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Dr. Darlene Zanker, MD

Family Medicine* Age 55
Dr. Darlene Zanker, MD
4.5 (47 Ratings)

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Dr. Darlene Zanker, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Santa Cruz, CA.
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Dr. Darlene Zanker, MD

Family Medicine* Age 55
Santa Cruz, CA
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Darlene Zanker, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Santa Cruz, CA.
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Dr. Zanker graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 1995 and completed a residency at Sutter Medical Center of Santa Rosa.Dr. Darlene Zanker, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Santa Cruz, CA and has 29 years experience. Dr. Zanker currently practices at Dignity Health Medical Group - Dominican and are affiliated with Dominican Hospital. At present, Dr. Zanker received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 47 times. Dr. Zanker's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Zanker is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

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Locations

  1. 1 Dignity Health Medical Group - Dominican
    2018 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

Experience and Background Check

Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fever
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fever
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fever
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Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Administrative Physical
Adult Failure to Thrive
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Constipation
Foot Infection
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Nail Infection
Nausea
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Pharyngitis
Shortness of Breath
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Achilles Tendinitis
Acne
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergies
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Neck
Aspergillosis
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Athlete's Foot
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blepharitis
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cellulitis
Cervicitis
Chest Pain
Chondromalacia
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Cold Sore
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dry Eyes
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Dry Skin
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Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Encounters for Normal Pregnancies
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Excessive Menstrual Bleeding
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fibromyalgia
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gout
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Gynecomastia
Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
High Cholesterol
Hives
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Impetigo
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Indigestion
Infectious Diseases
Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Injuries
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Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Knee Sprain
Laryngitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Motion Sickness
Muscle Weakness
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Neurogenic Bladder
Nightmare Disorder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
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
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Pap Smear Abnormalities
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Perimenopause
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postpartum Depression
Preeclampsia
Proteinuria
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Cyst
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sciatica
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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Shingles
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Stye
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Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Tension Headache
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tonsillitis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Compression
Vertigo
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Viral Infection
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Blood Allergy Testing
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Diabetes Counseling
Drug Allergy Testing
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
McMurray's Test
Memory Evaluation
Nail Avulsion and Excision
Ovarian Cancer Screening
Patch Testing
Psychiatric Evaluation - Child and Adolescent
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
Skin Screenings
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Tuberculosis Screening
VAP Lipid Testing
Worker's Compensation Evaluations

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zanker
4.5
Based on 47 Reviews
5 Stars (40)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (5)

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Oct 13, 2024
Dr. Zanker is great! She always listens, is very knowledgeable, is open to exploring options, and provides excellent care.
— Oct 13, 2024
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    UC Care-CA PPO
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    Blue Cross-CA HMO-POS
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Darlene Zanker, MD is a family medicine physician in Santa Cruz, CA and has over 28 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 1995. She specializes in Family Medicine, Preventive Medicine, and more.
Biography
Specialties*
Family Medicine
Preventive Medicine
Men's Health Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
    1995
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Family Practice
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of California, San Francisco
    1996
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Sutter Medical Center of Santa Rosa
    1998
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Darlene Zanker, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Zanker's profile.

Dr. Darlene Zanker, MD is affiliated with Dominican Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Darlene Zanker, MD holds board certification in Family Practice.

Dr. Zanker has over 29 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Dominican Hospital

    1555 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA

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