Dr. Viral D. Gala, MD | California, MD | Pediatrics

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Dr. Viral D Gala is a pediatrician practicing at MedStar Health in California, Maryland. Specializing in pediatrics, Dr. Gala is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for children and adolescents. Patients can find Dr. Gala at 22590 Shady Court in California, Maryland, where they receive expert pediatric services in a supportive environment.

accepting new patients
4.5

11 Ratings
27 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
7 written reviews
1 award
1 specialty
5 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
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Dr. Gala always takes the time to listen to my concerns about my child's health. He asks questions to better understand my concerns and includes me in decisions regarding his care. He is attentive and takes my concerns or feelings in consideration always. I always recommend him to others. He's one of the best!

December 9th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I have been taking my son to Dr Gala for the last 13 years. Dr Gala and his nursing staff have always been great with explaining treatment options, benefits of treatment, and he hears the concerns of myself and my child.

October 24th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Good job.

August 19th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Gala was fantastic! He made my child feel comfortable and welcomed as it was their first visit with the provider. Dr Gala listened to our history regarding the illness we were seen for, and made plans of care with us, while taking consideration of what myself and my child were comfortable with and making sure we understood everything.

October 30th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Gala is the best and always helps me understand what is going on with my child.

February 1st, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Gala was once an amazing doctor. I'm not sure what has happened, but he is simply not the same caring, understanding and compassionate doctor he was when I first started taking my son there as an infant

November 3rd, 2022 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Gala is great.

September 9th, 2022 | Source: Partner

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22590 Shady CtCalifornia, MD 20619

Tel: (301) 373-7900

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Dr. Viral D Gala, MD	Dr. Patricia Pinaya Walters	Dr. Andrea Christine Loeffert	Dr. Alanna Janine Albano
Pediatrics	Pediatrics	Pediatrics	Pediatrics
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (11 Ratings)	4.3 (6 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4 (2 Ratings)
	27 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience	17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
California , MD	Franklin , TN	Franklin , TN	Franklin , TN
	Med School: Universidad Mayor Real San Francisco Xavier de Chuquisaca	Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Bradenton, FL campus	Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Bradenton, FL campus
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Which hospitals is Dr. Viral Gala affiliated with?: Dr. Viral Gala is affiliated with Medstar Saint Marys Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Viral Gala speak?: Dr. Viral Gala speaks English.
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