Gary S Berger MD, Medical Director of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, is well known for his contributions to clinical medicine as a reproductive surgeon. Patients sometimes ask about Dr. Berger’s education, training, academic credentials, scholarly research and publications.

This is a resume of Dr. Berger’s academic credentials:

ACADEMIC DEGREES

1965 A.B. with Honors
Harvard College
Boston, Massachusetts

1969 M.D.
University of Rochester
Rochester, New York

1976 M.S.P.H.
University of North Carolina
School of Public Health
Chapel Hill, North Carolina

POSTGRADUATE EDUCATION

1969 - 1970 Intern
Department of Internal Medicine
Duke University Hospital
Durham, North Carolina

1970 - 1971 Assistant Resident
Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland

1971 - 1973 Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer
Family Planning Evaluation Program
Bureau of Epidemiology
Centers for Disease Control
U.S. Public Health Service
Atlanta, Georgia

1973 - 1976 Resident
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, North Carolina

ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS

1976 - 1979 Assistant Professor
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC

1980 - 2003 Adjunct Associate Professor
Department of Maternal and Child Health
School of Public Health
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC

1992 - 2003 Clinical Associate Professor
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC

SCHOLARLY PUBLICATIONS

Dr. Berger has published more than 160 peer-reviewed scientific articles in medical journals. He has also authored or edited these medical books:

D.A. Edelman, G.S. Berger and L.G. Keith. Intrauterine Devices and Their Complications. G.K. Hall, 1979.

L.G. Keith, M. Labbok, J. Petty, and G.S. Berger. Postpartum and Postabortal Contraception. Synapse Publications, 1979.

L.G. Keith, D.R. Kent, G.S. Berger, and J.R. Brittain, editors. The Safety of Feliility Control. Springer Publishing Company, 1980.

M. Jackson, G.S. Berger and L.G. Keith. Vaginal Contraception. G.K. Hall, 1980.

L.G. Keith, G.S. Berger and D.A. Edleman, editors. Infections in Reproductive Health: Common Infections. Vol. I, MTP Press Ltd., 1985.

L.G. Keith, G.S. Berger and D.A. Edelman, editors. Infections in Reproductive Health: Uncommon Infections and Special Topics. Vol. II, MTP Press, Ltd., 1986.

M. Bygdeman, G.S. Berger, L.G. Keith, editors. Prostaglandins and Their Inhibitors in Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology. MTP Press, Ltd., 1986.

G.S. Berger, M. Goldstein and M. Fuerst. The Couple’s Guide to Fertility. Doubleday and Company, 1985.

G.S. Berger, L.V. Westrom, editors. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease. Raven Press, 1992.

C. Nezhat, G.S. Berger, V.C. Buttram, and F. Nezhat, editors. Endometriosis: Advanced Management and Surgical Techniques. Springer-Verlag, 1995.

G.S. Berger, M. Goldstein and M. Fuerst. The Couple’s Guide to Fertility, revised edition. Doubleday and Company, 1995.

G.S. Berger, M. Goldstein and M. Fuerst. The Couple’s Guide to Fertility: With the Newest Scientific Techniques to Help You Have a Baby. Broadway Books, 2001.

Dr. Berger - Clinician and Scholar

Dr. Berger’s contributions to reproductive medicine and surgery show that a clinician whose primary responsibility is in the care of individual patients can also be a scholar contributing to academic research. This is the basis of Dr. Berger’s ongoing Tubal Reversal Pregnancy Study that documents and analyzes the clinical outcomes of his patients following tubal reversal surgery.

Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center

Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center is the only medical center exclusively for tubal ligation reversal. Patients travel from all over to have their tubal reversal procedures performed here. After surgery, each patient puts a pin in the map indicating where she is from. The map below shows that people come from all over the country. In fact, patients come here from all over the world.

Why Patients Come Here

Why are people willing to travel so far for a surgical procedure? They tell me it is to get the best outcome that is possible. Most patients have found out about us while doing research about tubal reversal surgery and doctors on the internet. Many have seen “The Operation“ on TV or the free video or dvd that we send out on request. This video gives a real couple’s perspective of the outpatient procedure and how well it works. When it comes to having a very much wanted baby, most people are willing to travel to get the best outcome.

What They Say About Us

To have an idea of what it is like to be one of our patients, read what previous patients have said about their experiences here. There are thousands of comments on various website pages such as About Us and Pregnancy Testimonials. Or visit an independent website such as RateMDs.com. Here are a few of the comments patients have made on this doctors rating site:

“Dr. Berger and his staff were awesome!!!! They were extremely kind and patient, very approachable, and every detail of my surgery and recovery were explained. I only needed pain medication the first night following my surgery and I was able to resume my normal activities the next day. I would highly recommend Dr. Berger to everyone considering tubal reversal surgery. God has granted him the power to make miracles happen.” Shelia TR 06/08/07

“The care I received from Dr. Berger was phenomenal. It was the most professional and compassionate medical experience I have ever had. The follow up care has been just as impressive even now, over a year and a half later. Dr. Berger is the best choice a couple could possibly make.” Julia and Kevin Disorda - Vermont

“Dr. Berger and his staff are just amazing, not only as people but at the work they do. I traveled from California to see Dr. Berger and could not be happier with my decision. I was so pleased with how fast my recovery was and that I had no pain after the surgery. Dr. Berger and staff are there for you whenever you need them, and will make you feel as if you are family.” Sharon Lincoln - California