Richard A. Berg, MD
Internal Medicine
Hospital Affiliations
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
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MDVIP Annual Membership Fee
MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.
Quarterly
$537.50*
Semi-Annual
$1,075.00*
Annual
$2,150.00*
About Richard A. Berg, MD
Growing up in a small Pennsylvania town, I was influenced by the doctors who were completely dedicated to their patients constantly working in their best interest. And now that I have been practicing for 30 years, I have found that to be a compelling model for clinical practice. I believe this is a profession, not a trade, and I always work in my patient's best interest.
It is a privilege for me to function in a capacity where I can potentially help avoid medical problems or treat problems as they arise. My philosophy is to do my job, both technically and emotionally to the best of my ability and in the interests of my patients. My guiding principles are simple - tell the truth and don't be arrogant.
I believe my patients who are part of my MDVIP-affiliated practice value the same goals of health care which I embrace - the values of prevention and wellness and of allowing adequate time to effectively work together to keep them happy and healthy.
Fellowship
Laboratory of Clinical Investigation, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 1977-1980
Residency
Barnes Hospital
St. Louis, MO
Internal Medicine 1976-1977
St. Louis, MO
Internal Medicine 1976-1977
Internship
Johns Hopkins
Baltimore, MD
Medical 1975-1976
Baltimore, MD
Medical 1975-1976
Medical School
Cornell University Medical School
New York, NY
Doctorate of Medicine 1975
New York, NY
Doctorate of Medicine 1975
Undergraduate
Williams College
Williamstown, MA
Bachelor of Arts, 1971
Williamstown, MA
Bachelor of Arts, 1971
American Board of Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, Infectious Disease
American Board of Internal Medicine, Infectious Disease
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
Best Doctors® in America 2011-2012
Golden Apple, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
Top Doctors, Baltimore Magazine 1997, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2013, 2015, 2017
Best Internists of America, Town & Country Magazine
Golden Apple, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
Top Doctors, Baltimore Magazine 1997, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2013, 2015, 2017
Best Internists of America, Town & Country Magazine
Detection of Candida Antigen in the Sera of Patients with Candidiasis by an ELISA Inhibition Technique, Journal of Clinical Microbiology July, 1979, 116-120.
Enzyme-linked Immunoassay (ELISA) for Connective Tissue Components, Analytic Biochemistry May, 1980, 205-214.
Osteomyelitis, The Johns Hopkins Medical Grand Rounds Tapes, Volume X, Program 1, 1983.
AIDS in a Hospital Worker, Lancet March 24, 1984, 676.
Impaired Immune Response of Splenectomized Patients to Polyvalent Pneumococcal Vaccine, Lancet April 11, 1981, 804-807.
Periprosthetic Joint Infections, Lancet, June 2018, 2015
Enzyme-linked Immunoassay (ELISA) for Connective Tissue Components, Analytic Biochemistry May, 1980, 205-214.
Osteomyelitis, The Johns Hopkins Medical Grand Rounds Tapes, Volume X, Program 1, 1983.
AIDS in a Hospital Worker, Lancet March 24, 1984, 676.
Impaired Immune Response of Splenectomized Patients to Polyvalent Pneumococcal Vaccine, Lancet April 11, 1981, 804-807.
Periprosthetic Joint Infections, Lancet, June 2018, 2015
Infections Disease Society of America
Benefits of joining Dr. Berg's practice with MDVIP
MDVIP Wellness Program
Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.
Better Doctor-Patient Relationship
97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).
Same/Next-Day Appointments
See Dr. Berg quickly and take your time during each appointment.
Reachable 24/7
Reach Dr. Berg by phone after-hours and on weekends.
Smaller Practice Size
MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.
Your Dedicated Doctor
See Dr. Berg when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant
Travel Benefits
If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.
Medical Centers of Excellence
For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions
Better Health Outcomes
Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.
The office of Richard A. Berg, MD
Hours
| Mon | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
What our members are saying
I’m convinced that MDViP gives me the confidence that my Dr. will be there when I need his help. My Dr. , Richard Berg , has filled that need perfectly. He and his staff have been very responsive. Fortunately, I haven’t had to deal with anything major, but I can tell by their response to prescriptions, new meds, and general scheduling, that they are real professionals.
Barry
April 2, 2024
Dr Richard Berg is the best internist I have used for my medical care. Hi is caring, quick to respond to a problem, communicates and understands his patients. I know I’m in great hands with Dr. Berg
Leonard
March 11, 2024
I am so grateful for Dr. Richard Berg's care and compassion. He truly goes above and beyond to ensure I feel heard and supported.
I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a kind and extremely smart, and knowledgeable healthcare professional!
I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a kind and extremely smart, and knowledgeable healthcare professional!
Oscar
March 10, 2024
I'm a 64 year old male. I have dealt with many doctors through my personal medical care and as a litigation attorney who regularly interacted with and relied on doctors that treated my clients. In all my years, I have simply never met a more compassionate, interested, gracious doctor than Dr Berg. He is ALWAYS accessible and on the few occasions I've had to call him on a weekend, not…
Jonathan
March 4, 2024
Reviews from the web
06/13/2025
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Dr. Berg is devoted to providing excellent care to his patients. He is compassionate, concerned, and somehow manages to always be available. He’s the best.
02/14/2025
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dr berg is always there for me when i need to see him urgently. his bedside manner is first class and he treats you with great respect. hands down one of the top docs in baltimore. a very kind man and fantastic doc.
02/13/2025
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I have more respect for my doctor than I have for most people I've met in my life
02/12/2025
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Dr. Berg is a well-informed and caring physician.
02/12/2025
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Dr. Berg andd his entire staff are by far the best inthe business. Never before have I had a dctor actually listen to me and want to know "why am I here today" intead of simply diagnosing with littl feedback and writing an RX. Dr. Berg is a great doctor and even better human being. I am lucky to call him my PCP. Thank you, Dr. Berg and your entire team, it's a privilege to wrok with you all and be under your care.
04/26/2024
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Not only a good doctor, but a wonderful human being. It was an honor to have him as my primary and I miss him thank you for everything and you saved my life in more ways than one
03/14/2024
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Dr. Berg has been my physician for twenty years and he was my late husband's doctor, too. My most profound memory of Dr. B was the way he cared for my husband during a long illness, 2002, the first cancer diagnosis until 2021, my husband's death. During the last few years of his life, which was home care before and during the pandemic, Dr. Berg continued to be a significant part of his life, which included constant consideration to quality of life choices and more. My husband, Gordy, remembered Dr. Berg even during that last few years of limited cognition. If one of the many other doctors were involved in scheduling a procedure or new medication, the caregivers and I knew that we had to say DR.BERG was "in charge" and had initiated the action; then Gordy was confident that he was in the right hands.
As a widow, Dr. Berg's kindness, brilliance and compassion have led my sometimes challenging journey. He will always be held in a place of deep gratitude.
As a widow, Dr. Berg's kindness, brilliance and compassion have led my sometimes challenging journey. He will always be held in a place of deep gratitude.
02/22/2024
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Dr Beth is professional, knowledgeable,and kind
02/21/2024
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Dr. Berg is a wonderful, caring and extremely knowledgeable doctor who cares about each patient. He spends time learning about the person and addresses all concerns.
02/21/2024
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Dr Berg is a brilliant and caring physician. I consider him a friend .
02/16/2024
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Not only is Richard Berg bright and knowledgeable, but is a pleasure to deal with. Responds quickly to my calls and emails.
thanks Dick
thanks Dick
01/21/2024
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I’ve been a patient of Dr Berg’s for over 20 years. You won’t find a kinder, more compassionate and experienced doctor. He really listens to your concerns and his instant knowledge in every area is amazing. I don’t look at him as just a doctor but also a friend…
11/17/2023
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Never will come to this office ever again!
Reception was mean and rude because I came 5 minutes later than my appointment!
Regardless of only two patients in the reception waiting, staff told me to reschedule the appointment because they are too busy! I guess this doctor so busy that he doesn’t need new patients.
What happened to a quote- health and wellness comes first!
The manager instead of apologizing gave me attitude!
Terrible service, I guess these people don’t really care about doctors reputation
Don’t visit this office unless you want to feel humiliated
Reception was mean and rude because I came 5 minutes later than my appointment!
Regardless of only two patients in the reception waiting, staff told me to reschedule the appointment because they are too busy! I guess this doctor so busy that he doesn’t need new patients.
What happened to a quote- health and wellness comes first!
The manager instead of apologizing gave me attitude!
Terrible service, I guess these people don’t really care about doctors reputation
Don’t visit this office unless you want to feel humiliated
02/24/2023
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Dr. BERG is knowledgeable, caring and extremely attentive. There are only two things I find less than satisfactory in his practice in general. One is the fact that his staff is never consistent. Every time I go to his office there is someone new at the front desk, and taking blood or other tests. The second thing is that because of his rotating staff, Dr. Berg has no process for reminding patients when they’re due for their annual physical. Those are the only two reasons that I did not give the practice five stars.
02/23/2023
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When Dr. Glasser retired it was impossable to find a MDVIP doctor other than the inexperienced physician who was his replacement. My only meeting with her was sufficient to realize she did not have the experience to meet my needs. I tried to associated myself with other MDVIP Docs but all the practices with experienced younger physicians were not accepting any new patients. Fortunately, Dr. Berg had availablity and I hope he will not retire in the near future.
02/21/2023
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Dr. Berg is an awesome, old school physician. He listens, asks questions and spends time with you. He is the best fit for me. Wherever Dr. Berg goes, I'm going. He is irreplaceable.
02/16/2023
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Dr. Berg is an amazing doctor. I have know him for 38 years and he has been with me and my family though some difficult situations. He is an extremely knowledgable and caring physician.
02/16/2023
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Dr. Berg is the best, most caring and knowledgable doctor I have ever met or worked with or used. I can't recommend him enough and the ability to use him makes my membership look like a real bargain.
02/16/2023
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Dr. Berg listens and understands my medical needs.
03/17/2022
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Dr. Berg is very caring and interested in us. We check or visit
him often regarding our medications and symptoms. He is
always available to us for advice and is available to us any'
time we feel a need to see him personally. We would recommend
him to anyone who needed a very caring and competent physician.
him often regarding our medications and symptoms. He is
always available to us for advice and is available to us any'
time we feel a need to see him personally. We would recommend
him to anyone who needed a very caring and competent physician.
03/17/2022
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Dr. Berg is always available, caring and knowledgeable. Can’t think of a better person to trust with my health.
02/28/2022
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Dr. Richard Berg is knowledgeable, patient, interesting, caring and funny. I feel comfortable in his care. He is a gem of a doctor and I wish there were more like him.
02/28/2022
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Dr. Berg is the bestDoctor. He is very caring to his patients and gets to one’s situation without having to call him over & over before he gets back to you as soon as possible. Everyone I know who puts themselves in his care feel exactly as me - Lucky!
02/16/2022
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Dr Berg is a very calm and understanding person.He always takes the time necessary to diagnose my health problems, he is usually right with his decisions and they work.Best doctor I have had.
10/21/2021
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Dr Berg is extremely caring, with a stunning recall of the details surrounding his every patient. He has an incredible amount of medical and pharmacological information at his fingertips, and he is a remarkable diagnostician. I would recommend Dr. Berg to anyone who wants to link up with a truly superb and brilliant physician.
02/26/2020
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Dr. Berg is a knowledgeable caring physician whom I completely trust with my healthcare.
02/13/2020
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He has been my dr for many a year. His doctoring is that of the way a doctor should be, health before wealth. He will ALWAYS take the time for you & ddo all he can to make ypu better or as comfortable as possible.
Very easy to talk to about anything without judgement like others i have met. I have been to other doctors & walked out mid way, but Dr. Berg is the complete opposite of those know it alls. He knows its your body & you understand it it more. He never discusses you with any other patients.
Very easy to talk to about anything without judgement like others i have met. I have been to other doctors & walked out mid way, but Dr. Berg is the complete opposite of those know it alls. He knows its your body & you understand it it more. He never discusses you with any other patients.
02/12/2020
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Dr. Richard Berg has been my internist physician for approximately 28 years. He is knowledgeable about my health status. We communicate regularly. He is approachable and understanding. We have a collaborative/trusting relationship. He is an excellent diagnostician who provides assistance above and beyond the ordinary.
06/20/2019
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Dr. Berg is absolutely the best physician I have ever attended. His compassion and listening to all of your problems and concern for you is unmatched. I feel very lucky that I have found dr. Berg. If you want a physician that truly has old school doctor ways, then dr. Berg is the doctor for you.
I am adding this addendum to my review I wrote 1 year ago. ALL of the things I pointed out a year ago are still 100% true and accurate. I just wanted to update this review because as hard as it is to believe, even for me, if anything his service towards me has gotten even better. I TRULY LOOK FORWARD to every appointment I have with my FRIEND, Dr. Berg.
I am adding this part 2 years ago was the first part. All of my opinions have done nothing but keep getting stronger. 3 1/2 years with Dr. Berg and I still can honestly say that my caring for him is stronger and he still does nothing but keep doing everything possible to care for me like no other!!
I am adding this addendum to my review I wrote 1 year ago. ALL of the things I pointed out a year ago are still 100% true and accurate. I just wanted to update this review because as hard as it is to believe, even for me, if anything his service towards me has gotten even better. I TRULY LOOK FORWARD to every appointment I have with my FRIEND, Dr. Berg.
I am adding this part 2 years ago was the first part. All of my opinions have done nothing but keep getting stronger. 3 1/2 years with Dr. Berg and I still can honestly say that my caring for him is stronger and he still does nothing but keep doing everything possible to care for me like no other!!
03/21/2019
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Dr. Berg is a gifted and talented physician. Over the years he has taken good care of me. He is never hurried and takes time to really listen to my concerns. He work diligently to come up with treatment options that best suit me.
He is very personable and has a great sense of humor. He put me at easy and I feel comfortable sharing my deepest feelings and concerns.
He is very accessible and responsive. He returns phone calls, text and emails promptly.
I am blessed he is my physician.
He is very personable and has a great sense of humor. He put me at easy and I feel comfortable sharing my deepest feelings and concerns.
He is very accessible and responsive. He returns phone calls, text and emails promptly.
I am blessed he is my physician.
03/21/2019
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Dr. Berg is a brilliant, wonderful and caring physician who provides top-notch medical care. He is available 24/7 and even makes patient hospital visits when you are under the care of another specialist. I hope he never retires. Dr. Berg is the best. Mary Salkever
02/09/2019
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Dr. Berg is the finest physician you will ever have take care of you. He is kind, patient, and brilliant. He has improved my health immensely. I consider him a friend as well as my doctor.
05/27/2018
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I have been a patient of Doctor Berg for approximately 30 years and cannot imagine life without this thorough , compassionate, intelligent gentle man. He is truly one of a kind, the epitome of what a physician should be .
05/08/2016
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Get ready to be surprised that this level of attentiveness exists in a doctor. If you want superb care, one with immediate access to other Drs. for referrals, respect in the hospitals and community, try him.
Genie Herrin
Tennessee (yes, TN. He's that good).
Genie Herrin
Tennessee (yes, TN. He's that good).
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