Dr. Matthew Howard Dahnke, MD

Dr. Matthew Dahnke is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing three decades of clinical experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health, establishing a strong foundation for his comprehensive approach to internal medicine. His expertise spans the full spectrum of adult medical conditions, with particular focus on hospitalized patients requiring specialized inpatient care. Dr. Dahnke is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Dahnke practices at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, with locations at both the Alta Bates Campus in Berkeley and the Summit Campus in Oakland. He has extensive experience treating high blood pressure, including severe cases requiring immediate medical attention. His clinical skills include managing complex therapeutic treatments and providing compassionate end-of-life care …when patients and families face difficult decisions about life-prolonging treatments. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.