Ruth Kebede Tessema, MD
Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Howard County Medical Pavilion
10710 Charter Drive
Columbia, MD 21044 Directions
4.8 out of 5
350 verified ratings
350 Ratings, 117 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 26, 2026
I love her... She's easy to talk to and even asked about my mom who came with me to my last appointment. Very focused on my individual needs.
Jun 26, 2026
Very attentive, professional and personable.
Jun 26, 2026
ED provider was the best.
Jun 26, 2026
Very thorough, very professional, very informative.
Jun 26, 2026
She was understanding and very thorough in her assessment
Jun 26, 2026
She was very proffersional and empathetic
Jun 24, 2026
Excellent provider/Doctor. Better anatomical explanation of prior procedure (surgery to repair detached retina) performed as well as future procedure to be scheduled.
Jun 22, 2026
Knowledgeable and friendly
Jun 19, 2026
Very knowledgeable and caring doctor.
Jun 19, 2026
Was very well informed, knowledgeable and made feel comfortable
Jun 19, 2026
Very Understanding and gentle.
Jun 19, 2026
Very good
Jun 17, 2026
Dr Ruth Tessema is very kind , easy to understand , very knowledgeable and calming to talk with
Jun 17, 2026
Very helpful and thoral
Jun 15, 2026
The Doctor was very polite and apologized for the delay.
Jun 8, 2026
Dr Tessema is excellent for my eye care.
Jun 8, 2026
Excellent
Jun 8, 2026
A good visit
Jun 8, 2026
Very informative visit.
Jun 5, 2026
She was excellent, very informative
Jun 5, 2026
Dr. Tessema. The doctor provided Excellent service. She was filling for the [staff]. Both are excellent
Jun 5, 2026
Dr. Tessema is outstanding, and I enjoyed the professionalism of the techs.
Jun 5, 2026
She is very knowledgeable and answered my questions
Jun 5, 2026
Provider listened to my concerns and was thorough. She explained my conditions and why she was ordering the test.
Jun 5, 2026
Dr. Tessema listens to my concerns and answers my questions in a clear, concise manner.
Jun 3, 2026
Very friendly
Jun 3, 2026
Very knowledgeable and professional. I felt very comfortable meeting with her.
Jun 3, 2026
Outstanding customer service
Jun 1, 2026
Dr. Tessema conducted a thorough eye exam and provided an easy to understand assessment. She was very pleasant during the entire exam.
May 29, 2026
They squeezed me in on a Friday afternoon.
May 27, 2026
Very knowledgeable answered all my questions.
May 27, 2026
She's very professional, friendly & caring.
May 22, 2026
Interested in what is going on with me.
May 22, 2026
She was excellent as was her assitant
May 20, 2026
I thought Dr. Tessema was knowledgable, pleasant and respectful. She explained things well.
May 18, 2026
Conservative care recommended.
May 18, 2026
Efficient
May 18, 2026
This was not my previous provider but she was excellent and very professional.
May 18, 2026
Very respectfull, did not rush, listened to and addressed my concerned issues.
May 15, 2026
Listen well, mostly explained next steps, offered medication as needed
May 15, 2026
Very approachable, noted & addressed my questions/converns
May 15, 2026
Very thorough, friendly and professional.
May 15, 2026
My visit was Amazing!!!
May 15, 2026
Very professional and thorough.
May 15, 2026
I was pleased with her care and comments.
May 13, 2026
The care and information was excellent
May 13, 2026
The doctor was excellent was worked to help me out.
May 11, 2026
Excellent doctor with great bedside manner and nice personality.
May 11, 2026
Provider was very professional and attentive
May 11, 2026
Dr Tessema is very professional and helpful