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Paul Gurbel

Paul Gurbel, MD

Interventional CardiologyCardiology

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult >18

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Provider Organizations

  • LifeBridge Health Medical Group

About Paul Gurbel

Professional Statement

As the director of the Center for Thrombosis Research at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore (SCTR), Paul A. Gurbel, M.D.'s research has sparked a much needed debate in the cardiology community surrounding the under-recognized role that platelets play in coronary thrombosis and the efficacy of conventional antiplatelet treatment. His translational research has influenced treatment guidelines and the design of prospective large scale clinical trials. A major focus of his laboratory is new drug development, for which his Center has received NIH funding. Within the Center is a dedicated phase I facility, where first-in-human and early phase studies are conducted. His Center has worked closely with private industry to develop new antiplatelet agents, and has played a pivotal role in the development of two recently approved antiplatelet agents (prasugrel and ticagrelor) indicated for the treatment of ACS. Dr. Gurbel's current research is focused on further understanding how genotype and various aspects of platelet function should be used to optimally identify the patient with high cardiovascular risk. Over the past decade, numerous advances in the treatment of patients with coronary artery disease have been made that were influenced by the discoveries made by Dr. Gurbel and his research team. Dr. Gurbel instituted the field of personalized antiplatelet therapy in the era of dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) by demonstrating: 1.The presence of antiplatelet response variability to clopidogrel. 2.The role that clopidogrel and aspirin dose have on pharmacodynamics. 3.The key link between high platelet reactivity to adenosine diphosphate and post-stenting ischemic risk in patients on DAPT. 4.The key link between a threshold of platelet reactivity to ischemic event occurrence. 5.The relation that gender, ethnicity and age have with platelet reactivity. 6.The effect that genetic polymorphisms and drug-drug interactions have on antiplatelet pharmacodynamics and clinical outcomes in patients with cardiovascular disease. 7.The relation between heightened platelet reactivity, hypercoagulability, inflammation, and clinical disease state acuity. Dr. Gurbel earned his medical degree at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed an internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Gurbel then completed a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care at Johns Hopkins University, followed by fellowships in Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology, as well as a chief residency in Internal Medicine at Duke. He is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, and interventional cardiology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. In addition to prolific research, Dr. Gurbel remains one of the busiest cardiac interventionalist's on the east coast. In 2011, Dr. Gurbel was recognized by the US News World Report, The Washington Post Magazine, Best Doctors, and other agencies as being one of the best physicians in America. Dr. Gurbel serves on the editorial boards for several journals, including the Journal of the American College of Cardiology and the Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine Cardiovascular Disease and on the Scientific Session Committee for Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics and the International Scientific Advisory Board, International Society of Thrombosis and Haemostasis. In addition to book chapters and monographs, he has authored nearly 300 articles in peer-reviewed journals, most recently including JAMA, Circulation, Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Diabetes, American Journal of Cardiology, American Heart Journal, Thrombosis and Haemostasis, Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis, Platelets, and Journal of Interventional Cardiology. In 2012 he authored 30 manuscripts in the peer-reviewed literature. In 2012, three peer reviewed papers developed by Dr. Gurbel and his team were named Most Important Papers in Antiplatelet Therapy by Circulation.

Locations

  1. Greenspring Valley Cardiovascular Associates - Quarry Lake

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center, 1990
  • Residency: Duke University Medical Center, 1989
  • Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center, Cardiology, 1988
  • Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 1987
  • Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital, Critical Care Medicine, 1987
  • Residency: Duke University Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1986
  • Internship: Duke University Medical Center, 1984
  • Internship: Duke University Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1984
  • Professional Education: University of Maryland School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 1983

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1986

Insurance

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Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

348 ratings, 95 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    Dr. Gurbel is the most considerate and caring doctor I have ever met and his office staff is fabulous!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/5/2026

    Excellent customer service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/1/2026

    Dr Gurbel is awesome. Great support staff too!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/28/2026

    Dr. Gurbel/Makadia are always the BEST!!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Overall, Paul Gurbel comes highly recommended by a friend of mine who used to work with him. Sometimes I find that he dismisses, he's a little dismissive of me and I have to kind of like keep pushing him to get an answer, I mean like a different answer or maybe something that we can discuss. I know he's a smart guy, obviously, but I just, you know, I would tell people if you're a woman, you got to keep pushing him. That's just my personal opinion. His office staff is always great, although I was in there the other day and I finally had to get up and say, okay, like, where are my discharge papers after about 45 minutes because people kept going out before me and I was a little disturbed by that.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Very good experience!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Your people are excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Hi, I've been going to Dr. Gurbel for 22 years. He saved my life at least three times and my husband's twice. And I feel so lucky to be able to go to him. He's a very, very good doctor, very thorough, and he's on the cutting edge. He knows everything that's the latest. And I'm very thankful I have him for my doctor. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/7/2026

    I am very satisfied with the services provided by Dr. Gurbel

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/26/2026

    Outstanding service. The best as always

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    I was taken in before my scheduled time, processed efficiently. Seen by the doctor before my time. The whole visit, from in to out, took about 30 minutes. Yes, it was a follow-up visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    The office is very well run,everyone very courteous. Dr Gurbel is one of the most caring physicians I have ever been seen by. He listens,treats you with the utmost courtesy and is genuinely interested in my health. I would never think of going to anyone else.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Great staff and the absolute best cardiologist. Everyone at this practice go out of their way to make you feel at ease. I feel like family when I have an appointment at this office. Skilled professional cardiology care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    My experience at Dr. Gurbel's office was fantastic. Extremely professional staff. More importantly, Dr. Gurbel is one of the finest doctors that I've ever been associated with. He's a true professional and really cares about his patients. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    Paul Gurbel is excellent. He is very thorough, patient, empathetic, knowledgeable and very professional. I have recommended him to all of my friends.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Everyone from staff to doctor were friendly, courteous and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Dr. Gurbel is an excellent doctor. He is personable and has great bedside manners. He is such a smart doctor. He is very thorough and competent. I have recommended him to other people I know that need a cardiologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    Little waiting time. Very convenient. As pleasure to go there.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/3/2026

    I literally appreciate the patient/doctor relationship that I have with my Cardiologist. I was at a really bad place in My life when I met Dr Gurbel he's the best and now I'm were I need to be and now I'm doing so much better!! I thank God for my Cardiologist!! Blessings

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/1/2026

    Best doctor ever

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Dr Gurbel is the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/22/2025

    Wonderful experience, great team!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    very professional and through

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    After waiting a considerable amount of time to be seen, the provider was very rushed. I didn't even have a chance to ask questions that I had written down.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    Very professional office from top to bottom. Dr Gurbel was very thorough and explained everything that was going to happen with me. Great experience!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/14/2025

    Dr. Gurbel and his staff are great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Well organized!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Everyone was friendly and nice

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Provider is very helpful and knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Doctor Paul Gurbel is a great Doctor. He listens to you. He has great bedside manners. He makes sure that you get the best care that you need.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    Always thorough and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/29/2025

    An issue arose during the examination and Dr. Gurbel arranged for an echo gram there at the site immediately following the examination.. This was particularly convenient as I drive to 3+ hours to Baltimore! Dr. Gurbel has been kind and thorough through every. 6 month follow-up. I couldn't wish for better. (Patient information redacted to protect privacy).

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    Doctor Gurbel is the Best Physician that I have. I have recommended him to many of my family members and friends.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    There were longer wait times than I expected.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    Dr Gurbel is my hero, he saved my life. He is a wonderful Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/9/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    Dr. Paul Gurbel is an extremely knowledgeable and professional healthcare provider, as well as his staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    It has been a pleasure to be involved with the staff and Doctors,Dr Paul Gurbel has assembled in this practice, they are truly on top of their game! Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    The best cardiologist, ever respectful, kind, courteous, brilliant I'd go nowhere else

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    Only have good things to say about the office and Dr. Gurbel.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    I have been coming to Dr. Gurbel's office for several years and he always treats me with respect and explains everything even in a routine checkup. His staff is knowledgeable as well as helpful when asking questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    Patient Great bedside manner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    Dr Gurbel is the best . He takes good care of me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    He is very through,patience, good listener and follows up on things. He is familiar with and knows my history. Very apologetic when he is running behind. The office staff are amazing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    I'd like to say that my appointment, I have seen the same doctor three times in a few years, and he's outstanding, and he takes time to listen, and I have another appointment coming up with him in a few months, and I'm very pleased with him. I wouldn't think of going to anybody else. So he really is an asset to us. I thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/26/2025

    Caring and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    Exceptional service by all providers

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    The best doctor i could have!Thank you so much!Always grateful {patient info redacted to protect privacy}

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    Love this doctor and the staff. Always shows kindness and interest in you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    Dr Gurbel and staff were accommodating and kind to our special needs.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/14/2025

    It's rare that any office staff stays with a provider as long as this staff has been with Dr. Gurbel. Especially the office manager. Janine runs a flawless office. Faith, Marcia and Nina are a dream team. I almost always see Edwin as a medical assistant, who is fantastic. No one in this office however, is quite as fabulous as the physician himself. Paul Gurbel is the unicorn of providers. Always prepared, reviews and takes a history like no one else. I refer to him to everyone. He is top tier on my team of doctors, and it's truly a privilege to be his patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    In addition to my primary care doctor, I see several different specialists. Dr. Paul Gurbel is by far the best DOCTOR that I see!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Dr Gurbel and staff are so all outstanding! Best of all Doctor's!!!

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    My appointment was 1:00PM. I was not seen by Dr. Gurbel until 2:30 PM. I declined to be seen by his resident. My appointment was with Dr. Gurbel not the resident. The man who took my blood pressure and confirmed my medication at 1:00 PM told me that Dr. Gurbel had to eat lunch. I did not leave the office until 2:45PM.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/1/2025

    Professional and pleasant Everyone explained what was happening

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/1/2025

    Staff and support team were top notch and my provider, Dr. Gurbel is an amazing physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/1/2025

    Could not be better.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/23/2025

    Good practice No problems

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Prefer early afternoon appointments due to traffic on the Beltway.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Felt the doctor was very thorough in my exam and had my health interest paramount. Doctor was excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    Dr Gurbel is always well prepared for our visit. He is current on my treatment and treatment at other facilities. He cares for me as a person. The admin staff is terrific. They are always helpful and work with my schedule when o need help. Terrific staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Dr Gurbel and his entire staff are terrific. His office runs great and I am fortunate to have him as my doc

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Extra effort was made to get me an early appointment. Dr. Gurbel is outstanding!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/25/2025

    Dr. Gurbel is an outstanding doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    I would say they are very accommodating. I was over 30 minutes late for my appointment. They still took me without any wait time. Which i greatly appreciated since I drive over an hour to get there.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    He is very knowledgeable and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/21/2025

    Dr. Gurbel, associates and office staff are the absolute best! Walking in the door you are greeted warmly and put at ease. For me, if the first people you have contact with are kind, caring and knowledgeable, that's a major deciding factor on choosing this provider. This office is the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/21/2025

    Blessed to be a patient with this Cardiologist and Staff!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    very friendly and thorough

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    Dr. Gurbel and his staff are very professional. They always treat me with the utmost respect and courtesy and I am quite certain that they all are interested in my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/22/2025

    Dr Gurbel and his staff are excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    I have the best cardiologist ever

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Dr. Gurbel is very knowledgeable and does everything in his power to keep connected with my other doctor when determining the best treatment for high blood pressure and for pulmonary hypertension. He requests tests he feel are needed and checks about medications with my pulmonologist. Extremely pleased

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    Amazing! The office is clean The people are courteous Excellent service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    The staff is very friendly. Barbara the tech, nice and courteous. Dr. Gurbel great. Took time with me. Very through. Really listened.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    Prompt, courteous, knowledgeable, and patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    Dr. Gurbel is a great provider. He insists upon excellence from his staff and personnel. I have no reason to change .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    This is a very busy practice. Just wish there was a way to have more time with the Doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    Well, Dr. Gurbel is one of the best cardiologists around and always is a pleasure to see him and visit him with his honest and knowledgeable guidelines. I'm very pleased that he is my doctor. Thank you and have a nice day. Bye bye.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/18/2025

    Dr. Gurbel is very smart,very caring , compassionate and intelligent doctor,doing all in his power to help his patients!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/18/2025

    Professional! The best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/16/2025

    Always a great experience there

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    Nice check in. Only had to wait a few minuets.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    Dr. Paul Gurbel and his team are awesome. I've been with them for years. {patient information redacted to protect privacy} Dr. Gurbel is very knowledgeable, very personable, and we love him. We love him, we love his team, and we don't trust anyone else with their heart issues other than Dr. Gurbel and his team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/10/2025

    Doctor Gurbel and his staff were beyond excellent!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/10/2025

    I thought the examination was very thorough. I saw three different people and at the end, Dr. Gurbel came in and took the time to go over things thoroughly with me along with the second person that took a lot of information down. They both were in the room there. So all in total, I think they spent probably a little over a half hour with me, actually face-to-face time. Most doctors won't do that and I really appreciate that. Thanks. Bye.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/9/2025

    Everyone was very helpful and friendly. Dr. Gurbel answered all questions and spent time with my wife and I.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/5/2025

    This was a sudden appointment they made time for me it was exceptional no words to express my appreciation

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Dr Gurbel is awesome. Well worth the drive from HARFORD County. I'd recommend him to everyone.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/4/2025

    Dr. Gurbel is the best. He is extremely knowledgeable and can answer any question. He works closely with other of my special physicians, knows their treatment and supports all needs. He has been my cardiologist since 2000 and I know that I would not have had the good life I have had since that time without him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    Dr Gurbel and staff are always professional and courtesy

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    Outstanding

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/23/2025

    Dr. Gurbel and staff are the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    Always professional