Nicole Borau, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
4.8
226 ratings, 41 comments
Endocrinology Samaritan
2577 Samaritan Dr, Ste 820, 840, 860 - 2nd Floor, San Jose, CA 95124
Office Number
408-871-3400New Patient Visits
Online Booking
Dr. Nicole Borau is an endocrinologist. She specializes in treating disorders of the thyroid, parathyroid, pituitary and adrenal glands, as well as diabetes, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and metabolic bone disease.
"Chronic disease can be overwhelming and put a great deal of stress on patients and their family members. My goal is to help patients combine a healthy lifestyle with the best available medical care in order to maintain their health and quality of life," says Dr. Borau.
Dr. Borau is committed to helping her patients fully understand their diagnoses, test results and treatment options. She then partners with them to develop a care plan that produces the best possible outcomes while taking into consideration their unique needs and circumstances.
Outside her practice, Dr. Borau enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, running and working in her garden.
About Nicole
Specialties
Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Gender
Female
Languages
English
Education
Albany Medical College
Medical School
University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital
Residency, Internal Medicine
University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital
Internship, Internal Medicine
Stanford University
Fellowship, Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism
Patient Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
4.8 out of 5
226 ratings,
41 reviews
8/28/2026
I think Dr Borau is a great medical doctor.
8/27/2026
I'm pleased I found this provider.
7/30/2026
Dr Boreau was amazing! She took the time to ask questions and listened.
7/21/2026
Would definitely recommend this provider
7/20/2026
Provider raised the idea of switching one of my medications but I felt she didn't explain why the switch would be warranted or what the hoped-for benefit would be.
7/19/2026
The provider was knowledgeable, patient, great listener, compassionate, organized, efficient and exceptionally helpful
7/15/2026
Excellent.
7/14/2026
Dr. Borau always listens and doesn't push to add new medication unless it is really necessary
7/13/2026
LOVE Dr Borau. She's the best.
7/7/2026
She has too many patients. I wanted to reschuxle and could only mo r 6 months out
7/3/2026
I am happy to have an Endocrinologist who is willing to help me to control my diabetes.
7/2/2026
Excellent.
6/16/2026
Dr Boreau is fantastic and phenomenal. On my first visit months ago, she switched my cholesterol medication and my number is dramatically Improved. I am very fortunate. She's my doctor.
6/15/2026
This is I believe my third visit to Dr. Borau. Dr. Borau was a referral by my primary care physician. I am extremely happy with the care, treatment and advice that I am receiving from Dr. Borau. My type 2 diabetes is under control for the first time in a long time.
6/9/2026
Excellent.
6/9/2026
Dr Borau is the best! She is thorough, a good listener, friendly and open to any questions or concerns I have.
6/7/2026
Over the years Dr Borau has been excellent in diagnosing and effectively treating my pre-diabetes and thyroid diseases.
6/5/2026
She was great. I did not feel rushed and she talked through all the issues and recommendations with me, making sure I was comfortable with the follow up plan.
5/15/2026
Thorough; very helpful; good plan
4/28/2026
Dr Borau is an excellent doctor, in addition to being friendly and outgoing.
4/28/2026
Dr Borau took time to listen to my concerns and addressed them.
4/25/2026
Dr. Borau listens well and expresses herself clearly.
4/24/2026
Excellent!
4/18/2026
Doctor Nicole Borau is wonderful. The care and concern she shows for her patients is the best.
4/1/2026
I feel we approach my health plan as a team
3/25/2026
Easy to understand, professional, and answers any questions I may have to my satisfaction.
3/20/2026
100 percent
2/24/2026
Exceptional first visit and with a tumor I had all kinds of concerns which the doctor confidently and knowingly handled.
2/13/2026
Dr Borau is very professional and knowledgeable. She explains everything in terms you can understand and she is very friendly.
2/11/2026
Glad she is my endocrinologist
2/8/2026
This was the second time I visited Dr. Borau. She appears to be an excellent physician and recommend her to anyone needing an endocrinologist.
1/27/2026
Awesome Dr. Always positive and checks all the boxes to make sure I am set for success
1/17/2026
Doctor was very professional
12/16/2025
Excellent
12/5/2025
Dr Borau is an excellent Endocrinologist.a good listener, answers questions thoroughly, is very knowledgeable. Oh, and she's friendly, too.
12/4/2025
This was my first time seeing Dr Borau and I was very impressed with her! She was extremely thorough and understood my prior history right away. Her recommendations made perfect sense.
12/3/2025
No problems with the doctor
11/11/2025
Great, caring, and knowledgeable doctor and nurse
10/31/2025
First time meeting with Dr. Borau. Dr. Borau is a very personable physician. She is very easy to talk to and placed me at ease. First impression was fantastic.
10/25/2025
Excellent.
10/25/2025
It was a good experience to meet her and her attention was good.
Insurance Coverage
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Aetna Choice POS II
Aetna Health Network Only HMO
Aetna Health Network Option
Aetna HMO
Aetna Managed Choice POS
Aetna Open Access Aenta Select EPO
Aetna Open Access Elect Choice EPO
Aetna Open Access Managed Choice POS
Aetna Open Choice PPO
Aetna Quality POS (QPOS)
Aetna Selct EPO
Anthem Blue Cross of California Anthem Blue Access PPO
Anthem Blue Cross of California Anthem Blue PPO/EPO
Anthem Blue Cross of California Anthem Blue Preferred Select & Preferred Blue
Anthem Blue Cross of California BlueCard PPO
Anthem Blue Cross of California Keycare PPO
Anthem Blue Cross of California PPO
Anthem Blue Cross of California PPO Metallic Plans (Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze)
Anthem Blue Cross of California Prudent Buyer PPO
Blue Shield of California Advantage EPO
Blue Shield of California Alliance Select
Blue Shield of California Basic Blue / Blue Card / Blue Newtork
Blue Shield of California Blue Choice
Blue Shield of California Blue Options / Blue Preferred
Blue Shield of California CalPERS Gold & Platinum
Blue Shield of California PPO / EPO
Blue Shield of California PPO Metallic Plans (Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze)
Blue Shield of California TriNet III PPO
Cigna HMO
Cigna HMO POS
Cigna Network
Cigna Network POS
Cigna Open Access Plus
Cigna PPO
Cigna PPO Tiered
HealthNet Blue & Gold HMO
HealthNet Employer Sponsored Medicare Advantage
HealthNet EPO
HealthNet ExcelCare Elect Out of Access POS
HealthNet ExcelCare HMO
HealthNet HMO
HealthNet Medicare COB
HealthNet POS
HealthNet PPO
HealthNet SmartCare HMO
HealthNet Standard Elect Out of Access POS
HealthNet Standard HMO
HealthNet Standard POS
Medicare
SCAN Health Plan Medicare Advantage HMO - Agreement terminates effective 12/31/26
TRICARE West Tricare Prime
TRICARE West Tricare Prime Remote
TRICARE West Tricare Reserve Select
TRICARE West Tricare Retired Reserve
TRICARE West Tricare Select
TRICARE West Tricare Young Adult
United Healthcare Core and Core Essentials
United Healthcare Select and Select Plus
United Healthcare Surest
UnitedHealthcare Choice and Choice Plus
UnitedHealthcare EDGE
UnitedHealthcare Navigate
UnitedHealthcare NexasACO
UnitedHealthcare Options PPO Plans
UnitedHealthcare SignatureValue Plans
UnitedHealthcare Tired Benefit Plans
Valley Health Plan Covered California HMO
Valley Health Plan HMO Classic / Select
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Endocrinology Samaritan
2577 Samaritan Dr, Ste 820, 840, 860 - 2nd Floor,San Jose, CA 95124