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Dr. Marilena Sandru, MD

Dr. Marilena Sandru, MD

Internal Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Marilena Sandru, MD is an internist in Walnut Creek, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Craiova Faculty of Medicine in 2002. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Kaiser Permanente Antioch Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 4 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

1515 Newell Ave Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Telehealth available

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Dr. Sandru's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sandru

4.0
8 ratings, 1 with written review
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19 year old struggling with hormonal issues
When I was 19, I was recently diagnosed with complex migraines and just started birth control pills. Shortly after, I developed symptoms such as fainting, lightheadedness, nausea, and visual issues that impacted my daily life. That is when I went to see Dr. Sandru. I explained to her my issues and she was very dismissive. I asked if it was the birth control and she advised to not stop taking them. My blood panel showed elevated cortisol, but no follow up. Instead, she interrogated me about my fainting spells (insinuating that I was lying). I insisted that I needed help, and she revoked my driver's license without a follow up appointment. She had even said told me 'welcome to PMSing'. I felt gaslit, defeated, and crushed.Fast forward a few months, and another doctor realized that the type of birth control I was on increased patient's with complex migraines risk of stroke and other complications. She had missed this and put me at risk. Dr. Sandru crushed my trust in doctors.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Sep 26, 2024
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Dr. Marilena Sandru, MD is an internist in Walnut Creek, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Craiova Faculty of Medicine in 2002. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Kaiser...read more
  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Craiova Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Office1515 Newell Ave Walnut Creek, CA 94596
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Practice

Kaiser1425 S Main St Walnut Creek, CA 94596
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Kaiser Permanente Antioch Medical Center

    4501 Sand Creek Rd
    Antioch, CA 94531
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center

    3600 Broadway
    Oakland, CA 94611
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center

    1425 S Main St
    Walnut Creek, CA 94596
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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