About
Richard A. Berg, MD brings a distinctive combination of internal medicine and infectious disease expertise to his Baltimore practice. He earned his undergraduate degree from Williams College in 1971 and his medical degree from Cornell University Medical School in 1975. He completed his internship at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore before his residency in Internal Medicine at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis. From 1977 to 1980, he conducted research at the Laboratory of Clinical Investigation within the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda.
Dr. Berg holds dual board certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine in both Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease. He is a member of the Infectious Disease Society of America and affiliates with Sinai Hospital of Baltimore. Baltimore Magazine named him a Top Doctor in nine separate years spanning 1997 through 2017. He also earned recognition as one of Best Doctors in America in 2011 and 2012, a Best Internist from Town and Country Magazine, and the Golden Apple honor from Sinai Hospital of Baltimore. His published work appears in the Journal of Clinical Microbiology, Analytic Biochemistry, the Lancet, and The Johns Hopkins Medical Grand Rounds Tapes. Growing up in a small Pennsylvania town, Dr. Berg shaped his clinical values around doctors who devoted themselves entirely to their patients. He views medicine as a profession and holds two guiding principles: tell the truth and never be arrogant.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Williams College, Williamstown, MA, Bachelor of Arts, 1971
Medical School
Cornell University Medical School, New York, NY, Doctorate of Medicine 1975
Residency
Internal Medicine, Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, MO 1976-1977
Fellowship
Laboratory of Clinical Investigation, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 1977-1980
Additional Training
Internship: Johns Hopkins, Baltimore, MD, Medical 1975-1976
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Berg right for?
Dr. Berg is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician with deep subspecialty training. Patients managing infectious disease conditions such as candidiasis, osteomyelitis, AIDS, periprosthetic joint infections, or pneumococcal infections benefit from his dual board certification. He works well with patients who value a physician who prioritizes prevention, honest communication, and adequate time during each visit. Adults looking for long-term, relationship-driven internal medicine care will find Dr. Berg well suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Berg specializes in Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease. He holds dual board certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine in both areas. His infectious disease expertise covers conditions including candidiasis, osteomyelitis, AIDS, periprosthetic joint infections, and pneumococcal infections.
Yes, Dr. Berg holds dual board certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is certified in both Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease. These certifications reflect his training and clinical focus across more than three decades of practice.
Dr. Berg earned his medical degree from Cornell University Medical School in 1975. He completed his internship at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore. His Internal Medicine residency took place at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis. He then completed a three-year fellowship at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda.
Dr. Berg has practiced medicine for over 30 years. He has served many Baltimore-area patients for decades, with some patients citing relationships spanning 20 to 40 years.
Dr. Berg has earned recognition from several respected sources. Baltimore Magazine named him a Top Doctor in 1997, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2013, 2015, and 2017. He earned Best Doctors in America recognition in 2011 and 2012. Town and Country Magazine named him among the Best Internists of America. Sinai Hospital of Baltimore honored him with the Golden Apple award.
Dr. Berg treats medicine as a profession, not a trade. He commits to working in each patient's best interest, both technically and emotionally. His guiding principles are straightforward: tell the truth and never be arrogant. He prioritizes prevention and wellness and values spending adequate time with each patient.
Yes, Dr. Berg has published clinical research in several peer-reviewed journals. His work appears in the Journal of Clinical Microbiology, Analytic Biochemistry, and multiple issues of the Lancet. He also contributed to The Johns Hopkins Medical Grand Rounds Tapes. His research spans topics including candidiasis detection, osteomyelitis, AIDS, and periprosthetic joint infections.
Dr. Berg affiliates with Sinai Hospital of Baltimore. This affiliation supports patients who require inpatient care or specialist coordination beyond the scope of his office practice.
9 out of 5 patient rating based on 51 reviews. Patients consistently describe him as highly accessible, attentive, and thorough. Many have maintained relationships with him for 20 years or more. Reviewers frequently highlight his responsiveness after hours and his willingness to spend whatever time a patient needs.
Doctor profile last updated April 9, 2026