Carol E. Ritter, MD
Gynecology, Women's Health
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About Carol E. Ritter, MD
In the heart of my journey as an obstetrician and gynecologist, I found myself deeply affected by a prevailing issue – a silent crisis that strikes women indiscriminately. I discovered that women, our mothers, sisters, daughters and friends, were succumbing to the stealthy threat of heart disease, the leading cause of mortality in females, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
A poignant encounter with a patient illuminated the gravity of the problem for me when a vibrant and seemingly healthy female patient faced an unexpected cardiac event that forever altered her life. This experience ignited a profound realization within me — the health of women extends beyond reproductive care, and I believe that our hearts beat at the core of our well-being.
Why does it matter? Because I believe that healthier women are the backbone of a stable community. I think their vitality ripples through families, workplaces and neighborhoods. Recognizing this, I became impassioned to bridge the gap between conventional gynecology and more comprehensive women's health. I work with patients not only to review their reproductive health concerns, but also their cardiovascular health and other areas of their health.
For me, the solution emerged as a commitment to hyperlocal, more personalized healthcare with a crucial ingredient: more time. In a world where medical encounters are often rushed, I believe in dedicating more time to gaining a deeper understanding of each patient's unique health profile, reviewing her concerns more holistically.
This journey has led me to redefine my practice as an MDVIP affiliate, placing a heightened emphasis on prevention better tailored to women. By fostering a space where conversations are unhurried and more individualized care takes precedence, I aspire to be at the forefront of a paradigm shift in women's health.
In essence, my mission is to help empower women to thrive, not just in their reproductive years, but also throughout every stage of life. I look forward to you joining me in this pursuit of a healthier, heartier community, one patient at a time.
Baltimore, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology 1985-1987
Baltimore, MD
1983-1984
Milwaukee, WI
Doctorate of Medicine 1983
DePere, WI
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry 1977
Magna Cum Laude
Microscopic Surgery for Infertility
Advanced Operative Laparoscopic Surgery
Single Port Surgery
Laser and Plasma Energy Surgery
Colposcopic Surgery
Operative Hysteroscopic Surgery
Gynecologic Urologic Surgery
DaVinci Robotic Surgery
Cleveland Clinic Samson Global Leadership Academy
Chairman, Baltimore County Physicians Political Action Committee 2006-present
Director, AAGL Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology (COEMIG)™ 2014-present
Member to the House of Delegates MedChi 2005-2021
Board of Directors, Towson Surgical Center 2004-2019
Director, Women's Minimally Invasive Surgery , Greater Baltimore Medical Center 2009-2018
Board Member, Baltimore County Medical Society 2004-2018
Featured in 5 Most Inspiring People, Real Simple April 2011
Dr. Henry P and M Page Laughlin Award 2010
Baltimore’s Top Docs 2004-2006, 2010
MedChi Distinguished Member Award 2009
Humanitarian of the Year Award, Medical College of Wisconsin 2008
Humanitarian of the Year Award, St Norbert College 2007
Thomas Hobbins Distinguished Physician Award, 2007
Baltimorean of the Year 2005
If the Bough Breaks. (Documentary on the medical liability crisis in Maryland) 2005
American College of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
American Medical Association
Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons
MedChi Baltimore House of Medicine
Wisconsin
- Premiered at Maryland Institute for Arts on November 10, 2005
- Maryland Public TV on March 21, 2006
- Collaborative clinical study on HPV incidence in Haiti with the Mayo Clinic
- Providing Pap Smears in the Haitian Prisons, Bateys on the border of Haiti and the Dominican Republic
- Developing a Pap Lab in the Women's Prison in Haiti with Health Behind Walls
Medical Education Cooperation with Cuba (MEDICC) Health and Wellness Medical Cultural Exchange in Cuba 2020
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The office of Carol E. Ritter, MD
| Mon | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Tue | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Wed | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Thu | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Fri | 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
What our members are saying
Reviews from the web
However my next appointment was with Dr Ritter I had some issues going on and she made me feel so small and felt like she belittled me the whole time about what was going on. when I tried to ask questions she just kept repeating herself. I felt like she wasn’t taking my feelings into consideration. At all. I was clearly upset. Instead of taking time to explain things to me like she cared. She kept it moving. Not to mention when I said I wasn’t vaccinated nor did I plan on it getting vaccinated for covid. I thought her bed side manor was terrible! And I wouldn’t recommend her to anyone. I now love my new OB! Who took the time to explain things to me and listen to what I had to say!!
Our voices matter. And just because you have a degree doesn’t mean you belittle people and treat them as if they don’t matter. 10/10 wouldn’t recommend.
Today, however, was a completely different story. Carol Ritter was more concerned about giving me a lecture on the Covid vaccine than with talking to me about what went on in my visit. I am not vaccinated nor do I plan to be, I came for my annual visit, not to hear an entire speech on the Covid vaccine and how I won’t be able to travel if I don’t get it.
She wasn’t nearly as thorough as Stacey and was very condescending that I wasn’t vaccinated and that I used the BBT method of birth control. I feel as if I got subpar healthcare because I wasn’t vaccinated. So, today, I left and I’ve decided to never go back. You’ve been fired, Carol.
The front desk girl was so sweet and an absolute doll.
It is January, and I have been trying to get an IUD inserted since October. I have gotten the run-around from the desk staff (2 scheduling attempts, after which I scheduled a month out), then was told that the shape of my cervix made the person inserting the IUD uncomfortable, THEN on my appointment with Dr. Ritter, was told that I had sex during my most fertile phase and was at risk of an ectopic pregnancy if we went ahead with the procedure. I was too rattled to verify, but when I got home and checked the numbers, she was wrong. This after she discouraged me from proceeding with the original bc type that I requested at my October consult.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, your MDVIP affiliated physician will cover primary care and our Women's Health Program. The extensive diagnostics performed in the Women’s Health Program cover important primary care areas, including cardiovascular health, stroke, diabetes, hearing, sleep, mobility, fitness and emotional well-being. Couple that with the annual women’s health screenings for gynecology, bone health and hormone testing – and patients can get the best of both worlds in one office.
The MDVIP Women’s Health Program is only for women and focuses on the unique health needs of women. Physicians offering the women’s program are typically gynecologists and offer gender-specific testing, including hormone and bone-health screening as well as pre- and perimenopause services. Patients in both styles of practices receive preventive screenings and tests from the MDVIP Wellness Program, but the specific tests and screenings may be different.
MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.
Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.
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