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Dr. Michael Berard, MD

Dr. Michael Berard, MD

Internal Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Berard, MD is an internist in Riverdale, MD and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center and The Johns Hopkins Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Practice

6510 Kenilworth Ave Ste 1400 Riverdale, MD 20737
Telehealth available
(301) 552-1200
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  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Berard specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Berard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Berard

4.2
35 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 star
74%
74%
4 star
6%
6%
3 star
3%
3%
2 star
3%
3%
1 star
14%
14%

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Happy patient.
He's been my doctor for about 20 years. He's the best.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Steve Messer – Jan 21, 2025
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friendly and remembers you from last visit. not just from his notes. careful and thoughtful listener. great
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Mark W Townsend – Apr 09, 2021
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Dr. Berard is professional, attentive, and thorough. He listens, and he never hurries the visit. His medical expertise is evident in his diagnoses and recommendations.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Linda Murphy – Apr 02, 2021
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I consistently have very positive experiences with Dr. Berard. It's apparent that his years of experience aid his diagnosis and treatment decisions, as he's been on the mark with his treatment recommendations each time. I've come to appreciate the invaluable benefit of having a physician who truly sees his patients. In an age where feeling seen is becoming rarer, I all the more deeply appreciate feeling accepted, at ease, and bio-psycho-socially seen by Dr. Berard.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Kara V. – Oct 30, 2020
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I have been a patient of Dr. Berard for over a decade. He was recommended to me by a colleague two jobs ago, I can’t ask for a better primary care physician. I hear he’s leaving Adventist, I need to find out where he’s going so that I can follow him to continue care.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
A Sharpless – Sep 12, 2020
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Dr. Berard actually listens to his patients. Recently saw the female partner. They are both stellar. They both care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 06, 2019
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I have been going to Dr. Berard for about 34 years+. He is very compassionate, an excellent diagnostician, knowledgeable, gives quality time to the patient and always 'is right on the mark' with diagnosis and treatment. I don't understand why Healthgrades rates him as 4.4. He is definitely a 5.0. Dr. Berard is very conscientious and thorough. No doctor I'[ve ever visited, although good in their specialty, can compare with Dr. Berard's solid character and bed-side manner. He is terrific!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 11, 2019
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Dr. Berard is always a careful listener and offers insight borne from years of experience. I always feel better after having seen him. An appointment never feels "rushed". He reminds me of "old fashioned" doctors who used to make house calls in my younger years. He is the best.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 14, 2019
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I have been seeing Dr. Berard for over 25 years and he has been fantastic in every respect. Always has time for my questions. He explains issues in as much depth as I desire. I feel lucky to have had him as my primary care physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Ken Gross in MD, MD – Dec 12, 2018
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Dr. Berard is attentive and personable. He is knowledgeable and explains medical issues clearly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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College Park, MD – Oct 31, 2018
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Over 7 years at every appointment, I complained about the unexplained weight gain in my abdomen, inconsistent periods, and uncomfortable pap smears. Was told that it was nothing but me being over 40 years of age. Ultimately, after having blood in my stool and deciding to go to a GI doctor, it was discovered that I had been carrying an ovarion tumor. They claimed no responsibility and never apologized to me. I had to have an emergency hysterectomy which ultimately resulted in ketoacidosis.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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College Park, MD – Jul 10, 2017
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Dr. Berard is a very caring, patient oriented and great listening doctor. He takes the time, you need to listen, advise and treat a patient with great care and respect. He is knowledgeable. My family and I have known Dr. Berard for over 25 years. He is a very wonderful internist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
Karon J in Beltsville, MD – Mar 31, 2016
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Dr. Michael Berard, MD is an internist in Riverdale, MD and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Johns Hopkins...read more

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Prince Georges Hospital Center

    Internship Hospital, 1980

  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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    Locations

    Practice

    Southern Maryland Medical Group LLC6510 Kenilworth Ave Ste 1400 Riverdale, MD 20737
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • The Johns Hopkins Hospital

      1800 Orleans St
      Baltimore, MD 21287
      Recipient of 47
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      17% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Sibley Memorial Hospital

      5255 Loughboro Rd NW
      Washington, DC 20016
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      12% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

      4940 Eastern Ave
      Baltimore, MD 21224
      Recipient of 25
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality