Dr. Robert Kruger, MD

Dr. Robert Kruger, MD

Primary Care Doctor
409.4 mi · 2300 M St. NW, Suite 910, Washington, DC 20037

At a glance

4.90 stars (116 reviews)
98% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 13 insurances
Adventist Health, Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of Cincinnati, Doctor of Medicine
Works at GWMFA Department of Medicine
4.90
116 reviews
Bedside manner
4.9
Wait time
4.5

Recent reviews

Dr. Kruger is my go-to doctor - he is prompt, professional, and genuinely cares about his patients. I always know he is listening and wants to make sure I am heard. He is truly a great provider, I trust him implicitly, and I cannot recommend him enough.
Verified patient
I felt that Dr. Kruger asked important questions of me and of my health history and got to know me in that way.

Office location

GWMFA Department of Medicine
409.4 mi · 2300 M St. NW, Suite 910, Washington, DC, 20037

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Chronic kidney disease
Chronic diabetes
High cholesterol
Osteoporosis
Chronic anemia
Chronic high blood pressure
Chronic kidney disease
Chronic diabetes
High cholesterol
Osteoporosis

More about Dr. Robert Kruger, MD

If you are experiencing shortness of breath, chest pain or any other emergency, please call 911. Dr. Robert Kruger is a caring and interested primary care doctor serving the community of Washington, DC. Dr. Kruger attended the University of Cincinnati, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of California, Davis. He also completed his fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at Washington University, St. Louis and Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Dr. Kruger is a part of GWMFA Department of Medicine and is affiliated with The George Washington University Hospital in Washington, DC. He is board certified in internal medicine, critical care medicine, and pulmonary disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Patients see Dr. Kruger for a variety of reasons, including illness. He is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American College of Chest Physicians. Dr. Kruger is dedicated to helping patients receive the treatment they need so they can enjoy a positive and fulfilling lifestyle.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - University of Cincinnati, Doctor of Medicine
University of California, Davis, Residency in Internal Medicine
Washington University, St. Louis, Fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine

Practice

GWMFA Department of Medicine

Affiliation

The George Washington University Hospital

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine
Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine)
Pulmonary Disease (Internal Medicine)

Professional memberships

American College of Physicians
American College of Chest Physicians

Awards and publications

He has been recognized by Washington Consumers’ Checkbook as a Top-Rated Primary Care Physician.

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1497748701

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.90
Wait time
4.46
Bedside manner
4.87
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116 reviews
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Kind, thoughtful doctor who listened carefully to my concerns and made me feel comfortable. Would highly recommend!
Verified patient
Dr Kruger is professional and approachable-- easy to talk to. He has keen insight and takes time to discuss options.
Dr. Kruger was great! He did a thorough exam and answered all my questions. I'd definitely go back to see him again.
I felt that Dr. Kruger asked important questions of me and of my health history and got to know me in that way.
It was excellent. He was very professional, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to. I'm glad I found Dr. Kruger.
Got an appointment for an acute issue very quickly...appointment was very efficient. Very satisfied.
Verified patient
He listens, is thoughtful in responses, and takes his time with patients. One cannot ask for more.
Verified patient
Dr. Kruger is great. He asks lots of questions and tries to get to the root of a problem.
Very perceptive, friendly, and the appointment was begun and finished in a timely manner.
Verified patient
The reviews are right. Dr. Kruger is the primary doctor I've been looking for!
Verified patient
I feel that Dr. Kruger is excellent doctor. I would recommend him to anyone.
Very competent and greatly appreciated his thoughtful care and attention.
Great customer service all around. Very reliable and competent Doctor
Verified patient
Got same-day appointment; very little wait time and excellent doctor.
Verified patient
Dr. Kruger is my go-to doctor - he is prompt, professional, and genuinely cares about his patients. I always know he is listening and wants to make sure I am heard. He is truly a great provider, I trust him implicitly, and I cannot recommend him enough.
Verified patient
Great doctor. Very thorough.
Verified patient
Dr. Kruger is an excellent physician. He spends lots of time, asks lots of questions, and is very thorough. At the same time he is direct, and also knows when to ask for specialist help.
Verified patient
He's just a very good doctor.
Outstanding doctor. Very highly recommended.
Verified patient
Dr. Kruger is kind, knowledgeable, and thorough.
To the point, attentive, assuring.
Dr Kruger himself is good, the wait times at the office are not. Would recommend him as a general physician though, and his responses to questions using the online portal are usually great.
Verified patient
Dr Kruger was great but when I showed up for my 1030a appointment I was told it was actually at 1045a. I did not get to see the doctor until 1130a.
PERFECT
Dr. Kruger is extremely attentive and sensitive to patient's needs. He is thorough and precise. He explains things easily and it a fantastic listener. He is caring and compassionate. I am thrilled to have him as my physician.
I was seen by the doctor before I could even finish filling out the intake form! Dr. Kruger was attentive, efficient, and friendly—all I can ask for in a doctor.
Very professional, courteous and kind.
I greatly appreciate Dr. Kruger's expert care and skill. He and his staff are highly professional and courteous, including genuine apologies for the unexpected extra wait for my appointment. Most importantly, Dr. Kruger caught some subtle potentially significant health issues in his thorough exam, and he has provided quick detailed follow up and advice to me. I am very fortunate to have become a new patient of Dr. Kruger.
Dr. Kruger was very friendly and conscientious. He took his time and was very willing to discuss any questions I had. I will certainly continue visiting Dr. Kruger in the future as my primary care doctor.
He shows a lack of empathy and compassion. I felt rushed and did not really feel that I was listened to. He let me know up front the constraints and time he had with me. Completed lab work and my results showed that I was alittle over normal range, but he did not offer any advice I can reduce my level through diet or supplement. He provided no education. Very cold and somber.
Verified patient
I felt rush and did sense a real concern for the things I was concerned with. Coming to a new Dr and having to wait about 3 mos to see him just get "Im only doing certain blood work because this a 30minute consultant" turned me off. My family also visited with him and felt his lack concern and was very sassy. This Dr. even forgot to give me a a major referral that I asked for.
Verified patient
Dr. Krueger was fantastic. He took the time to talk to me about my medical history and current concerns. He gave great advice, recommendations and was overall just a nice person.
Verified patient
He is an able, caring physician.
Verified patient
This was my first visit with Dr. Kruger and I was very, very pleased. I have an extensive medical history and it was clear he had read my charts before my appointment. He listened patiently and alertly to my concerns, never rushing me and asking pertinent follow on questions. He was very clear in his comments and guidance to me and in discussing the path forward. He took the time to answer my follow on questions clearly and to my satisfaction without ever once making me feel I was imposing on his time. It's my experience that doctors like Dr. Kruger are rare these days and when you find one you feel you have struck gold. I struck gold.
Verified patient
I've been looking for a primary care physician (not urgent care doctors who pretend to be primary care) and I think I've found him. Dr. Kruger was excellent. Very friendly but also professional and reassuring. He is very thorough at taking down your information and asking questions and listens to everything you have to say. He also does a thorough examine and makes you feel like he takes your health seriously--because he obviously does. The logistics of the appointment were also great. The woman at the check-out counter could have been friendlier, as well as the nurse assistant who checked me into the examining room, but everyone else was very nice. The lab on the ground floor where you get sent for blood work is a little sketchy, but even with one person on duty, they move people through quickly enough.
Makes you feel comfortable when you're in the office. Gets down to business very quickly. Speaks clearly and in ways that are easy to communicate.
Verified patient
Dr. Kruger is amazing! I have been working with him since 2008 when my bronchitis landed me in the ER. He was referred to me by the ER doctor and I have never looked back. He is one of the very few doctors who listens, who tries to understand the whole picture, and who genuinely wants to help you. My favorite thing is that he will investigate thoroughly as opposed to dismissing your claims or just making a diagnosis without the facts. He is, by far, the best doctor that I have ever had!
Verified patient
I arrived early and the doctor saw me early. Very focused, asked a lot of questions. Took my concerns seriously and addressed them.
Verified patient
Professional,kind ,the Best.
Verified patient
I thought Dr. Kruger was very professional, personable, and also sensitive to my needs, and I left the appointment feeling great.
Verified patient
Dr. Kruger took the time to gather information about myself and examine me. I was going to get established with a new doctor and even though I was not scheduled for a physical he did much of that during this appointment so we'll only have to finish a little of it in a future visit. He had done some lab work and while they sent me a copy of the report via mail he also called to talk to me about some of the results. From what I can tell so far he will be a good doctor.
Verified patient
This was my second visit and due to the weather today I was told the doctor arrived late and was behind. He must have caught up because it didn't take long to get into a room and then for him to come in. I like the fact that he listens to what I have to say and doesn't shoot it down right away as some doctors do. He is good about taking notes and making sure he understands what you're explaining if he's not sure or it is complicated. I was in for pneumonia (originally diagnosed at an urgent care, this was a follow-up) and we came to a good plan together and he made sure I knew to call if I got worse.
Verified patient
Very friendly and made the appointment comfortable. Covered all the issues efficiently but double-checked blood pressure after nurse reported it was a bit high- turned out it was just doctor's office jitters.
Verified patient
Just started with Dr. Kruger. Went in for annual physical and he did a very good job. Took his time and covered all the bases and answered all my questions. Making an appointment was easy and I was seen right on schedule, no waiting in the lobby or the examination room.
Verified patient
I had a great visit with Dr. Kruger. He is very thorough and attentive. I had a fairly long wait afterwards, however, waiting for my vaccines. I think they forgot I was there.
Verified patient
Very nice and professional physician!
Verified patient
Very professional. Only a 5-minute wait time. Was willing to answer questions and discuss my general health. Had a resident with him, who was also professional. Highly recommended.
Verified patient
Extremely knowledgeable in his field. Dr. Kruger was aptly able to evaluate my symptoms and state what the underlying cause may be. He was responsible enough to not say more than his expertise allows and triage me to a specialist instead.
I would highly recommend Dr. Kruger.
Overall my experience with Dr. Kruger was great. This was my first visit with him and there was an emergency in the office all of his patients scheduled times were late. His staff kept everyone informed about the delay. But overall very good experience.
Verified patient
Frequently asked questions

Which hospital is Dr. Robert Kruger affiliated with?

Dr. Robert Kruger is affiliated with The George Washington University Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Robert Kruger work with?

Dr. Robert Kruger works with GWMFA Department of Medicine.

Where is Dr. Robert Kruger's office located?

Dr. Robert Kruger's office is located at 2300 M St. NW, Washington, DC 20037.

Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Kruger have?

Dr. Robert Kruger is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine, Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine), and Pulmonary Disease (Internal Medicine).

What languages does Dr. Robert Kruger speak?

Dr. Robert Kruger speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Robert Kruger in reviews?

116 patients have reviewed Dr. Robert Kruger. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.9/5. They have a 4.87/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.46/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

Robert Kruger does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time.