Timothy F. Witham, MD
Neurosurgery
4.8 of 5 stars
240 Ratings, 91 Reviews31 Insurances Accepted
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- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- 301 Mason Lord Drive, Suite 1201, Baltimore, MD 21224
- phone: 410-550-0465
- fax: 410-550-0748
- Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
- 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 410-955-6406
- fax: 410-955-6402
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10753 Falls Road, Pavilion II, Suite 115, Lutherville, MD 21093
- phone: 410-955-6406
- fax: 410-616-7231
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UPMC-University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Residency, Neurosurgery, 2001Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 1994Board Certifications
Neurological Surgery
American Board of Neurological Surgery, 2003Insurance
- Aetna
- Amerigroup District of Columbia
- AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- Evernorth Behavioral Health
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- JAI Medical Systems
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- Kaiser Permanente
- KeyCare
- Maryland Physicians Care
- Medicaid Maryland
- Medicare Maryland
- MedStar Family Choice District of Columbia
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Provider Partners Advantage HMO SNP Medicare Advantage
- South Central Preferred (SCP)
- Superior Vision
- TRICARE (Humana Military East)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
- Wellpoint (Amerigroup MD)
Reviews
4.8 of 5 stars
240 Ratings, 91 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 4/1/2024
Very good!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2024
Dr. Witham is caring, concerned, thorough, he gives down to earth advice. He has given me a good quality of life for many years and I am very grateful for all he has done for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2024
Dr Witham performed decompression and fusion on my cervical spine c3-c7 on [date]. His skill and availabillity both pre and post operative was exceptional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2024
Excellent doctor, answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2024
First time with provider. Thought he was very thorough. Traveled 5 hours for appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2024
Excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2024
Excellent experience with my evaluation by Dr. Witham. He took time to explain my diagnosis and treatment options and treated me with respect. I highly recommend him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2024
Doctor appeared to explain my condition and what will be needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2024
Dr. Witham is a good listener and is very patient with all my questions, and answers them completely and to my satisfaction. He is compassionate and easy to talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2024
Dr. Witham was highly courteous, empathetic in dealing with me, and knowledgeable about my back sciatic and nerve pain.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2024
Dr Whitham and his Nurse Practitioner [name] are both great health care providers. They are attentive and supportive to my health care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2024
Dr. Witham did a great job explaining the reasoning for his recommendations. He took the time to discuss medication and physical therapy expectations with me and answer all my questions. He did not seem at all rushed even though I'm sure he's very busy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2024
Dr. Witham and Dr. [ ] provided excellent care and expertise in developing future plans.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2024
He is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/28/2023
I'm very happy to be in Dr. Witham's care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/28/2023
Dr. Witham is a very pleasant person that listened to me and provided very clear options concerning the solutions to my problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2023
First time seeing him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2023
First appointment was recommended by another doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2023
Highly skilled professional who was courteous, kind and honest.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2023
Dr. Witham was very attentive, descriptive, respectful, professional and compassionate about my issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2023
This provider was very pleasant and spent time explaining everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2023
Overall ,happy with the care received
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2023
Dr. Whitam was very nice, took time to listen and even double checked MRI after I asked a question. Very professional and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2023
Terrific knowledge. Good grasp of past problems. Great problem solver.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2023
Professional, kind, caring, thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2023
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2023
Sharp. Exceptionally Competent. Patient. Attentive. Very Impressive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2023
Dr witham... Extraordinarily experienced and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2023
The doctor is amazing! Very informative, attentive, and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2023
Dr. Witham answered all my questions and resolved my concerns and anxieties.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2023
Excellent overall. Ran test that helped me better understand my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2023
Dr. Whitman is the best Neurosurgeon there is!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2023
Excellent Not all questions were applicable to this visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2023
Dr. Witham was incredible. He viewed my chart before I came, but he took time to ask questions about my pain, concerns and general health. I was concerned about my back and my options regarding surgery. I was so happy to learn that I didn't have to get surgery right away. He explained Everything to me and I left feeling informed and heard. I pray that if I have to have surgery in the future that he will perform my surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2023
Dr Witham is a very caring doctor and very respectful. He listens and takes me with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2023
Outstanding physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2023
The NP was wonderful, caring and a great listener
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2023
Dr. Witham is a great doctor, I have surgery scheduled in December at some time. I'm waiting to hear about an appointment to have a bone density test. I haven't heard from that doctor yet.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2023
Excellent visit with my questions answered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2023
Very knowledgeable and took the time to explain possible future plan of care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2023
Dr. Witham was able to fit me into his schedule as a patient referral from my previous neurosurgeon. He referred me to another specialist at JH for the biopsy that I need trying to avoid a surgical procedure which I really appreciate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2023
Very Knowledgeable and current on latest practices, very courteous, compassionate, kind and open.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2023
I chose this doc due to his reputation. I traveled over 2 hours for this visit. He seemed to be fairly thorough in his evaluation. He has ordered another test to see if he will be able to make a diagnosis as he could not do so based on the several MRI images and bone scan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2023
Dr Witham is always friendly, listens and answers any questions I may have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2023
Dr. Witham spent a great deal of time explaining my situation, discussing possible options, and showed a great deal of interest and was patient with my questions. He was a wonderful listener .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2023
I love Dr Witham. He is absolutely wonderful. He completely fixed my spine. I am forever grateful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2023
Dr. Timothy Witham is very personable while being a knowledgeable professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2023
Dr. Witham spent time with me, answered all my questions and gave me prioritized treatment options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2023
Took exact notes of what I said. Very efficient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2023
Superior care and concern
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2023
The doctor was very thorough, organized, profess, and attentive to my needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2023
Extremely nice and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2023
Everything was great -it took awhile for the doctor himself to come in the room, despite the fact I had been led to believe that he would be right in
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2023
Excellent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2023
Professional and highly qualified
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2023
Have recommended him to friends
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2023
I love Dr. Witham. He has helped me a lot and I trust him with operating on my spine.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2023
Attentive, listen and cares.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2023
Thank you doctor Witham
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2023
It is always nice when the provider proposes a procedure that is what I hoped for. Dr Witham said he measured the movement that L4 has from the MRI's and x-rays he was provided. Unfortunately I did not ask him what that distance was. I'll have to ask for it a little later.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2023
Docs great, waited 2 hours for an appointment I made over 60 days ago
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2023
Everyone was very kind and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2023
Dr. Witham listened & was concerned about my pain. He explained things in a way that I easily understood. I liked him very much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2023
This was my first time visiting the doctor. I felt very relaxed and felt confident in the doctors advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2023
Dr WITHAM really listened and saw me'. In addition to the issue my appointment I had 2 other issues.although the additional issues were not the reason for our visit, Dr WITHAM understood my issues and prioritized the importance of dealing with one of the other issues in order to prevent a bigger issue. Ver impressed that he saw that as a priority and then articulated that.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2023
He really listened to everything I said. I appreciate the time he spent explaining things to me. Very polite and listens.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/7/2023
Listened, made notes, genuinely seemed concerned.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/6/2023
Dr. Whitham is the best neurosurgeon I could ever ask for. My Lumbar surgery went well and my recovery and healing time has been excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2023
Dr. Witham took time out of his schedule to talk to me which I appreciated greatly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2023
Great clinician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2023
Dr Witham did my spinal fusion 2016 and my neck surgery 2023. He has been a blessing from God and has helped me with my quality of life! My surgeries were successful! He is very good at explaining his detailed plan of care prior to surgeries and post op. He is a caring surgeon! I highly recommend Dr Timothy Witham!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2023
Dr Witham was great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2023
We waited over 1 1/2 hour. Usually not this long however.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/22/2023
He is the best Neurosurgeon ever.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/22/2023
Had two back surgeries and so so grateful that I did and would not recommend anyone but Dr. Witham if they want the job done right
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2023
Dr Witham is an exceptional doctor/surgeon. My experience with him has been excellent in all ways in the hospital and as an outpatient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2023
I felt very confident and relaxed after meeting the doctors in person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2023
I was very pleased with my visit with Dr. Witham . I was impressed with the amount of time he spent with me .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/26/2023
Very genuine, considerate, and simply the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2023
Despite change in provider's schedule due to having to perform emergency surgery, he made arrangements to see me as I was coming from out of state for my appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2023
Feel comfortable about understanding multiple options, ease in connecting for care via messenger in my chart-- and felt like Dr Witham asked the appropriate questions to get good history.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2023
Dr. Witham was very thorough, read the history of medical conditions and provided a good diagnosis.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2023
Dr. Witham is an excellent doctor, professional yet kind and listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2023
They were very good and dealing with a difficult/!uncommon medical issue
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2023
Best neuro surgeon I have ever seen! Knowledgeable, caring, honest & humble.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2023
Respectful, pleasant, caring, attentive, involves patient in care decisions, explains everything clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2023
Excellent. Have met with doctor three times since surgery. Each time I found the doctor very friendly, attentive and likeable. Never felt rushed.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2023
It's our second time using Dr. Witham. He's excellent and we have sent a friend to see him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2023
I was 1 hour and 45 minutes late getting in to see my provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2023
Dr. Witham is the best! His knowledge in the area of spine surgery is tops. I trust him to provide the best surgery and care for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2023
Dr Witham provides excellent care and attention to his patients. He takes the time to look over your results and explain what it is and develop a treatment plan.