About
Dr. Sonita Singh is a board-certified family physician practicing in Bethesda, Maryland. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Maryland, College Park, then her Master of Public Health from Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. She went on to earn her Doctorate of Medicine from Howard University, where she received the Dr. Hildrus Poindexter Award at graduation in 2000. She completed her internship at Phoenix Baptist Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona, followed by a Family Medicine residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Shadyside. She then completed a Faculty Development fellowship at the University of Arizona Department of Family and Community Medicine.
Dr. Singh holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. In 2020, she earned a Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate through eCornell and the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies. She is deeply passionate about preventive medicine, particularly how diet can help prevent or reverse chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and dementia. Before medical school, she served as a Maternal and Child Health Educator with the United States Peace Corps in Azilal, Morocco. That experience shaped her interest in travel medicine, and she continues to care for international travelers, diplomats, and Peace Corps volunteers today. She speaks English and conversational Spanish. , Maryland, and Virginia area.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Maryland, College Park, MD - Bachelor of Science, Biology 1992
Medical School
Howard University, Washington, DC - Doctorate of Medicine 2000
Residency
Family Medicine, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Shadyside, Pittsburgh, PA 2000-2003
Fellowship
Faculty Development, University of Arizona Department of Family and Community Medicine, Tucson, AZ 2004-2005
Additional Training
Internship: Phoenix Baptist Hospital, Phoenix, AZ 2000; Postgraduate: Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, New Orleans, LA - Master of Public Health 1995
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Singh right for?
Dr. Singh is a strong fit for adults who want a preventive approach to long-term health. Patients managing chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, or dementia benefit from her nutrition-focused clinical work. Older adults seeking geriatric care or women looking for primary care attentive to their specific health needs will find her practice well-suited. Patients interested in plant-based or lifestyle-driven approaches to disease prevention will appreciate her specialized training in nutrition. Frequent international travelers and diplomats also benefit from her travel medicine experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Singh focuses on adult medicine, geriatric care, and women's health. She has particular expertise in chronic disease management, including heart disease, diabetes, cancer risk, and dementia prevention. Her nutrition training shapes her approach to all of these conditions.
Dr. Singh believes a well-balanced diet can help prevent or reverse chronic diseases. She has specialized training in nutrition and holds a Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate from eCornell and the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies. She works closely with patients who want to pursue diet and lifestyle changes to optimize their health.
Yes, the practice has a registered dietician on site. Patients pursuing nutrition and lifestyle goals can work directly with the dietician as part of their care plan. Dr. Singh collaborates closely with the dietician to support each patient's objectives.
Dr. Singh holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She earned her medical degree from Howard University and completed her Family Medicine residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Shadyside.
Yes, Dr. Singh offers travel medicine. She brings personal and clinical experience to this area, having served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Morocco and having cared for international travelers, diplomats, and Peace Corps volunteers throughout her career.
Dr. Singh speaks English and conversational Spanish. This can be helpful for patients who prefer to communicate in Spanish or who travel frequently to Spanish-speaking regions.
Dr. Singh earned a Master of Public Health from Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. She completed a Faculty Development fellowship at the University of Arizona Department of Family and Community Medicine. In 2020, she earned a Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate through eCornell and the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies. Howard University also honored her with the Dr. Hildrus Poindexter Award at her graduation in 2000.
Dr. Singh sees adults across a range of life stages. Her practice draws patients managing chronic conditions, older adults seeking geriatric care, women with primary care needs, and international travelers preparing for trips abroad. She also serves patients who want a proactive, nutrition-centered approach to their health.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026