Dr. Ritu Chitakki M.D.
Family Practitioner
3450 Laurel Fort Meade Rd Suite 207 Laurel MD, 20724About
Dr. Ritu Chitakki is a family practitioner practicing in Laurel, MD. Dr. Chitakki specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Chitakki possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1994
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Sinusitis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Bronchitis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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