
Highlights
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Elizabeth Ratchford
Professional Titles
- Director, Johns Hopkins Center for Vascular Medicine
Primary Academic Title
Professor of Clinical Medicine
Background
Dr. Elizabeth Ratchford is a Professor of Clinical Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise include vascular medicine. Dr. Ratchford serves as the director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Vascular Medicine.
Dr. Ratchford received her M.D. from the Yale University School of Medicine. She completed her residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University.
Her research interests include peripheral artery disease, fibromuscular dysplasia, and cardiovascular disease prevention among firefighters.
Dr. Ratchford has been recognized by several honors, including the Merck Book Award from Yale University School of Medicine. She serves on the editorial board of the journal Vascular Medicine as editor of the Patient Page Section. She is currently the President of the Society for Vascular Medicine.
Centers and Institutes
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Clinical Trial Keywords
Claudication; Peripheral vascular disease; Vascular disease; Peripheral arterial disease
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
7 Surefire Ways To Warm Up Cold Hands, Huffington Post (November 25, 2015)
Medicare will now cover 'treadmill therapy' for leg pain, Dailymail.com (August 29, 2017)
What the Heck Happened to This Yo-Yo Champ's Index Finger? LiveScience (February 17, 2019)
Cardiologists grapple with potential CV risks posed by e-cigarettes, Healio (July 2019)
A practical approach to tobacco dependence for clinicians, smokers, Healio (February 2019)
Smoking cessation for 30 years confers reduced PAD risk similar to never smokers, Healio (September 2, 2019)
Research Interests
Peripheral Artery Disease, Fibromuscular Dysplasia
Lab Website
Ratchford Lab
- Prospective registry looking at cardiovascular risk assessment and risk reduction among firefighters.
Honors
- Alpha Omega Alpha, Yale University School of Medicine, 1/1/00
- Merck Book Award, Yale University School of Medicine, 1/1/00
- American Cancer Society Prize, Yale University School of Medicine, 1/1/00
- Medical Thesis selected for Honors, Yale University School of Medicine, 1/1/00
- summa cum laude, Dartmouth College, 1/1/96
- Phi Beta Kappa, Dartmouth College, 1/1/96
- Elected, Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society, 1/1/96
- Presidential Scholar, Dartmouth College, 1/1/95
- Salutatorian, Marist School, 1/1/92
Memberships
- Society for Vascular Medicine, President
Professional Activities
- Editorial Board of the journal Vascular Medicine, Co-Editor of Patient Page Section
- Society for Vascular Medicine, Executive Board Member / President
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10755 Falls Road, Pavilion I STE 360, Lutherville, MD 21093
- phone: 443-997-0270
- fax: 410-367-2448
- Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center, White Marsh
- 4924 Campbell Boulevard, Suite 110, Nottingham, MD 21236
- phone: 443-997-0270
- fax: 443-442-2018
Expertise
Education
New York-Presbyterian Columbia
Residency, Internal Medicine, 2003Yale University School of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 2000Board Certifications
Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, 2003Insurance
- 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
177 ratings, 87 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 2/19/2025
Dr. Ratchford Is very knowledgeable about FMD. I at times have difficulty explaining my health issues. I find her easy to talk with and she explains issues and plan of care so that I can understand. I feel fortunate to have Dr, Ratchford as my physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2025
Dr Ratchford is my FMD specialist and is very knowledgeable and compassionate!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2025
I was very pleased with the thoroughness of my appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2025
Dr. Ratchford is kind, friendly, and interested in talking with me about my visit. She is knowledgeable and communicates effectively. I enjoy our visits.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2025
Dr Ratchford is top notch. I feel confident I'm receiving excellent care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Dr Ratchford was very thorough with reviewing my case. She provided me with her full attention and answered all of my questions..
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2025
Easy to talk to and very open to try and help me with my care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
Very informative. Very focused on me. Extremely competetent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
Dr. Ratchford is excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2025
Dr. Ratchford listened to me about my condition, had already reviewed my previous tests, scans, and referral and was up to speed before she entered the exam room. She was informative, proactive, extremely knowledgeable and had a plan of action. I felt like I was in the best hands possible and am grateful for her care and kindness.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2025
Excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
Dr Ratchford js very knowledgeable and ubderstandibg
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Dr. Ratchford provided guidance that I truly needed about SCAD and how to take care of myself moving forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2025
She talked to me as a person not just a body my visit, as normal, was personal and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2024
Responded to urgency of problem and my time/travel constraints with set up of video visit and referral to vascular surgeon for a follow up video visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2024
Loved the Doctor, very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2024
The best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
Very knowledgeable. Felt like someone finally understood my situation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
Good bedside manner and very knowledgeable. Easy to engage in dialogue
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
Dr. Ratchford is the ultimate professional and the best doctor I have seen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2024
I was very pleased to meet the new physician I have. She was prompted and on time. She spent a lot of time with me. But I just wish we could get me better faster. But we will it will just take time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2024
Exceptional , and very informative. Very thankful for her knowledge and help
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2024
Very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
Excellent provider. Showed good listening skills and encouraged me to interact with her recommendations
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
Excellent as usual. Dr Ratchford is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
Excellent doctor who took the time to thoroughly explain my medical problem. Excellent communication following results of test performed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2024
Thorough, was up-to-date on my medical history and provided valuable suggestions and a plan to move forward with my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2024
Love Dr Ratchford. She listens and asks questions. She is very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
I look forward to my annual appt. With Dr. Ratchford. I am confident in her vast knowledge base about my personal health and good health in general. She gives focused attention. I never feel rushed to cover all my concerns/ questions. Leave every appt.feeling well cared for.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2024
She is sompetent, took the time to go through my medical history and went through the exam thourouly and explained things clearly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Dr Ratchford explained everything to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Very professional and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Dr. Ratchford was extremely thorough in discussing my medical issues and potential treatments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2024
Superior doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2024
Dr Ratchford is a dedicated physician who explains what is going on and the reasoning behind the decisions we make together. I never feel rushed and leave knowing that my concerns have been addressed and my questions have been answered. She is very caring and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2024
Dr Ratchford is the best physician and ever had the pleasure to meet. She is thorough, kind and knowledgeable. I am so grateful for her intervention. She gave me hope!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
I'm very confident in the care that Dr Ratchford provides.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
I was a new patient for Dr. Ratchford. Prior to my visit, she had totally familiarized herself with my medical record. She was incredibly thorough, from reviewing all aspects of my medical history to the written follow up notes from the visit. Dr. Ratchford is an excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2024
Dr. Ratchford spent a lot of time reviewing my records and discussing my vascular problems with me. She has asked for copies of a carotid artery scan done in Jan, 2023 and a copy of a previous vascular ultrasound performed by a different provider several years ago.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
She's wonderful. Great listener and practical.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
Dr. Ratchford spent a great deal of time with me answering questions and listening to my concerns. I felt heard.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
Always the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
This was my first visit to the Hopkins and the White Marsh facility. Most impressive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
Dr Ratchford is A-1. Great at discovery, empathetic, listens well, and extremely knowledgeable. I could not have a better doctor! I would recommend her to anyone....
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
World class. Took a ton of time to review my history and the path forward. Best care I have ever encountered
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2024
Thorough. Good listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2024
Dr. Ratchford is the best! I am so happy that is my provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Very informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
Great doctor, good listener and genuinely seemed to care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
Very caring, she took time to look up my records to get a clear understanding of what I need.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2024
My contacts with this Dr is always excellent, respectful, supportive and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2024
Shows genuine concern about her patients.Easy to talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
Very knowledgeable and very helpful in understanding symptoms and management of condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
Always very helpful with any issues
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
I have a very high degree of respect for Dr. Ratchford and her team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2024
Provider is excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2024
Caring and concerned about my issues. Seemed very competent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2024
Dr. Ratchford is an excellent, concerned doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2024
Everything was good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2024
Dr. Ratchford is one of if not the best provider I have ever seen. She is very thorough and offers many suggestions to improve my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2024
Dr. Ratchford is one of the most thorough, knowledgeable, courteous, communicative, and caring physicians I have ever seen. Her bedside manner Is also excellent. My last visit with her was 11 years ago, and that is how I remembered her, and she has not changed since then.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2024
Dr. Ratchford is always very clear when discussing my condition and medication. I leave the office with clear and consise instructions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2024
Kind,thorough,expert knowledge, related well to patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2024
Dr. Ratchford is an exceptional doctor. She is very knowledgeable, reads up on your case before the appointment and gives great advice. It's obvious that she cares about your wellbeing..
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
If was my first meeting with Dr Ratchford. I almost immediately felt comfortable and that she would be a good provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
Top in her field! I am a retired PENN MD and travel 2 hours to see Dr. Ratchford for care and have never been disappointed. She has been extraordinary on so many levels.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2024
Welcomed additional info when it becomes available.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
Very easy to talk with and easy to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2024
Dr. Ratchford performed a thorough examination. I learned things about my condition that I hadn't known before
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2024
My comments I put on my chart in a message to Dr Ratchford. In short... Excellent, excellent excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2024
Dr Ratchford's attention to detail is superior. She is thorough, listens attentively, and asks inciteful questions. I wish all doctors had her ability to treat the whole patient. She is truly a gifted physician!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2024
Dr. Ratchford is an excellent doctor. Very smart and explains subjects clearly. She gave me ideas for an exercise plan going forward. She is very aware of details regarding my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Attentive ,had thorough history, thorough exam, easy to talk with, answered questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Excellent extremely comprehensive evaluation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2024
She's amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2024
Dr. Ratchford was very thorough and took a lot of time to review my case and explain my condition and the next steps.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Dr Elizabeth Ratchford was amazing. She spent lots of time with me and listened to everything I had to say. She is one of the most wonderful doctors I've ever seen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2024
The Doctor was OUTSTANDING VERY PLEASE
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2024
Friendly, professional, sincere and flexible when communicating
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2024
Dr Ratchford was very busy but she took the time to answer my questions and gave me information on my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/10/2024
She is a wonderful and caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2024
Dr. Ratchford has been so kind and helpful! She is patient and knowledgeable about her field. Most of all she listened and validated my experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2024
Greatly appreciate the knowledge and ability to convey information to me.