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Bernita Kathryn Sands, MD
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Specialty
Internal Medicine
Languages
English
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Patient review summary
Learn about our survey4.5
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Seems disinterested and distracted when I meet with her. Spent a lot of time reviewing my usual list of medications. Seems to give limited information about my conditions but refers me instead to somebody else. Should have reviewed procedures such as a dexa scan for some on my age.
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She's kind and listens to my concerns...Recommend solutions and is thorough...
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I feel very honored to have Dr. Sands being my primary care doctor! She is an awesome MD. She takes her time and answers my questions and really seems to care when answering my questions
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She takes care of all of my needs and is pleasant to talk too !
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She listens to needs, addresses them and follows up as needed. pleasant and respectful.
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Professionalism and Patient care
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This was my new patient visit with Dr Sands. The visit did not feel unhurried. She asked good questions and offered some solid advice. She allowed me the opportunity to ask OF MY OWN as well. I believe that she listened and responded well to my concerns and questions. Dr. Sands reviewed my medications, diagnosis, and was not reluctant to complete her hands on, physical assessment.
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She's a very good Dr and friendly
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Dr Samds was very professional and understanding. I had health issues that I was very concerned about. She gave me her honest opinion on the matter and options/ideas that were very helpful
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Been her patient for 20 years…always a professional pleasant visit…keeps me fully informed
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Dr.Sands seems very interested in my issue and has never treated me negatively.
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She was very kind
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She is an excellent doctor. She has also been my primary doctor for the past 19 years.
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I usually don’t give 10s, but this is an exception. She gets to the point and tells it like it is. She does listen to me also. I feel very comfortable with her with my health. Dr Sands is easy to talk to, respectful and just someone you want as a friend.
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Always professional and caring
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She is very compassionate, very easy to talk to and caring.
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I rarely recommend.
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she is very understanding caring knows how to treat me just love her
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She is very informative
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I would like to rate higher but i was told i need to find a new primary Dr as they no longer take my insurance which is complete BS!
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Philosophy of care
Bernita Sands, MD, completed medical school at the University of Florida College of Medicine and residency at the University of Florida Health Science Center. Her care philosophy centers on managing internal medicine conditions.Gender
Female
Board certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
Licenses
FL, ME67196
Employed or contracted
Employed
Network Name
Optum Florida
PCP ID
44890
NPI
1841266764
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Insurance Accepted
This list is for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current plans accepted by the provider. Optum accepts most major health insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company to confirm your coverage, eligibility, and the provider's participation in your plan.
- Careplus
- Freedom
- Humana
- Optimum
- United
- WellCare
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Medical School
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University of Florida College of Medicine
Residency
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University of Florida Health Science center
Internal Medicine
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