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Erica Lynn Gifford

Erica Lynn Gifford, CRNP

Family Medicine

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-2
  • Child 3-12
  • Adolescent 13-17
  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins Community Physicians

About Erica Lynn Gifford

Johns Hopkins Clinician

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Background

Erica Gifford, C.R.N.P., practices Family Medicine at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians in Westminster. She received her bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) from George Mason University in 2004. She then continued her studies at the University of North Carolina Wilmington where she received her masters of science in nursing (MSN) in 2011.

N.P. Gifford worked in women’s health for four years, first employed as a C.R.N.P. in Wilmington, North Carolina, at Glen Meade OB/GYN from March 2012 to August 2013. She then worked at Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center GYN/OB from August 2013 to June 2015. During summer 2015, she began focusing on Family Practice where she joined the talented team of providers at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians in Westminster in June 2015.

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Westminster

Expertise

Education

  • Medical Education: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, MSN, 2011

Board Certifications

  • Family Nurse Practitioner: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, 2012

Insurance

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)

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

336 ratings, 137 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.

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

    Great visit

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

    She was very good and helpful

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

    Erica is the most caring direct provider I have ever worked with and it shows she cares.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/15/2026

    Erica Gifford is very thorough and very responsive to concerns. I have been seeing Erica for over a decade and trust her explicitly. I appreciate the continuity of care. I wouldn't want to see anyone else as my primary care provider.

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

    Provider was aware of the chronic condition from previous visit. She adjusted the medication and approach to the condition. It's only been a few days but notable improvement has been observed thus far.

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

    Totally satisfied with Erica and office personnel.

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

    Erica is wonderful and truly cares about her patients. As a result, my husband switched to her from another doctor in the office and because she actually listens to her patients his health has vastly improved.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2026

    Overall experience was great from beginning to end !!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2026

    Nurse Gifford is a FANTASTIC provider! She listens and speaks in clear language.

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

    This was my first visit with her. She was very nice and friendly. Made me feel comfortable

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

    Ms Gifford CNP has taken better care of me over the years than other doctors have. She listens to you, doesn't judge and truly wants great health for her patients.

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

    Erica is mine and my husbands health care provider and we very satisfied and appreciate her very much and she also has a very outstanding person that works under her. We have no complaints whatsoever..

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

    Erica was and has been caring and professional at all times. She listens to my concerns and provides me with the information that I need to address those issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2026

    Extremely sincere and sensitive to me being worried about the situation. They explained all the ""solutions"" that were going to take place to help me. They went above and beyond to understand my location for appointments while making sure I got the help I needed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/23/2026

    Very attentive to patient's description of the problem. Understood and showed empathy and urgency of getting resolution of problem.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/23/2026

    Erica always listens and is great at enacting a plan to adress any issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2026

    Erica is always thorough and takes time with me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/16/2026

    Very happy with the care provided

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/15/2026

    Erica is amazing! She is a great listener and always has good advice!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/13/2026

    The best provider I could have. Asking me a lot of questions about what is going on with myself. Things at home. Outside walking.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/9/2026

    Always they never rush you and listen to you .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/9/2026

    Love Erica and the time she takes to listen, thoroughly explain and answer follow up questions. She respects my desire to limit medications and find the source of the problem rather than just treating symptoms.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/8/2026

    Erica listened to me and created a feasible care plan.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    Erica Gifford is one of the nicest and thorough providers we have had.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2026

    This was a pre-op visit only. My routine annual wellness visit was in February (which was a 10/10). At this pre-op visit Erica did a great job.

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

    Very thorough and attentive.

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

    The provider Erica was great and offered several useful suggestions to control my malady.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/9/2026

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    Erica Gifford NP Johns Hopkins US Family Health

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

    She is always very friendly, pleasant , helpful and knowledgable.

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

    Excellent exam

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Erica Gifford

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Very personable and friendly

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

    Erica Gifford is a wonderful competent provider and I highly recommend her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    Erica Gifford is the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/18/2026

    Very good visit, as always. I and my wife are grateful to have you all as our care team!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/18/2026

    She was very sympathetic and is trying everything she can think of to help me. I've had a progressively worst cough for the past 10 yrs and am at my whits end. Erica is trying to help me bc I've been to 7 doctors of various specialties, with no help.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    She's amazing!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/12/2026

    Erika Gifford is the best care provider I have ever had. She listens, explains and guides me whenever I need her. I'd give her scores as 100 if I could.

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

    I get absolutely excellent care from Johns Hopkins med center & provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/6/2026

    Excellent provider!

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

    The Best !

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

    I have complete confidence in this provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    As a medical professional I found it very refreshing at the level of care and concern regardless of the circumstances. I would see this practitioner again for intermediate care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    Very thorough and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    I have been a client here for years and my CRNP is great, understands what treatment I need. Always redpinds to emails too!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2026

    Very professional and informative. Listened carefully asked all right questions, provided course of treatment.

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

    Excellent

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

    Excellent provider!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Erica Gifford is a wonderful doctor (nurse practitioner) and I hope she will be my dr for a very long time

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Love Erica! She is the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Good Experiene

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    CRNP Erica Gifford provides excellent professional care and promptly responds to any questions or concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    They all pretty well! !

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Love her, so easy to talk to and she is very thorough in explaining everything.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Dr Erica Gifford is knowledgeable and attentive and an overall great health care provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Erica is very helpful and asks and answers all questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Very engaged, attentive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    Erica Gifford CRNP has been my PCP dormant years She has always been extremely helpful

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

    Erica always listens and provides answers that I can work with.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/2/2026

    Erica is so knowledgeable, friendly and approachable . I respect her and her team!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/29/2025

    As always very professional, courteous and knowledgeable about my health care needs.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/26/2025

    NP Gifford was very nice and explained everything that eased my worry. Very pleased with my visit with her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    So grateful they were able to see me on Christmas eve and they provided great care and helped me get what I needed to recover!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Erica was very kind and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    I was sick when I scheduled the appt with Erica Gifford. This was my first time seeing her. She was very thorough, explained everything well, and provided reasons she felt it was best for me to be treated at ER. I appreciate her honesty about my situation.

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

    She is great

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

    Always a great Dr she is always willing to listen and answer any questions we have she is like family to us

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    I have been with this provider for almost 10 years. I appreciate her thoroughness.

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

    Erica and the nurses are professional and engaging at all times.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    I am very happy that I just picked her name out when I moved here and have been seeing her ever since.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Erica is without a doubt one of the most professional health I have worked with. She is beyond caring and knowledgeable.

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

    Erica is very kind and patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Time well spent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    I love Erica Gifford! She listens to my health concerns and helps me with the best plan possible!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    She is great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Erica Gifford is a great care provider. It is clear that she genuinely cares about me and my wife's well being with a goal of healthy and pain free longevity.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    She's the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    Although Erica was not my regular provider, she gave me her full attention and was very helpful!

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

    Very knowledgeable about my situation and also very professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Erica Gifford

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

    Positive experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    I was very happy with my visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    Erica Gifford Is great-peofessional, courteous, attentive. I feel I am in good hands w her.

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

    Excellent provider as always.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Very happy with my care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    The appointment for a pre-op went well from start to finish.

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

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    Erica is very calm and easy going. And she does not make you feel rushed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    She is patient and understanding but also efficient and thoughtful with everyone's time. She listens to my concerns and explains the plan thoroughly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    She's wonderful!!!

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

    My provider was very much present! She uplifted me and congratulated me on the progress I made on dropping my A1C level. She took the time to advise and listen to my concerns.

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

    I loved Erica. She is one of the best I've seen in my 8 years with JHCP

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

    Excellent doctor. Always listening

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

    My wife and I have been coming to jhc for many years and have always been very happy with the care we are given .

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

    Erica is very thorough- EXCELLENT!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    My provider was friendly, knowledgeable, and took time to listen and address my concerns. Excellent service.

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

    Erica is one of a kind! She is patient, thorough, empathetic, personable, and informative. Her and [staff] make sure all of my questions are answered and needs are met. Truly the best PCP team I've ever had throughout my life.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    She is friendly, knowledgable and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    Erica is amazing. So kind and thorough with each visit. So pleased to have her as my provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    Dr.Gifford is an excellent doctor! We moved from Westminster to Ellicott City and we drive the distance just to keep her as our doctor. My husband and I both really respect and trust that she is right for us!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    Excellent. Friendly. Warm. Clearly knowledgeable.

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

    I love Erica.

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

    Erica is amazing! She listens extremely well and always makes positive recommendations. She's professional yet approachable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    Erica is very professional compassionate and listens to all of your concerns!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    Very pleasant for a Doctor visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    I've been seeing Erica Gifford for the past 8 years. She is always thorough and very attentive to any questions I may have. She is the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Erica Gifford is very thorough and very easy to talk too.

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

    Awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/8/2025

    Erica Gifford is a wonderful Knowledgeable provider caring for her patients.

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

    Erica Gifford NP

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    Very thorough office visit. She addressed all of my concerns. Tests conducted were followed up promptly, and appropriate referrals were made.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    Erica is a top notch provider. She has cared for me and my children for 10+ years

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    Erica is very professional and personable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    She is very personable and easy to talk to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/25/2025

    Best I have ever had

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/25/2025

    She was very good. I would definitely recommend her to others.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Best possible

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

    This was my first appointment with this nurse practitioner and she was very thorough. She had reviewed my chart prior to my appointment.

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

    Love her

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    Excellent and thorough

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

    My provider always treat me with respect, knowledge, observes good bed manners and sensitive to my needs.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/6/2025

    Erica helped me with my neck preppy medication plan. She was able to tell me what I could and couldn't take for the operation. She was very knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Erica Gifford is the best!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Erica Gifford

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

    Erica is always so kind when I go in. She makes me feel heard and welcome.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Always pleasant and professional. Ask questions and listens to my concerns. Never rushed to go to the next patient. Makes me feel very comfortable and able to speak openly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Erica Gifford is a wonderful, caring practioner. The main drawback is when I have an emergent issue, she is rarely available. I have a large medical record and prefer to see the provider that knows me best.

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

    Erica is an excellent provider

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

    Erica is kind, knowledgeable and very thorough. I feel blessed to have her taking care of me.

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

    Erica Gifford

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

    Erica is very attentive and proactive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2025

    Erica Gifford is a wonderful provider.

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

    I've been with Erica for a couple of years and she is a wonderful provider. She listens to my concerns. She spends time with me and she makes me feel valued as a patient. Any time I have questions about anything, she is available, especially using My Chart. She gets back to me almost immediately. It is a very personable office and a joy to find a provider like her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    So kind!!!