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Dr. Kathryn Drinkard, MD

Internal Medicine*
4.7 (12)
Map Pin Small Berkeley, CA
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Kathryn Drinkard, MD

Dr. Kathryn Drinkard, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Berkeley, CA. They specialize in Internal Medicine, has 34 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from University of California at Berkeley and is affiliated with Stanford Health Care, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center-Alta Bates Campus and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Drinkard an average 4.7 star rating.

Dr. Drinkard works at Practice in Berkeley, CA with other offices in San Francisco, CA. They frequently treat conditions like All Headaches (incl. Migraine) and Limb Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of California as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Drinkard's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Selena Ellis M.d.
    3000 Colby St Ste 101, Berkeley, CA 94705 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (510) 848-7977
  2. 2
    Bay West Family Healthcare Medical Group Inc
    1580 Valencia St Ste 201, San Francisco, CA 94110 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (415) 550-0811

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  • Stanford Health Care
  • Alta Bates Summit Medical Center-Alta Bates Campus
  • Alta Bates Summit Medical Center

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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Limb Pain
Wellness Examination
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Limb Pain
Wellness Examination

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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Limb Pain
Wellness Examination
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Constipation
Joint Pain
Nausea
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Pharyngitis
Shortness of Breath
Urinary Incontinence
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Immunization Administration
Abdominal Pain
Achilles Tendinitis
Acne
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Bladder Atony
Breast Pain
Bronchitis
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Cold Sore
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Foot Infection
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypothyroidism
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leukocytopenia
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail Infection
Neurogenic Bladder
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Pollen Allergy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Radiculopathy
Restless Leg Syndrome
Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Diabetes Counseling
Smoking Cessation Counseling
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    About Dr. Kathryn Drinkard, MD

    Specialties*
    • Internal Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 34 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1487740437
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of California at Berkeley
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Kathryn Drinkard, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Drinkard is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Drinkard accepts Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of California, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

    Dr. Drinkard has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Drinkard has seen patients for All Headaches (incl. Migraine) and Limb Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Drinkard on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    12 patients have reviewed Dr. Drinkard. The overall rating for this provider is 4.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Drinkard.

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