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Serwa L Ertl, MD
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Serwa L Ertl, MD

Adolescent Medicine

Primary Phone Number
Fax Number
434.244.4412

Additional Locations

Bio & Overview

Serwa L. Ertl, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician and adolescent medicine specialist. She grew up in Branford, Connecticut, and attended undergraduate and medical school at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C.

Ertl returned to Connecticut for residency training at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center in Hartford, and then completed a three-year fellowship in adolescent medicine at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. In 2018, Ertl moved to Charlottesville to join the UVA Teen and Young Adult Health Center.

Ertl is passionate about providing care for vulnerable populations in the community and supporting adolescents and young adults in taking ownership of their health. During her free time, she enjoys hiking with her husband and dog around Charlottesville. She also enjoys baking, traveling and cheering on her favorite basketball team, the Georgetown Hoyas.

Academic Information

Academic Role
Associate Professor
Gender
Female
Languages
English
Age Groups Seen
Adolescents (12-21)
Adults (21-65)
Primary Education
Georgetown University School of Medicine, Office of Academic Records
Residency
Connecticut Children's Medical Center
Fellowships
Children's National Health System
Certification
American Board of Pediatrics (Adolescent Medicine), American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics)
Appointment
Associate Chair of Community Partnerships - UVA Department of Pediatrics

Highlights

Awards

  • UVA Excellence in Public Service Award, 2025

Reviews

42 Patient Satisfaction Ratings

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4.7 Out of 5
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8 Patient Comments

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The Dr was very thorough and listened to all thoughts.
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Dr. Ertl is top notch and you are so lucky to have her! She has such a calming presence and is very thorough with her patients.
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Dr. Ertl was kind & professional she even went out of her way to find a stress toy for me to squeeze during my procedure.
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The doctor was informative, knowledgeable, and caring. She made my daughter feel safe, heard, and seen.
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Dr. Ertl is the best! 10/10 I would give her a higher rating if I could.
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She made sure I understood the process very well and was super sweet to me. Made it easy and super helpful