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Sumeska Thavarajah

Sumeska Thavarajah, MD

Nephrology

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

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

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Sumeska Thavarajah

Professional Titles

  • Medical Director, Fresenius Kidney Care Merritt Boulevard
  • Medical Director, Fresenius Kidney Care Eastern Avenue
  • Medical Director, Acute Unit, Fresenius Kidney Care Bayview

Primary Academic Title

Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Dr. Sumeska Thavarajah is an assistant professor of medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her areas of expertise include nephrology. 

Dr. Thavarajah earned her M.D. at Wayne State University School of Medicine. She completed her residency at the University of Connecticut Health Center and performed nephrology fellowships at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center and the University of Connecticut Health Center.

She serves as chair of the National Kidney Foundation of Maryland’s Medical Advisory Board. She was recognized by the National Kidney Foundation of Maryland with a Linda Cameron Award for Patient Services in 2015.

Courses & Syllabi

Nephrology Elective (Consultation Service),, Bayview Medical Center, 1/1/15

Honors

Linda Cameron Award for Patient Services, National Kidney Foundation of Maryland, 1/1/15

Professional Activities

  • Medical Advisory Board, Chair, 1/1/14
  • Task Force on Women's Academic Careers in Medicine, Member, 1/1/12 - 1/1/13

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, Nephrology, 2005
  • Fellowship: UConn Health and Hospitals, MD, 2001
  • Residency: UConn Health and Hospitals, Internal Medicine, 2001
  • Medical Education: Wayne State University School of Medicine, MD, 1998

Board Certifications

  • Nephrology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2005
  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2001

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

5 out of 5

153 ratings, 71 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 3/11/2026

    This office, from the persons staffing the front desk to Dr. Thavarajah are all decent and friendly people that make Bayview and JHMI look good.

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

    I was pleasantly surprised at how approachable and caring the physics is an was.

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

    Dr Thavarajah is always very respectful, knowledgeable, professional, and kind.She provides a thorough answer to all of my questions.

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

    Dr. Thavarajah is an excellent doctor with exceptional knowledge of multiple disciplines, pain meds, supplements, etc

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

    Explained my care very well

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

    Love her! Dr T is the best!

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

    My provider is very thorough, not only at monitoring lab results, but also explaining the implications of the results and recommended interventions.

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

    Best visit I have ever received from a doctor.

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

    Dr Thavarajah goes over & above in her care and treatment. She reaches out to others on my health care team to be sure we are all on the same page. She is friendly, kind, caring and so very knowledgeable. I feel "" safe"" in her care. She is an amazing physician.

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

    Excellent communication and patient rapport.

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

    Dr. Sumeska did a great job as usual. She Is a first class doctor and a credit to Hopkins.

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

    Excellent!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Dr. Thavarajah is the best, she has helped me for the past 8 years to keep me on a good path

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

    The entire team demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism and compassion. The Dr was very extremely knowledgeable and explained the event and process in a very thorough manner.

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

    She Care for me as patient

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

    Dr Sumeska is absolutely amazing we travel all the way from NJ she explains and helps you understand your medical situation in a way compassion and clarity !!!

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

    Dr. Thavarajah isthe best. She goes over the results of every part of my lab results with me each time. She is on top of my health condition and makes all necessary changes when needed. I feel very comfortable with her. Moved 2.5 hours away but make the trip every 6 months to see her because she is so good.

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

    Outstanding provider! Very knowledgeable and courteous.

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

    Very good service

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

    I absolutely respect and like this physician. She is extremely knowledgeable, an experienced and insightful clinician and a kind and caring person. She listens very carefully to me and supports my understanding of my health and my health goals.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    My favorite doctor. She is always prepared and professional, kind and caring. I have full confidence in her.

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

    Dr. Thavarajah is very knowledgeable, thorough, and respectful. She makes each visit comfortable and reassuring.

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

    Dr T hope she stays at Bay View would hate to have to go to another Dr

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

    It took about 4 months to get an appointment. Everyone was very nice.

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

    The best I have met I wouldn't change her for anything

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

    JHMI has many fine physicians. Dr. Thavarajah is in the top 0.5 percent of a group of fine doctors. She tolerates my dumb questions with professionalism and kindness

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

    Dr Thavarajah is the BEST provider I have at Hopkins. I am truly blessed that she is my physician

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

    Very pleasant, very attentive, very well prepared for the visit.

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

    Always a pleasure to see her. She always takes the time to answer any questions.

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

    Very concerned and up to date with my history.

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

    I have been seeing this provider for over twenty years and have always been extremely satisfied.

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

    Hopkins is fortunate to have Dr Thavarajah as part of their team.Her professionalism coupled with her compassion for her patients Is what makes her the best physician possible. She is able to answer any question posed and educates the patient in the process.She never rushes through an appointment and paces herself perfectly in the time provided.

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

    Dr Thavarajah is one of the best physicians at Hopkins.She is professional and compassionate.She is able to discuss any and all concerns with the patient.She responds via MYChart and will address any concernsand does so in a very timely manner.d

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

    Working in coordination with Metabolic Bone Clinic, Cardiology and PCP

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

    A warm physician/scientist, who explains complicated interactions between my body's organs and systems, my diseases and the pharmaceuticals I am taking clearly, sometimes with humorous metaphors.

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

    Good

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

    Provider greeted me and was kind and listened to all of my concerns and answered my questions to better understand my situation.

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

    Dr Sumeska is a first class doctor and does a great job

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

    Excellent she is the best knowledgeable, she discussed everything in detail. Can't have words to describe how great she is, professional on and on.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    She is excellent and inspires confidence. I wish she did not close her eyes so much when she is talking with you

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

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    Dr T is the absolute BEST! I wish all doctors were like her - thorough, on top of issues, kind and caring. She is a superstar

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

    Always listens and very attentive to my needs and concerns. She is very supportive and knowledgeable.

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

    Friendly, answers all questions and concerns, takes the time to explain any issues

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

    Very caring and showed much respect as if I were very important to her.

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

    The Dr. Was very thorough!!

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

    Always allows me to talk and ask questions. She is very Knowledgeable. And always has a smile on her face.

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

    Dr. Thavarajah is perhaps the most personable physician I see.

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

    Dr, Thavarajah is very caring. Very knowledgeable and can explain my medical results in a clear and understandable way. She is very tentative, always follow up and reply to message even they are sent out of her office hours. I really appreciate her tentativeness and her advice

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    She was compassionate and explained everything very clearly.

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

    She is an excellent Doctor. She listens and explains things well. Very knowlegeable, caring and professional.

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

    I am in the best care I could ever ask for.

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

    Great

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

    The new doctor was just as focused on my condition as the last.

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

    She is very thorough, empathetic and reassuring.

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

    Dr Thavarajah is an exceptional physician!! She is extremely knowledgeable, professional, patient and always providing in depth insight into my health situation.

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

    My visits to Johns Hopkins Hospital and clinics are always professional, kind and courteous towards me and my family.

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

    They listened to my concerns and my needs.

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

    Dr. Thavarajah is very thorough. She is very kind and shows great concern and compassion.

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

    Best I have

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Dr Sumeska is a very caring and professional doctor. She answers all my concerns and questions with compassion and clarity.

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

    Listens to any questions we have. And makes sure we understand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    Always thorough review of kidney disease

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Dr Thavarajah is committed to helping her patients and leading them to a better place with her vast knowledge and experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2025

    BRILLIANT Extraordinary Amazing

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

    All good

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

    Very good

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

    She is a very good doctor.

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

    Listens and shows empathy.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    Dr. Thavarajah provided detailed explanations to each question I asked her. She was very respectful and listened carefully.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/28/2025

    She is Fabulous. Always is prepared knowing my history and concerns. Makes me feel at ease. She doesn't rush me. And is truly cares about her patients