Gardia D. Germinal, MD
4.9 out of 5
(254)
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Appointments as soon as: Mon, 8/25
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St. Luke's William Penn Family Practice
Office Hours | |
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Monday | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
Tuesday | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
Wednesday | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
Thursday | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
Friday | 8:00AM - 4:00PM |
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.
Specialties
- Geriatric Medicine
- Family Medicine
Medical School
Aureus University School of Medicine, 2014
Medical School
Xavier University School of Medicine, Aruba, 2009
Residency
St. Luke's Hospital and Health Network, 2017 - 2020
Fellowship
Temple University Hospital, 2020 - 2021
This provider has 74 total patient reviews
“Dr G is the most amazing Dr & explains thoroughly every aspect of my health ! She had a Medical Resident with her that day also ! Great interaction & listen intently! We are very fortunate to have this great Dr & also the staff in that office !”
5/18/2025
“Dr. GERMINAL is by far the one of the best physicians I've ever had the pleasure of working with. She is passionate and very informed of her patients overall wellbeing. Dr. CHIT, 1 encounter and I must say in Dr. Gs, absence id trust her fully with my care.”
5/15/2025
“Dr Germinal is a knowledgeable and experienced physician. Understands my health care issues and identifies appropriate treatment options. She is great!”
5/15/2025
“I like this doctor a lot I thought she was very good in the way she spoke to me. I would like her to be my doctor from now on. Thank you(Name)”
5/10/2025
“I had a good visit, felt always in great hands my doctor knew my history, and we had a conversation about my medication and how that could have effects on my current health concerns, my doctor spoke clear , understandably and gave me a lot of great info and help, made me feel comfortable about what is going on, we agreed on tests and X-rays and where and when and set up follow up, visits and commitment, I would recommend my doctor always, Don't let her go anywhere unless it's upward and I get to have this doctor continue to treat me. Thanks again Doctor”
5/4/2025
“Excellent”
4/30/2025
“Very good office and workers”
4/28/2025
“She took the time to understand my concern, and I wasn't rushed”
4/28/2025
“A good overall experience.”
4/27/2025
“This was the first time that I saw this doctor she and she was amazing! Although she is not my regular provider, I would go see her anytime I was unable to get in with my regular provider”
4/24/2025
“I have been going to Dr. Germinal For quite a few years. She is very professional welcoming, caring at a fabulous listener. I have two friends who also are patients at this practice. We love, Willam Penn Family Practice.”
4/19/2025
“Really appreciate Dr. Germinal. She's smart, compassionate, knowledgeable, professional.”
4/14/2025
“Dr. G. GERMINAL is the BEST”
4/11/2025
“Dr Germinal is by far one of the best doctors I know”
4/10/2025
“Dr Germinal was wonderful Her bedside manner was exceptional”
4/8/2025
“Thankful for help to be better. Show kindness, helpful, & concerned abour my care.”
4/5/2025
“Dr. Germinal is a very consciousness Doctor and always listens intently with a desire to help me no matter the seriousness of my visit.”
4/3/2025
“I am 85 and this is the best Dr. I ever had. I am not afraid to talk to her. She is fun, gentle and understanding.”
4/2/2025
“Excellent Health Care! Very knowledgeable, courteous, and professional.”
3/30/2025
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“Excellent doctor. Never rush.”
5/18/2025