Best Pediatrician Fort Washington, MD
About Us
Find the best pediatrician in Fort Washington, MD to care for your child at Comprehensive Pediatric Care! We are committed to nurturing your child’s physical and emotional well-being while building a strong, trusting relationship with your family. Our skilled pediatric team offers a full spectrum of services—from well-child visits and immunizations to infectious disease care, developmental screenings, and trusted educational resources.
We believe in open communication and work closely with parents to deliver personalized, high-quality care for every child. See the difference at Comprehensive Pediatric Care—schedule your appointment today!

Fort Washington Location
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Services
Infectious Diseases
We provide comprehensive
infectious disease care to give your child expert guidance and support. Our team evaluates and manages everything from common illnesses like respiratory and gastrointestinal infections to rare or complex conditions. We collaborate closely with other healthcare providers to review challenging cases, offer second opinions, and create personalized treatment plans tailored to your child’s needs.
Unsure whether your child’s runny nose calls for a visit to the pediatrician or just some rest at home? Comprehensive Pediatric Care has you covered with our easy-to-use online tool,
“Is Your Child Sick?” This resource helps parents navigate common health concerns and explore simple home remedies, all from the comfort of home. And if you ever need additional support, give us a call or visit our pediatric office in Fort Washington, MD.
Is Your Child Sick?
Other Services
In addition to well and sick child visits in our pediatric office, we offer
additional services to provide the comprehensive care of your child. Such services include ADHD/ADD evaluations, asthma care, behavioral health and chronic care management, newborn care, youth sports physicals and more. Learn more about other pediatric services we offer and schedule an
appointment today!
Our Pediatrician
Meet Dr. Ruth Kanthula, a board-certified pediatrician with extensive expertise in general pediatrics and pediatric infectious diseases. She is deeply committed to compassionate, family-centered care and takes pride in serving the communities of Fort Washington, Oxon Hill, and the surrounding areas. Dr. Kanthula has specialized experience caring for immunocompromised children and tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of every child and family.
Originally from Malawi and raised in Northern Virginia, Dr. Kanthula earned degrees from the College of William & Mary, George Washington University, and Ben Gurion University of the Negev Medical School for International Health. Passionate about partnering with families, she is dedicated to helping children achieve their fullest health potential while making a meaningful impact in the local community.
Learn more about our pediatric team and schedule your appointment today!




