Sheila Venkata Ravendhran, MD, MPH
Pediatrics
Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Howard County
6350 Stevens Forest Road, Suite 103
Columbia, MD 21046 Directions
4.9 out of 5
82 verified ratings
82 Ratings, 27 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 29, 2026
She is the best pediatrician for teens. Treats with respect while discussing delicate issues.
Jun 26, 2026
Dr. R is the best!!
Jun 22, 2026
Dr. Ravendhran is just great with my son. She's attentive and kind and speaks to him, rather than asking me questions about him.
Jun 18, 2026
We love Dr R and the team!
Jun 1, 2026
Dr Ravendhran is an amazing pediatrician. She is caring, knowledgeable, personable, overall A+ provider.
May 21, 2026
We love Dr. R! She is so kind and caring. She is thorough and patient and spends lots of time answering our questions. We've seen a lot of different pediatricians over the years and she is my absolute favorite!
Feb 24, 2026
She's amazing!
Feb 24, 2026
We have to wait at least 30 minutes past appointment time every time
Feb 20, 2026
The nurse was pleasant and professional. Made sure my child was comfortable with the tests. Doctor was also patient and listened to our concerns and made sure they were addressed through a test and by answering my questions.
Feb 17, 2026
Dr R is caring and thoughtful. My family is lucky to have her!
Jan 22, 2026
All the information was in simple terms and well explained so that my son could understand.
Jan 22, 2026
Very friendly and professional
Jan 20, 2026
Dr R is such a fantastic doctor! Such a great bedside manner and can explain things in a way that is easy to understand. She makes my daughter feel validated and safe.
Jan 15, 2026
Dr Sheila is AMAZING!!! She listens, she is supportive, she understands concerns even in complex medical situations. She actively engaged my daughter's specialists to ensure continuity of care. She knows me, my kids, my family. I cannot praise her enough for her acceptance and understanding of others.
Jan 12, 2026
Dr. Ravendhran is always so wonderful and really takes her time to answer all questions and listen to her patients and the parents concerns. Dr. Ravendhran even answers questions about my other children who go to the practice not during their visit and is always very kind to offer all information that is needed. We are very lucky to have her.
Jan 2, 2026
I think the 20 min appt schedule you have is ridiculous and doesn't allow great conversations to happen. We're in such a rush to go over everything, not much "discussion" can happen which is frustrating. Dr.Ravendhran is the best buy you don't allow her to be her best.
Jan 2, 2026
Dr. Ravendhran is very personable, knowledgeable, informative, gentle, caring, thoughtful, inquisitive, invested and a really great doctor.
Dec 12, 2025
Dr. Ravendhran is the absolute best provider. Kind, thorough and so knowledgeable.
Nov 24, 2025
Very helpful & informative making it easy to understand and communicate as a patient.
Oct 27, 2025
Lovely visit with Dr R! She was very thorough with my son's well child visit. Thanks for providing fantastic care!
Oct 14, 2025
We drive 2hrs just to see Dr Ravendhran, that's how pleased we are with her! She's been my daughter's pediatrician for over 5years, my daughter responds very well to her, and we absolutely love her and do not plan to switch providers anytime soon!
Oct 10, 2025
Love love love Dr. Ravendhran! She is absolutely one of the best pediatricians we have had. She really intentionally listens to us and provides feedback in a way that is comprehensible. Love her and we are sad to have to leave because of this UHC / Johns Hopkins debacle.
Oct 6, 2025
Excellent!!
Oct 3, 2025
Dr. Ravendhran is one of the best providers we have had. We have been here patient after our previous provider moved. She always so caring and looks into everything for both of my girls. We are extremely satisfied with her as our PCP.
Oct 3, 2025
We have always had the best experience with Dr. Ravendhran and her office. She is kind, attentive and very knowledgeable. Our children love her and feel safe under her care.
Sep 18, 2025
Great visit and wonderful bedside manner. We are so excited to be patients in care of this office now.
Sep 12, 2025
Dr. R is so genuine and sincere with her care. We trust her whole heartedly and always appreciate her honesty and personal testimony.