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Paul O'Rourke Jr.

Paul O'Rourke Jr., MD, MPH

Internal Medicine

Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Paul O'Rourke Jr.

Professional Titles

  • Assistant Dean for Medical Student Affairs, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
  • Outpatient Medicine Curriculum Lead, Johns Hopkins Bayview Internal Medicine Residency
  • Co-Director, Johns Hopkins Medical Education Pathway, Johns Hopkins Bayview and Osler Internal Medicine Residency Programs

Primary Academic Title

Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Dr. Paul O'Rourke is an Associate Professor of Medicine and serves as Assistant Dean for Medical Student Affairs at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.  Dr. O'Rourke co-directs the Johns Hopkins Medical Education Pathway, a longitudinal medical education training program for Johns Hopkins Hospital and Johns Hopkins Bayview internal medicine residents.  He directs the Outpatient Medicine Curriculum of the Johns Hopkins Bayview Internal Medicine Residency.  He spends the majority of his time teaching and advising medical students and internal medicine residents.  He is involved in medical education research with a particular focus on primary care education and advocacy, humanism in medicine, high value care, and health disparities.  He is active on the national level through the Society of General Internal Medicine (SGIM) and the Association of Program Directors in Internal Medicine (APDIM).  He currently serves as a national councilor for APDIM.

Dr. O'Rourke provides longitudinal primary care to patients in Baltimore and also serves as a teaching attending on the inpatient general medical service at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center.

He completed his undergraduate and medical school education at the University of Florida followed by residency training in Internal Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Health System.  He then completed a fellowship in General Internal Medicine at Johns Hopkins University with a focus on medical education.  He received a Master of Public Health degree from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

Research Interests

Medical education research with a particular focus on primary care education and advocacy, humanism in medicine, high value care, and health disparities

Honors

 

  • Institute for Excellence in Education Educational Program Award given to the Medical Education Pathway, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 2024

  • C. Lockard Conley, M.D. Award for Excellence in Medical Resident Education, American College of Physicians Maryland Chapter, 2023

  • Faculty Teaching Excellence Award, Johns Hopkins Bayview Internal Medicine Residency, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 2022

  • Lisa J. Heiser Award for Junior Faculty Contribution in Education, Institute for Excellence in Education, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 2021

  • Frederick L. Brancati Mentorship and Leadership Award, Society of General Internal Medicine, 2020
  • Award for Excellence in Clinician Education, Society of General Internal Medicine Mid-Atlantic Region, 2019
  • Outstanding Primary Care Faculty Award, Primary Care Consortium, 2019
  • American College of Physicians Exemplar of Professionalism Award, American College of Physicians Pennsylvania Chapter, 2013
  • Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award, University of Florida College of Medicine, 2011
  • Gold Humanism Honor Society, University of Florida College of Medicine, 2010
  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, University of Florida College of Medicine, 2010

Memberships

  • Society of General Internal Medicine
  • American College of Physicians
  • Association of Program Directors in Internal Medicine (APDIM)

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, General Internal Medicine, 2016
  • Graduate School: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, MPH, 2015
  • Residency: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania , Internal Medicine, 2014
  • Medical Education: UF Health Shands Hospital, Medicine, MD, 2011

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2014

Insurance

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Search plans
  • Aetna
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthSmart/Accel
  • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
  • MultiPlan
  • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
  • Point Comfort Underwriters
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

53 ratings, 35 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
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Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
Provider Spent Enough Time
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2026

    Dr O'Rourke is the best doctor I've ever met. He's kind, personable, and really knows his patients as if you were a neighbor or close friend. There's nothing I wouldn't share with him

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

    Best possible - caring, knowledgable, collaborative and encouraging.

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

    Dr. Paul O'Rourke is an outstanding Physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    Dr O'Rourke is the best

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

    His the best.he cares...he listen.. Never was type that would go to the doctors nor make any appointment.but this is a doctor I would send everybody too and I did..amazing doctor he is..as long as his out bayview..he well be my doctor. Any one else looking for on imma tell them hey I good a good on..hop on board

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

    Great visit. Thank you for your continued care!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    I am a new patient w Dr. O'Rourke. He is a superb medical doctor and I am very grateful to be under his care.

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

    I am so grateful I found Dr. O'Rourke -he is the most thorough, attentive, and friendly primary care physician I've ever had, and I feel so at-ease and confident now that he is managing my care and care team. Couldn't be more grateful to have him as my primary care provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    Very pleasant, caring doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    I trust the provider for excellent medical advice delivered in a friendly professional manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    Excellent annual physical, as usual.

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

    Dr. O'Rourke is very thorough and is always very willing to take the time to answer all my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    He is a professional in every sense of the word

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    My provider is very caring. He always makes sure to call even if I'm home to explain lab results and help me understand. He also helped to find solutions to my health issues. I really do appreciate him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    Amazing doc! I am out of the area (but still in state) and will hold on to Dr. O'Rourke as long as is feasible.

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

    Well honestly my Provider and Staffs were very helpful loverly and respectful to me at the time of my visit on September 11,2025 at 9:20am.

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

    Dr. O'Rourke is always thorough with his examinations, efficient, understanding, and provides real solutions for my medical issues. I highly recommend him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Dr. O'Rourke is by far the absolute best internal medicine doctor I've ever had! He shows repeatedly upon every visit I go to with him for my check ups that he is professional, courteous, and so well informed and up-to-date on everything that is medical. He is very kind and shows so much respect for his patients, as he always makes me feel welcome and cared for.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    Dr O'Rourke is an amazing primary care provider. He has the watched me go through several ups and downs with my health. From getting a brain tumor removed to managing my weight to chronic pain due to vestibular migraines.He listens to my concerns takes time to addresses each one gives me his opinion I don't feel like I am an outsider for my care I am able to partner with him which is extremely important He allows me to advocate for my care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Dr. O'Rourke is an excellent physician who really cares about his patients. He reviews my lab results before my alppts and is prepared to discuss them with me. I have total trust in Dr. O'Rourke & have recommended him to several of my friends.

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

    Dr. O'Rourke is outstanding. He has strong interpersonal skills, is compassionate, and technically proficient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Dr. O'Rourke is fantastic Doctor

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

    Never any issues with visits.

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

    Dr O'Rourke excels at preparation, communication, knowledge of medicine, bedside manner, and temperament.

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

    Thoughtful, focused and caring manner felt extremely encouraging and supportive.

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

    Dr O'Rourke is the best - I am so lucky to have met him. He has changed my health life for the better.

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

    Dr. O'Rourke is an outstanding doctor, a good comunicater, and all around tremendous human being.

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

    I recently moved to Baltimore from New York City, and I was very nervous about finding a new primary care physician to replace mine in New York. Dr O'Rourke was absolutely amazing and made all of my provider anxiety immediately melt away. Dr O'Rourke was incredibly kind, patient, and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. I could not have asked for a better primary care physician than Dr O'Rourke. Thank you!

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

    Great visit. Very thorough and helpful in addressing all of my concerns. Thank you!

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

    Very understanding,caring doctor

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

    Dry thorough and professional. Made me feel at ease during visit

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

    I have recommended few of my family and friends to him.he understands me.he explain everything in a way that I understand. Amazing doctor..I don't think or wouldn't find anyone better.100 percent amazing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Excellent. Spent a lot of time with me. Super knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Dr. O'Rourke is an absolute gem. He is thorough, Knowledgeable and listens to a patient's opinions, thoughts and needs. So many could take cues from his approach and bedside manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2025

    I'm 77 years old and have visited many primary care doctors over my life. Dr O'Rourke was the best doctor I've ever had. I moved here from Scottsdale and this was my first visit with Dr O'Rourke. He was exceptional-with his time, his interest in me and my health, and his knowledge. Johns Hopkins is very fortunate to have him.