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Dr. Joan Ritter, MD

Dr. Joan Ritter, MD

Internal Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Joan Ritter, MD is an internist in Bethesda, MD and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Georgetown University School of Dentistry in 1990. She is affiliated with medical facilities Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center and Virginia Hospital Center.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

8901 Wisconsin Ave Bethesda, MD 20889
(301) 295-4515

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ritter specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ritter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ritter

3.6

5 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Portland, ME – May 31, 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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Chicago, IL – May 28, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joan Ritter, MD is an internist in Bethesda, MD and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Georgetown University School of Dentistry in 1990. She is affiliated with medical facilities Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center and Virginia Hospital Center.

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Georgetown University School Of Dentistry

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Wrnmmcb8901 Wisconsin Ave Bethesda, MD 20889
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Practice

Arlington Free Clinic2921 11th St S Arlington, VA 22204
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Virginia Hospital Center

    1701 N George Mason Dr
    Arlington, VA 22205
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    4940 Eastern Ave
    Baltimore, MD 21224
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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