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Dr. Dolores Shoback cares for patients with a variety of disorders related to the endocrine system, focusing particularly on metabolic bone disease, parathyroid disorders and osteoporosis. She also directs UCSF's physician training program in diabetes, endocrinology and metabolism.

Shoback's research interests include metabolic bone disease, the calcium-sensing receptor and parathyroid hormone.

Shoback completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Pennsylvania. She earned her medical degree from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and completed a residency in internal medicine at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. She completed a fellowship in endocrinology at Brigham and Women's Hospital.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine

  • Fellowships

    Brigham and Women's Hospital - MSO

  • Residencies

    Johns Hopkins Hospital

  • Internship

    Johns Hopkins Hospital

  • Degree

    MD, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Where I see patients (2)

    My reviews

    5.0

    Overall Experience
    66 Ratings
    About our process
    Nov 26, 2025
    I was so impressed with Dr. Shoback. It is rare to find a doctor that is so caring and took the time to listen to what I had to say, my concerns and discussing the various options opened to me with my osteoporosis. It meant so much to me to find someone like her. I feel I am in the best hands with her and UCSF.
    Nov 13, 2025
    I have recommended Dr Shoback to friends. She's retiring soon, though
    Nov 12, 2025
    Dr. Shoback gave excellent and thorough care. Very highly recommend her and UCSF.
    Nov 08, 2025
    Excellent provider, very compassionate and one of the best listeners!
    Nov 06, 2025
    Dr. Shoback is an excellent physician In every way possible.
    Nov 06, 2025
    I have complete trust in Dr Shoback,
    Oct 23, 2025
    Superlative physician
    Oct 17, 2025
    Dolores Shoback is the model of an outstanding physician in EVERY way. She is the prototype that every training clinician scientist, no matter which medical discipline, should encounter and learn from. I cannot state that enough. We have so few examples of a truly outstanding physician and it is 100% Dr Shoback.
    Oct 09, 2025
    Excellent caring from Dr Shoback
    Sep 25, 2025
    Dr. Shoback was very knowledgeable, thorough and answered all my questions. I am thankful and feel so fortunate to be under her care.
    Aug 29, 2025
    Dr Shoback is the BEST!!!!
    Jul 27, 2025
    She is a wonderful doctor-just the doctor you want to have caring for you-great manner with stellar experience
    Jul 26, 2025
    Thorough, informative, clear, compassionate.
    Jun 16, 2025
    Dr. Shoback is without a doubt one of the best if not the best doctor I've ever had. Her knowledge, experience, empathy, and concern for my health are attributes that are exemplary and to be honored. I wish more doctors were like her. She is by far the VERY BEST!!
    Jun 07, 2025
    I feel very fortunate to have Dr. Shoback on my care team.
    May 29, 2025
    Dr Shoback is the best doctor!!!!
    May 23, 2025
    Dr. Shoback is a treasure..I'm blessed to have her as my doctor and have recommended her to others..
    May 01, 2025
    Dr Shoback is the best. She is so knowledgeable, caring, kind and I am lucky to-be her patient
    Apr 03, 2025
    Dr Shoback is one of the best physicians I have ever seen. Kind, thorough, highly attentive, detail oriented, AMAZING. If only health care was like this
    Mar 15, 2025
    I wish all my doctors were like Dr. Shoback. She's listens, explains things clearly and has a wonderful demeanor. And, most importantly, is an expert physician.
    Mar 13, 2025
    Dr Shoback is absolutely the BEST doctor I've ever seen!!
    Mar 06, 2025
    Dr. Shoback is the BEST of the BEST
    Mar 06, 2025
    On a scale of 1 to 5, Dr. Shoback is a 10. She diagnosed a condition that every one of my previous doctors (a long list) had missed - and saved my life by doing so.
    Feb 27, 2025
    Dr. Shoback is an amazing endocrinoligist. She is caring, a great listener and has incredible knowledge on Osteoporosis.
    Feb 23, 2025
    Excellent care and compassion
    Nov 23, 2024
    Dr. Shoback and her associate Paige Were immensely attentive and responsive to my medical needs and questions.
    Oct 15, 2024
    Felt well taken care of
    Oct 15, 2024
    Dr Showback is a world expert and an outstanding physician. I am fortunate to be able to see her.
    Aug 30, 2024
    Extremely comprehensive exam and physical. All concerns and questions addressed with clear plan for follow up. Dr Shoback is a consummate professional.
    Jun 29, 2024
    Dr Shoback is amazing! I'm so glad she is my doctor
    Apr 13, 2024
    Dr Shoback was phenomenal!!! So caring and supportive

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