
Daniel David Gruber, MD, MS
Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery
Urogynecology
Gynecology
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Daniel David Gruber
Professional Titles
- Director, Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, Sibley Memorial Hospital
Primary Academic Title
Assistant Professor of Gynecology and Obstetrics
Background
Dr. Gruber sees patients Monday thru Friday in Building D, Level 4.
Dr. Daniel Gruber earned a Bachelor of Science at the University of California, Irvine, and was commissioned into the Air Force. After serving as an officer in an aircraft maintenance squadron at Offutt AFB, NE and simultaneously earning a Masters of Science degree he completed his medical degree at Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska. He then finished OB/GYN residency at David Grant Medical Center at Travis AFB in Northern California.
Dr. Gruber then was a general OB/GYN in Birburg, Germany and at Joint Base Andrews, MD. His next accomplishment was completing a fellowship in Female Pelvic Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (Urogynecology) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. He stayed there for the next 9 years serving in multiple roles, including Division Director for Urogynecology, Assistant Department Chief for OB/GYN, Fellowship Director, creating numerous surgical videos and publications. All while having the highest clinic and surgical volume in the Urogynecology Division. After serving 22 years active duty, he retired as a Colonel.
Dr. Gruber is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and serves in several roles for the American Urogynecologic Society and Society of Gynecologic Surgeons. He is also an Associate Professor at the Uniformed Services University and an Assistant Professor for Johns Hopkins Medicine. Dr. Gruber is currently Medical Director of Urogynecology at Sibley Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Gruber is highly skilled in all office-based procedures and all minimally invasive surgical techniques.
Selected Publications
- Wheat JE, Welch EK, Heuer CW, Dengler KL, Gruber DD, von Pechmann WS. More with Less: Single-incision Sling Insertion Techniques. Video. J Minim Invasive Gynecol. 2024 Jan 31:S1553-4650(24)00037-2. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 38307223,
- E. Welch, K. L. Dengler, J. Wheat, C. Heuer, A. Trikhacheva, D. D. Gruber, H. M. Barbier; Colpocleisis Techniques: An Open-And-Shut Case For Advanced Pelvic Organ Prolapse; Society of Gynecologic Surgeons; Mar 2022, Video; Urology. Mar 2023:S0090-4295(23)00261-3. PMID: 36965819.
- Welch EK, Dengler KL, DiCarlo-Meacham A, von Pechmann W, Gruber DD. Sacrocolpopexy Techniques for the Savvy Surgeon. Urology. 2022 Aug;166:300. doi: 10.1016/j.urology.2022.05.005. Epub 2022 May 18. PMID: 35595074
- DiCarlo-Meacham AM, Dengler KL, Welch EK, Brooks DI, Gruber DD, Osborn DJ, Scarlotta L, Vaccaro CM. Reduced versus standard intradetrusor OnabotulinumtoxinA injections for treatment of overactive bladder. Neurourol Urodyn. 2023 Jan;42(1):366-374. Epub 2022 Dec 1. PMID: 36455284
- Katherine L. Dengler, Daniel I. Brooks, Daniel D. Gruber, Multimodal approach to postoperative pain is clinically important, American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2022 Aug;227(2):369. Epub 2022 May 11. PMID: 35562050
Locations
- Sibley Memorial Hospital
- 5275 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building D, Washington, DC 20016
- phone: 202-243-5295
- fax: 202-537-4662
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda
- 10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 630, Bethesda, MD 20817
- phone: 202-243-5295
- fax: 202-537-4662
Expertise
Education
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Fellowship, Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery, 2011David Grant Medical Center
Residency, Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2006Creighton University School of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 2002Creighton University School of Medicine
Graduate School, Biomedical Science, MS, 1998Board Certifications
Obstetrics and Gynecology
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2024Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2024Insurance
- 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
136 ratings, 56 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 2/21/2025
Dr. Gruber is a compassionate and highly skilled physician. He explained my treatment plans easy to understand and respected my preferred next steps.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2025
Personable and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2025
Dr Gruber was very successful in curing my pelvic organ prolapse with surgery. He is a skilled surgeon and a kind doctor. I am lucky to be his patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2025
Really listened to me and then responded to my issues and questions with clear answers and responses. Explained every step of procedure before each step proceeded
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2025
This practice is so well run. It is a pleasure to go to appointments regardless of issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2025
Dr. Gruber was truly outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2025
Dr. Gruber by far is one of the most caring physicians I have ever had. ( I will be 85 in 3 weeks). He is an excellent listener. Takes time to explain procedures and following care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2025
Dr. Gruber is an exceptional provider, highly experienced and very knowledgeable. Urogynecology visit can be intimidating, but he made me feel comfortable and at ease. He took time to explain my treatment options in detail, and answer my questions and concerns. One of the best visits with a specialist I've had in recent years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
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- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2025
Dr Daniel Gruber was a good listener, knowledgeable and fast to examine the problem and offer a resolution.He provide me one hour of his time, ordered the tests needed and I am scheduled for a surgery in March .Feel confident that after the testing my problem will be fixed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2024
Very satisfactory first visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
I was able to get a cancelled appointment rather than wait 2-3 months. I was taken on time and the appointment lasted exactly as long as I expected
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2024
Dr. Gruber was great. He took his time to explain things and answered my questions with respect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
Excellent and very professional experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
Having seen various obgyn doctors over the years, Dr Gruber is by far the best doctor I hve ever seen in my 40+ years of seeing gynae doctors
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2024
I am a hard grader and don't usually find health care providers as helpful as I did Dr. Gruber and his team. I am not exaggerating when I say I was shockingly surprised with how easy it has been to get an evaluation of my problem and a solution.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2024
I saw Dr Gruber for a second opinion after I lost confidence in a prior doctor. Dr Gruber's expertise and compassion, his overall approach to my health is outstanding. I am 100% confident that I have chosen the best care provider for my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2024
He was very professional, knowledgeable and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2024
Very knowledgeable and had a kind bedside manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Dr Gruber was excellent. He explained my condition in detail and gave me a full picture of treatment options. I felt very comfortable with him and his medical expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
Very kind Dr with realistic explanations or what I could expect from various options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2024
For me it is my best experience with the doctor, the first time that a doctor takes time with me and explains my health problem and what is the best thing to do.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2024
Dr. Gruber spend more than one hour with me. He answered all my questions, explained all possible treatments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2024
Dr. Gruber provided me with extremely good care. He listened to my concerns and correctly identified the issue that was causing me pain after surgery, and then made sure I got the care I needed immediately. He took the time to explain things to me and my husband, which we both really appreciated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2024
Dr Gruber is very competent and good natured, has excellent character, warm and patient. I can be irascible when anxious and I was very worried and anxious about surgery but he was very supportive. Without hesitation would refer family and friends to him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2024
Dr Gruber provided excellent care in a very kind fashion. Would definitely recommend.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Excellent .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2024
Dr. Gruber and [Staff] were wonderful. It was a most satisfactory appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2024
He was very calm and inquisitive and willing to answer questions. Seemed like he really cared. He seemed knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
Listened to all my concerns and provided many options. Very thorough examination with explanations of the process throughout.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2024
Very smart and very knowledgeable about my medical conditionn.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2024
[Staff] and Dr. Gruber were delightful to meet, professional, respectful, and made the entire visit a much more calm and comfortable experience than I had anticipated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2024
Very kind and great listener. Great exam. Kinda felt like I needed to get out of the way when I asked whether I should followup. He recommended I see his NP
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
A good listener. Took time to explain the options. Did NOT rush.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2024
Very kind, professional and friendly doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
Dr. Gruber is awesome!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
Dr Gruber is wonderful. He explained things clearly. He answered all questions. He is warm and friendly and put me at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
Dr. Gruber made a difficult exam comfortable and effortless. I was not looking forward to this visit but left feeling respected, educated and cared for his bedside manner is excellent. His Attention to detail. Impressive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
Excellent care and very thorough. Easy communication.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
Kind and pleasant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2024
Dr. Gruber was great. Can't speak highly enough about my experience. He was kind, considerate, intentional - he spent a good amount of time with me, answered my questions and never made me feel like he had to rush off somewhere. He also made me a very active participant in the decision-making re the course of treatment. All in all an incredibly positive experience amidst a fairly stressful/uncertain time for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2024
Overall my experience was good as I needed to know & idenitfy reason for considering a a forthcoming operation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
Dr. Gruber spent a lot of time with us and was so knowledgeable and friendly. We are so happy we found him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
Kind and professional provider who makes a very sensitive topic comfortable to talk about in detail.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
He was very knowledgeable explaining everything very well and listened to my history and questions. Great communication
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
Everyone in the office was very kind, respectful and gave me what I needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2024
Very good at explaining the problem and follow up needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Dr. Daniel David Grubert is Totally Awesome!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
He was professional, thorough, kind and understanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2024
Very nice person clearly dedicated, informative, action oriented and trustworthy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/26/2024
Dr. Gruber He's direct he explains things specifically to you. He has a great sense of humor and great bedside manners.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2024
Very good visit. Extremely informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2024
Dr. Gruber took time, listened to my concerns and was very clear about my opinions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2024
Dr. Gruber was amazing!