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Ada Elizabeth Graham

Ada Elizabeth Graham, MD

Colon and Rectal Surgical OncologyColon and Rectal Surgery

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adolescent 13-17
  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • German
  • English

Gender

Female

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Ada Elizabeth Graham

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Surgery

Johns Hopkins Physician

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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

  1. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda
  2. Sibley Memorial Hospital
    • 5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 210, Washington, DC 20016
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: University of Chicago Medicine, Colorectal Surgery, 2022
  • Residency: The George Washington University Hospital, General Surgery, 2021
  • Medical Education: University of Tennessee HSC College of Medicine, MD, 2015

Board Certifications

  • Colon and Rectal Surgery: American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery, 2023
  • Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2021

Insurance

Please contact the location directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.
Search plans
  • Aetna
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthSmart/Accel
  • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
  • MultiPlan
  • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
  • Point Comfort Underwriters
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

254 ratings, 115 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
Provider Listened Carefully
Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
Provider Spent Enough Time
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    Dr. Graham took the time to educate me and explain all of the possibilities. She was very comforting is what is a difficult time. She was thoughtful and respectful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    Dr. Graham is the best doctor I've ever had. She's kind and knowledgeable and explained things to me in a way I understood. I can tell she is passionate about what she does and cares about my health and healing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/17/2026

    Dr. Graham is an exceptional provider. She comes across very knowledgeable and thoughtful clinically. She is also personable and even goofy some times which really de-escalates the stress and discomfort of the medical issues at hand and their sensitive exams. I'm very thankful to have her as my surgeon.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/11/2026

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/11/2026

    Very caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2026

    Dr Graham was sensitive to my needs, knowledgeable about prospective surgery, organized, and competent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2026

    Dr. A. Graham was terrific. She explained things well. She listened to me and understood my concerns. She was all around very assuring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2026

    Very nice

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    Better than most MD's

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    Excellent in preparation excellent in explanation excellent in execution excellent in follow up.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    Satisfied

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    Dr. Graham was very helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    Aswam doctor. Great bedside manner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    Ada Graham, M.D., was extremely thorough in her information to me regarding the results of the colonoscopy she performed and answered my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    Excellent visit. Good information received.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    She gave me a lot of information and explained my options so I could make a educated decision.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    Thoughtful, courteous, professional, competent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Dr. Graham is one of the best doctors that I see once a year. I trust her and love the way she makes a patient feel comfortable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Dr Graham was amazing! She dd a thorough exam and carefully explained the results. She was very well informed about my specific health history!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Very professional, put me at ease, warm and great bedside manner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Professional, helpful and kind

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Excellent very well prepared.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Dr Graham is a supior doctor So very intelligent and very informative You never leave her office with any questions. She is always very thorough and never rushed even though you know she is very much in demand. Her personality is very upbeat and she is genuinely concerned about your situation. No matter what the reason for my visit,I never leave without a hug! She just makes you feel that positive about your life!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    Love her

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    When it comes to Colorectal issues it can be a bit unnerving and embarrassing. Dr. Graham put me at ease and makes it comfortable to talk about hemorrhoids, that is a feat!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    It was my first visit with this doctor. She was very helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Dr Graham explained things very well. Really listened to me. Wonderful doc. Also want to compliment [staff] in the office, very nice put me at ease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Dr Graham is terrific

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/7/2026

    One of the best doctors I have ever been to. She took excellent care of my daughter and really put her at ease. Can't recommend her enough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/5/2026

    She was smart, communicated well, and clearly prepared well for the visit (which means reading lots of hospital records.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/31/2025

    I very much appreciate that Dr. Graham diagnosed the problem AND treated the problem then and there as part of the visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Very professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Dr. Graham is excellent at providing detailed information in a very understandable way and listening and responding to my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Recommend a gram to all of my friends who might need her services. I think she is an excellent Doctor Who communicates well and relates well to me as a patient. I trust her medical advice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Skilled, caring, responsive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    Excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    She gave me my bum back! She's awesome! Again, she took away the excruciating pain and gave me my bumbum back! What else can I say?! Ha ha!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/10/2025

    Dr Graham is a fabulous doctor, who performs at a very high level of quality and care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    I'm very pleased with Dr. Graham. I trust her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Seems to know her stuff and did an excellent job.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    This was my initial consultation with Dr. Graham and I was very impressed with her deep knowledge, vast experience, patience and kindness. I would feel very safe in her hands as a surgeon!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Excellentall good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Very polite , nice customer service .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Very competent, also humane and taking time to explain the surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Excellent surgeon, very attentive

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Dr Graham

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    She was very thorough and detailed in her discussion and corrected some incorrect ideas I had about my condition h

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    Dr Graham was amazing, spent 45 minutes sharing information answering questions and developing a plan for next steps regarding my recent cancer diagnosis. Couldn't have asked for a better visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Dr Graham is both brilliant and lovely. Excellent, empathetic bedside manner. I am grateful to have been in her care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    This appointment was a post-op appointment. Dr Graham was great in preparation for surgery, the actual surgery, and followup to surgery. I cannot imagine a better experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Very friendly, took the time to explain everything in lay person's terms. Answered all questions. Good sense of humor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    Explained everything very Thoroughly and carefully She answered all questions carefully.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    She is so nice and personable. She is exactly the provider that everyone should aspire to be. Explains things well, take her time, very thorough. She doesn't force therapy but rather gives options. An amazing and caring provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Dr. Graham did a great job explaining follow-up protocol.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Dr. Graham is a Great Doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Dr Graham was the best. I would love fir her to fo my colon surgery, however, the drive is too long.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    Very professional and supportive

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/15/2025

    Respectful, empathetic, knowledgeable, patient and a great listener and communicator.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Very respectful and used inclusive language

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Dr Ada Graham was amazing. Very thorough and knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Dr. Graham is an excellent surgeon

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Dr. Graham was terrific

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Dr. Graham is a very kind physician with good knowledge of my illness. She explained all the possibilities of my follow up care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Amazing and professional from start to end of visit. Took the time to explain all aspects of potential treatment with my actual imaging providing the most thorough explanation.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    I am very impressed with Dr. Graham and am very glad I was referred to her for my surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    -listened to what I had to say-explained/went over everything about my condition making it easy to understand- put me at ease from the start

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/19/2025

    I appreciated and lived the care provided but still John Hopkins University Medicine was unable to help me. I wish you guys practice more JEM Values- Gong above and beyond. That to me would be worth it.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    She is the best colorectal provider I have talked to. She answered all of my questions, made me feel safe and taken care of. She gave me a lot of ease for the future.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Dr Graham has a very good bedside manner when discussing the need for surgery and what the process will entail.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Dr Graham is very thorough in her explanations,

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Dr Graham was both friendly and professional; she took the necessary time to explain things without seeming rushed. She was also respectful and reassuring during what could fairly be described as a rather personal examination. I would add that she is interesting to talk to, and that I am grateful that her index finger is quite slender.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    I'm very pleased with Dr. Graham. She's responsive, explains my medical issue in detail and easily understood. She inspires confidence with her expertise.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Dr.Graham is very professional, kind, compassionate and extremely thorough. She has a wonderful bedside manner @

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Number and quality of deliverables far surpasses those of others in her field

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    Dr Graham was great. She put me at ease with her calm, straightforward explanations.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Very caring and thorough doctor. Comfortable to talk to. Although my results didn't turn out in my favor, Doctor is working on the best solution for me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Excellent Doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    I've have the best reviews for her she's great at what she do.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    I was very impressed with Dr. Graham and look forward to my next visit. I have complete confidence in her expertise to treat my health issue appropriately and efficiently.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Dr. Graham is most excellent. She is my 2nd opinion consultation.' She was far superior to Dr Patil who only recommended painful surgery. Dr Graham presented a more thorough explanation

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Love her

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Dr. Graham is an outstanding doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Dr. Graham was kind and respectful throughout the visit and exam. I felt comfortable and that my issues and concerns were clearly and skillfully addressed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    On point

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Dr. Graham is an excellent provider and I would recommend her to anyone

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    Wonderful experience, calmed my anxiety, very professional, and at the time compassionate. As my mother used to say, ""Wonderful bedside mannee,""

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Very nice caring and made me feel comfortable even with my illness couldn't ask for a better doctor I trust Dr Ada Graham

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Dr Graham is an excellent surgeon. She also took the time to explain the procedure and effects.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    I am genuinely in awe by this appointment. I saw a different specialist for the same issue before I saw Dr. Graham and the experience was night and day. Dr. Graham provided one of the best medical experiences I've ever had. She listened, engaged, asked questions, clearly explained things, and made jokes to help me relax. But most importantly she made sure our interaction was trauma informed and was very careful not to trigger me during the appointment. I cannot recommend her highly enough

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    She was very well prepared and on top of my records for the appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    I really liked the trust that the doctor gave me to be able to tell her my problem, I thank her very much for all her help

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    She's great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    First visit with this Dr. She was very detailed and explained the pending procedure and additional info as well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    I am very fortunate to have Dr. Ada Graham care for my problem and subsequent health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    Dr Graham is amazing. She is very smart and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    Great physician, excellent care and bedside manner

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

    Wonderful visit. Dr Graham was very attentive, thorough, and Informative. And was very knowledgeable about my Dx and coursed of treatment available.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    Excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2025

    Dr. Graham is extraordinary.She visited every day while I was in hospital. This was a follow on. She spent more than an hour with me and my family explaining my situation clearly and answering all our questions with the aid of my scans. She was prepared generous with her time and always supportive. Could not be better.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    Dr. Graham shows up to appointments well prepared and is a superior communicator. She demonstrates the diligence and rigor of a professional care giver. Her administrative team struggles badly to meet that same level of professionalism. See comments below.

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

    The provider took the time to explain my condition in a way for me to understand and explained the options for treatment.

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

    Dr. Graham is professional, caring and listens carefully with what my concerns are. She is always on time, spends considerable time with me and provides me with the care I need.

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

    At my previous appt, Dr. Graham was well briefed. At this appt, the office was running late and there was not continuity from my previous care.

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

    This was my first visit with Dr Graham and I cannot speak highly enough. All my oration were answered.

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

    Dr. Graham was very patient and explained everything that was relevant to my situation. She answered any questions that I had. Only negative is that my procedure has not been scheduled almost a week post my appt. I called the office to leave a VM to schedule. I was told in my appt that the scheduler would contact me via phone.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Dr Graham explained everything. Was excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    Very nice, took time to discus diagnosis and possible treatments.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    Dr. Graham was courteous and very thorough. She welcomed me by name and was happy to see me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    Very clear and concise about what to expect during surgery.

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

    Amazing doctor. Very caring and very knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2025

    She is a terrific doctor who is knowledgeable and personable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2025

    Dr. Graham was wonderful, patient and helped me understand my choices.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/15/2025

    Thank you.