Summary

Dr. Deborah Litman specializes in rheumatology and internal medicine, bringing comprehensive care to patients with joint, bone, and autoimmune conditions. She earned her medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and completed her residency with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. With 48 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Litman has developed extensive expertise in treating complex rheumatologic conditions. She provides care in English.

Dr. Litman practices at Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, DC and Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, MD. She focuses on treating patients with joint pain, mobility issues from limping, and bone health concerns like osteoporosis. Her treatment approach includes coordinating physical therapy, utilizing diagnostic imaging such as extremity X-rays, and providing hands-on manual therapy techniques to help patients manage their conditions effectively.

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Quick Facts

  • 48 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Deborah Sharon Litman has 2 locations

Sibley Memorial Hospital

5255 Loughboro Rd NwWashington, DC 20016

Suburban Hospital

8600 Old Georgetown RdBethesda, MD 20814

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RheumatologyInfectious DiseasePsychiatryInfectious Disease
Accepts New Patients
48 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Washington , DCGaithersburg , MDBETHESDA , MDBETHESDA , MD
Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Hawaii At Manoa Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Deborah Sharon Litman

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Riverside Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Deborah Sharon Litman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Deborah Sharon Litman has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Internal Medicine
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Dr. Deborah Sharon Litman holds an active medical license in the state of Maryland.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at U S Department Of Veterans Affairs.

Medical School

Graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Litman's NPI number is 1336218213.

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Dr. Deborah Litman speaks English.

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