
Ada Elizabeth Graham, MD
Colon and Rectal Surgical OncologyColon and Rectal Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adolescent 13-17
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- German
- English
In-Network Plans
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FemaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Ada Elizabeth Graham
Primary Academic Title
Assistant Professor of Surgery
Johns Hopkins Physician
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
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- phone: 443-927-3900
- fax: 301-896-8805
- Sibley Memorial Hospital
- 5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 210, Washington, DC 20016
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- phone: 202-895-1440
- fax: 410-367-2247
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
- 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 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 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
Very caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2026
Dr Graham was sensitive to my needs, knowledgeable about prospective surgery, organized, and competent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Very nice
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Better than most MD's
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Excellent in preparation excellent in explanation excellent in execution excellent in follow up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Satisfied
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Dr. Graham was very helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Aswam doctor. Great bedside manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Excellent visit. Good information received.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Thoughtful, courteous, professional, competent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
Excellent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
Very professional, put me at ease, warm and great bedside manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Professional, helpful and kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Excellent very well prepared.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
Love her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
It was my first visit with this doctor. She was very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Dr Graham is terrific
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Skilled, caring, responsive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
Excellent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
I'm very pleased with Dr. Graham. I trust her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Seems to know her stuff and did an excellent job.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Excellentall good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Very polite , nice customer service .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Very competent, also humane and taking time to explain the surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Excellent surgeon, very attentive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Dr Graham
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
Explained everything very Thoroughly and carefully She answered all questions carefully.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Dr. Graham did a great job explaining follow-up protocol.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Dr. Graham is a Great Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Very professional and supportive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
Respectful, empathetic, knowledgeable, patient and a great listener and communicator.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Very respectful and used inclusive language
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Dr Ada Graham was amazing. Very thorough and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Dr. Graham is an excellent surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Dr. Graham was terrific
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr Graham is very thorough in her explanations,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
Dr.Graham is very professional, kind, compassionate and extremely thorough. She has a wonderful bedside manner @
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
Number and quality of deliverables far surpasses those of others in her field
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr Graham was great. She put me at ease with her calm, straightforward explanations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
Excellent Doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
I've have the best reviews for her she's great at what she do.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
Love her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr. Graham is an outstanding doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
On point
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Dr. Graham is an excellent provider and I would recommend her to anyone
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
She was very well prepared and on top of my records for the appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
She's great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
I am very fortunate to have Dr. Ada Graham care for my problem and subsequent health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Dr Graham is amazing. She is very smart and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Great physician, excellent care and bedside manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Dr Graham explained everything. Was excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
Very nice, took time to discus diagnosis and possible treatments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
Very clear and concise about what to expect during surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2025
Amazing doctor. Very caring and very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
She is a terrific doctor who is knowledgeable and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
Dr. Graham was wonderful, patient and helped me understand my choices.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/15/2025
Thank you.