Risheng Xu, MD, PhD

Vascular Neurosurgery

The Johns Hopkins Hospital

600 N. Wolfe Street

Baltimore, MD 21287 Directions

(410) 955-6406

profiles.hopkinsmedicine.org

4.9 out of 5

229 verified ratings

229 Ratings, 105 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
Dr. Xu is very kind, an excellent communicator, very self confident, and extremely reassuring. His PA, [staff], is very helpful and kind

Jun 29, 2026
Very knowledgeable and helpful

Jun 29, 2026
Dr. Xu was excellent to communicate and to do 'the surgery'. It gave confidence that we were in good hands.

Jun 22, 2026
Was wonderful and appeared to know what he was doing, just over the top!!

Jun 17, 2026
My provider is always on target when I need them .the whole team.

Jun 17, 2026
Provider is very knowledgeable and yet excellent bedside manner

Jun 10, 2026
Dr. Xu is extraordinary in his knowledge, ability to communicate clearly, show photos of my exact condition and caring. Absolutely top quality in all categories!

Jun 10, 2026
Dr Xu is very caring

Jun 10, 2026
Dr Xu is amazing. I feel so grateful is on my Team. He's very caring and down to earth.

Jun 8, 2026
Very professional

Jun 8, 2026
Dr Xu, his PA and scheduler [staff] were excellent - all extremely professional and helpful.

Jun 8, 2026
Dr. Xu is very knowledgeable about my concerns post operation. He addresses any questions that I have and I know there are times when I worry too much but he gives me the assurance that I need so that I understand what is occurring.

Jun 8, 2026
I was extremely impressed with how everyone that was part of his "team" worked together. Like a well oiled machine. An extremely efficient and professional group. They showed tremendous respect for me, the patient as well as each other.

Jun 1, 2026
I was very impressed with Dr Xu. He was very friendly, attentive and clear in his explanations about my condition. He asked questions to make sure I understood all my choices and understanding of the details.

Jun 1, 2026
Exceptional. Dr. Xu is friendly, polite & respectful.

Jun 1, 2026
My doctor is excellent my angel

Jun 1, 2026
Great provider.

Jun 1, 2026
Dr Xu's immediate entrance in to see me automatically put my mind at ease. There exuded a warm , pleasantness to his presence. I appreciated his concern, questioning of me regarding my health and allowing me to also ask questions as relates to my health.

Jun 1, 2026
Dr Xu was thorough in explaining the other options available for my condition and was patient and engaging with any questions and follow up comments I had. I never felt rushed or not listened to.

May 27, 2026
An excellent individual and doctor.

May 27, 2026
Dr. Xu is very Professional.

May 27, 2026
Outstanding knowledge and skill

May 13, 2026
Professional and courteous

May 13, 2026
Very friendly and I'm so comfortable sharing my health concerns.

May 11, 2026
Excellent and knowledgeable.

May 11, 2026
DR.XU WAS EXTREMELY PROFESSIONAL & AN ABSOLUTE DELIGHT TO WORK WITH. HE DEMONSTRATED A VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE & CARING PERSONA THAT MADE ME FEEL ABSOLUTELY COMFORTABLE WITH HIS EXPERTISE. DR. XU HAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSONALITY AND AN EXCEPTIONAL WARMTH ABOUT HIS COMPASSIONATE CARE THAT IS PHENOMENAL.

May 11, 2026
Great bedside manner and communication.

May 11, 2026
The doctor was amazing; he is the first person to finally give me hope regarding my diagnosis.

May 11, 2026
Easy to speak to; understand what he is talking about and if not, will ask - but we are on the same page as to future steps with the trigeminal neuralgia.

May 6, 2026
Told me everything I needed to know and explained everything so that I knew the reasons why.

May 4, 2026
Great experience and extremely knowledgeable

May 4, 2026
An excellent physician who displayed a comprehensive knowledge of his specialty and medicine in general.

Apr 29, 2026
Dr Xu is truly amazing! His knowledge, positivity, and care is so wonderful!

Apr 29, 2026
I am happy with my provider.

Apr 27, 2026
Dr. Xu is an excellent surgeon who has a wonderful bedside manner. He is always positive and sincerely interested in my health.

Apr 22, 2026
This is our first experience with John's Hopkins and we have been so impressed. Every individual we spoke with was courteous and helpful.

Apr 22, 2026
Dr Xu is an amaxing, highly skilled physician and I am grateful I am under his care.

Apr 22, 2026
Very caring

Apr 20, 2026
Excellent Dr. Very concerned about my health.

Apr 20, 2026
Very knowledgeable and professional.

Apr 15, 2026
Dr. Xu is extremely knowledgeable and professional.

Apr 15, 2026
Excellent provider.

Apr 15, 2026
Great job everyone

Apr 13, 2026
Wonderful

Apr 8, 2026
He is wonderful

Apr 8, 2026
Dr. Xu is the very best

Mar 25, 2026
Excellent

Mar 23, 2026
Caring, professional and knowledgeable regarding my condition

Mar 23, 2026
Dr. Risheng Xu is a highly qualified surgeon. I am happy I chose him for my medical needs

Mar 23, 2026
The Dr was very personal and so helpful with me. He explained everything to me on my level