William Brinkley Jr., MD
Medical Oncology, Hematology
About Me
Biography
I have helped thousands of cancer patients since 1998, when I completed a fellowship in medical oncology. My training enables me to diagnose multiple types of cancer and devise non-surgical treatment plans, including chemotherapy, to help patients.
I was inspired to do this work at a young age by...
Languages
- English
Gender
Male
What I Treat
Specialties
- Medical Oncology
- Hematology
My Medical Background
Medical school
Bowman Gray School of Medicine at Wake Forest Univ (1993)
Internship
Internal Medicine - WFU Baptist Medical Center (Bowman Gray) (1994)
Residency
Internal Medicine - Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center (1996)
Fellowship
Hematology and Medical Oncology - Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center (1998)
Board certifications
- Medical Oncology
Years of experience
Over 15 years of experience
Insurance Details
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Feb 2024Dr. Brinkley was wonderful. We loved him.
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Feb 2024My visit with Dr. Brinkley is always enjoyable. He is such a nice and kind doctor.
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Feb 2024Dr. BRINKLY took very good care of me.
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Feb 2024Dr. Brinkley is kind and gentle. He listens and makes sure you feel secure in your treatment.
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Feb 2024Always good visits at the cancer center.
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Feb 2024Everyone was extra helpful and nice.
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Feb 2024Dr. Brinkley always treats me with respect and the support I have for any issues I express.
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Feb 2024Dr Brinkley is an honest, knowledgeable physician who has compassion for each patient. He gives his total attention to me and my situation.
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Feb 2024Dr. Brinkley has always been very professional and helpful concerning my health. He answers my questions fully and always tells me if I have any questions to give the Cancer Center a call back. Thank you to Dr. BRINKLEY and his staff.
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Feb 2024Dr Brinkley is very caring, thoughtful and sensitive to his patient’s needs and situation. He is an excellent doctor.
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Feb 2024Dr Brinkley is the best. He was already aware of another issue I was going to ask about and initiated additional testing. He always is kind and listens to my concerns.
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Feb 2024Dr. Brinkley is a gift to Novant. Sincerely appreciate his expertise, professionalism and knowledge.
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Feb 2024Dr. Brinkley and his staff are awesome, I would never go anywhere else.
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Jan 2024Dr. Brinkley always takes time and listens to any concerns I have. He is thorough and compassionate. I always recommend him.
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Jan 2024I have always been treated with respect at my appointments with the Novant Cancer institute in Salisbury. I never feel rushed. He takes his time and answers all my questions.
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Jan 2024Feel like my doctor genuinely cares about my health and takes very care of me. Very kind and compassionate!
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Jan 2024The provider listened to us, ordered what was needed and called us with the results.
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Jan 2024My visit with Dr Brinkley was very reassuring and made me feel better about what was going on with my issue and what to expect next. I really liked him a lot and am glad he is my oncologist.
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Jan 2024I just loved the fact that he listened and tried to help me offer advice
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Jan 2024Dr. Brinkley is the best! I feel like I'm visiting a friend instead of my doctor. I'm so thankful to have such a knowledgeable and caring doctor!
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Jan 2024Dr. Brinkley and his team are all stars. They always and consistently are pleasant and caring. I don’t trust anyone else with my care. He knows my family history and always has my best interest at heart.
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Jan 2024Dr Brinkley is always prompt, thorough and attentive.
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Jan 2024Dr. Brinkley is a wonderful, caring, compassionate physician. I trust him with my care.
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Jan 2024I am well pleased with my trips to Novant
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Jan 2024Dr. Brinkley, was concerned and examined what was the next step.
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Dec 2023Dr. Brinkley is the best Oncologist at Novant.
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Dec 2023They are a very caring & friendly group of people. I am extremely happy with Dr. Brinkley! He is very committed to providing the best care for me & I'm sure for all his patients.
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Dec 2023Dr. Brinkley is very caring and compassionate. Treats you as if you are the only one with a terrible diagnosis.
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Dec 2023I APPRECIATE THE HONEST, PROFESSIONAL AND COURTEOUS SERVICES PROVIDED BY DR. BRINKLEY AND HIS STAFF. MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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Dec 2023Dr Brinkley is all a person could want from a doctor. His demeanor puts you at ease in a place you hope you never have to be. You feel real honest sincere concern for you
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Dec 2023Professional, courteous, knowledgeable, intelligent, informative, and prompt.
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Dec 2023Dr. Brinkley is excellent, trust him completely.
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Dec 2023Dr. Brinkley and the staff are always kind and very easy to understand what they are telling you.
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Dec 2023Very caring doctor, always concerned
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Dec 2023All staff is friendly and professional. Dr. Brinkley is the best. Professional, kind and compassionate.
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Nov 2023Doctor, nurse, and assistant were great a m d considerate.
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Nov 2023Have been a patient with Dr. Brinkley for more than 10 years. He is very professional and confident when dealing with Cancer patients. It's like visiting with an old friend. The staff becomes like family. Salisbury is very lucky to have such a facility.
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Nov 2023Dr. Brinkley was wonderful and kind. I've just begun this cancer journey and he and the staff was very helpful and caring.
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Nov 2023Dr. Brinkley always takes time with me as his patient. He listens. He encourages. He explains everything so that I will clearly understand. I appreciate him and his staff.
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Nov 2023Dr.Brinkley and his staff make you feel confident that your health is their number one priority and I always feel assure I’m getting the best care available.
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Nov 2023Dr. Brinkley and his staff are very professional. Dr. Brinkley is very attentive and always listens and ask if you have any questions. My daughter couldn’t be in better hands.
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Oct 2023Dr Brinkley takes time to answer all my questions; his staff is excellent!
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Oct 2023Doctor Brinkley is one of the most amazing physician you have. He is kind, gentle, and listens to everything you have to say. Thank you so very much!
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Oct 2023Compassionate staff made a difficult situation a bit easier.
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Oct 2023Just a great experience even though having cancer is a not so great thing to have . Dr Brinkley is wonderful and the staff is wonderful too . They listened to my needs because I am disabled and have special needs..
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Oct 2023Dr Brinkley and his staff have always been exceptional in all facets of care. In fact, my experiences in his care cannot be compared. I appreciate the time he takes with me in each visit to make me feel relaxed, comfortable and informed in my healthcare. Would highly recommend his practice.
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Oct 2023Every one was so great,Dr.Brinkley really listen and explain everything to you.alwasy enjoy my visits with him
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Oct 2023Best oncologist in Salisbury.
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Oct 2023Dr.Brinkley all ways sits and talk to you like a person. And the staff is friendly always. Thanks
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Oct 2023This is the most pleasant dr.s office I have. Dr. Brinkley is the best as are his team.
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Oct 2023Dr. Brinkley knows how to treat his patients by his calming nature and knowledge of his field. I liked him very much as a Doctor.
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Oct 2023Dr. Brinkley and his staff are always kind, caring and supportive.
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Oct 2023The entire staff is amazing—efficient, knowledgeable, kind, and thoughtful! The best!!!
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Oct 2023Everyone was extremely nice. Dr. Brinkley listened carefully and explained everything very well. Answered all my questions.
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Sep 2023He is all about your health and very personal.
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Sep 2023All the staff at the Novant Cancer Center are great
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Sep 2023Dr Brinkley is the best
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Sep 2023The doctor was excellent!
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Sep 2023Muchas gracias Doctor es usted el mejor!!!
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Sep 2023I LOVE getting my shots and labs with this team and working with Dr. Brinkley !
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Sep 2023Everyone was thoughtful and respectful!!
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Sep 2023Dr. Brinkley is always so kind, caring and concerned.
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Sep 2023Love Dr Brinkley and his staff.
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Sep 2023Everything was covered.
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Sep 2023Dr Brinkley is one of the best doctors I’ve ever gone to. He cares about you and does everything he can to help you. He is very compassionate and attentive to all your concerns. I wouldn’t want to see any other doctor for my care. His staff is the greatest also. Their very caring.
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Sep 2023Dr Brinkley is the nicest and most caring I have ever been to
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Sep 2023Dr Brinkley explained my current condition and the options in treatment that are available.
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Aug 2023My appt was with Dr Brinkley. He is such a kind man. He listens intently as you talk. He makes my visit feel personal.
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Aug 2023Overall great office visit.
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Aug 2023Extremely satisfied with provider
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Aug 2023Not the news I wanted but felt I will be in good hands!
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Aug 2023Dr. Brinkley and his staff are very professional and kind.
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Aug 2023Everyone was very nice and caring. First experience was a great one.
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Aug 2023Dr Brinkley was so kind and gentle in asking questions and telling me on tests and to see what treatment we need to use
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Aug 2023Very caring and courtesies. Very informative about my care.
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Aug 2023Love all the staff Dr Brinkley takes very good care of me
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Aug 2023Appointment was professional and patient centered. Physician answered all questions in an understandable manner. I was very pleased with my care.
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Aug 2023Dr. William Brinkley is the best cancer doctor in town! Would always recommend him.
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Aug 2023I have complete confidence in my caregivers at Novant
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Aug 2023Always a good experience! Dr. Brinkley is so nice and professional. He explains and he listens. I feel very comfortable and thankful to be under the care of everyone there. They all get a 10+++
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Aug 2023always personalized and overall office respect and courtesy excellent
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Jul 2023Dr. Brinkley is very professional, knowledgeable, personable and extremely valued by this patient.
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Jul 2023Great facility and health care workers!
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Jul 2023Dr. Brinkley is wonderful! He always listens to me and cares about my concerns. He is the most caring and compassionate dr. I've ever been to. T
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Jul 2023Dr. Brinkley was amazing!! He showed true concerns.
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Jul 2023Dr. Brinkley has a wonderful bedside manner and cares deeply for his patients. I would recommend him to anyone needing his services.
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Jul 2023Dr Brinkley and his staff are the best. He’s the only oncologist I will see. He truly cares about his patients and lets them know he wants the best for each one.
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Jul 2023Dr. Brinkley has a very caring manner.
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Jul 2023Dr. Brinkley always takes time to listen to concerns and answer questions. He is professional, pleasant and kind. I am thankful to have him as a provider.
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Jul 2023Dr. Brinkley is an amazing doctor who listens to me as if I were his only patient. He is truly an asset to Novant and the medical community in this area.
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Jul 2023Dr. Brinkley has always treated me with respect and kindness. Dr. Brinkley and staff are wonderful and help me feel at ease. I am so thankful for them.
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Jul 2023Dr Brinkley is a excellent Dr. He comes in sit down.He listen to what you have to say. He takes his time and answer your questions. You don't feel like he rushing you. His staff is excellent -1
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Jul 2023I’ve been coming here for about two years and every visit I felt very welcomed and all my questions and concerns was answered very friendly staff I would Recommend
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Jul 2023Dr. Brinkley is superb and I left there feeling much better than when I arrived.
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Jun 2023Extremely knowledgeable and caring. Information personalized to my visit and needs.
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Jun 2023We had excellent service and the provider is a great listener.
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Jun 2023Dr. Brinkley is very thorough! He takes time to answer your questions! He’s kind and an awesome Doctor.
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Jun 2023All personnel were courteous and professional and ensured highest health care standards were maintained while I completed my post cancer treatment checkup..
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Jun 2023Dr Brinkley is a very kind and understanding man.
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Jun 2023Dr. Brinkley and his staff are amazing….. They truly care about the well-being of their patients! I would recommend Dr. Brinkley to everyone! It doesn’t get much better than him
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Jun 2023Dr Brinkley is compassionate and definitely knowledgeable
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May 2023Dr. Brinkley rates at the very top of all the doctors I've needed or used before. Exemplary care from Dr, Brinkley and his group always is provided and I couldn't imagine a better doctor or staff. We are fortunate to have him in Salisbury!!
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May 2023The staff at the Wallace Cancer Center are amazing in how they deal with the family of patients. They do a great job of guiding the family through what to expect as someone is going thru cancer treatment ad follow up visits.
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May 2023They are always great!!!
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May 2023The staff is the most friendly than I have ever experienced. Dr. Brinkley is friendly and professional. I trust these people for my Cancer treatment. I am so happy that I could do my treatments locally and not have to travel. Salisbury should be very proud of our Cancer Center.
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May 2023Dr. Brinkley and his staff always show so much compassion for their patients
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May 2023Dr Brinkley and his staff are the best! You are treated with compassion and all your questions are answered!
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May 2023Vwry caring dr. Listens carefully & is concerned about his patients
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May 2023I believe that Dr Brinkley is concerned about my health and well-being. He takes time to listen and talk about any issues that I have. I definitely appreciate his kindness and support.
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May 2023Wish all Doctors were so caring.
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Apr 2023Dr Brinkley is a great Doctor he always explains things to me and listens to me I trust him he is very compassionate We are blessed to have him and his staff
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Apr 2023Wonderful experience with all the staff I loved it
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Apr 2023I have been a patient of Dr. Brinkley's for 8 years and have always been very satisfied with the service at his facilities.
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Apr 2023Dr Brinkley is such an asset to Rowan County and Novant. He is very compassionate and takes the time to listen and address each question. I have been a patient for years, and I was worried when he went with Novant. I thought he would be forced to provide a lesser standard of care. He has managed to keep that intact. I have trusted Dr Brinkley literally with my life, and I still count on his wisdom and care to keep me going.
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Apr 2023Dr. Brinkley is always kind and listens to you and answers any questions you may have. He is simply the best.
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Apr 2023Dr Brinkley is one of the most Professional and Considerable Doctor that I have ever known
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Apr 2023Dr. Brinkley and his staff explained what would be looked for and next steps. They were all very professional and also personable.
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Apr 2023The staff, nurses and doctors are top notch. Could not ask for better care.
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Apr 2023Dr. Brinkley is the best. He really cares about his patients. Everyone in his office is great. I highly recommend Dr. Brinkley and his office. Thank you so much for taking such great care of me and always listening to me
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Mar 2023Dr. Brinkley and his staff, definitely were very kind and informative.
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Mar 2023Dr Brinkley and his team are kind, respectful and take great care of their patients. love this team.
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Mar 2023Dr Brinkley is a fantastic doctor. He cares about his patient and I would refer any and everybody that I know to him if they needed that kind of care.
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Mar 2023Dr Brinkley is a wonderful caring person. I highly respect and recommend his care. Thank you Dr. Brinkley and staff.
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Mar 2023I couldn't ask for a better place for my cancer treatment and information. Everyone is very caring.
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Mar 2023I really liked Dr. Brinkley. He talked in terms I could clearly understand and his analogy to the bathtub full of water, the drain, and the faucet helped me understand how all of this came together. I was very satisfied.
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Mar 2023Dr. Brinkley talks to you and listens. He explains your situation to you carefully. He is a wonderful doctor.
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Mar 2023Dr Brinkley is the man. Together we laughed ,we cried. He listened to every word I said & made me feel important. I trust him with my cancer recovery.
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Mar 2023Dr. Brinkley was very caring and personable. He sat right next to me and looked me in the eye. His caring was genuine and he has a nice sense of humor.
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Mar 2023It was a scary experience going to a cancer center for the first time. The nurses and Doctor put us at ease and explained what we were there for up front. Thank goodness for the outcome that we had. Thank you.
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Mar 2023I love these people. They have always been courteous and caring. You couldn't ask for a better physician and his staff!! I would recommend them to anyone who was in need of an office. They specialize in and the care they offer.
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Location
Primary location
Wheelchair accessible
631 Mocksville Avenue, Suite 1020
Salisbury, NC 28144
Phone: 704-210-7600
Fax: 704-210-7601