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Dr. Paul Derber, MD

Dr. Paul Derber, MD

Internal Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Derber, MD is an internist in Virginia Beach, VA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara Princess Anne Hospital and Sentara Leigh Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

1168 First Colonial Rd Ste 201 Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Derber specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Derber's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Derber

4.3
18 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
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1 star
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Knowledgeable and dedicated
I have recommended Dr. Derber to several people who have found him helpful, patient and a good listener. But, if you don’t like a doctor with a sense of humor, don’t go to him. He has helped us to research and solve medical issues.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 30, 2024
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No empathy!
Dr. Derber is cold, dismissive and lack of empathy. Very superficial in his diagnosis. Lacks experience.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 05, 2023
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Wonderful Doctor!
Dr Derber is an excellent physician. Very knowledgeable and extremely thorough. Great sense of humor!!! Highly recommend him….
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Wanda Matthews – Feb 28, 2022
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I have recommended Dr. Derber to several people who are as pleased as I have been. He is intelligent and thorough. He is willing to research to find the best medication. He is kind and has a zany wit. I highly recommend this physician as it is rare to find one who remember his oath to "First do no harm". I am finicky when it comes to physicians because my father was an outstanding MD and I do not put out a recommendation lightly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Betsy W. DiPilato – Nov 16, 2019
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I took my 90 year old mother in law to Dr. Derber and was pleasantly surprised at how thorough he was and how pleasant his demeanor. He seemed to genuinely care about her and listened attentively.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Julie L in Virginia Beach, VA – Dec 18, 2018
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I had loved going to see Dr. Paul Derber for the last 4 yrs even though it takes 3/4 hr to get to his office. His bedside manner is so personable and he has always maintained a positive outlook even when presenting me with some bad news. Anyway, I have had to reschedule appts over the 4 years due to a varing work schedules. 2 weeks ago, I was on my way to an appt and informed the office I was running 10 min late. They rescheduled me for today where I was told I am discharged as his patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
5 others found this helpful
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Sandra Kennedy in Virginia Beach – May 09, 2017
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Dr. Derber has been open to my attempts to address issues as they arise without jumping on use of medication as the only way to manage issues. I feel he respects my ability to manage my health but would be willing to let me know if I was becoming too stubborn. This is the kind of relationship I truly value with my physicians.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
Virginia Beach, VA – Mar 09, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Paul Derber, MD is an internist in Virginia Beach, VA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara Princess Anne...read more
  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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  • English

  • French

Locations

Practice

Office1168 First Colonial Rd Ste 201 Virginia Beach, VA 23454
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Practice

Office1168 First Colonial Rd Ste 101 Virginia Beach, VA 23454
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Office2088 S Independence Blvd Ste 103 Virginia Beach, VA 23453
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sentara Princess Anne Hospital

    2025 Glenn Mitchell Dr
    Virginia Beach, VA 23456
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

    600 Gresham Dr
    Norfolk, VA 23507
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sentara Leigh Hospital

    830 Kempsville Rd
    Norfolk, VA 23502
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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