Sonja A. Rasmussen
Expertise in
4
conditions

Dr. Sonja A. Rasmussen

Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
Baltimore, MD 
Expertise in
4
conditions
Baltimore, MD 

Overview

Sonja Rasmussen, MD, MS is Professor in the Department of Genetic Medicine at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. She joined Johns Hopkins after 4 years at the University of Florida (UF) College of Medicine and College of Public Health and Health Professions where she served as a Professor in the Departments of Pediatrics, Epidemiology, and Obstetrics and Gynecology and as the Director of UF’s Precision Health Program. Before joining University of Florida in 2018, she served for 20 years at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, where she held several scientific leadership roles. She served in leadership roles during several CDC responses to public health emergencies, including 2009 H1N1 influenza, H7N9 influenza, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), and Zika virus. Dr. Rasmussen is an author on >300 peer-reviewed publications and is the lead editor of The CDC Field Epidemiology Manual, released by Oxford University Press in 2019. Her research interests focus on understanding the effects of infections and medications during pregnancy, genetic and environmental risk factors for birth defects, and morbidity and mortality associated with genetic conditions.

Dr. Rasmussen is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, Microcephaly, Cortical Dysplasia, Gastroschisis, and Knee Replacement.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 215 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine And Public Health, MS, 1983

Residency

Massachusetts General Hospital, Pediatrics, 1993

Specialties

Pediatrics
Medical Genetics

Licenses

Pediatrics in FL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics
American Board Of Pediatrics

Fellowships

Shands at the University of Florida, Genetics, 1996
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Genetics, 1994

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Locations

Rubenstein Child Health Building
Rubenstein BLDG Lower Level, Baltimore, MD 21287

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

215 Total Publications

Acute ischemic stroke incidence after influenza or coronavirus disease 2019 among older US adults: A cross-sectional study using electronic health records.
Acute ischemic stroke incidence after influenza or coronavirus disease 2019 among older US adults: A cross-sectional study using electronic health records.
Journal: The Journal of international medical research
Published: March 03, 2026
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Is Dr. Sonja A. Rasmussen a top-rated expert for Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sonja A. Rasmussen is classified as an Advanced expert for Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Sonja A. Rasmussen specialize in?

While Dr. Sonja A. Rasmussen is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, Microcephaly, and Cortical Dysplasia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.

Does Dr. Sonja A. Rasmussen participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Sonja A. Rasmussen has published 215 articles and abstracts on conditions like Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Sonja A. Rasmussen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Sonja A. Rasmussen accept my insurance?

Dr. Sonja A. Rasmussen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareFirst. We recommend calling the office directly at 443-287-9494 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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