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Hadley Katharine Wesson

Hadley Katharine Wesson, MD, MPH

General Surgery

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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 School of Medicine Faculty

About Hadley Katharine Wesson

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Surgery

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Hadley Katharine Wesson is a general surgeon with the Johns Hopkins Department of Surgery, Division of Acute Care Surgery, practicing at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. After receiving her BA from Brown University, Dr. Wesson received her MD from the University of Rochester, School of Medicine and Dentistry. She completed her surgical residency at the Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems. She is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.

She holds a Masters in Public Health from The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and completed a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in International Health through The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

As a general surgeon, Dr. Wesson has a broad experience encompassing both open and laparoscopic surgical techniques. Her research interests include improving systems-based delivery of care and a focus on quality improvement. Additionally, her research focuses on enhancing patients' understanding of their surgery, with techniques aimed at improving the preparedness for and recovering from surgery. Her practice embraces the American College of Surgeon's Strong for Surgery and Enhanced Recovery After Surgery initiatives.

She is the recipient of the "2017 Armstrong Award for Excellence in Quality and Safety" for her work in enhancing patient's surgical experience at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. 

She is a member of the Distinguished Teaching Society of the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, recognized for demonstrating the highest standards of excellence and clinical teaching. 

She currently serves as the President of the Professional Staff at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center and is the medical director of the Johns Hopkins Surgery Practice at Howard County.

Selected Publications

  • Wesson HKH, Bagwell C. "Operative Management of Choledochal Cysts." In Mastery of Surgery. Seventh Edition. JE Fischer (ed). Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer. 2017

  • Wesson HKH, Khan S, Ferrada P. "Ultrasound as a Tool for Fluid Status Assessment in the Trauma Patient." International Journal of Surgery. September 2015; 33:190-195. PMID: 26432007

  • Wesson HKH, Mthembu N, Bachani A, Hyder AA, Hofman K. "Informing Road Traffic Intervention Choices in South Africa: The Role of Economic Evaluations." Global Health Action. July 2016; 9: 30728. PMID: 27396485

  • Wesson HKH, Natoli K, Zenilman ME. "Invited Commentary: Nursing Homes, Geriatric Patients and Us." The American Journal of Surgery. August 2016; 212(2):209-10. PMID: 27449210

  • Wesson HKH, Natoli KR, Harris JE, Zenilman ME. "Small Bowel Diverticula." In Sackelford's Surgery of the Alimentary Tract. Eighth Edition. CJ Yeo (ed). Philadelphia: Elsevier. 2018

Memberships

  • American College of Surgeons

Locations

  1. Medical Arts Building - Columbia
    • 11085 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 103, Columbia, MD 21044
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Expertise

Education

  • Residency: VCU Health and Hospitals, General Surgery, 2015
  • Graduate School: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, MPH, 2012
  • Residency: VCU Health and Hospitals, General Surgery, 2008
  • Medical Education: University of Rochester School of Medicine, MD, 2007

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2018

Insurance

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  • 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

5 out of 5

100 ratings, 48 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 3/12/2026

    Dr explained my problem throughly and in understandable terms.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/12/2026

    Number one in my book!

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

    Much better service and attention than expected

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

    Dr Wesson did a wonderful job explaining my hetnia and the surgery to be performed. I have had little pain and am recovering quickly.

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

    Informative and attentive, answered all of our questions

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

    Thanks for taking the time to answer my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    I was pleased with the efforts of the provider

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

    Dr. Wesson is an outstanding surgeon! She fully understood my particular health issues. I give her my strongest recommendation.

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

    Dr. Wesson was great at explaining my predicament and all possible solutions!

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

    Dr Wesson probably had other patients, but she spent time with me as I were her only patient. She was wonderful during my visit.

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

    Dr. Wesson is the very best!

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

    I had a great surgical outcome with Dr. Hadley

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

    She is one of the best clinicians I have ever had the pleasure of working with. She is kind, thoughtful, patient, knowledgeable, capable and an overall wonderful person.

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

    Hadley was so open and comforting.

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

    Dr Wesson was fantastic! She was thorough and explained everything to me clearly. She had wonderful bedside manner.

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

    Very attentive, listened well, gave good and comforting advice

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

    Dr Wesson is a great doctor. She treated me with professionalism, care, and kindness.

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

    Dr. Wesson has been my provider since 2018. I've had 2 hernia repairs 2018 and 2019 and in February 2026 I will be having cholecystectomy. I trust her tremendously.

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

    Dr. Wesson is very personable.

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

    Great patient- physician communication. Very satisfied with care team.

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

    Dr. Wesson and her in office nurses [staff] and [staff] are absolutely fantastic! I think they are the best clinicians I have ever had.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Overall this was the best experience possible. The checkin, pre- exam process and data the actual exam and followup explanations were excellent.

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

    Excellent

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

    Exceeded my expectations

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Excellent interpersonal skills.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Professional, patient, understanding and very, very thorough!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    Dr. Wesson is so great at making you feel comfortable about an operation.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    She is kind, professional, knowledgeable and compassionate!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Dr Wesson provides thorough explanations in a manner that I can understand. She is warm and personal. I have a lot of respect for her as a surgeon.

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

    I am very happy to have Dr. Wesson's care when I need it.

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

    Dr Wesson was outstanding. Listened to concerns, explained issues, and made me feel comfortable.

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

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    The provider listened carefully to my situation, then not only provided information as to the steps to be taken to correct it, but also linked me with sheduler [staff] for additional information.

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

    Dr. Wesson is great

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

    This appointment was a follow-up to check on my progress after Dr. Wesson removed my gallbladder. Dr. Wesson did a great job and my recovery has been uneventful/smooth.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    Very through and outgoing.Dr,

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    The doctor was great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    Dr wesson is terrific. Kind professional and informative

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

    Dr. Wesson is an excellent physician who takes time to listen to concerns and address them appropriately.

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

    Dr Wesson was very personable and extremely thorough and professional in explaining the course of treatment moving forward.

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

    I had a wonderful first visit with Dr. Wesson. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and cared for. The doctor took the time to listen carefully to my concerns, explained everything clearly, and made me feel comfortable throughout the appointment. I truly appreciate her professionalism, compassion, and thorough approach. I look forward to continuing my care with her. Thank you for the excellent service!

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

    Outstanding in Everyway!!!

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

    I trust Dr. Wesson to provide the best surgical care for my condition

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

    Kind, good listener, seemed genuinely interested in helping me.

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

    Dr. Wesson is great

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

    Dr Wesson is the best doctor I ever met, her bedside manner is the best, and I felt that she was concerned about my wellbeing.

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

    I found Dr. Wesson to be very impressive. She had copies of my medical history in front of her and asked questions as needed to help her understand my needs. She was very thorough and compassionate. I felt I received the best possible evaluation and an individualized plan of care.

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

    Very kind, explains well, was very comfortable with he and the care was excellent.