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Dr. Darlene Zanker, MD

Dr. Darlene Zanker, MD

Family Medicine*
25+ years of experience
(831) 204-6156

Dr. Darlene Zanker, MD is a family medicine physician in Santa Cruz, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 1995. She is affiliated with Dominican Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 49 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (49 reviews)
(831) 204-6156
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2018 Mission St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Office Hours

Monday

8 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

8 am
to
5 pm

Friday

8 am
to
5 pm
(831) 204-6156
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2018 Mission St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise • Dr. Zanker specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.

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Dr. Zanker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zanker

4.5
49 ratings, 34 with a written review
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Dr Zanker is excellent!! She is caring knowledgeable informed and clear and succinct. I am very pleased with her as my PCP!!
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Feb 05, 2025
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Dr. Zanker is very kind and caring. I am grateful to have her as a provider.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 03, 2025
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Dr. Zanker is great! She always listens, is very knowledgeable, is open to exploring options, and provides excellent care.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 13, 2024
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Dr. Zanker is outstanding. Very thorough, attentive and collaborative. I recommend her to all my friends and coworkers.
What went well
No results
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No results
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Sep 28, 2024
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I think Dr. Zanker is an awesome physician; she cares for her patients an listens to their concerns.
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Sep 07, 2024
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She listened and made positive suggestions
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Aug 25, 2024
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So helpful and attentive and understanding
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Aug 25, 2024
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I couldn't't be more positive in my praise for Darlene Zanker. I am so grateful for her. I do hope she is available to me for the rest of my life.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 23, 2024
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Dr Zanker is a wonderful, knowledgeable, and very personable
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 16, 2024
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I wish there were more Dr Zanker's in the world! She listens and I hear it in her response
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No results
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No results
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Aug 11, 2024
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Been a pt of dr. Zanker for several years and have no complaints
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Aug 03, 2024
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Zanker is great, but she is very busy.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Jul 28, 2024
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I love how caring Dr. Zanker is
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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May 22, 2024
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Best, most thorough and thoughtful doctor I've ever seen!
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May 14, 2024
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DR. Has been always very attending to my questions and concerns..
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May 10, 2024
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Dr Zanker, is a truly phenomenal physician. She is knowledgeable, competent, caring, warm, collaborative, wise and has a good sense of humor! She is just wonderful.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 13, 2024
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Dr. Zanker truly listens and takes the time to evaluate. I am grateful she is my doc.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Apr 02, 2024
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I love Dr. Zanker and have been a patient of hers for many years, she is very concerned about her patients and spends time with them and addresses their concerns.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Mar 13, 2024
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My visit was excellent
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Mar 03, 2024
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Dr. Zanker is terrific, professional, knowledgeable and caring.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 02, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

I enjoy practicing with a holistic, patient-centered approach, addressing lifestyle and emotional issues prior to medical ones.

  • Family Medicine

  • Preventive Medicine

  • Men's Health Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Sutter Medical Center Of Santa Rosa

    Residency Hospital, 1998

  • University Of California, San Francisco

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Dominican Hospital

    1555 Soquel Dr
    Santa Cruz, CA 95065

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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