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Dr. Paul Alan Gertler M.D., Rheumatologist
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Dr. Paul Alan Gertler M.D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

4/5(35)
4801 Dorsey Hall Dr Suite 226 Ellicott City MD, 21042
Rating

4/5

About

Dr. Paul Gertler is a rheumatologist practicing in Ellicott City, MD. Dr. Gertler specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Gertler treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.

Education and Training

Univ of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1978

University of Maryland School of Medicine 1978

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 39 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Treatments

  • Psoriasis
  • Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Rotator Cuff Syndrome
  • Pain

Dr. Paul Alan Gertler M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 4801 Dorsey Hall Dr Suite 226

4801 Dorsey Hall Dr Suite 226 -
Ellicott City, MD 21042
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New patients: 410-992-7440
Fax: 443-276-0349, 410-992-4441

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Patient Experience with Dr. Gertler


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Dr. Paul Alan Gertler M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 35 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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