
Robert Bulat, MD, PhD, MSC
Gastroenterology
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Robert Bulat
Professional Titles
- Clinical Director, Neurogastroenterology
Primary Academic Title
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Background
Dr. Bulat joins Johns Hopkins from Tulane University, where he was director of the neurogastroenterology and motility service and director of the GI training program. He specializes in motility and functional disorders, with an emphasis on gastroparesis. He completed his master’s degree (neuroscience) and doctorate (physiology and pharmacology) in the area of smooth muscle function, as well as motility subspecialty training, at McMaster University.
Dr. Bulat is an accomplished researcher and has authored several publications and book chapters in his field of interest.
Lab Website
Robert Bulat Lab
- The Robert Bulat Lab performs clinical research on gastroparesis and other motility disorders.
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- 4940 Eastern Avenue, A Building, Level 03 North, Baltimore, MD 21224
- phone: 410-933-7495
- fax: 410-550-3058
Expertise
Education
McMaster University School of Medicine
Fellowship, Gastrointestinal Motility, 1997McMaster University School of Medicine
Graduate School, PhD, 1997McMaster University School of Medicine
Fellowship, Gastroenterology, 1995University of Toronto Health
Residency, Internal Medicine, 1993McMaster University School of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 1990McMaster University School of Medicine
Graduate School, MSc, 1983Board Certifications
Gastroenterology
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1999Gastroenterology
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, 1998Internal Medicine
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, 1995Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
83 ratings, 33 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2025
I feel blessed Dr Bulat accepted me as a patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2024
I went for a consultation and told me what I have to have done. When I return, I will get done what they are going to do.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2024
Dr.Bulat has been an answer to prayer for me. I travelled all over the country looking for doc torso that could help me. One e I gfound Dr.Bulat I have only stayed with him. I have been with him for maybe 7 years, I am not exactly sure. He never gives up and is always trying new things to. Help me have a more comfortable life. He is always very kind and I can tell he cares about me. I am so grateful to have found him in my search for help.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2024
Very fortunate to have Dr. Bulat as a provider. I regularly recommend him to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
On time and never rushes through the appointment. Takes his time to listen and then gives his diagnosis and treatment options in ways you can understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2024
Dr.Bulat is very nice, professional and listed to me and explained our plan of care wonderful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
Dr Bulat is so very kind! He is professional and so wise yet personable. Excellent bedside manner as Im always a little nervous at the dr. I'm very thankful for such a terrific provider!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2024
Dr Bulat listens and cares for my well-being. He's an excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2024
Very good practice with follow up and question answering via mychart.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2024
It's worth driving 3 hours to see him as my GI specialist
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Dr. Bulat was very informative and took great care to listen to my issues.The visit lacked points because the after visit notes were not given.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Dr. Bulat was very thorough and compassionate when explaining my complex case, I'm grateful to have him as a provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2024
A fellow came in and began the exam. Then Dr. Bulat followed up with same questions and physical exam.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
Dr. Bulat saved my life and is continuing to work with my chronic health issues.Back home, I went to 7 doctors and got no help.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
Made me feel like there is hope for my condition I seen him for that I have been suffering with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2024
Dr.Bulat always spends as much time as I need to go through my list of questions. He is very caring and concerned. He is always trying to find ways to help me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2024
Very nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
I feel known & well cared for by Dr. Bulat. I have had positive results with a particular treatment and Dr. Bulat asked me my device settings that were successful for so that he could possibly help another patient. He made me feel valued and respected as well as giving me a sense that I was helping to advance a newer treatment option for patients with my confition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
Dr Bulat and assistant we're extremely easy to talk to, answered all my questions, had a great experience with them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
Always a positive experience with Dr. Bulat and his residents
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
Very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2024
He listens and really tries to figure out how to help the best that he can.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2024
Dr. Bulat is very helpful and puts my needs into consideration and is doing the best job he can to help me with my conditions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2024
Listened and answered my questions and was super nice. Understanding of health conditions and was knowledgeable on how to manage my care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2024
This clinic has miracle workers. I have a somewhat rare condition. I feel so much better going to this clinic. Dr. BULAT and the fellow Dr. [ ] spent a . Of time with me and explained to me what the cause was of what I was feeling. Assured me there were more treatments should I need them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2024
I really appreciate that he took the time to listen to me and talk about different approaches.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2024
Dr Bulat is outstanding. I always feel like he cars about my health so much and is concerned!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2024
Dr Bulat is an excellent GI doctor. He's personable and knowledgeable. He explains everything and wants to know how I feel.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2024
Great and well respected
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2024
He is on top of my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2024
I feel Dr. Bulat saved my life. When I 1st came there I only weighed 100 lbs and couldn't retain food. Thought we are still working on my diet and added a dietitian, my weight is up to a healthy weight. No matter how sick I get, he doesn't give up on me like the 6 doctors back home.