Board-certified internal medicine specialist Anthony Bernens, MD, in Walnut Creek, California, works with every patient to build better health together as their primary care physician in his concierge medicine practice. He creates a strong doctor-patient relationship to provide every patient with the dignity and care they need and deserve.
Dr. Bernens graduated from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. He completed a physician residency in internal medicine at the University of California, Davis Medical Center in Sacramento.
Dr. Bernens graduated from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. He completed a physician residency in internal medicine at the University of California, Davis Medical Center in Sacramento.
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Board-certified internal medicine specialist Anthony Bernens, MD, meets the individual primary care needs of men and women in Concord, Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek, California, and the surrounding communities in Contra Costa, Alameda and Solano County.
As your primary care physician (PCP) in his integrative practice, you will receive personalized medical care that meets your specific health needs and goals for everything from acute and chronic disease management to sports injuries to arthritis.As your internist, he will help you navigate the complexities of health care to obtain optimal health through such services as genetic screening and wellness plans.
As your primary care physician (PCP) in his integrative practice, you will receive personalized medical care that meets your specific health needs and goals for everything from acute and chronic disease management to sports injuries to arthritis.As your internist, he will help you navigate the complexities of health care to obtain optimal health through such services as genetic screening and wellness plans.
Preventive care helps you avoid the massive complications that occur with chronic illness and health emergencies. Preventive care is a priority of Anthony Bernens, MD. Check-ups, screenings, certain medications, and lifestyle recommendations are all important parts of preventive care that help ensure you a lifetime of good health.
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Lynne Grotz
Aug 25, 2021
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I saw Dr Bernens because my bicep hurt and I was slightly out of breath. He ordered two blood tests 'stat.' When the results came in, he phoned and told me to promptly go to Emergency where he would have the staff ready for me. A prompt CT scan showed two large connecting pulmonary embolism, one in each lung. Within hours I was on an operating table. Dr Bernens visited and kept track of my treatment. I can't thank him enough.
Carol Hollmann
Jan 29, 2021
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Kent Cremolini
Jan 23, 2021
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Barbara Ahlquist
Jan 22, 2021
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Alice Recto
Jun 20, 2020
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Dr Bernens has been our primary physician for many years. His kind and careful demeanor and excellent diagnostic skills have provided me with a sense of trust and security. He is always willing to listen and refer me to other excellent specialists. I attribute my wellness to his ability to foresee and to provide early interventions.
Chuck Harrington
Dec 28, 2019
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Dr. Bernens is quite concerned with his patients health. He receives notices from doctors her refers his patients, he keeps us up to date on immunizations, refers us for needed lab tests and is right there should we be admitted to a hospital or in need of emergency treatment. He is very professional, yet attentive to our concerns. Highly recommended.
Brigitte G.
Dec 13, 2019
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Dr. Bernens has been my primary care physician for decades. He has become my whole family's physician. He's super nice, caring, thorough, approachable, knowledgeable, etc... the best doc ever! Maricela, his nurse, is so sweet, kind and patient. Love the front staff too, they all do their work efficiently and always cheerful. 😁
David Millington
Aug 12, 2019
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The most attentive primary care physician I have encountered to date.
Ticks all the boxes and keeps me healthy, despite my best efforts to the contrary!
It's educational to discuss health matters with a physician who thinks out of the box and does not simply rely on doing things by the book
Highly recommended!
Ticks all the boxes and keeps me healthy, despite my best efforts to the contrary!
It's educational to discuss health matters with a physician who thinks out of the box and does not simply rely on doing things by the book
Highly recommended!
Chris Shaver
Aug 17, 2018
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Amber H.
Jun 01, 2018
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I tried for a week to get a telephone call with my doctor to answer a quick question about test results. He has insisted that I come in to the office to go over test results for a second time when we already went over them at an appointment I missed work to attend a week ago. He refuses to return phone calls. This is just a ridiculous situation when I am required to pay approximately $150 per month to be a member of this practice.
Clifford W.
Mar 21, 2016
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My wife and I had been satisfied patients for more than 15 years. As we aged, we are in our 80's , my wife developed a number of maladies which seemed to challenge his abilities and he began to lose interest . At one point, during an inpatient confinement. he suggested she be set aside in "palliative care" which we strongly rejected. Following another confinement it became impossible to make an office appointment, he never returned our telephone calls nor responded to written requests. After several months of this we both received a terse letter terminating our relationship and
Karen N.
Dec 22, 2015
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Ditto Kenster A. You hit it right on the target when it comes to Dr. Bernens; however, the "new" staff is slow to respond to requests. I have been on hold for 7 mins. as I type this. Regarding responses: i.e., questions on MyJohnMuir, refills requested by pharmacy and/or myself. Hold time is seriously ridiculous. In his original practice, the people answering the phone not only answered in a timely manner, but also took time to know you and responses were immediate or that same day.
Kenster A.
May 29, 2013
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Dr. Bernens has a wide variety of patients, but guess that a majority of them are over 75. He spends Fridays doing rounds at the hospital: checking in on his patients. I've also had to reschedule some appointments if he has patients in hospital. I see this as putting those patients in critical care as a top priority. Dr. B keeps up with current treatments and recommends regular blood work to monitor your issues. The recommendations for follow-up appointments with specialists have always been on the spot and highly recommended professionals. Appointments can range from on time to delayed
Jon A.
Sep 21, 2011
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Run the other way as fast as you can. The office staff is beyond awful. No covering doctor and if bernens is away you're screwed since no one else will help you...just walk your butt over to urgent care instead. Dr Bernens is not thorough, does not order simple screening or follow-up tests like blood and xrays which would rule out guess work especially with bacterial infection. Would suggest DeMonteiro in Walnut Creek/John Muir if you want a professional good doctor.
R. L.
Apr 27, 2010
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Dr. Bernens has always been responsive to my needs. He knew each of the Doctors he referred me to personally. This included at least a neurologist and a cardiologist, both of whom treated me equally well. He always addresses each of my needs and questions to my satisfaction and would recommend Dr. Bernens very highly and will continue to have him as my primary physician.
Joel C.
Dec 15, 2009
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Dr. Bernens is one of the most caring physicians that I have met. He has helped three generations of my family and is thoughtful and interested in our whole health. He regularly cites journals and studies that improve health and is willing to investigate treatments or medications, as well as, continually monitors and measures our health progress. Our family thought that this high-level of medicine had been lost. He is smart, compassionate, firm and genuine. Consider yourself fortunate if you have Dr. Bernens as your physician. - Joel C.
Melissa C.
Oct 09, 2009
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I was a patient of Dr. Bernens for about years, despite feeling like the care I was receiving was less than adequate. Three separate occurrences I will share are: (1) A few years ago during an exceptionally bad allergy season, I went a little to heavy on the Afrin and became dependent on it. I went to see Dr. Bernens for help. He treated me like a drug addict. He told me the solution was to stop using it and if I couldn't stop on my own there was nothing he could do. He referred me, with a tone of disgust, to a nose surgeon who, thankfully was able to prescribe a three day dose of medication
