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Gardia D. Germinal, MD

4.9
Geriatric Medicine, Family Medicine
484-503-2424

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St. Luke's William Penn Family Practice
4379 Easton Avenue
Suite 100
Bethlehem, PA 18020
484-503-2424
866-865-0916

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About Me

My philosophy is to treat the patient, not just the disease. For instance, many five-year-olds are involved in imaginary play. I took it a step further by creating an office-based clinic where medical services were provided to "Malibu Barbie" and "Mr. Snuggles."  Over the years, the fascination grew, and my exposure to medicine instilled the desire to pursue a career in primary care.

Although I now see diverse health-related needs, my interests are in geriatric conditions and women’s health. I try to provide specialized care to align with the physiologic aging process and provide emotional support to patients and caregivers. I am trained to assess fall risks, perform standard cognitive evaluations, and address polypharmacy. I also manage your bread-and-butter conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, and thyroid disease.

In 2014, I earned my medical degree from Aureus University School of Medicine in Aruba and later completed my family medicine residency at St. Luke’s University Health Network. The pursuit for knowledge continued as I ventured down to Philadelphia, where I did a fellowship in geriatrics at Temple University Hospital/Crozer-Chester Health. I returned back to St. Luke’s, where I now do outpatient medicine.

Outside of medicine, I enjoy traveling, kayaking, spending quality time with my family and indulging in the local cuisines.

 

 

Education

Aureus University School of Medicine, 2014
Xavier University School of Medicine, Aruba, 2009
St. Luke's Hospital and Health Network, 2017 - 2020
Temple University Hospital, 2020 - 2021

Ratings & Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions from our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of St. Luke’s University Health Network.

 

Overall Score

4.9 out of 5
219 ratings , 78 reviews

Patient Reviews

09/28/2024
My experience with Dr Germinal and the office staff is great.I am seen on time and she listens to my concerns.I would recommend Dr Germinal and her staff to anyone.She is very professional and great personality.

09/27/2024
Excellent visit with Dr.Germinal as always!

09/20/2024
Exceptional people at the office of Gardia D Germinal, MD

08/29/2024
Completely satisfied with Gardia D Germinal, MD this visit

08/23/2024
Dr. Germinal and the office staff are fantastic. Everytime I have a visit, everything is addressed and taken care of. Follow ups are always in the schedule. More then happy with this office. Dr. Germinal is the best.

08/13/2024
I was extremely pleased with my visit. Dr. Germani is a wonderful physician. Very attentive and caring. I am extremely happy with her.

08/10/2024
This provide Gardia D Germinal, MD was excellent. She spend 45 minutes going over everything. Never spoke with receptionist

08/10/2024
What I really like about this doctor Gardia D Germinal, MD is she has a way of explaining your health issues in a simple way that is easy to understand.

08/08/2024
Dr. Germinal is the best primary care doctor I've ever had.

08/08/2024
She's the best Gardia D Germinal, MD

07/30/2024
Dr. Germinal is wonderful! I would recommend her to anyone!

07/30/2024
I had a different PCP and a pt recommended Dr. Germinal. THE BEST DECISION I EVER MADE. Great compassion and cares for all patients.

07/28/2024
Dr Germinal is the BEST ! I am so thankful I found a PC that my child is comfortable with . She spends so much time listening and caring for my daughter . Dr Germinal's med tech Luwan is AWSOME ! We love seeing her whenever we return to the office ! Great practice ! I highly recommend !

07/23/2024
Dr. Germinal and the Staff are excellent care givers.

07/17/2024
Dr. Germinal always listens to what you say & does not rush you. Good & thoughtful listener & discusses all with you.

07/16/2024
Dr G is very compassionate about her patients & explains thoroughly. She is one of the best primary care doctors I've seen.

07/14/2024
Dr Germinal was attentive and listened to my concerns and took time with me. Her medical assistant was also very friendly and kind.

07/08/2024
Dr G is so compassionate about her patients! She is wonderful with his dementia mind & she took the time to look at a cyst in his groin area & assured the patient she could remove it at this visit!She followed up with a phone call about the pathologist report ! She also saw the patient 2 additional visits after the 6/12 visit !Your staff are excellent they helped walk me through sending a photo on my chart !Excellent Practice & Caring staff

07/08/2024
My visit was excellent with the doctor Germinal so I have no complaints. But I do have a concern about all the surveys that you want us to do every time we have a visit or take test. The surveys are too time-consuming and are asking questions that most people with common sense would complain about if there was a concern or stop going to that doctor. I know I'm not the only person who is tired of these surveys. I suggest that surveys are done once a year or ask two questions on the survey (How was your visit? Do you have any concerns?) only.

07/08/2024
The provider Gardia D Germinal, MD was well acquainted with my medical history and asked appropriate questions. She was very thorough in providing my care. She help me to understand my cardiology issues and was very gentle with the care of my incision. She made me feel comfortable with her from the start to the end of the visit even though my only previous encounter with her was through Zoom on a visit during the pandemic. I would be happy to receive care from her anytime.

06/29/2024
Dr Germinal is wonderful,she listens to your needs and questions.My visits were on time,no wait and checked in on line.I recently had 2 visits with Dr Germinal and will continue to have her as my provider.

06/29/2024
Dr. G listened carefully and gave me an examination. She knew exactly how to proceed with treatment.

06/26/2024
Very good experience/visit

06/24/2024
Overall experience was very good as always with Doctor and staff

06/23/2024
This Doctor and her office are awesome. In all my 84 yrs I never had such good care and information. Thank you St. Luke's.

06/22/2024
Very good

06/15/2024
Dr Germinal is a caring and thorough physician. I would definitely recommend her to my family and friends. She is very sweet

06/13/2024
Dr. G was very open and interested in my being there. She explained everything fully and made sure I understood.

06/08/2024
My experience with St. Luke's physicians has been positive In all respects.

05/27/2024
Dr. Germinal is exceptional. She is prepared for appointments. She's read the patient's chart In advance. She asks good questions. She listens well to patient questions and concerns and responds knowledgeably and helpfully. She takes her time and doesn't make the patient feel rushed. I love her. That is all! :-)

05/24/2024
I've been seeing Dr. Germinal for approximately 2 years. I feel confident in her knowledge and she is listens to me and more over pays attention to what I say. I'm extremely happy with her as my doctor and recommend her to others.

05/18/2024
This practice is run extremely well. I am happy with the care Dr. Germinal gives me.

05/18/2024
Experiences were the best!

05/17/2024
I highly recommend Dr. Germinal! She is thoughtful, thorough and supportive of your needs and concerns!

05/14/2024
Dr Germinal always takes her time to explain issue. Very caring person. Great personality! Always makes me feel comfortable.

05/06/2024
Made me feel very comfortable and was very easy to talk with

05/04/2024
Always very professional. From the time you walk in the door until you leave, the care is nothing short of excellent.

05/01/2024
Dr Germinal has been the best . Very attentive and informative .

04/20/2024
Dr. Germinal is a very nice person and takes all the time that is needed to address your needs

04/18/2024
This was my first time meeting Dr. Gardia Germinal. She was quite pleasant and exhibited a respectful and courteous manner.

04/08/2024
Love Dr. Germinal! She's smart, knowledgeable, compassionate, and an excellent listener. She explains everything carefully and listens to my concerns. The rest of the office staff is equally professional and kind.

04/08/2024
GREAT PCP.

04/06/2024
Wonderful Dr amazing experience always and thank you

04/06/2024
Had a wonderful experience with Dr Germinal . She was very helpful with the medical clearance in preparation for my eye surgery.

04/04/2024
I was not feeling well and The office staff was very helpful in getting me an appointment quickly. I had my first visit with Dr Germimal. Dr Germinal was caring, friendly, and helpful during my visit. She made me feel comfortable and had the office contact me as a follow up.

04/03/2024
Love Dr. Germinal! I can't say enough good things about her. I have recommended her to any of my friends looking for a new primary care physician. She always takes the time to listen to your concerns and it never feels rushed. She is a keeper!

04/03/2024
Dr G is very knowledgeable & makes the patient feelComfortable and listens to what you say

04/03/2024
Very good in every respect, and she called me later with further information.

02/18/2024
On time and professional

02/17/2024
Fantastic Doctor. Great communication skills.

02/11/2024
This office is efficient

02/09/2024
Everyone is very kind and helpful and I felt comfortable.

02/07/2024
Excellent service and great job and advice from the doctor.

02/04/2024
Dr. G is fantastic She is very caring You can that she loves her patience. Listen to all my concerns very attentive. I am so happy with my new primary doctor.

02/04/2024
This was my first visit with Dr. Germinal, as I was a patient of a provider who is no longer with St. Luke's. I was able to get an appointment right away. Moving forward, I am looking forward to working with Dr. Germinal about my overall health. She was very thorough, friendly and professional at all times. Thank you.

01/30/2024
She is a wonderful doctor I actually drive further to go see her instead of picking a doctor closer to home. She takes her time with you she listens and she's fantastic!

01/30/2024
Every one is wonderful

01/29/2024
I'm very appreciated my provider, she makes me comfortable with her to explain my health problem,so that's make me feel comfortable for next visit. She is a really great Doctor .

01/29/2024
Dr. Germinal is an awesome doctor! She goes out of way answers all of your questions or concerns. I drive a junky car and drive half an away (about) just to see her.

01/27/2024
I love my doctor she is the best doctor I have ever had!!!

01/25/2024
Very good

01/23/2024
Dr Germinal is thorough and makes me feel confident about the treatment prescribed. Communicates very well and is easy to share information with.

01/20/2024
My family doctor at this facility for many years left. I read good reviews on Doctor Germinal and made my yearly appointment with her. She was very thorough and patient. I asked a lot of questions and talked about a lot of things to get her caught up with me. She will be a GREAT for me.

01/19/2024
I was really under the weather and wm Penn family gave me an appt within 25 min. YOU can't even go to a walking and get that fast a service. Best doctors around in this group. I will never change!! And they listen to everything you say. They really care about you and that is rare to find anymore.i trust them with my life!

12/30/2023
This was my first video visit and it went well.

12/25/2023
This doctor is the best. I am 84 and in the past most of my doctors have been male and completely unacceptable for various reasons and have turned me off to ANY male Drs. Dr. Germinal knows exactly what to do, how to act . And how to respond to my concerns. Thank you for her.

12/21/2023
The time and patience given to me was exceptional

12/17/2023
First time seeing Dr.Germinal everything went well.

12/17/2023
Dr G is exceptional Dr . Having to change from Dr Cimerolli was a great transition! Very thorough & very good Dr

12/01/2023
Dr. Germinal was very thorough going over everything.

11/30/2023
I LOVED Dr G!! I've been waiting for a dr like her my entire life! Compassionate, listened, respectful, and knowledgeable about current trends and background info

11/20/2023
Doctor Germinal is pleasant, competent, thorough.

11/17/2023
Dr was very professional

11/14/2023
Wm. Penn Family Practice is wonderful from the time you enter to time you leave. They are all awesome I was sad when Dr. (Name) left but Dr. Germinal is just as compassion and a really attentive dr. I am so pleased with my 2 visits with Dr. Germinal.

11/12/2023
Very pleased with Dr. Germinal!

11/09/2023
Interacting with people who enjoy what they're doing is always a pleasure. The entire team consistently greeted me with a smile, and everyone in the office was upbeat and professional. I look forward to a long and fruitful relationship with my new GP.

11/05/2023
Very thorough, continuing care

11/03/2023
I am so pleased I have another Dr that is as thorough as my previous Dr. I am very impressed with Dr. Germinal & her strong interest in her patients & so encouraging!