Michael D. Zang, MD
Internal Medicine
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About Michael D. Zang, MD
The renowned Johns Hopkins physician Sir William Osler said, "The good physician treats the disease; the great physician treats the patient who has the disease." This encapsulates my philosophy as a doctor. As your personal physician, and with an emphasis on prevention, I will partner with you to help address your health in the context of your individual goals and challenges.
In my first three years of medical practice over 20 years ago, I worked and lived in a small town in western Maryland. My home was a few hundred yards from my office in the hospital; my patients were literally my neighbors. I learned to see my patients not as lab values or medicine lists, but as people. The pace of a small-town medical practice taught me that when physicians have more time to listen, patients often guide us to solutions. My patients' stories matter: I believe it can relate to their efforts to work toward improved health.
During my 16 years practicing in Baltimore, before becoming an MDVIP-affiliated physician in Catonsville, I sadly watched the practice of primary care change, appearing to emphasize quantity healthcare over individualized care. In that environment of volume medicine, I felt it took greater effort to pursue the "whole person" care philosophy instilled in me from that small town.
As an MDVIP affiliate, I have more time to spend with patients during unhurried visits. Together, we discuss health concerns big and small and develop an action plan suitable for your lifestyle. I believe the after effects of the pandemic remind us of the importance of solid patient-doctor relationships and healthy life habits.
Similar to concierge medicine practices, my MDVIP-affiliated practice offers conveniences like same- or next-day appointments with minimal waiting.
I practice mindfulness daily. My own participation in the annual MDVIP Wellness Program gave me the confidence in my 50s to train for and compete in my first two half-marathons, then a full marathon with more to come.
I believe it’s never too late to be healthier. MDVIP's emphasis on personalized preventive care allows me to support you as you pursue being healthier, even when unexpected challenges arise.
Baltimore, MD
Internal Medicine 1997-1999
Baltimore, MD
1996-1997
Stony Brook, NY
Doctorate of Medicine 1996
Oberlin, OH
Bachelor of Arts, Neurosciences 1991
Graduated with Honors
Medical By Laws Committee, Medical Executive Committee, Memorial Hospital, Cumberland, MD 1999-2002
Medical Consultant for Thomas B. Finan Center Psychiatric Hospital, Cumberland, MD 1999-2001
Benefits of joining Dr. Zang's practice with MDVIP
The office of Michael D. Zang, MD
| Mon | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
Reviews from the web
He and his partner Dr. Adrian St.Martin, conducted a broad search and found a replacement internist for their practice, Dr Michael Zang. When Dr Reisinger told me that he would be using Dr Zang as his primary internist that sold me and we continued with the MDVIP practice now seeing Dr Zang. We are extremely happy and pleased for the past two years to be under the care of Dr Zang. He is very very bright, knowledgeable about his and related fields and has an excellent bedside matter and willingness to take time with his patients. The office staff, one who is new and one who remained have also continued to be top notch, very competent and helpful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.
Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.
MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.
**The message above is a personal introduction from the physician, intended to help you get to know them better. The views, opinions, and statements expressed above are solely those of the physician and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of MDVIP. This content is intended for general background purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Any mentions of expertise or quality of care are personal expressions and should not be interpreted as guarantees of performance or outcomes.