About
Dr. Bruce Sokoloff, MD, earned his B.A. in chemistry from Emory University in 1982 as a Phi Beta Kappa graduate, then completed his medical degree at Thomas Jefferson Medical College in 1986. He finished his internal medicine residency at the Medical Center of Delaware in 1989 and has practiced medicine in Wilmington ever since. He holds board certifications in internal medicine, forensic examination, and as a certified independent medical examiner, and the American College of Physicians recognized him with a fellowship designation.
Dr. Sokoloff opened his first practice in Wilmington in 1989 and has been on staff at Christiana Care Medical Center and St. Francis Hospital throughout his career. Starting in 2006, he integrated functional medicine into his practice with a strong focus on prevention and whole-food nutrition. He has extensive experience in preventive cardiology, osteoporosis, depression, anxiety disorders, diabetes, arthritis, and asthma. He regularly attends Institute of Functional Medicine seminars. Delaware Today Magazine recognized him as a Top Doc in 2002, and he has served as a delegate to the Medical Society of Delaware House of Delegates.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Emory University – B.A. Chemistry, 1982
Medical School
Thomas Jefferson Medical College, M.D., 1986
Residency
Medical Center of Delaware – Internal Medicine, 1989
Additional Training
Institute of Functional Medicine seminars
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Sokoloff right for?
Dr. Sokoloff is a strong fit for adults seeking a physician who blends internal medicine with functional and preventive approaches. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, arthritis, osteoporosis, or depression benefit from his integrative perspective. He works well with patients interested in whole-food nutrition and root-cause thinking. Those with cardiovascular risk factors or asthma will find his preventive cardiology background especially relevant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Sokoloff treats a wide range of conditions including diabetes, osteoporosis, arthritis, asthma, depression, and anxiety disorders. He also focuses on preventive cardiology and chronic disease management. His functional medicine training allows him to address the underlying drivers of these conditions, not just their symptoms.
Yes. Dr. Sokoloff holds board certifications in internal medicine and forensic examination. He also carries the Certified Independent Medical Examiner designation. The American College of Physicians recognized him with a fellowship designation, reflected in his FACP credential.
Dr. Sokoloff integrates functional medicine principles with conventional internal medicine. He emphasizes prevention, whole-food nutrition, and identifying root causes of illness. He regularly attends Institute of Functional Medicine seminars to stay current in this area.
A. in 1982 as a Phi Beta Kappa graduate. He completed his medical degree at Thomas Jefferson Medical College in 1986. His internal medicine residency took place at the Medical Center of Delaware, where he became board certified in 1989.
Dr. Sokoloff opened his first practice in Wilmington in 1989 and has practiced there ever since. He brings more than 35 years of clinical experience in internal and functional medicine.
Yes. Delaware Today Magazine named Dr. Sokoloff a Top Doc in 2002. The American College of Physicians also recognized him with a fellowship designation. He has served as a delegate to the Medical Society of Delaware House of Delegates.
Dr. Sokoloff has served on staff at Christiana Care Medical Center and St. Francis Hospital throughout his career.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026