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Robert Bulat

Robert Bulat, MD, PhD, MSC

Gastroenterology

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Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Male

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

  1. Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
    • 4940 Eastern Avenue, A Building, Level 03 North, Baltimore, MD 21224

    Expertise

    Education

    McMaster University School of Medicine

    Fellowship, Gastrointestinal Motility, 1997

    McMaster University School of Medicine

    Graduate School, PhD, 1997

    McMaster University School of Medicine

    Fellowship, Gastroenterology, 1995

    University of Toronto Health

    Residency, Internal Medicine, 1993

    McMaster University School of Medicine

    Medical Education, MD, 1990

    McMaster University School of Medicine

    Graduate School, MSc, 1983

    Board Certifications

    Gastroenterology

    American Board of Internal Medicine, 1999

    Gastroenterology

    Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, 1998

    Internal Medicine

    Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, 1995

    Insurance

    Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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    • 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 reviews

    The 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.

    Overall Rating by Patient
    Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Provider Listened Carefully
    Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Explained Things Clearly
    Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Knew Medical History
    Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Showed Respect
    Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Spent Enough Time
    Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/21/2025

      I feel blessed Dr Bulat accepted me as a patient.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 12/17/2024

      Very fortunate to have Dr. Bulat as a provider. I regularly recommend him to others.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 10/15/2024

      Dr Bulat listens and cares for my well-being. He's an excellent doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/8/2024

      Very good practice with follow up and question answering via mychart.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/1/2024

      It's worth driving 3 hours to see him as my GI specialist

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/17/2024

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 8/13/2024

      Very nice

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 7/17/2024

      Always a positive experience with Dr. Bulat and his residents

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/9/2024

      Very knowledgeable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/2/2024

      He listens and really tries to figure out how to help the best that he can.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 2/27/2024

      Great and well respected

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/23/2024

      He is on top of my condition.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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.