About
Susan G. Baruch, MD built her medical foundation at two Baltimore institutions. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Natural Sciences from Johns Hopkins University in 1983, graduating as a Phi Beta Kappa honoree. She then completed her Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1987.
Dr. Baruch completed both her internship and residency in internal medicine at The Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. She holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She has maintained active membership in the American Medical Association, the American Society of Internal Medicine, the Maryland Medical Society, and the Montgomery County Medical Society since 1990. Castle Connolly has recognized her as a Top Doctor continuously from 2019 through 2024. Washingtonian Magazine named her a Top Doctor in Internal Medicine six times between 1999 and 2012. She focuses on type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, and stroke recovery. Dr. Baruch takes a personal approach to care, developing individualized wellness plans for every patient she treats.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Johns Hopkins University, Bachelor of Arts, Natural Sciences, 1983
Medical School
University of Maryland School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1987
Residency
Internal Medicine, The Washington Hospital Center, Washington, DC, 1987-1990
Additional Training
Internship: Internal Medicine, The Washington Hospital Center, Washington, DC, 1987-1990
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Baruch right for?
Dr. Baruch is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term relationship with a board-certified internist. Patients managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from her chronic disease focus. She also supports patients recovering from serious events like stroke. Adults who value personalized wellness planning and direct physician access find her practice especially well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Baruch focuses on internal medicine with particular expertise in type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, and stroke recovery. She also provides preventive care and manages acute illnesses. Her approach centers on building a comprehensive, personalized plan for each patient's long-term health.
Yes. Dr. Baruch holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She completed her internal medicine residency and internship at The Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC.
Dr. Baruch earned her medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1987. She trained in internal medicine at The Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC, completing both her internship and residency there between 1987 and 1990.
Yes. Castle Connolly has named Dr. Baruch a Top Doctor every year from 2019 through 2024. Washingtonian Magazine recognized her as a Top Doctor in Internal Medicine in 1999, 2002, 2005, 2008, 2010, and 2012. She also received the AMA Physicians Recognition Award in 2000.
Dr. Baruch develops a personalized wellness program for each patient. She combines preventive care with active management of chronic conditions. Patients dealing with diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension receive individualized plans that address their specific health profile.
Yes. Dr. Baruch is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. MDVIP members have 24/7 phone access to her for urgent health concerns.
Dr. Baruch affiliates with Suburban Hospital in the Bethesda area. This affiliation supports coordinated care for patients who require hospital-level services.
Dr. Baruch is not currently accepting new patients. Prospective patients can contact MDVIP to find nearby physicians who have openings or to inquire about future availability.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026