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Rima Jean Couzi

Rima Jean Couzi, MBBCh, MHS

Medical Oncology

Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • French
  • Arabic
  • English

Gender

Female

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Rima Jean Couzi

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Oncology

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Dr. Rima Jean Couzi is a cancer specialist in Towson, Maryland, caring for patients with breast cancer. 

Dr. Couzi earned her medical degree at the National University of Ireland. She completed residencies at St. Laurence's Hospital/Beaumont Hospitals and Galway Regional in Dublin, as well as Franklin Square Hospital in Baltimore. She performed a fellowship in medical oncology at St. Vincent's Hospital and St. James's Hospital in Dublin, and an additional fellowship in medical oncology at Johns Hopkins Oncology Center in Baltimore. She also earned a master’s degree in clinical epidemiology from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Dr. Couzi joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2004.

Dr. Couzi is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the Royal College of Physicians in Ireland.

Selected Publications

  • Antonarakis ES, Fradin JM, Petronis JD, Couzi RJ. “Not What It Seems.” Am J Med. 2007;120:408-411

  • Holdhoff M, Wung PK, Petronis J, Couzi R. “Persistent PET-positive liver lesions after successful chemotherapy in a patient with mediastinal seminoma.” J. Clin Oncol. 2007;25:2482-4.

  • Li S, Couzi RJ, Thomas GH, Friedman AD, Borowitz MJ. “A novel variant three-way translocation of inversion 16 in a case of AML-M4eo following low dose methotrexate therapy.” Cancer Genet Cytogenet. 2001; 125:74-7.

  • Schultz MJ, Tabb RD, Eagan JW, Citron JR, Couzi RJ. “Treating a male breast cancer patient with moderately differentiated, infiltrating ductal cancer of the breast.” Journal of Multidisciplinary Cancer Care. 2009 September – October.

  • Siegelbaum MH, Citron JR, Eagan JW, Couzi RJ. “Treating a patient with Unfavorable-risk prostate cancer.” Journal of Multidisciplinary Cancer Care. 2009; July – August.

Honors

  • ASCO Merit Award, American Society of Clinical Oncology, 1/1/94
  • Sandoz Fellow, 1/1/93

Memberships

  • Royal College of Physicians in Ireland
  • American Society of Clinical Oncology

Professional Activities

  • Co-Director, Breast Oncology, University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, 2013
  • Member, Breast Program Leadership Committee, 2010
  • Member, Cancer Committee, St. Joseph Medical Center, 2007

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
    • 10803 Falls Road, Pavilion III STE 1500, Lutherville, MD 21093
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Expertise

Education

  • Residency: MedStar Franklin Square Hospital Center, Internal Medicine, 1997
  • Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Medical Oncology, 1995
  • Graduate School: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Epidemiology, MHS, 1994
  • Fellowship: St Vincents University Hospital, Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology, 1990
  • Residency: Beaumont University Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1988
  • Medical Education: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, MBBCh, 1985

Board Certifications

  • Medical Oncology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2011

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)
  • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

203 ratings, 73 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.

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

    Dr.Couzi is very knowledgeable, clear, focused, compassionate, and attentive. I enjoy my visits with her an appreciate her care very much.

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

    All is good no issues

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

    Dr. Couzi is a wonderful provider. She is caring and kind, as well as competent, understanding,and efficient. She has done a great job taking care of our daughter after her breast cancer surgery. She has been very understanding of our daughter's special needs, and has made accommodations for her care. We so appreciate her outstanding skill and her kindness!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/7/2026

    Very nice knowledgeable professional and caring

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/30/2026

    Dr. Couzi is always 30-45 minutes late for the appointments. In the year that I have been seeing her she is never been on time or even close to it

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/27/2026

    I can't say enough about Dr.Couzi. She always spends enough time to explain things allowing me to make an informed decision. This is exactly what I would expect from an oncologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/26/2026

    Doctor Couzi is the best!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/26/2026

    Thorough and caring.

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

    I am very pleased to have Rima Couzi as my Oncologist.

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

    Dr Couzi always explains everything fully in terms that are easy to understand. She never makes you feel like your questions are not important. She is always professional and friendly and makes you feel like your health is very important.

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

    She is excellent doctor and caring person

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

    Dr. Couzi is an outstanding physician! She is warm and caring, extremely knowledgeable, a wonderful listener, answers all questions, and inspires confidence. I'm delighted to be her patient!

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

    Dr. Couzi is very attentive to listening to all my ailments and suggestions, and more than that, she explains my medical condition in depth. And of course, she always treats me in such a special way that she definitely makes me feel loved because she cares about my health at all times.

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

    I can't say enough about Dr.Couzi. I feel comfortable with her handling my cancer care plan. She is always available for questions and keeps me up to date on treatment changes.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/16/2026

    Excellent provider

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

    Dr.Couzi is a great provider and I trust her with my care.

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

    Dr Couzi explained everything in detail. I'm very fortunate to have her as my doctor

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

    Excellent clinician. Thoughtful, understanding, wonderful listener and communicator. Great clinical reasoning.

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

    Dr. Couzi is always very helpful. She has good ideas and really cares about how you are doing.

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

    Dr. Rima Couzi makes me feel like she cares about me and all aspects of my health. She remembers details about my family and I and always asks for updates. She listens to my concerns and always provides information and/or resources whenever needed. I feel very confident in her most capable hands.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Dr. Couzi has been my oncologist for over two years. I completely trust her with my care. She has demonstrated that she hears me when I want to deviate occasionally from her recommendations. Our journey continues because I'm still in treatment and I am very happy with her and the team at GreenSpring.

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

    Dr. Couzi is extremely knowledgeable, helpful and personable.

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

    Dr. Couzi has been my oncologist for 4 years. Since day one she has shown care and compassion the entire time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    Very empathetic. I true fan of her patients. Understanding, caring, knowledgeable, and professional.

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

    This provider took the time to call me several hours after my initial appointment with her and update me about my next steps/plan after she had reached my surgeon after hours to discuss my pathology results. She is extremely thorough and compassionate in the care she provides as she discovered my surgeon was out of town and didn't want to further delay my care. I felt very well taken care of and grateful for this level of care that I received.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/22/2025

    She was very thorough. She help get my medical history straightened out

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Dr Couzi was exactly what I would expect as a new patient. She is quick, matter of fact and seems accessible to answer questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Dr. Rima Couzi is superb. Sounds very carefully and responds very clearly, with great understanding of both medical and emotional needs. I feel very well-understood and well cared-for. She answered every question thoroughly and carefully, gauging my level of knowledge well.

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

    Excellent doctor!

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

    Excellent doctor

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

    I am grateful that Dr. Couzi is my medical oncologist. Excellent physician !

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

    Dr Couzi is amazing doctor She is knowledgeable kind and very particular

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

    Dr. Couzi is doing an amazing job with my care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Dr. Couzi is an excellent oncologist. She takes special care of her patients. I am very pleased to have her in my care team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    Spent adequate time taking history and describing my illness and treatment options, and addressing questions

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

    She is an excellent doctor

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

    Compassionate and informative. Listens well and addresses all of my beeds

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

    Dr. Couzi is knowledgeable, pleasant and a good listener. She helps me remain healthy by yearly exams, tests and medication.

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

    Dr. Couzi is very thorough with her assessment. She always give enough time to evaluate all the labs or results

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

    She is the best! Very Intellegent and kind.

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

    Always thorough and very detailed

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

    Dr. Couzi is a very caring and compassionate doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    Dr Rima Couzi is the best doctor for me She made me believe that I Will recover Thank you very much for helping me

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

    She's terrific

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

    Dr. Couzi is very experienced, very attentive and supportive. I felt she really cares about me as her patient.

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

    Dr. COUZI HAS BEEN TAKING CARE OF ME FOR BREAST CANCER/POST BREAST CANCER TREATMENT FOR OVER 8 YEARS. THE CARE THAT SHE GIVES IS TRULY COMPASSIONATE, KNOWLEDGEABLE AND THOROUGH. I KNOW I AM IN WONDERFUL HANDS WHEN I SEE HER. SIMPLY THE BEST!

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

    Dr Couzi is the best, she listens, answers all questions and is always very helpful and understanding.

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

    Provider is very professional and supportive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2025

    Dr. Couzi is always caring & thorough in her examination. She takes the time to talk with me about concerns she has with other areas of my health. Follow-up care is always discussed and questions I have answered in a way I can understand.

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

    Dr. Couzi is thorough and explains well. I believe she cares about my well being and will do her best to make my cancer journey easy.

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

    Dr. Rima Couzi review my medical records with me, she checked all my medications for any changes. Dr. Couzi sent emails to the other two doctors regarding scheduling appointments. She ask me if I had any health problems.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    Always kind, understanding, has the latest medical information and options, doesn't make you feel rushed, is very thorough with the exam.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    This was my second in person visit with this provider. I was again disappointed with the visit. Provider was 45 minutes late (appoinment was 11:15 she came in 12N) No explanation.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    Dr Couzi is very knowledgeable and explains everything very clearly.

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

    Dr. Couzi was thorough and knowledgeable in reviewing my health, attentive to any questions or needs. Very kind and courteous.

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

    Excellent, takes time to be thorough

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Dr. Couzi is knowledgeable, warm, personable, and thorough. I know I am in good hands with her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Very attentive and helpful.

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

    I have been a patient of Dr. Couzi's for about three years. It has been challenging for me, given my diagnosis, however she has been a steady force in helping me navigate my life.

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

    Dr Couzi was warm and caring, and looked comprehensively at my heath issues - whole body and person. She helped me follow up on all related issues so my complicated health care would be well- managed. She showed compassion.

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

    Dr. Couzi is an amazing provider. She listens attentively, remembers our previous conversations and follows up. She provides the right follow up care and I am so appreciative to her.

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

    Would recommend her. She is very thorough and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/8/2025

    This was my first visit with her, but she explained my situation clearly and answered my questions. She really took time to listen and I did not feel rushed during my appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/8/2025

    Thorough and compassionate

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Dr. Couzi is a wonderful doctor.

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

    She is amazing. She remembers details about my personal life, listens to my concerns, immediately queried for information so she could respond with accurate information, and genuinely shows she cares about her patients.

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

    Dr. Rima Jean Couzi is a caring competent doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    Dr. Rima Couzi is most thorough, most professional, most friendly, and concerned about her patients. I wouldn't have anyone else but her take care of me.

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

    She is excellent!

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

    Dr. Couzi is great - patient, knowledgeable and kind. Answered all my questions and did a thorough physical which is important to my diagnosis.

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

    Excellent customer service

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

    Best doctor ever!

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

    Dr. Couzi is a loving, good listener and explains all test results and questions I have. I know she cares for my comfort and wellbeing in my cancer treatments.