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Dr. Paul Gertler, MD

Dr. Paul Gertler, MD

Rheumatology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Gertler, MD is a rheumatologist in Ellicott City, MD and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland at Baltimore in 1978. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

4801 Dorsey Hall Dr Ste 226 Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 992-7440

Dr. Gertler is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Gertler specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Gertler's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gertler

3.9
23 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
65%
65%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
4%
4%
2 star
4%
4%
1 star
22%
22%

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Dr. Gertler was my rheumatologist for about 31 years, before his retirement from his practice in December 2018. His concern for his patients, and what they were going through, was genuine, and his knowledgebase in the field just continued to grow. It didn't hurt that he really does understand what his patients were going through, as he has had a rheumatological disease since childhood. I was always very happy with his bedside manner, his knowledge, and his skills!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
May 22, 2019
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Doesn’t listen to your concerns.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
Helpful
Oct 08, 2018
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I had left a review about Dr. Gertler previously. I don't feel like I gave him a fair review. I give him three stars instead of four because I believe that while I do think the doctor has some things to learn in the listening department, I don't doubt his expertise and knowledge. Like many doctors trained to go by clinical results only, I feel he doesn't give enough credence to anecdotal evidence. But overall I think he does care and want to help. He is also very thorough.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Linda in BALTIMORE – Oct 01, 2018
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I have seen Dr Gertler on and off since the 1980's. He is always through, respectful, and on target. He is conservative about interventions and direct about what to expect. he looks at the whole person instead of limiting himself to specific body parts. Spends the extra time to listen!
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Lisa in catonsville, md – Apr 01, 2017
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Excellent doctor. He will always discuss the pros and cons of medications and procedures. He may not appear to be "warm and fuzzy" when you first meet him, but he's actually quite down to earth. Plus, he speaks to you like you're an adult.
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Dennis Dabrwoka in Glen Burnie, MD – Feb 17, 2017
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Excellent care very knowledgeable in area of RA and PA.
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Ellicott City, MD – Oct 27, 2016
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biography

Dr. Paul Gertler, MD is a rheumatologist in Ellicott City, MD and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland at Baltimore in 1978. He is accepting new patients.

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Maryland At Baltimore

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Gertler is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Practice

    Office4801 Dorsey Hall Dr Ste 226 Ellicott City, MD 21042
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