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Melissa Ellen Blakeman

Melissa Ellen Blakeman, MD

Internal Medicine

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5.0 of 5 stars168 ratings, 68 reviews

Highlights

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
  • Johns Hopkins Community Physicians

About Melissa Ellen Blakeman

Professional Titles

  • Regional Director, Johns Hopkins Community Physicians, Maryland Suburbs Region

Primary Academic Title

Instructor in Medicine

Background

Melissa Blakeman, M.D., is the regional medical director for Johns Hopkins Community Physicians (JHCP) in the Maryland suburbs region. Dr. Blakeman practices internal medicine at JHCP in North Bethesda, Maryland, where she previously served as the office medical director.

Dr. Blakeman serves as the Medical Director, Patient Access, for JHCP primary care. She is on several committees, including the Baldridge, Recruitment and Retention, Research and Projects, and Practice Standards Committees. 

Dr. Blakeman earned her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She completed a residency in internal medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine and was the chief resident for primary care. Dr. Blakeman has also completed Johns Hopkins Medicine's Transforming Health Systems for Accountable Care Executive Education Program and Leadership Development Program.

Dr. Blakeman has been repeatedly named a Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine and Washington Consumers' Checkbook

Honors

  • Top Doctor, Washingtonian Magazine
  • Top Doctor, Washington Consumers' Checkbook

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - North Bethesda
    • 6000 Executive Boulevard, Suite 625, Rockville, MD 20852

    Expertise

    Education

    The George Washington University School of Medicine

    Residency, Internal Medicine, 2007

    University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    Medical Education, MD, 2003

    Board Certifications

    Internal Medicine

    American Board of Internal Medicine, 2006

    Insurance

    Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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    • 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

    Ratings & Reviews

    5 out of 5

    168 ratings, 68 reviews

    The 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.

    Overall Rating by Patient
    Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Listened Carefully
    Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 5 out of 5 stars
    Provider Explained Things Clearly
    Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 5 out of 5 stars
    Provider Knew Medical History
    Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Showed Respect
    Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 5 out of 5 stars
    Provider Spent Enough Time
    Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/25/2025

      The best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/17/2025

      An excellent communicator

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/29/2025

      Dr. Blakeman is amazing. She is professional, caring, knowledgeable & personable. She offers suggestions for my health & is always available especially through the portal.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/28/2025

      Very knowledgeable and helpful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/21/2025

      Dr. Blakeman is an outstanding medical doctor who provides the highest quality of medical care. I trust her knowledge and judgement completely and would recommend her to friends and family.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/21/2025

      Dr. BLAKEMAN is very thorough. Went over hospital records with me Answered any questions I had. Discussed further treatment plans. She is very caring and kind.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/21/2025

      I am very satisfied with the care that I receive from Dr. Blakeman.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/17/2025

      Dr. Blakeman always listens toccco me. She treats me as an adult and her equal. She gives me attention as a co-creator in my highly personalized health care plan

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/14/2025

      She is wonderful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/31/2024

      Dr. Blakeman was very kind and caring and concerned about my mental health. I am experiencing severe depression and anxiety.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/27/2024

      Dr. Blakeman had clearly reviewed the hospital report and made great suggestions for my care

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/27/2024

      Dr Blakeman is the best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/27/2024

      Best doctor

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/17/2024

      Dr. Blakeman was very professional and listened to my concerns and gave me suggestions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/17/2024

      Dr. Blakeman deserves accolades.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/16/2024

      Dr. Blakeman is wonderful - a very competent and caring provider! Always happy when I can get an appointment with her, as I know her patient hours are limited.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/16/2024

      Dr. Blakeman is an excellent clinician with exceptional interpersonal skills.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/3/2024

      Dr Melissa Blakeman

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/3/2024

      Dr. Blakeman is unsurpassed for a physician.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/3/2024

      I have been a patient of the provider for over 17 years and feel she has always given me the best care and health advice. I have recommended her to a good friend who also gets the best care and advice. My provider listens to me, and I don't find that in many of the doctors I have seen.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/26/2024

      Dr Blakeman is fabulous-she listens and cares!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/26/2024

      Excellent provider

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/19/2024

      Dr. Blakeman is amazing. She is so warm and caring and extremely knowledgeable. I feel so well taken care of when I have an appointment with her and listened to without judgement.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/19/2024

      Dr Blakeman is an excellent physician-she listens intently to my questions and medical concerns. She directly answers my questions and explains options. Together we work on next steps to resolve medical concerns. I hold her in high regard and trust her medical expertise and advice. And she has a terrific sense of humor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/5/2024

      Dr Blakeman is highly intelligent, patient, kind & informative. She is up to date regarding the latest medical practices.She is the best doctor I have ever had & I am 69 years old.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/5/2024

      Melissa Blakeman

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/29/2024

      The most caring doctor I ever had. Very professional and knowledgeable about the care of her patients

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/29/2024

      Dr Blakeman is fantastic.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/29/2024

      I am lucky to have Dr, Blakeman be my doctor over these years.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/22/2024

      She's wonderful always

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/10/2024

      Dr Blakeman is a wonderful physician who puts me at ease and explains things easily and asks and listens intently.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/24/2024

      Very knowledgeable and thorough

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/24/2024

      Phenomenal

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/24/2024

      Dr. Blakeman takes the time to listen to my concerns and is always thoughtful and reflective in her responses. She always has sound medical advice and always seems to know what my next steps should be. She truly cares and I never feel rushed. She has the best bedside manner of any doctor I have ever seen. She is very knowledgable and I always feel confident In her medical advice.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/9/2024

      Dr. Blakeman is consistently excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/3/2024

      Biggest problem is that she has limited clinical hours. I know I can change providers, but I can see someone for sick care fairly easily.I like this provider and she knows my history.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/3/2024

      I have the utmost confidence in Dr Blakeman

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/3/2024

      Dr. Blakeman is wonderful! She is a great listener and is very empathic. She never invalidates any concerns I have about my health.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/27/2024

      Dr Blakeman is one of the best providers I've had --her bedside manner and expertise and communication and respect

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/20/2024

      Dr.Blakeman always takes her time and goes over anything I am concerned about.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/13/2024

      Doctor Blakeman always looks out for my well being and making sure I understand everything.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/13/2024

      Dr. Blakeman listens so carefully to what the patient says.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/13/2024

      I've been always pleased with the care and follow up from Dr. Blakeman. I appreciate the care and knowledge she has always provided. I will remain with her and her practice as long as she is providing service.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/8/2024

      Dr Blakeman is great

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/8/2024

      Dr. Blakeman is kind and considerent. She listens to any concerns and I feel we make decisions together. Good Dr.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/6/2024

      Dr. Blakeman is a superb physician. She is fully competent, efficient, affable, and compassionate. I am a physician with the National Institutes of Health and believe that I am in a good position to comment on physician quality.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/6/2024

      Dr B is a VERY caring provider. We need more like her.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/30/2024

      Dr Melissa Blakeman is an exceptional physician who is knowledgeable, kind and supportive. She always seems to have more time than she does and spends enough time discussing my health. I'm so grateful for her care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/30/2024

      Dr Blakeman always takes her time to discuss any issue and to listen to all concerns

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/23/2024

      My latest visit was for my annual physical. I consider Dr. Blakeman a very competent/excellent physician. I much appreciate also that her office promptly rescheduled my appointment when necessitated by an unforeseen situation from my part.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/23/2024

      I never want Dr. Blakeman to retire, I trust her. She makes annual check ups or other medical appointments easier to deal with. From a committed, long time patient at your JHCP system who's entire family goes to this practice and who's dealt with some real health curveballs, she's worth investing in to keep because she keeps me/us coming back. Thank you.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/23/2024

      I am very happy to have Dr. Blakeman as my primary care doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/16/2024

      I've been seeing Dr. Blakeman for approximately 15+ years due too her extensive knowledge and caring personality.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/2/2024

      Dr. Blakeman is the best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/25/2024

      Excellent provider. Shows concern for you as an individual and works to develop appropriate age-related goals.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/25/2024

      Dr blakeman is the best! She always listens and gives good advice and genuinely cares. My only negative is that she's too busy and she books up so fast!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/18/2024

      She is thorough and intelligent, easy to talk to, understanding, and practical

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/21/2024

      Very professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/7/2024

      Excellent physician, Dr. Blakeman. Listened and then made explanations clear.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/7/2024

      Dr. Blakeman is great!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/23/2024

      Excellent empathetic listener

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/23/2024

      Dr. Melissa Blakeman is an excellent primary care doctor who listens!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/23/2024

      Dr Blakeman is wonderful. I have no complaints

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/16/2024

      Dr. Blakeman was most attentive to my inquiries about my health. She provided me with a plan to assist me with my health concerns. I was most pleased with the visit.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/11/2024

      I've been with her for over 20 years, that says it ALL!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/2/2024

      Dr. Blakeman is an excellent physician. She listens to you and is compassionate. I am very lucky to have such a fantastic primary care physician.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/2/2024

      Extremely knowledgeable about my history and about newest medical treatment and tests. Excellent listener and guide.