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Robert Bulat

Robert Bulat, MD, PhD, MSc

Gastroenterology

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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 Robert Bulat

Professional Titles

  • Clinical Director, Neurogastroenterology

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Medicine

Johns Hopkins Physician

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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.

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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
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Expertise

Education

  • Graduate School: McMaster University School of Medicine, PhD, 1997
  • Fellowship: McMaster University School of Medicine, Gastrointestinal Motility, 1997
  • Fellowship: McMaster University School of Medicine, Gastroenterology, 1995
  • Residency: University of Toronto Health, Internal Medicine, 1993
  • Medical Education: McMaster University School of Medicine, MD, 1990
  • Graduate School: McMaster University School of Medicine, 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

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  • 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

4.8 out of 5

79 ratings, 36 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.

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Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    Dr Bulat responds quickly and clearly to all my questions and concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    Very helpful and very concerned and caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Very thorough, well informed about my history cloud plenty of time for me to ask questions and voice my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Dr Bulat and his Fellow reviewed my symptoms thoroughly, offered helpful advice and offered me multiple opportunities to ask questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Very professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    He has a good understanding of my objectives and is flexible to support them

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Incredibly responsive and thinks through your treatment together.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Doctor bulat always listens to me, provides feedback and allows me to make decisions and agrees with me on my feelings when I voice them. He supports me , never talks at me , always listens to what I have to say regarding what I feel is best for my condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Dr Bulat is always kind, knowledgeable, and professional. He is so caring and determined to solve any problems. I have the utmost trust in him. He is definitely an asset to the Hopkins team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Excellent provider who I recommend to lots of people

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    Very thorough, he was already familiar with my case from prior JH records. I gave up on trying to find out what I have, mostly because I was scared...but I feel more confident and reassured now with this Doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    He took the time to review what he knew about me, discussed current issues and provided several paths to better health

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Dr. Bulat Is a very dedicated, caring and amazing physician, if you find yourself to be one of his patients, consider yourself incredibly lucky!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Long term patient of Dr. Bulat. He is always helpful, kind, thoughtful, and provides excellent patient care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/7/2026

    He is a wonderful doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/7/2026

    Dr Bulat and his assistant, [staff], were thorough, took their time, covered a lot of issues, provided necessary tests online and presented a treatment plan to follow and consider. Very good session! Thanks so much!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    Dr Bulat and [staff] were kind, caring, and very knowledgeable and helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/15/2025

    Dr. Bulat is straightforward, thorough, and made me feel confident in my care!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Professional

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    I feel Dr.Bulat is very knowledgeable about my condition but he sometimes talks over me.I feel rushed in the appointment sometimes and that he isn't always ""hearing me"".

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Dr Bulat was terrific.

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

    Very good in all aspects of medical interaction and care.

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

    Please try to start on time or at least notify me of any delays. Also, please try to give more appointment time if possible.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    Very thorough

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Dr. Bulat is a good listener and always informs me of my options for treatment. He's very knowledgeable and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    I trust and am very happy with Dr Bulat. I feel he truly cares about my condition and I feel privileged to have him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/6/2025

    Very attentive

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Dr Bulat is one in a million. I'm so grateful to him for his consideration

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    He is very knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    Dr. Bulat was thorough, friendly, and knowledgeable. He explained everything so we could understand it.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Extremely professional and helpful doctor. He has improved my quality of life over the years living with gastroparesis. He's the reason I'm able to eat food again and work as a full time teacher. Very thankful for him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Please start appointments on time.

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

    Good professional.

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

    Excellent. Answered all questions. Formulated a plan with goals.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/13/2025

    Dr. Bulat and his Fellow physician were excellent and knowledgeable with my mix of conditions. They were the first ones who were able to help me piece things together and come up with a game plan.

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

    Great provider