Tamrat Retta, MD

Dr. Tamrat Retta is a board-certified internal medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Addis Ababa University. She completed her residency training at Howard University Hospital through the Howard University Program, building a strong foundation in comprehensive adult care. With 46 years of experience practicing internal medicine, Dr. Retta holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She provides care in English to serve her diverse patient community.

Dr. Retta practices at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC, where she focuses on managing complex medical conditions affecting adults. She specializes in treating various forms of hypertension, including high blood pressure emergencies that require immediate medical attention. Her practice emphasizes preventive care through adult immunizations, including flu vaccines and pneumococcal vaccines that protect against serious infections. Patients rate Dr. Retta 3.8 out of 5 stars for her dedicated …approach to internal medicine care.