About
Dr. Sarra Borhanian is a board-certified internist. She earned her medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine. She then completed an internal medicine residency at Kaiser Foundation Hospitals in Oakland. Dr. Borhanian also finished a fellowship in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Stanford School of Medicine, where she served as Chief Resident.
Her experience as a hospital physician shaped her approach to primary care. She saw many late-stage preventable conditions and decided to focus on early intervention. Dr. Borhanian partners with patients through open communication and mutual trust. She holds medical licenses in Oregon, Washington, and California. Her personal interests include running, gardening, and outdoor activities.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of California Santa Barbara, B.S. Microbiology, Summa Cum Laude, 2011
Medical School
University of California San Francisco, School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 2016
Residency
Internal Medicine, Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, Oakland, CA, 2018-2021
Fellowship
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Stanford School of Medicine, Stanford, CA (Chief Resident), 2017-2018
Additional Training
Internship, Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, Oakland, CA, 2016-2017
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Borhanian right for?
Dr. Borhanian is an excellent choice for adults who want a proactive partner in their health. She works well with patients focused on healthy aging and disease prevention. Individuals managing neurologic conditions or seeking nutritional guidance will benefit from her specialized interests. Her approach is ideal for those who value long-term relationships and unhurried appointments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Dr. Sarra Borhanian holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. This certification represents her advanced knowledge and skill in the field.
Dr. Borhanian earned a bachelor's degree from UC Santa Barbara and her medical degree from UCSF. She completed her internal medicine residency at Kaiser in Oakland. She also finished a fellowship at Stanford School of Medicine, where she was selected as Chief Resident.
Dr. Borhanian believes in forming a partnership built on open communication and trust. She focuses on educating and supporting patients in their efforts toward disease prevention. Her goal is to create long-lasting, respectful relationships.
Dr. Borhanian has a special interest in geriatrics and nutrition. She also focuses on rehabilitation for patients with neurologic injuries or diseases. This expertise guides her preventive approach to primary care.
Dr. Borhanian began her career as a hospital-based physician. She was motivated to enter primary care after seeing the late stages of many preventable conditions. She now focuses on helping patients prevent disease and age healthfully.
Dr. Sarra Borhanian holds active medical licenses in Oregon, Washington, and California.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026