Ashanti Woods, M.D.

Ashanti Woods, M.D.

Ashanti Woods, M.D., FAAP, specializes in General Pediatrics at Mercy Family Care Physicians in Baltimore, Maryland. He offers a wide spectrum of pediatric care for newborns through adolescence. His practice is focused on prevention, health awareness and building long-lasting, trusting relationships with his patients and their parents.

Treatment of Common and Chronic Conditions

Dr. Woods sees children for a broad spectrum of conditions and disorders. He diagnoses and treats common childhood illnesses like allergies, common cold, ear infections, as well as chronic conditions, such as diabetes. Dr. Woods performs annual physicals, sports physicals and wellness exams.

Pediatric Medical Consultant, Author & Award Recipient

Dr. Woods routinely serves as a pediatric medical consultant for a variety of children’s medical and lifestyle topics for local television stations, newspapers, national magazines, blogs and blog talk radio. Dr. Woods has written a variety of clinical publications and presentations.

Dr. Ashanti Woods has received numerous awards for his outstanding medical care including:

• "Top Doctor" in the General Pediatrics category - Baltimore magazine 
• G. Bowers Mansdorfer Award for Primary Care - Mercy Medical Center
• Primary Care Pediatrician Award - University of Maryland Ambulatory Center

Dedicated Pediatrician to the Baltimore Community

In addition to his dedication to his patients, Dr. Woods participates in the community to prevent or solve problems in child and adolescent health care. He is an active volunteer and speaker in the Baltimore community. He has made numerous presentations to students on a variety of topics including fitness and health awareness for adolescents, health topics, and careers in science, medicine, technology, engineering and math. 

Education & Fellowships

• Residency – University of Maryland Hospital for Children – Baltimore, MD
• Medical Degree – Howard University College of Medicine – Washington, DC
  
  

Associations & Memberships

• Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics