Biography


Richard Sankary, MD has been in practice since 1988. He received his BA in Biophysics with highest honors from UC Berkeley and his medical degree from Harvard Medical School. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Parkland Memorial Hospital/Southwestern Medical School and subsequently completed fellowship training in Pulmonary Medicine at the Cardiovascular Research Institute at UCSF. Dr. Sankary is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonology, and Sleep Medicine.

Professional Summary


Education & Certifications
  • Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Sleep Medicine (2011)
  • Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease (1988)
  • Fellowship: UCSF Medical Center (1988) CA
  • Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (1985)
  • Residency: Parkland Memorial Hospital (1985) TX
  • Internship: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (1983) TX
  • Medical Education: Harvard Medical School (1982) MA

Practice Locations


Alliance Medical Group in Pinole Pinole, CA
Pinole, CA

2160 Appian Way, Suite 200

Pinole , CA 94564

(510) 724-9110

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(24 Ratings)

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4.9/5

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(70 reviews)

Dr Sankary has always been compassionate knowledgeable and professional listening to my concerns and working together for a better treatment of my disease. I feel privileged to have him for my doctor.
Dr. Sankary is great
I felt he was genuinely interested in me as a patient. I did not feel hurried
Dr. Richard Sankary is the most knowledgeable and efficient physician I have had. He’s been my physician for over 30 years. I throughly trust his judgment and treatments.
All good! Dr. Sankary is absolutely amazing!
Dr. Sankary is the best doctor anyone can have.
Dr Sankary's professionalism knowledge and guidance in handling the issues of my medical concerns was very comforting
Dr Sankary is a good Doctor . He knows the special care my mom needs, and her well being
Dr. Sankary was excellent in all respects, as always.
Definitely recommended him to family & friends.
Dr.Sankary is a very good doctor. I have been his patient for approximately 20 years.
Dr. Sankary is one of a very few doctors who is practical, realistic and can think outside the box. We are so in need if these types can of doctors. he is able to use his knowledge plus his experience to come up with a treatment plan that suits the individual needs of the patient. He is exceptional in the field of geriatrics where the fragility of life presents a myriad of complexities that are very difficult to manage. He is a doctor that we will have great difficulty in replacing when we moved soon to Arizona.
Dr Sankary is a great doctor in every sense of the word. He makes you feel like he actually cared about you. He is thorough in his explanations
Dr. Sankary and his staff are totally Awesome!
awesome!
My physician has excellent communication skills.
Love Dr. Sankary.
Dr. Sankary is absolutely tops!!
Dr. Sankary is an excellent Dr. (PCP) and also specialist for lung & breathing problem.
Dr. Sankary seem to be the doctor I've been looking for someone who cares about his patients, and know his business. Really really like is attitude and demeanor.
Dr. Sankary is a first-rate physician. He is very concerned about his patients, and spends the time needed.
Dr. Sankary & Rodrigo are great.
Dr. Sankary is better than very good in his concern for me. He thoroughly is excellent in communicating and follow-up.
2 thumbs up.
Feel very confidence in discussing my other health issues with Dr. Sankary.
Dr. Sankary is the best that is why I go to him. I believe I would not be here if it wasn't for him. He's the best.
You already know Dr. Sankary is so concerned about you. he will call him self if you're having problems just concerned about you!! He goes beyond the call of duties. Very pleased.
Love Dr. Sankary & Rodrigo!
Dr. Sankary & his assistance are ALL very good & caring to me & my mother.
Dr. Sankary is one of the best doctors I've had.
Dr. Sankary is the best doctor.
Dr. Sankary is the best!
Excellent, caring, technically proficient.
Dr. Sankary is a favorite physician! Also his P/A Rodrigo!
(Very good.)
Excellent.
Dr. Sankary is great! Have recommended him for years - now it's difficult as he's not always available.
Very good doctor care.
Doctor Sankary is the best especially for respiratory problems. Awesome!!!
I trust Dr. Sankary completely. I feel I can talk frankly with him. He welcomes questions and always makes me feel that he has my best interests in mind.
Good doctor!
Dr. Sankary is a excellent dr. Excellent my doctor for over 20 years.
I love the care, very good.
I have had several primary care physicians in my lifetime and Dr. Sankary is the very best. I trust and respect the way he practices medicine.
Dr. Sankary is a great doctor.
Dr. Sankary is friendly, concerned and courteous
Dr. Sankary understands my mother's condition, and helps me to cope with it, and guide me.
This was a good appointment.
He seems more concerned about my "being happy" with treatment then my being healed. I want him to make me well, not make me happy. There's a difference.
Dr. Sankary makes you feel that you are a person not a "number" or "cattle". He is kind and considerate.
Love Dr. Sankary.
Dr. Sankary always makes me feel valued as a patient and more importantly as a person. A very rare accomplishment in our busy world. Thanks.
Dr. Sankary got my severe asthma under control and has kept it under control for years.
Dr. Sankary has extraordinary communicative skills. You never feel that you are just a "clog" in the wheel or that you do not matter as a person.
Dr. Sankary has seen My wife and I for 20 plus years---we think he is great
I've been using this office for some time and am satisfied, no reason not to recommend it
Dr. Sankay is always very informative and an excellent advisor of preventative measures in dealing with health issues. I feel truly blessed to have him as my doctor.
Dr. Sankary is excellent.
Never had any bad experience.
The dr. and nurses seem to get alone well and agreeable in what they were during.
I have highly recommended this wonderful medical group to all my family and friends. As a result the majority of them that don't have Kaiser go to this medical office.
Dr. Sankary is a great dr. Never disappointed.
Two words describe Dr. Sankary "THE BEST."
Good.
I would rate this doctor as excellent. He interacts very well with me and his concern for my health is genuine. He allows me to ask questions without making me feel that I am wasting his time.
Dr. Sankary seems to know me as a person and not just a patient. I trust him and respect him not just as my doctor but as a person as well.
I have complete confidence in Drs. Sankary & Naughton.
Good good.
Dr. Sankary has very limited hours due to his other responsibilities - Cause for concern on my part.
Dr. Richard Sankary is the best!! I will miss him. He is always thorough, concerned, & clear with explanation of problems & concerns.

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