About
Brent A. Berger, MD is a board-certified internist who has practiced in the Bethesda, Maryland area for more than three decades. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Natural Sciences from Johns Hopkins University in 1980, then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1986. Dr. Berger completed his internship and internal medicine residency at The Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. He was selected as Chief Resident there in 1989-1990.
Dr. Berger holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and maintains active membership in the American College of Physicians, the Montgomery County Medical Society, and the Maryland State Medical Society. Castle Connolly has named him a Top Doctor every year from 2019 through 2024. Washingtonian Magazine recognized him as a Top Doctor in Internal Medicine across six separate years. He holds staff privileges at Suburban Hospital. Dr. Berger believes that the physician-patient relationship remains the foundation of quality care. He focuses on building long-term, trusting partnerships with each patient he serves.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Johns Hopkins University, Bachelor of Arts, Natural Sciences, 1980
Medical School
University of Maryland School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1986
Residency
Internal Medicine, The Washington Hospital Center, Washington, DC, 1987-1989; Chief Resident 1989-1990
Additional Training
Internship, The Washington Hospital Center, Washington, DC, 1986-1987
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Berger right for?
Dr. Berger is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term relationship with a board-certified internist. Patients managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol benefit from his focused, preventive approach. His practice suits people who want direct, after-hours access to their own physician. Patients who value continuity and personal familiarity with their doctor tend to thrive under his care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Berger specializes in internal medicine, with particular focus on chronic conditions. He actively manages type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. His preventive approach aims to catch and address health issues before they escalate.
Yes. Dr. Berger holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his residency training at The Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC, and served as Chief Resident in 1989-1990.
Dr. Berger earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1986. He completed both his internship and internal medicine residency at The Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. He was selected as Chief Resident for the 1989-1990 academic year.
Yes. Castle Connolly has named Dr. Berger a Top Doctor each year from 2019 through 2024. Washingtonian Magazine listed him as a Top Doctor in Internal Medicine in 1999, 2002, 2005, 2008, 2010, and 2012. Washington Consumers' Checkbook recognized him as an Outstanding Physician Specialist in 1998, 2003, and 2007.
Yes. Dr. Berger makes himself available by phone after hours and on weekends. Members can contact him directly for urgent concerns without waiting for the next business day.
Yes. When you visit the office, you see Dr. Berger directly. He does not route patients to nurse practitioners or physician assistants for primary care visits.
Dr. Berger centers his practice on the physician-patient relationship. He focuses on building long-term, trusting partnerships with each patient. His goal is to deliver thorough, personalized care that addresses both immediate concerns and long-term health.
Dr. Berger has been a member of the American College of Physicians since 1989. He joined both the Montgomery County Medical Society and the Maryland State Medical Society in 1990 and remains active in all three organizations.
Dr. Berger holds staff privileges at Suburban Hospital in the Bethesda area. This affiliation supports continuity of care when members require hospital-level treatment.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026