About
Dr. Viraj Tirmal is a board-certified internist practicing in Burtonsville, Maryland. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the University of the West Indies in St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago in 2003. He then completed an internship followed by a residency in Internal Medicine at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark, New Jersey. The American Board of Internal Medicine has certified him in his specialty.
Dr. Tirmal holds memberships in the American Medical Association, the American College of Physicians, and the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin. He focuses clinically on longevity, cardiovascular health, diabetes management, hypertension, weight loss, nutrition counseling, and sleep disorders. He builds care plans around each patient's unique medical history and health goals, and he works to help patients make informed decisions about their own well-being. Outside the office, he enjoys hiking, boating, science fiction films, and spending time with his wife and two daughters.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad & Tobago — Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (2003)
Medical School
University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad & Tobago — Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (2003)
Residency
Residency in Internal Medicine, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ (2006–2008)
Additional Training
Internship, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ (2005–2006)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Tirmal right for?
Dr. Tirmal is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician deeply focused on prevention and long-term health. Patients managing diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular risk benefit from his targeted clinical approach. He also works well with patients looking to address weight, nutrition, or sleep concerns alongside chronic disease management. Anyone who values direct physician access, including after-hours phone contact, will find his practice a good match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Tirmal focuses on longevity, cardiovascular health, diabetes management, hypertension, weight loss, nutrition, and sleep disorders. He treats adults across a broad range of internal medicine needs. He builds individualized care plans based on each patient's medical history, lifestyle, and health goals.
Yes, Dr. Tirmal holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his residency training in Internal Medicine at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark, New Jersey.
Dr. Tirmal earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the University of the West Indies in St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago in 2003. He then completed an internship and a residency in Internal Medicine at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark, New Jersey.
Yes, Dr. Tirmal provides patients with direct phone access after hours and on weekends. This means patients can contact him directly without going through an answering service or seeing a different provider.
Yes, every appointment is with Dr. Tirmal. The practice does not use nurse practitioners or physician assistants to see patients in his place.
Dr. Tirmal holds memberships in the American Medical Association, the American College of Physicians, and the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin. These affiliations reflect his commitment to staying current with advances in internal medicine.
Yes, weight loss and nutrition counseling are among Dr. Tirmal's core clinical focus areas. He works with patients to develop personalized strategies grounded in their medical history and health goals.
Dr. Tirmal tailors every care plan to a patient's individual history, lifestyle, and goals. He focuses on helping patients understand their conditions and make informed decisions about their own health. His approach integrates preventive strategies alongside active disease management.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026