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Sarah Doernberg, MD

Infectious Diseases
Infectious Diseases Parnassus
415-353-2626
Portrait of Sarah Doernberg
Portrait of Sarah Doernberg
ucsf logo

Sarah Doernberg, MD

Infectious Diseases
Infectious Diseases Parnassus
415-353-2626

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About me

Dr. Sarah Doernberg specializes in treating infectious diseases, particularly serious bacterial infections, recurrent infections and infections associated with implanted devices. Her expertise also encompasses infections in immunocompromised patients and in people who have undergone bone marrow or organ transplantation.

In her research, Doernberg focuses on health care–associated infections and preventing the development of drug-resistant microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi.

Doernberg earned her medical degree at Yale School of Medicine. She completed a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in infectious diseases at UCSF. She also earned a master of advanced study degree through the UCSF Training in Clinical Research Program.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Infectious Disease, American Board of Internal Med/Infectious Disease
  • Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

Fellowship

  • Internal Medicine, UCSF Graduate Medical Education

Residency

  • Internal Medicine, UCSF Graduate Medical Education

Internship

  • Internal Medicine, UCSF Graduate Medical Education

Degree

  • MD, Yale University School of Medicine

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    Average rating

    5
    5 out of 5 Stars
    52 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 23, 2025

      Very professional

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      October 18, 2025

      Very professional and approachable

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      June 26, 2025

      Excellent

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      May 8, 2025

      This doctor is top tier!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      March 25, 2025

      I was so impressed with how thorough and attentive this physician was. Excellent experience

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      March 22, 2025

      Dr Doernberg was communicative, highly knowledgeable, attentive and responsive. Excellent provider

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