
Ada Elizabeth Graham, MD
Colon and Rectal Surgical Oncology
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Highlights
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Ada Elizabeth Graham
Primary Academic Title
Assistant Professor of Surgery
Background
Ada Graham is a fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon in the National Capital Region, specializing in colon and rectal surgery. This includes colon cancer, rectal cancer, anal cancer, diverticulitis, crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, as well as such diseases as hemorrhoids and anal fissures. She is passionate about working with referring physicians to provide patients with the most effective treatment option. Dr. Graham's research focuses on inflammatory bowel disease and quality improvement initiatives such as ERAS, Enhanced Recovery After Surgery. She chose colon and rectal surgery as a way to help improve people's quality of life.
Dr. Graham received her undergraduate degree in linguistics from Dartmouth College, summa cum laude, and was a park ranger in New Zealand and high school teacher in Thailand all before attending medical school at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. She completed her general surgical residency at the George Washington University in Washington, DC, and her colorectal surgery fellowship at the University of Chicago.
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Locations
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda
- 10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 630, Bethesda, MD 20817
- phone: 443-927-3900
- fax: 301-896-8805
- Sibley Memorial Hospital
- 5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 210, Washington, DC 20016
- phone: 202-895-1440
- fax: 410-367-2247
Expertise
Education
University of Chicago Medicine
Fellowship, Colorectal Surgery, 2022The George Washington University Hospital
Residency, General Surgery, 2021University of Tennessee HSC College of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 2015Board Certifications
Colon and Rectal Surgery
American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery, 2023Surgery
American Board of Surgery, 2021Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
196 ratings, 64 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2025
Thanks
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2025
Dr Graham is an excellent doctor. She listens to her patients and provides perfect care and follow up for her them. She saved my life and would always be glad I was under her care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2025
She was really good!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Dr. Graham was excellent. Her care is individualized and felt very centered around my experiences as the patient. She was both empathetic and practical in her care, and made me feel she had personalized care for my specific experiences. I really appreciated her bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2025
Dr. Graham was incredibly patient, caring and had done her research. She read my chart ahead of time, came prepared and took plenty of time with me. I also appreciate she wore a mask during her appointment on top of checking in repeatedly about comfort and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Dr. Graham was amazing. Her communication skills are fabulous and she spent ample time with me to address my needs. I can't say enough about her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
This was a first visit with Dr Ada Graham following the retirement of my previous colorectal surgeon. Dr Graham was terrific, everything I want and value in a physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
Well Done
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
Dr Graham was very personable and she is a very good doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2025
Very thorough and easy to talk to
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2024
Dr. Graham is a wonderful doctor. She is caring and gave very clear explanations of what my condition is and how to deal with it going forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2024
Thorough, patient,kind, direct, & efficient.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2024
Dr. Graham was helpful but her rapid-fire delivery was somewhat off-putting. She repeated her self several times
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2024
She was great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2024
Dr. Graham was recommended by my primary care doc. She is one of the most knowledgeable, caring, sensitive and understanding doctors I have ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2024
I was thoroughly impressed with her technical knowledge and demeanor. She was exceptionally skilled at explaining the specific options available to me, considering my unique personal circumstances. I left feeling more confident about having the surgery at JH.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
Dr. Graham is excellent, patient communicator. She listens; offers suggestions; follows up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2024
Very knowledgeable. Respectfully and assuring of the next doctor I will see.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2024
First visit to provider. She spent a long time reviewing my history and talking with me about my condition. She considered recommending surgery and referred me to a urogynecologist for consult. Her summary listed my chief complaint as rectal bleeding. Although it occurs, my chief complaint is severe constipation. She recommended I take Miralax every morning. It does not work and I routinely take Senna with prune juice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2024
It was my first visit. Doctor Ada explained with details of my symptoms and suggested several options what I can do. She was very kind and concerned about me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Dr Graham is the best. She is knowledgable, caring, professional, the doctor I want to keep forever!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
The doctor was especially good at gathering information and synthesizing it into a single conclusion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2024
I generally live out of town, I was fortunate to be able to book an appointment with her. She gave me full attention. I was extremely pleased with the visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Thank You
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Best ever all good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2024
Dr. Graham is the best in class. Would highly recommend her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2024
Dr. Graham was so helpful. She explained my situation thoroughly and responded to all of my questions. She was kind, caring and so knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2024
This was an excellent first experience with the doctpr
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2024
Ada knows area of expertise Was able to see the problem & solution. But ordered a MRI to confirm before we take step
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2024
She was very attentive and understanding . She told me what to do and return in two weeks to see if treatments is working.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
Excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2024
The doctor was very kind and empathetic. She was thoughtful and frank in her explanation of my condition. I am truly grateful for the time she took to help me understand my situation and next steps. It made all the difference.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Extremely competent; thorough in her explanations/ analysis of problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2024
I liked Dr. Graham - very knowledgable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2024
Dr Graham communicated and explained everything clearly and listened to my concerns making me feel comfortable and confident.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2024
Dr. Graham is not only absolutely outstanding surgeon, but also warm caring person and great supporter during difficult recovery process.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2024
Dr. Ada Graham Is very thorough and seems to be very passionate In her work. Dr. Graham took the time to explain the CT results and illustrate her surgical plan perspicuously . Most communications were directly through Dr. Graham herself which seems to be a rarity these days and is something that I really admire and appreciate!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2024
Excellent care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2024
Excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2024
First time visit and Dr Graham listened very carefully and explained things completely.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2024
Excellent care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2024
Dr Graham was thoughtful patient and caring. She is clearly very knowledgeable in her field and I an so glad I was referred to her!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2024
Explained stuff simply and clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
Dr. Graham was efficient, pleasant and explained everything she was going to do during my exam. Articulate and focused on my concerns. Provided a referral and encouragement.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2024
Dr. Graham is fantastic but the nurse in the office (Belkys?) was so rude and rushed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2024
I am very happy with the service I received.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2024
Very caring, very clear and a wonderful individual.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2024
It was one of the best experiences with the current provider. Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2024
This was my first visit with Dr. Graham and it went very smoothly. She listened carefully to my concerns and answered all of my questions. She explained in detail what to expect going forward with my pending surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2024
Seemed very knowledgeable about current practices related to surgical treatments for Crohn's. Appreciated her openness to several approaches, and good humor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2024
Dr.Graham is highly skilled in providing the best care in a very difficult and imprtment exam. She is top notch.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2024
The internet was not working at the time of my visit which explains the poor rating. Even without internet the whole experience was extremely pleasant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2024
The doctor is very knowledgeable and explains everything clearly. She is supportive and respectful . A great communicator.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2024
Very easy to talk to, I trust her knowledge, understand my limitations
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
Dr. Graham is the best doctor one can wish for! I was impressed with her level of care, attention, expertise, and professionalism. She explained everything thoroughly and followed up with additional questions I had In a timely manner. I wish all doctors were like her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
Dr. Graham was very well prepared for our initial meeting, highly knowledgeable about my current medical issues, prior medical and surgical history at both Johns Hopkins Baltimore and Sibley, as well as my current medical status.During our initial meeting, Dr. Graham instilled in me the confidence that she was highly knowledgeable about and experienced in treating my medical conditions, had throughly reviewed my medical treatment charts and history, and would make an excellent fit for my future medical treatment and assistance team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2024
Dr. Ada Graham is an excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Dr. Graham is an outstanding surgeon as well as an excellent and caring communicator.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2024
Excellent professionally and personally.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Dr Graham listens to her patients, explains for them to understand and ask questions. She truly cares about her patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2024
My provider Dr. Graham was excellent. She was very easy to talk to, reassuring, and her explanations on the next steps were very easy to understand. Thank you!