About
Dr. Jacob Grinberg is a board-certified internist who has practiced internal and preventive medicine for decades. He earned his Doctorate of Medicine from Orenburg Medical School in Russia in 1978. He completed an internship at Penza State Psychiatric Hospital before later training in the United States at Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati. There, he completed a second internship and a full Internal Medicine residency, finishing in 1997. He holds the Diplomate credential from the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Grinberg has served as Deputy Medical Director at Advance Family Medicine since 1998. He is passionate about preventive medicine and building lasting relationships with his patients. His clinical interests include diabetes, hypertension, gastrointestinal conditions, and dyslipidemia. He speaks English and Russian fluently, serving a diverse patient population in Redmond's Eastside community. Washington's Top Doctors list recognized him in 2021, 2022, and 2023. He also earned Compassionate Doctor Recognition and the Patient Choice Award from 2010 through 2013. He belongs to the American College of Physicians, the American Society of Internal Medicine, and the King County Medical Society. Outside medicine, Dr. Grinberg enjoys sailing, motorcycle riding, and table tennis.
Education & Training
Medical School
Orenburg Medical School, Orenburg, Russia - Doctorate of Medicine, 1978
Residency
Internal Medicine, Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, 1995-1997
Additional Training
Internship, Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, 1993-1994
Certifications
Languages
English, Russian
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Grinberg right for?
Dr. Grinberg is a strong fit for adults seeking proactive, relationship-driven primary care. Patients managing diabetes, hypertension, or dyslipidemia benefit from his chronic disease expertise. His fluency in Russian makes him a natural choice for Russian-speaking patients on the Eastside. He builds individualized action plans, so patients with complex or multiple conditions find his approach especially effective.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Grinberg treats a broad range of adult conditions, with particular focus on diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and gastrointestinal conditions. He also manages chronic diseases and delivers comprehensive preventive care. His approach centers on building customized plans tailored to each patient's health goals and lifestyle.
Yes. Dr. Grinberg holds the Diplomate credential from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned his Doctorate of Medicine from Orenburg Medical School in 1978 and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati in 1997.
Dr. Grinberg has practiced internal and preventive medicine for decades. He has served as Deputy Medical Director at Advance Family Medicine since 1998, giving him more than 25 years of leadership and clinical experience in the Redmond area.
Yes. Dr. Grinberg speaks both English and Russian fluently. This allows him to serve patients in Redmond's diverse Eastside community more effectively.
Washington's Top Doctors list recognized Dr. Grinberg in 2021, 2022, and 2023. He also earned the Compassionate Doctor Recognition and the Patient Choice Award from 2010 through 2013.
Dr. Grinberg is a member of the American College of Physicians, the American Society of Internal Medicine, and the King County Medical Society. These memberships reflect his ongoing commitment to clinical standards and professional development.
Dr. Grinberg holds hospital privileges at Overlake Hospital Medical Center. This gives his patients continuity of care when hospital-based services are needed.
Dr. Grinberg builds customized action plans tailored to each patient's lifestyle and health goals. He is passionate about preventive medicine and focuses on lasting patient relationships. His long tenure as Deputy Medical Director reflects a consistent commitment to high-quality primary care.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026