Dr. Anthony BernensMD
Internal Medicine
at Anthony Thomas Bernens, MD, Inc. Primary Care Internal Medicine — Walnut Creek, CA
About
Anthony Thomas Bernens, MD, is an internal medicine physician with more than two decades of experience practicing primary care. He earned his medical degree from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio, and completed his internal medicine residency at the University of California, Davis Medical Center in Sacramento.
Dr. Bernens takes an integrative approach to care, tracking the latest medical studies and applying current evidence directly to his practice. He treats chronic disease, acute illness, sports injuries, and arthritis, and he also offers genetic screening and individualized wellness plans. He prioritizes extended appointment time and genuine doctor-patient relationships grounded in dignity and empathy. Beyond the exam room, Dr. Bernens organizes outdoor activities with his staff and delivers educational health seminars to keep patients engaged in their own health.
Education & Training
Medical School
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, Dayton, Ohio
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of California, Davis Medical Center, Sacramento
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Bernens right for?
Dr. Bernens suits adults in Walnut Creek and the broader East Bay who want a primary care physician with deep experience in internal medicine. Patients managing chronic conditions such as arthritis or ongoing disease benefit from his longitudinal, relationship-focused approach. He also works well with active patients dealing with sports injuries or those interested in genetic screening and proactive wellness planning. Anyone who values extended appointment time, same-day access, and a physician who stays current with clinical research will find a strong fit here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Bernens treats a wide range of conditions, including chronic disease, acute illness, sports injuries, and arthritis. He also offers genetic screening and builds personalized wellness plans for patients focused on prevention. His scope covers both ongoing health management and urgent concerns that need prompt attention.
Yes. Dr. Bernens specializes in internal medicine and serves as a primary care physician for adult men and women. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of California, Davis Medical Center in Sacramento.
Dr. Bernens earned his medical degree from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. He then trained in internal medicine at the University of California, Davis Medical Center in Sacramento.
Dr. Bernens has practiced medicine for more than two decades. That depth of experience informs how he approaches both routine care and complex chronic conditions.
Dr. Bernens takes an integrative approach and actively follows current medical research to apply it in practice. He extends appointment time windows so patients receive thorough, unhurried attention. He places a strong emphasis on building lasting relationships rooted in dignity, care, and empathy.
Yes. Dr. Bernens offers genetic screening as part of his preventive and personalized care services. This helps patients and Dr. Bernens make more informed decisions about long-term health planning.
Yes. Dr. Bernens treats sports injuries as part of his clinical scope, alongside chronic disease management and acute illness care. Patients dealing with musculoskeletal issues from athletic activity can schedule with him directly.
Dr. Bernens serves men and women in Walnut Creek, Concord, Pleasant Hill, and surrounding communities throughout Contra Costa, Alameda, and Solano County.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026