
Daniel David Gruber, MD, MS
Minimally Invasive Gynecologic SurgeryUrogynecologyGynecology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
In-Network Plans
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MaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- 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
Johns Hopkins Physician
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.
PubMed - Publications
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Gruber%20DD&cauthor_id=30273586
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
- Get Directions
- phone: 202-243-5295
- fax: 202-537-4662
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda
- 10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 630, Bethesda, MD 20817
- Get Directions
- phone: 202-243-5295
- fax: 202-537-4662
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery, 2011
- Residency: David Grant Medical Center, Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2006
- Medical Education: Creighton University School of Medicine, MD, 2002
- Graduate School: Creighton University School of Medicine, Biomedical Science, MS, 1998
Board Certifications
- Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2013
- Obstetrics and Gynecology: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2007
Insurance
- 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
164 ratings, 80 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 2/20/2026
He is the bestwarm and professional and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Very experienced, thorough in examining and professional but friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Dr. Gruber presented with excellent customer service. He took his time and broke all the information down so I could understand his findings and the procedure I needed. I felt very comfortable with Dr. Gruber.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
He seemed very thorough in his initial examination of me and took the time to solicit answers to his questions. Responds to portal requests/questions in a timely manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
This was my first visit with Dr Gruber. He was very professional, approachable and knowledgeable. He explained the procedures and answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
My internist recommended Dr. Gruber because of frequent UTIs. He first listened to my history and pattern of UTIs, examined me (with a female nurse in the room), and then walked me through the likely causes and treatment options. He was thorough, careful and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
Excelent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
This was a surgical consult, and I am having the surgery with Dr. Gruber. He was professional, kind, helpful, and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
It was hard to schedule my first in person visit with my provider. Now it is easy for the follow up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr. Gruber is an excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2026
Best doctor visit I had in a long time. I left feeling better about my situation than I did going in.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Excellent in experience and knowledge
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
Personable. Didn't rush me. Erficient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Excellent communicator
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Excellent listener, empathetic and knowledgeable physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
The Dr gave me detailed information about my issues and recommended two different surgical solutions which I am considering. I appreciated his kindness and thorough explanations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
Dr. Gruber was thorough and clear and explaining my situation and my options. The answered questions clearly and understandably. He spent a good amount of time with me and followed up immediately with our next Course of action.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
Dr Gruber is an excellent surgeon and a wonderful person . He takes the necessary time to explain things in a way we understand . He is very caring .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
Dr Gruber is very professional and has a kind, caring demeanor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
THE BEST EVER!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2026
Exceptionally impressed by the providers knowledge and overall treatment of me as a patient and human being
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2025
I was referred to Dr. Gruber by my primary physician, [staff]. Dr. Gruber was professional, courteous, and very attentive throughout my visit. We thoroughly discussed my incontinence Issue and the available options for addressing it. I left the office feeling informed, reassured, and very positive about my experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
Dr. Gruber is an exception provider. He created an appointment for me on his OR day. He coordinated my care with a colorectal surgeon and had my concerns addressed right away. He has great wonderful bedside manner and treats his patients with respect and dignity.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
He is a doctor that really listens to you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
My provider was knowledgeable , trustworthy and explained everything to me with care , compassion and ease . His beside manner was excellent and made me fell like I finally had hope with a condition that I have been living with for years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Good communicator, great physician, trusted his care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Dr Gruber was great. He explained all of my options and answered all of my questions. I didn't not feel rushed and it was great to talk to a doctor who has a great sense of humor. I felt comfortable with him as if I'd known him for years. I feel very fortunate to have found him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Explained everything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Gruber is an excellent surgeon. He answers questions and offers suggestions. I was lucky to have found him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Gruber was excellent. Explained in detail and provided helpful information.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Dr. Daniel Gruber is an excellent and outstanding doctor. I feel that he cares about me and he has a great knowledge about my problems. He is so careful and gentle exam me. I would highly recommend him for my family. Thank you Dr. Gruber for passionately care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Great medical knowledge. Outstanding professionalism and at the same time with great ease and familiarity
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Dr.Gruber is the best doctor/surgeon. He is very knowledgeable, explain and provide the best treatment options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Extremely knowledgeable of my condition
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Felt very comfortable with both the nurse and the doctor explaining to me the issues and the solutions both were extremely professional and helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
Dear Ladies, I highly highly highly recommend Dr. Gruber for your gynecological health care!! He is an amazing doctor in all ways! He is brainy brilliant/highly knowledgeable and a highly-skilled doctor; he's kind and compassionate, a wonderful, non-judgmental listener and he has a great sense of humor(he truly puts you at ease)! From my first appointment I had with him many years ago, I knew I hit the gynecologist jackpot! You will be very happy under his wonderful care!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
Dr Gruber is an excellent Gynecologist Surgeon. He is super focused and knows the best procedures to help you with your problem. He is a good listener, very neat in the clinical procedures. He is a solver and wonderful surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
All personnel that I encountered was respectful and polite
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
Dr. Gruber is exceptional in several ways, especially in knowledge, medical evaluation/diagnosis, communication and patient rapport.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
Excellent work
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
He's great knowledgeable and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
He was great. Friendly professional. Made me feel very comfortable for the exams. Asked many important questions and I was able to answer them
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
Excellent doctor, very attentive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
This was a 6 month surgical follow-up visit. Dr. Gruber is amazing-- caring, easy to understand, personable and an expert in his field.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Dr. Gruber was great. He explained my physical condition well and presented numerous treatment options in writing and included diagrams that were very helpful. He listened carefully and without judgment. He was personable, clearly experienced and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Provider was attentive, not rushed. Explained things well. I'm only disappointed because the issue is not immediately resolved
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Dr Gruber was very knowledgeable and very professional. He also had an excellent bedside manner. He asked all the right questions and listened closely. He was very helpful in general.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
Dr. gruber is exceptional at listening to his patients and understanding their goals so that he is personalizing the care that he gives. I have a great deal of trust in him both in terms of technical skill and dedication to what is best for my overall well-being. I think he is a remarkable physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Other than having to wait 20 weeks for a new patient appointment I am extremely satisfied
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Dr. Gruber was excellent. He took time to clearly explain things and answer all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2025
First time visit. Dr Gruber was friendly and very knowledgeable about my condition .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2025
Friendly, kind, respectful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
He was great. Thorough, respectful, knowledgable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
This provider was very thorough and gentle. He explained the treatment very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
Outstandind care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
Fantastic! Could of been better
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
He was OK but seemed a bit removed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
I have a lot of confidence in Dr Gruber. He gives me the time I need and explains things very clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
Explained everything well and was on time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Dr. Gruber was gentl, explained things well, and listened to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
A very pleasant and helpful visit all around. Dr. Gruber is a new M.D. for me and I was very pleasantly surprised to find him as knowledgeable, personable, and efficient in handling my situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
Dr. Gruber is down to earth and empathetic. He's knowledgeable and explains clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr Gruber extremely pleasant, patient, professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Dr. Gruber put me at ease where the doctors in WV could not! He is top notch!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Dr. Gruber has the best bedside manner I have ever experienced in a physician. He is direct, kind, extremely knowledgeable and totally relatable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2025
Dr Gruber is a top notch doctor. His knowledge, his manner, his caring, and his communication skills are all excellent. He has the ability to put patients at ease in a specialty that only treats women.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
The doctor was gentle, caring , and a great listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Very friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
This was my first visit and he put me very much at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Very impressed with Dr. Gruber's patience, thorough explanations and the amount of time spent with me. I would absolutely use him again if needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
Daniel Gruber is a fabulous physician. I chose him because of his reputation and drive a great distance for his care. I would not do that for just anyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
I was very uncomfortable w/ the medical problem I was seeing Dr Gruber forhe immediately put me at ease & helped w/ pix 2 make certain I understood all of the possible procedures & outcomes
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Dr. Gruber, has excellent bedside manner, he breaks down the care, the procedure and surgery in layman terms. He is attentive to your questions and concerns, making you feel you are receiving the best care available.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Dr. Gruber was extremely professional and everyone was so polite. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
I am more than satisfied with the doctor's office and his team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Dr. Gruber is an excellent physician and is compassionate and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Very Excellent Thank You
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Dr Gruber was the first physician to listen to my concerns and take me seriously. He was respectful and empathetic. I felt hope for my health for the first time in a long time. Even when I was uncomfortable, he was calm and respectful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2025
I was really happy with Dr.Gruber. I was stressed out before my visit and he reassured me, took all the necessary time to explain everything to me . Now I feel much better about the surgery I need . I would definitely recommend Dr Gruber to my family and friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2025
Dr. Gruber, definitely proficient in his specialty field but also Personable, Engaging, and a Good Listener.