This doctor is incredible. I have never had any other physician spend that amount of time to hear out my symptoms and work hard to find resolution. I felt very comfortable with him and his bedside manner was impeccable with some humor that made it all feel easier. After some testing, he knew exactly where and who to refer me to after years of pain. He ensured me that if I wasn’t able to find relief through that referral, he would figure it out. I am forever grateful to have found such a fabulous Dr. who truly cares about his patients and his work. Because of him, my life has changed dramatically- I am functional, and pain free. Cannot recommend him enough, he is the best.

Very arrogant man behind closed doors. No bedside manner whatsoever. I hope the UCSD medical staff will review this someday. People need help. I was diagnosed with MS in 2011.Please reach out to Dr Charles Smith or any other neurologist at Scripps hospital.

So grateful to have Dr. Kinkel as my neurologist. Exceptionally knowledgeable and has many years of experience in tackling MS. I love his integrative approach and how you can ask questions without irritation. Also, his team and staff are very kind and hard working. He makes sure to treat your ms relapses without you having to beg or prove that your going through one like I have had to do in the past unfortunately with other neuros. He always makes sure to put you on the right Multiple sclerosis therapy and listens to your concerns about side effects. Allows you to be in control of your ms and not the other way around. Very blessed thank you !

Best Neuro mom has ever had. So patient and kind. Plus exceptionally knowledgeable.

I’ve had over 3 doctors for MS, and Doctor Kinckel has been the best 👌

Dr Kinkel is a kind and compassionate doctor that is very knowledgeable great at what he does! We are blessed to have him as part of our daughters care team!

I was apprehensive about meeting Dr. Kinkel due to some negative reviews posted online about him. But after my 1st visit with him, I can say confidently that I did not have a bad experience at all. To the contrary, Dr. Kinkel and the entire staff, including his assistant and medical student in training, treated me with the utmost respect, courteousness and professionalism. Dr. Kinkel took his time listening to me explain my medical issues and he spoke in a very kind manner. I was truly comfortable and left feeling very satisfied that he really cared about me and would do his very best to help me!

Dr Kinkle, is an amazing Doctor. he has helped get me back on the road to a full life which is hard with MS

Brilliant Doctor, The community is extremely lucky to have him practicing and doing research in San Diego.

If you want to die choose this doctor.