 years. He was on the staff at Virginia Hospital Center and past years at Fairfax Hospital in Virginia. Dr. Corcoran volunteered at the Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Clinic as a Consulting Oral Surgeon for 26 years at Fairfax Hospital.
Dr. Corcoran was past president of the Northern Virginia Dental Society in 2010.
Ted was a caring doctor whose patients came first. He had a wonderful smile and an Irish wit. He loved good jokes. He loved hiking and traveling with his wife and his three sons; he loved fishing, but above all, Ted cherished his family.
Ted was a member of St. Luke's Roman Catholic Church in McLean, VA. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 25 at 12pm at St. Luke's Roman Catholic Church. Due to current social distancing regulations, seating at the church will be limited to about 150 people. For those unable to attend the Mass, live streaming for Dr. Ted Corcoran is on the church website (www.SaintLukeMcLean.org) and on this website under the Tribute Wall tab.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to the ECMO team at The Inova Heart and Vascular Institute in memory of Dr. Theodore P. Corcoran DMD, MD would be greatly appreciated. Online donation: www.Inova.gives/IHVI. Please write in his name when indicated on space provided.
Gifts may also be made to the “Special COVID-19 Appeal” through the Virginia Hospital Center Foundation in Dr. Theodore Corcoran’s name: https://vhcfoundation.com/give/
Please support the Inova Children's Hospital Craniofacial Program, www.inovachildrens.org in memory of Dr. Theodore Corcoran DMD, MD. Click DONATE at the top of the page.
Check the Tribute box to make this gift donation in memory of Dr. Ted Corcoran DMD, MD.
Inova Children's Hospital is a not-for-profit children’s hospital that relies on community support to provide world-class care close to home.
To make a contribution by mail, send a check or money order to:
Inova Health Foundation
ATTN: Kirstin McArthur, Director of Leadership Giving
8110 Gatehouse Road, Suite 200E
Falls Church, VA 22042
Email kirstin.mcarthur@inova.org or call 703-776-6081
Thank you for your generous donation from The Corcoran Family.
Loving husband of Rebecca A. Corcoran and so very proud father to his three sons, Steven P., David C. and Thomas M. He was an extraordinary son of Maureen O. Corcoran and Robert M. Corcoran, and brother to Elizabeth Carillo.
Ted graduated from Mt. Lebanon High School cum laude in 1977; graduated from University of Notre Dame in 1981 cum laude and continued his dental education at Tufts University Dental School, 1985 magna cum laude. His education ended with a medical degree from University of Pittsburgh, 1989 in Pittsburgh, PA. As a recipient of an advanced dental program, Ted completed his fellowship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Royal Dental College, Aarhus University Hospital in Aarhus, Denmark in 1991.
Dr. Corcoran maintained two private dental practices in Arlington and Falls Church, VA for 27 years. He was on the staff at Virginia Hospital Center and past years at Fairfax Hospital in Virginia. Dr. Corcoran volunteered at the Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Clinic as a Consulting Oral Surgeon for 26 years at Fairfax Hospital.
Dr. Corcoran was past president of the Northern Virginia Dental Society in 2010.
Ted was a caring doctor whose patients came first. He had a wonderful smile and an Irish wit. He loved good jokes. He loved hiking and traveling with his wife and his three sons; he loved fishing, but above all, Ted cherished his family.
Ted was a member of St. Luke's Roman Catholic Church in McLean, VA. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 25 at 12pm at St. Luke's Roman Catholic Church. Due to current social distancing regulations, seating at the church will be limited to about 150 people. For those unable to attend the Mass, live streaming for Dr. Ted Corcoran is on the church website (www.SaintLukeMcLean.org) and on this website under the Tribute Wall tab.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to the ECMO team at The Inova Heart and Vascular Institute in memory of Dr. Theodore P. Corcoran DMD, MD would be greatly appreciated. Online donation: www.Inova.gives/IHVI. Please write in his name when indicated on space provided.
Gifts may also be made to the “Special COVID-19 Appeal” through the Virginia Hospital Center Foundation in Dr. Theodore Corcoran’s name: https://vhcfoundation.com/give/
Please support the Inova Children's Hospital Craniofacial Program, www.inovachildrens.org in memory of Dr. Theodore Corcoran DMD, MD. Click DONATE at the top of the page.
Check the Tribute box to make this gift donation in memory of Dr. Ted Corcoran DMD, MD.
Inova Children's Hospital is a not-for-profit children’s hospital that relies on community support to provide world-class care close to home.
To make a contribution by mail, send a check or money order to:
Inova Health Foundation
ATTN: Kirstin McArthur, Director of Leadership Giving
8110 Gatehouse Road, Suite 200E
Falls Church, VA 22042
Email kirstin.mcarthur@inova.org or call 703-776-6081
Thank you for your generous donation from The Corcoran Family.
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He treated three of our children, and we loved his exceptional sense of humor. We shall miss him!
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Becky & family, Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We were saddened to hear of Ted’s passing. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Chris & Glenn Hulse
Dr. Corcoran loved all his patients but he would have so much fun with the younger patients that would have their surgeries with nitrous oxide (laughing gas) He got a chance to tell them his jokes, for example “Why did the turtle cross the road”? “ To go to the shell station.” And many other jokes. As his assistant I would laugh with the patients and Dr. Corcoran even though some patients would not laugh I would laugh because I would see Dr. Corcoran laughing like he was on nitrous oxide. I heard the same jokes all the time, everyday and never got tired of them. I will MISS you my Doctor Doctor! I did mean to write Doctor twice , that’s what I called him! Rest in Heaven my Doctor. I will always treasure the memories we spent together. I know you were tired and even though we will miss you I am glad you are resting in heaven with our Lord………..Love, Roxy
I was a patient of Dr. Corcoran’s several years back and was deeply impressed by his warmth and sense of humor. His passing leaves an enormous hole in our community. Praying for God’s peace and comfort for his family who have suffered the deepest loss of all.
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Heartbroken to hear this news. Dr. Corcoran had treated all of my family and was scheduled to do my son’s implant in August. As I wrote to one of his colleagues, he was one of the kindest, funniest, most engaging people we have ever met. He almost made implants and wisdom teeth fun. He will be so missed by so many. Thoughts and prayers to his family.
Dear Becky and Family, Ted always made me laugh and his presence would light up the room. I remember the baseball days with the boys just as mine was finishing up. I have such fond memories at the Kentucky Derby parties and all the Christmas and Birthday Parties. Ted was a very special man and his spirit will live on in all of you! My heart is breaking for you and the boys. You are in my thoughts and prayers, Connie Nelson
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We are thinking of you and yours during this difficult time. Andrew told me the news received through the Langley classmates. We are shaken. You and the boys are in our hearts and minds, and will remain there. Andrew, Mike, Asako & Ben Chilton
We have been neighbors of The Corcoran’s for almost 18 years. We are heartbroken at Ted’s passing. He was such a kind man, full of life and so obviously overflowing with love with his family. We loved talking Notre Dame football in the fall and will never forget how caring he was when he took our daughter’s wisdom teeth out, stopping by at night to make sure she was ok. But what I will always remember the most were the many Halloweenie Roasts that we had in our cul de sac. Ted always brought the glow sticks for the kids to wear around their necks. There was no stopping the kids once they had those collars on and it made them so easy to keep track of! Always so thoughtful of everyone and surrounded by fun. We miss you terribly.
My condolences to Becky, Steven, Thomas, and David. We really enjoyed the time your family was involved in BSA Troop 1128. God be with you and comfort you in your loss. Bob Leggett
Very sorry to hear of Dr. Corcoran’s passing. His humor, caring nature, and obvious competence made the whole surgical experience so much easier and less scary. A person has to have a special quality to be able to put someone at ease while using a power drill on your jaw, and Dr. Corcoran had that ability. Very sad.
Dear Becky, I was shocked and saddened to hear of Ted’s loss, both to your family, your 3 sons, and to the dental community. My sincerest condolences to you, I saw your romance with Ted blossom from the very beginning, his total joy everytime he saw you walk into his OR room. His respect, sense of humor and charm to everyone he worked with will never be forgotten. What a loss to everyone. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. God bless him and you during this very sad time. Sincerely, Linda Kryvoruka
Shocked to learn of Dr. Corcoran’s passing. He had an aura of calm around him. I will never forget him asking “did that feel sharp” and you shake your head and he goes “good, that was very sharp”. Thoughts, prayers, and condolences.
I knew Ted for over 30 years. As a general dentist I sent patients to Ted knowing that he was a consummate professional and caring and empathetic individual. May he rest in peace.
Few are those who inspire trust without saying a word. Dr Corcoran had a friendly, gentle and caring soul. I liked him the moment we met. Through the generous giving of his time, the competent application of his skills and simply being himself, he made the world a better place for all of us. I’m shocked and profoundly saddened to loose him.
Working with Ted at the Craniofacial Clinic was always a JOY. I often fell behind seeing the kiddos because we would get chatting about Notre Dame football. During the discussion about a newborn baby with a cleft palate , he would participate as best he could, saying “No teeth. Good potential.” He touched the lives of so many patients, to be sure, but also had an enduring impact on his colleagues and friends. I had a friend in South Bend, IN light a candle at the Grotto with his name. Rest in peace, my friend, and Go Irish.
We are so shocked and heartbroken to hear of this news. Dr. Corcoran was a wonderful and kind person. He always had a smile and would always make us laugh. He took wonderful care of our son many times. What an extortionary loss of such a great man. To Dr. Corcoran’s family, you all are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all, especially during these difficult days. We are so very sorry.
We are so sorry to hear of Dr. Corcoran’s passing. My son had only 3 appointments with him, but upon first meeting him his genuine good nature and kindness were very apparent to us. We admired him a great deal, and our hearts and thoughts go out to his family and loved ones. We pray you find strength, peace, and comfort, in your faith, love, and fond memories. With deepest sympathy, Billie and Thomas Shoemaker
Remembering Former NVDS President Theodore “Ted” Corcoran, D.M.D, M.D. May 28, 1959 – July 19, 2020 We mourn the loss of our friend and colleague, Dr. Ted Corcoran, who passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2020. Ted was an accomplished academic, graduating cum laude from the University of Notre Dame in 1981. He received his dental degree in 1985 from Tufts University graduating magna cum laude and went on to receive his medical degree in 1989 from the University of Pittsburg. As a recipient of an advanced dental program, he completed his fellowship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Royal Dental College, Aarhus University Hospital in Denmark in 1991. Ted was an active member in the Northern Virginia Dental Society and became NVDS president in 2010. He continued in a leadership role serving as a valued member of our Executive Committee and on numerous VDA committees. Ted served our community with countless volunteer hours at our NVDS Mission of Mercy (MOM) Projects, where he championed the oral surgery department over the course of the Project’s fifteen-year span of operation. He then carried the spirit of MOM into our Northern Virginia Dental Clinic where he implemented his popular “Extraction Boot Camps” in an effort to not only share his knowledge with hands-on instruction to member participants, but to decrease the number of patients on the clinic’s long wait list for oral surgery treatment and to help increase volunteer participation. Ted was also on staff at the Virginia Hospital Center and volunteered for 26 years at the Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Clinic as Consulting Oral Surgeon at Fairfax Hospital. It has been said “to truly perform selfless service, one must act without any desire for a reward or recognition. It is given freely, motivated by an innate desire to help another. At the time of giving, one forgets one’s own needs and wants, to help someone else.” These words exemplify how Ted led his life – he did much to improve the quality of life for others, expecting nothing in return. Ted was a devoted husband and father and always had a story to share about his sons’ adventures or trips, and laughter would inevitably be involved. He concluded each of his ‘boot camp’ presentations with a picture of his beloved family. Our hearts and prayers go out to Ted’s wife Becky, and their three sons, Steven, David, and Thomas. Ted will be remembered not only as a selfless friend and colleague, but for his skilled and capable hands as a surgeon, his generosity in sharing his knowledge, his big heart, his unwavering sense of humor, and for the good he did for so many. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
Ted was a great man and a great mentor to me. He would always make time to discuss cases with me. He was a great surgeon, great mentor, and a great family man. Our prayers go out to his family. You will be truly missed.
Ted was an incredible doctor and human being! We will truly miss him and his great bedside manner! Keeping his entire family in our thoughts and prayers! May God be with you and give you strength. ❤️
Ted was always smiling when he did cases with us at Virginia Hospital Center. I loved the way he would sidle up next to me and crack a corny “dad” joke. Tremendous surgeon and incredible human being. He will be missed by so many people.
I’m very heartbroken to hear of Dr. Corcorans passing. As a former employee of his, I had a lot of respect for him, his work ethic and his dedication to his patients. His sense of humor was always appreciated too. He will be truly missed. May his family find comfort and healing during this difficult time.
My deepest condolences to Becky, Steven, Thomas and David. Though it has been sometime, I have fond memories of your loving family from Spring Hill Elementary when the boys were in 6th grade. My heart goes out to all of you. May the memories of your husband and father provide you all with comfort and peace. With sympathy, Angela Minutoli
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Dear Becky, Steven, David, and Thomas, Heartfelt condolences. May the constant love of caring friends soften your sadness. Hoping your cherished memories will comfort you. Sincerely, Kim Little
I had been going to Dr. Corcoran for over 20 years. Besides being THE absolute best at his profession, he was THE nicest person I have ever met. I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing. He was a truly special man and I will always miss him.
Dr. Corcoran took care of our two youngest children this past year when they needed their wisdom teeth extracted. He was exceptionally warm and kind in the care he gave them. When we learned of his passing away we were deeply saddened. May he Rest In Peace & May God comfort his dear family.
Dr. Corcoran was my doctor for several implant issues. He was the best. I’m so very sad to read of his passing. My condolences to his family, colleagues and friends. He was a skilled doctor, a kind person, a compassionate caregiver. The world is a poorer place now that he has left it. So much sympathy to all who loved him. Dani Kehoe
I am truly saddened by the news of the loss of such a wonderful colleague and friend. He was full of kindness, compassion, intelligence, talent, and dedication. He took care of not only members of my family, but also my patients. We will all miss him dearly. I send much love to his dear family and pray for strength to cope during these hard days.
The memories that I cherish with Ted are when I first was able to introduce him and his sons to trout fishing on our local streams in Pennsylvania. Fishing is one of my passions and over time I learned that it was Ted’s too. I can still remember the excitement in Ted’s voice when he landed his first trout or when the boys caught the big one! Fishing provided the opportunity to bond with Ted on a casual level for sharing many laughs, discussions about football, craft beers and of course fishing. I can remember when Ted called me that he had purchased new fishing rods and tackle and that’s when I realized he was hooked! Annual visits to our house were planned when my local sportsman’s club organized their Trout Derby which is a family-oriented event for kids. It made me happy to hear from Becky that Ted took the time to go bass fishing on the Potomac River as a time to release from his daily work routine. Going forward, I will always hold these happy moments and the many good times with Ted close to my heart. Rest in Peace my friend!
Maureen and family- My sincere condolences on Ted’s passing. We have lost a great man whose wit and joie de vivre continued with him long past the days we shared at Pitt. I was deeply saddened to hear the news and pray for peace and comfort for your family. Stephanie Nicholas
Ted was such a caring and gentle surgeon and man. He helped in too many ways to count. I will miss his laugh and stories, his gentle bedside manor. My heart aches for his family and I pray they will find peace.
Dear Becky, Steven, Thomas and David, Praying for strength for you today, Saturday. Heaven gained an angel and your husband/Dad is no longer suffering. How I wish he was still with you. Love, Diane Perrino
Becky and boys, I’m sorry for your loss. Dr C was such a great guy. From the counseling he freely gave or the listening ear he always had. The love of candy corn and jelly beans we always shared. He will truly be missed my many and loved by all that came into his path. My deepest condolences. Becky Boyce
Ted always impressed me as an old school type of guy. Quiet. Hard working. Careful with his emotions but a great friend and colleague. He was right across the hall and readily available. I am grateful for the help that he extended to me and to my patients. His selfless devotion to all those around him was not hard to see. The world needs more men like Ted. Sadly, there was only one. In this difficult time, please accept my sincere condolences.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and all the family. May you heal and find peace in Jesus name. Sincerely, Steve & Ann Zarella of North Carolina ( Parents of Peter Zarella, friend of Laura McCary)
Becky and sons, I am so sorry for your loss of your husband and father. I was able to watch the Mass online and thought the service was so good as a memorial to your husband and father. May you experience peace from God our Father as you continue to mourn his passing and adjust to your new normal. My wife, Ellen, and I are in the same Bible study with Sam & Connie Shabshab and have been in prayer for you all and your extended family.
I had the privilege of being a professional colleague of Dr. Ted Corcoran at the Inova Craniofacial Clinic. It was an absolute joy to be paired with him on the second Thursday of each month. He welcomed me to the clinic and taught me many aspects of craniofacial dentistry. Often, I held the flashlight he would always carry to the clinic to illuminate the mouths of the children needing an evaluation. I cherish memories of his unbeatable sense of humor, calm composure, and great humility. He respected all patients and their families and made intelligent diagnoses in “Plain English” that everyone understood. Dr. Ted – “Y.D.M.” – You Da Man! I am honored to have known you.
Our lives and our families have run parallel and have intersected so many times and in so many ways over the last twenty-five years. Whether comparing notes on our kids at the Hamlet or telling stories and seeing pictures at during the cranio-facial clinic, I am honored to say Ted was my friend and I was graced by his genuineness and kindness whenever we were together. I cannot begin to understand your loss but I know that my life and the lives of us all were made better by his time here; he truly made this world a better place. Peace
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Very sad to read this. Condolences to you & your family. Although I hadn’t seen Ted since graduation I will always remember his humor. Gone too soon. Very proud of his career accomplishments. Dr Mark Ragsac D.M.D. D85
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I am a patient of Dr Corcoran. I don’t know him very well but I could tell that he is a genuine and a good human being. I will remember his smile and kindness. Prayers of comfort and peace to your family Dr Corcoran. Rest In Peace and joy with our Creator.
I remember Ted coming to Orchestra concerts at Spring Hill Elementary School with Becky (one of my Orchestra Moms) when the three boys were in 4th, 5th, and 6th grade. I’m still the Orchestra director there, and remember how I’d misspell Steven’s name as “Stephen.” This oldest son must take after his dad; he was good-humored about it. All three boys were among my best musicians as well as polite and helpful. The world has lost a great person. Becky, Steven, David and Thomas will keep living his legacy even through their unimaginable loss.
Dr. Corcoran was recommended to me by a friend whose children had been treated by him. He was one of the most congenial doctors I have every had! When my children needed their wisdom teeth extracted, we went to him. I recommended him to several colleagues at work who thanked me profusely after meeting him. He was a wonderful doctor and person. Wishing the family peace.
I was one of Dr. Corcoran’s patients and was greatly saddened to hear of his illness and death. He was a very nice man. Dan Blessington
We were at Notre Dame together, both North Quad guys. Ted was a true Notre Dame man, an honor to Our Lady’s University. God bless his family and bless his memory.
Thank you Dr. for the pleasant experience. Your warm smile and caring demeanor made a difference. Sending prayers and comfort to your family. ??
We are so just heartbroken about the loss of Dr. Corcoron; he was an admirable man as well as an outstanding doctor. So many people in our family were his patients that we would joke that he should name a wing of his office after us. He always had a smile, and it was a delight to chat with him about his twins at Tech or the VT football team (we have a son who is a Hokie as well). He was genuinely concerned for all of his patients. He will be missed by so many who loved him. We are holding the family, friends, and co-workers of Dr. Corcoran in our prayers. The Mefford Family
Our condolences for the loss of your husband, father and friend. We only met Dr Corcoran a few times as our oldest son Cotter was a recent patient of his. He was witty, funny and we completely trusted him. He was entertained when my son woke up in the middle of his procedure singing Phish and he had to give him extra sedation to finish;)He seemed like a kind, honest and genuine man. Someone who left this life too soon. We are keeping you in our hearts and prayers. The Smart family
Sincerest condolences to the Corcoran family. For ourselves and our three sons, being a patient of Dr Corcoran’s was a rite of passage. We were all fortunate to be in his skilled hands and at the mercy of his jokes. We are so sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Corcoran. I was only a patient a few times but each time he provided exemplary care. My prayers are with the family as your cope with this tremendous loss.
It upsets me to think that this lovely soul is no longer with us. I learned of his passing when I tried to obtain an appointment with him. Dr. Corcoran treated my adult son for a growth on his tongue. He personally made an appointment with the head of oncology at Georgetown for him. Today, my family thanks Dr. Corcoran for catching my son’s cancer at an early stage, which enabled my son to fully recover. Please know that the good done by Dr. Corcoran throughout his life will be long remembered by his patients. May these thoughts be of comfort to the family in their grief.