Dr. Sara S. Pinkel, MD | San Jose, CA | Internal Medicine

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Dr. Sara Pinkel specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with a wide range of health conditions. She earned her medical degree from Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. With 36 years of experience in practice, Dr. Pinkel brings extensive knowledge to her patient care. She is fluent in Vietnamese and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse communities in their preferred languages.

Dr. Pinkel practices at multiple locations throughout San Jose, California, including Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and O'Connor Hospital. She focuses on treating conditions such as joint pain and urinary incontinence in both men and women. Her approach includes physical therapy guidance and comprehensive metabolic testing to evaluate overall health. Patients have given Dr. Pinkel an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, reflecting their satisfaction with her care and expertise.

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accepting new patients
4.6

9 Ratings
36 years of experience
speaks Vietnamese, Spanish
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
5 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Female

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Dr Pinkel has been my doctor over 17 years! She is always catching conditions before they become severe . She cares about all her patients!!

August 8th, 2023

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I have been going to Dr. pinjel for over 10 yrs now and dhe is the greatest. She knows all my needs and if there is something wrong thst dhe sees in my lsb yests she notifies me right away. Ehich i really like sbout her. She getd to know you personally and doesnt dugsr coat anythong. Dhe tells you straight forwatd and the way it is

September 20th, 2016

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Diagnose hidden conditions masked by mutlple medical conditions. Complexing new pain seperate out from other mediical conditions run test confirming diagnoses, quicker solutions, ermerge better. Medical plan to eliminate multiple conditions, purposeful life plan, and oneself is important.

September 30th, 2014

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I trust Dr Pinkel, she is very caring and so easy to talk to. She goes out of her way to understand what is going on with you and she makes sure youunderstand the treatment plan

April 15th, 2012

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Although the wait time to get an appointment and in the waiting room can be a bit long, it is with good reason. Dr. Pinkel is extremely thorough and if the answer is not readily available, she will research it right there, with me. If there is any problem or concern, she will call me at home to check on me or to recommend a test, new medication or a return visit. If I have any questions or concerns, she is quick to return my call and discuss them. After years of having residents treat my multiple conditions as though they were all in my head, it has been a blessing to have a doctor that listens and cares.

May 3rd, 2011

Valley Health Center Tully

500 Tully RdSan Jose, CA 95111

Tel: (408) 817-1433

Mon7:30 am - 9:00 pm

Tue7:30 am - 9:00 pm

Wed7:30 am - 9:00 pm

Thu7:30 am - 9:00 pm

Fri7:30 am - 9:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

751 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95128

Tel: (408) 885-5000

Oconnor Hospital

2105 Forest AveSan Jose, CA 95128

Tel: (408) 947-2500


Dr. Sara Suzanne Pinkel, MD	Dr. Adama Diarra, DO	Dr. Alaa Hajal, MD	Dr. Daniel Benhuri, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (9 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
36 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Vietnamese, Spanish	Speaks English, French, Bambara		Speaks English
San Jose , CA	Tigard , OR	Diamond Bar , CA	Beverly Hills , CA
Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine	Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

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Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

Medical School

Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of MedicineGraduated in 1990

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