Derek M. Fine, MD
Nephrology
The Johns Hopkins Hospital (Main Entrance)
1800 Orleans St., Sheikh Zayed Tower
Baltimore, MD 21287 Directions
4.9 out of 5
120 verified ratings
120 Ratings, 41 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Jun 30, 2026
Dr. Fine is the absolute best! He cares about my input regarding decisions for my own care. He's very personable, kind, compassionate, and clearly an expert in his field.
Jun 29, 2026
I have been seeing Dr. Fine for 22,years, he has been an excellent doctor, I have no complaints
Jun 15, 2026
Very nice
Jun 4, 2026
Dr. Fine is an excellent, thorough and caring physician. I am very appreciative of his care .
May 28, 2026
Dr. Derick Fine comes highly recommended by many doctors both from JHH and other medical facilities. Dr. Fine has provided care for me the last (4) years. I'm glad I chose the doctor for my care.
May 19, 2026
Dr. Fine is an Outstanding Doctor. He Pays attention to my concerns and offers solutions to my concerns.
May 11, 2026
Good
May 7, 2026
Provider was amazing and listened to my concerns
May 7, 2026
Thoroughly enjoy meeting with Dr Fine, as always.
May 7, 2026
Great, very friendly, explains things very well
Apr 30, 2026
He has Exceptional empathy and practicality
Apr 30, 2026
Easy to talk to
Apr 30, 2026
Every visit with Dr. Fine leaves me feeling genuinely cared for, hopeful, and reassured. I feel incredibly fortunate to have been under his care for so many years.
Apr 23, 2026
Excellent
Apr 23, 2026
Very caring and thorough . Very easy to ask questions and answers very clear and understandable!
Apr 16, 2026
Good explanations
Mar 30, 2026
Attentive, knowledgeable and took time to ensure all my questions were answered.
Mar 30, 2026
He's very professional, he researches and suggests recommendations for my condition.
Mar 26, 2026
Wonderful caring, super competent.
Mar 19, 2026
Very thorough and answered my questions
Mar 19, 2026
He is very professional. He listens carefully and remembers things from previous visits. His answers to questions are easily understood. He is a kind and empathetic person.
Mar 4, 2026
Dr. Derek Fine has been my nephrologist for over 15 years, and I truly can't say enough good things about him. Throughout my health journey, he has always been incredibly compassionate, attentive, and supportive. During some very difficult times with my health, he has consistently been present, responsive, and genuinely invested in my well-being. It's rare to find a physician who combines such medical expertise with true kindness and empathy. I'm very grateful to have him as my doctor and would highly recommend him to anyone in need of excellent kidney care.
Feb 19, 2026
Provider had my best interests
Feb 13, 2026
Dr. Fine is friendly and a super listener. I see a number of drs for many conditions and he is my source of SIADH, hyponatremia, and knows so much about other meds, like my heart meds, breast cancer meds, so he is a thorough resource.
Feb 12, 2026
Dr. Fine is very good at explaining what's wrong with my kidneys. He's also very good at making me feel that my kidney function is very stable. Very easy to talk to.
Feb 12, 2026
Dr Fine is an incredible doctor. I wish all Were like him.
Jan 29, 2026
I trust Dr Fine and have complete confidence in him. He is the best!
Jan 22, 2026
He is very thorough and very good in following up my health.
Jan 8, 2026
He's awesome
Jan 8, 2026
Dr. Fine is the best! Professional, friendly, caring.
Jan 8, 2026
Always patient and professional - just what you would want from a provider
Jan 5, 2026
Dr Fine has been my provider for many years and over the years he's been able to help correct several problems I've had over the years he is one of the best Doctors I've known Thanks Dr Fine and JHH
Dec 23, 2025
Dr. Fine is a exxelent doctor
Dec 18, 2025
Very thorough and knowledgeable
Dec 8, 2025
Doctor fine is very thorough, his explanations are clear and understandable. He takes time to explain everything in as much detail as you need.
Dec 8, 2025
He is a good doctor.
Nov 17, 2025
Excellent
Oct 27, 2025
Dr. Fine listens to my concerns, exhibits professional curiosity to resolve problems, takes steps to treat the medical problems, and refers to other specialists when the problem is beyond his skill set.
Oct 16, 2025
The provider was not only exceptionally knowledgeable but also willing to explain my condition and options to address it. More importantly, he was not only open to listening to my details of my condition but also my views about pros & cons of how best to address it!
Oct 9, 2025
Dr. Fine is the best! Helps me make informed decisions regarding my treatment choices, listens, answers all questions, and is an all-around great guy.
Sep 18, 2025
Dr. Fine is very sincere and caring. I believe I am getting the best possible treatment for my kidney disease.