Dr Joshua M. Sternbach, MD | San Francisco, CA | Pulmonology

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Dr. Joshua Sternbach specializes in pulmonology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of lung and respiratory conditions. They completed medical school at George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences and went on to complete residency training at Stanford University School of Medicine. With 18 years of experience in the field, Dr. Sternbach brings extensive expertise to patient care. They are fluent in Chinese, Spanish, and English.

Dr. Sternbach practices at multiple locations including Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Alta Bates Campus, CPMC Van Ness Campus, and California Pacific Medical Center Mission Bernal Campus in San Francisco, California. They treat patients with respiratory failure and sleep apnea, conditions that can significantly impact breathing and quality of life. Dr. Sternbach performs chest imaging studies and specialized procedures like therapeutic hypothermia when medically appropriate. Patients have given them an average rating of 4.4 out of …5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.4

8 Ratings
18 years of experience
40 insurance plans accepted
speaks Chinese, Spanish, English
Stanford University School Of Medicine
5 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
3 hospital affiliations
1 office location

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Iwas referred to Dr. Joshua Sternbach for my Sleep Apnea Sleep Disorder and I could not have found a better doctor. He is thorough, very communicative, highly competent and also a very friendly and down to earth person. I would give him 10 stars if I could. I would highly recommend anyone to him for their sleep disorder or pulmonary needs.

August 29th, 2019

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Dr. Sternbach is an excellent Pulmonolgist who truly cares about his patients. A true professional he always comes to the visit prepared by reviewing his notes. I have never had a Dr. call me the same day with results from a scan as Dr. Sternbach did. He doesn't give up and seems to welcome a challenge. I appreciate his thoroughness and warm bed side manner.

May 31st, 2019

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I was probably one of Joshs' first "pretend " [patients because I was his nanny when he was only two- three yrs old. He knew then he wanted to be a doctor and had a little doctors' white coat and a step a scope as he called it. He would listen to my heart. He was a smart. loving caring boy and I adored him. I am not surprised that he is now a special caring adult and a special doctor. I have not seen him in years and live in Az now at the age of 73. I would love to see him in person and visit with him . He probably would not remember me. He looks like his father who is also a doctor. I remember and have a photo of them when we went trick or treating and Josh dressed as a doctor of course , I have many fond memories and photos of Josh and his sister Becky. I am so proud of him. Glad to have been a part of his growing up. If you want a great doctor, I am sure he is exceptional! I am Jane L Bates.

April 24th, 2019

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Dr. Sternbach projects an excellent bedside manner in that he thoroughly empathizes with not only the patient but also the patient's family members. He is a kind, analytical yet humorous and friendly person as well. Thus, he's a very rare type of doctor to find nowadays. So glad he was the hospital's pulmonary expert during my mother's stay. Highly recommended.

May 16th, 2017

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Outstanding.

February 16th, 2010

Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

1100 Van Ness Ave Ste 1005San Francisco, CA 94109

Tel: (415) 923-3421

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr Joshua M. Sternbach, MD	Dr. Tushar Desai, MD	Dr. Andrew Sweatt, MD	Dr. Roham Zamanian, MD
Pulmonology	Pulmonology	Pulmonology	Pulmonology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (8 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.3 (8 Ratings)
18 Years of Experience	32 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, Spanish, English	Speaks English
San Francisco , CA	Stanford , CA	Emeryville , CA	Stanford , CA
Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences	Med School: TUFTS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE	Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine	Med School: UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IRVINE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Which hospitals is Dr Joshua Sternbach affiliated with?: Dr Joshua Sternbach is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Alta Bates Campus, Cpmc Van Ness Campus, and California Pacific Medical Center Mission Bernal Campus.
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Where is Dr Joshua Sternbach's office located?: Dr Joshua Sternbach's office is located at 1100 Van Ness Ave Ste 1005, San Francisco, CA, 94109.

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