Sports Physical Fort Washington, MD

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At Comprehensive Pediatric Care, we offer expert pediatric infectious disease services designed to provide children and families with specialized guidance, compassionate support, and personalized care. Our team evaluates and manages a wide range of conditions, from common respiratory and gastrointestinal infections to rare, recurrent, or more complex infectious diseases. We work closely with referring providers and other healthcare specialists to review challenging cases, provide second opinions, and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s unique medical needs.

Sports physicals are an important way to ensure your child is ready for vigorous activity while supporting their overall health and development. These visits give the doctor a chance to evaluate fitness, check for potential warning signs of illness, identify risk factors related to specific sports, and provide advice on preventing injuries. They also meet the requirements of schools, camps, and athletic programs, making them both practical and valuable.  Contact Comprehensive Pediatric Care to schedule your child's sports physical today!

Staying on top of well child visits is one of the best gifts you can give your growing child! These appointments are a wonderful opportunity to ensure your child is healthy and thriving—and a great time to ask any questions or share any concerns on your mind. To make sure you get an appointment that works for your family, give us a call three months ahead of time and we'll get you set up with your child's primary care provider.

Our board-certified pediatrician, Dr. Ruth Kanthula, brings extensive experience in general pediatrics and pediatric infectious diseases to families in Fort Washington, Oxon Hill, and surrounding communities throughout Southern Maryland. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, family-centered care and takes a personalized approach to meeting the unique healthcare needs of every child. Whether your child needs a routine well visit, sports physical, or care for a more complex medical condition, Dr. Kanthula is committed to delivering thoughtful, comprehensive pediatric care.

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 strives to help children achieve their fullest health potential while making a positive impact within the local community. Learn more about our pediatric team and schedule your appointment today.