Summary

Dr. Douglas Gartrell specializes in neurology, psychiatry, and child and adolescent psychiatry, bringing a comprehensive approach to mental health and neurological care. He earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and has dedicated 39 years to helping patients across these interconnected fields. Dr. Gartrell speaks both French and English, allowing him to serve diverse communities.

Dr. Gartrell practices at Sheppard Pratt Hospital locations in Baltimore and Elkridge, Maryland, where he focuses on treating mental health crises and mood disorders in children and teens. He has particular expertise in managing bipolar disorder in young patients. His practice includes diagnostic procedures such as blood tests and imaging studies to support comprehensive care. Patients rate Dr. Gartrell 4.6 out of 5 for his compassionate approach to complex psychiatric and neurological conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 39 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks French, English
  • Duke University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Douglas Mervyn Gartrell has 2 locations

Sheppard Pratt Baltimore Washington Campus

7220 Discovery DrElkridge, MD 21075

Sheppard Pratt Hospital

6501 N Charles StBaltimore, MD 21204

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas Mervyn Gartrell

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Health First Health Plans
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Jai Medical Systems
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice
  • Optima Health
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - Medicare
  • Priority Partners
  • Riverside Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Douglas Mervyn Gartrell has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Douglas Mervyn Gartrell has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Clinical Depression
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Insomnia
  • Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Mental Illness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorder
  • Psychiatry
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Duke University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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Dr. Douglas Gartrell is affiliated with Sheppard Pratt Ellicott City.
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What languages does Dr. Douglas Gartrell speak?
Dr. Douglas Gartrell speaks French and English.
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