Dr. David Racher, MD is an Internal Medicine Physician practicing at his clinic in Miami, FL, and dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive Internal Medicine care. He is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine and practices under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). Internists are your primary partners in lifelong health, creating comprehensive preventive care plans, coordinating essential screenings, and managing complex adult diseases to ensure your overall wellness and optimal long-term health. He serves adults (18 years and older) and is currently welcoming new patients to begin their proactive health journey. Please call (305) 595-4041 to schedule.
Dr. David Racher, MD is an internist in Miami, FL with over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Racher has extensive experience in Headache and is affiliated with medical facilities such as Baptist Hospital of Miami and Doctors Hospital. He earned his medical degree from Rush University in 1978 and is Board Certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and Board Certified in Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology. With over 45 years of dedicated experience in Internal Medicine care, he brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and compassionate care to his patients and their families. He is committed to collaborative, evidence-based medicine, creating a supportive environment where patients feel empowered to take an active role in their long-term health. Dr. Racher provides consultations primarily in English.
A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. David Racher is a vital partner in this journey, focusing on proactive strategies to protect and enhance your long-term health.
Dr. David Racher partners with you in achieving optimal health by providing comprehensive preventive care. He meticulously crafts personalized plans, orchestrating essential screenings and proactively managing potential health concerns to maintain your well-being and long-term health. His expertise extends to the complex needs of adults, ensuring a holistic approach to disease prevention and overall wellness.
By working together, you and Dr. David Racher can create a clear, actionable plan to address your unique risk factors and health goals.
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A proactive approach to health involves understanding and managing potential risks. Dr. David Racher provides expert care for a range of conditions, focusing on early detection and effective management to support your long-term wellness. Common areas of focus include:
- Cellulitis: Preventing cellulitis involves maintaining good hygiene practices and promptly treating any skin wounds to avoid infection.
- Gastritis: Addressing gastritis promptly minimizes the likelihood of developing more serious conditions such as ulcers or stomach bleeding, improving your overall health outlook.
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy (CIDP): Regular health screenings are vital for early detection of CIDP, a debilitating autoimmune disease, because proactive management minimizes nerve damage progression and improves quality of life.
- Essential Tremor: Understanding your risk factors for essential tremor and adopting preventive measures can help delay or lessen its progression, enabling you to maintain independence.
- Shingles: Shingles prevention involves understanding your risk factors and taking steps like vaccination to avoid this uncomfortable and potentially debilitating condition.
- Dizziness: Dizziness, even if occasional, warrants attention as it could indicate a problem with your heart, inner ear, or nervous system, emphasizing the importance of proactive health management.
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal): Regular health screenings can help detect low blood pressure early, allowing for proactive management and preventing potential complications associated with consistently low readings.
- Limb Pain: Limb pain, if persistent, could signal an underlying health issue, making early evaluation crucial for preventing long-term complications.
- Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis, a common type of joint pain, can be better managed with early detection and lifestyle changes to prevent further damage and disability.
- Brain Aneurysm: Managing high blood pressure and other risk factors significantly reduces your chances of developing a brain aneurysm, a crucial aspect of preventive care.
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS): Regular check-ups and proactive management of CRPS can minimize the devastating impact on your daily life, helping you maintain a healthier and more active lifestyle.
- Asthma: By actively participating in your asthma care, including regular monitoring and medication adherence, you can significantly reduce your risk of needing emergency care and improve your long-term health.
This list highlights some common health concerns and is for informational purposes only. The best way to understand your personal health and create a prevention plan is to schedule a consultation. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans are developed based on individual patient evaluations.
Taking proactive steps is central to long-term health. Dr. David Racher offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:
- TCD Bubble Test: A transcranial Doppler (TCD) bubble test is a quick, non-invasive ultrasound that checks for air bubbles in your bloodstream, which can be a sign of a serious condition requiring prompt medical attention.
- Sudoscan: Proactively monitor your nerve health with a Sudoscana painless screening tool that helps your doctor identify potential problems and implement appropriate preventative measures.
- Deep Brain Stimulation Evaluation: A deep brain stimulation evaluation helps your doctor determine if this treatment could alleviate your movement disorders and improve your quality of life.
- Dementia Evaluation: Safeguarding your future cognitive well-being involves proactive steps like a dementia evaluation, which helps screen for and diagnose memory problems early on.
- Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG): As a key part of your comprehensive health assessment, an arterial blood gas test helps your doctor assess your body's acid-base balance and identify potential problems affecting your breathing or metabolism.
- Cognitive Function Testing: Proactively assess your brain health with cognitive function testing to detect early signs of memory problems or cognitive decline.
- Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders: Take proactive steps towards better health by scheduling an evaluation and treatment for any sleep disorders that may be impacting your well-being and overall health.
- Sleep Study: Proactively address potential health risks by getting a sleep study; it's a simple yet powerful way to detect sleep disorders that may increase your risk of serious illnesses.
- Dementia or Depression Screening: Protecting your brain health is crucial; this screening assists in the early detection of dementia and depression, enabling prompt treatment and management.
- Evoked Potential Test: Taking a proactive step in managing your health, an evoked potential test can help screen for conditions affecting your brain and nervous system function, allowing for earlier diagnosis and treatment.
- Home Sleep Study: Take charge of your health with a home sleep study: it's a simple test that can detect sleep apnea and other sleep disturbances early, allowing for timely intervention and improved wellbeing.
- EEG (Electroencephalogram): Taking proactive steps towards better brain health includes an EEG, a painless test that can identify underlying conditions affecting your brain function, potentially preventing future health issues.
Service availability can change, and not all services listed may be appropriate for every patient. For a comprehensive understanding of all available services and to create your personalized screening plan, please schedule a consultation.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for Internal Medicine Physicians in Florida.
Dr. David Racher is dedicated to partnering with Caregivers to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how a proactive approach can make a tangible difference in a Adult Patient's life:
- By diligently caring for minor cuts and practicing good hygiene, a patient significantly reduced their risk of developing cellulitis, gaining confidence in their ability to maintain their health.
- By understanding and addressing potential triggers, a patient proactively managed their gastritis, significantly reducing the risk of developing more serious complications and enjoying a healthier lifestyle.
- By adhering to a proactive health plan, including regular screenings, a patient significantly reduced the risk of nerve damage progression associated with CIDP, maintaining a high quality of life. This proactive approach fostered peace of mind and empowered the patient to live their life fully.
These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. He will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.
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8940 N Kendall Dr Ste 802E, Miami, FL, 33176
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- Rush University (Medical School) - 1978
- American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine)
- American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
Here are answers to some common questions about proactive Internal Medicine care with Dr. David Racher:
- What is an Internist, and how are they different from a Family Physician?
- An internist, like Dr. Racher, is a primary care doctor who specializes in adult health. While family physicians care for people of all ages, internists have extensive training in diagnosing and treating the various medical conditions common in adults.
- How does Dr. David Racher manage patients with multiple chronic conditions?
- Dr. Racher excels at managing patients with multiple chronic conditions. He acts as the quarterback of your healthcare team, coordinating care with specialists, carefully managing medications to prevent interactions, and prioritizing your overall well-being.
- What is your approach to preventive care for adults?
- Dr. Racher's approach to preventive care emphasizes a personalized, evidence-based plan tailored to each patient's individual needs and risk factors. This includes key screenings for high blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, and cancers (colorectal, breast, prostate), as well as lifestyle recommendations to promote healthy aging. We partner with you to proactively identify and address potential health concerns.
- How do you help patients with healthy aging and geriatric concerns?
- Dr. Racher's practice focuses on helping patients maintain their independence and function as they age. We perform key geriatric assessments, including fall risk screening, memory evaluations, and medication reviews to ensure safety and appropriateness for older adults.
- What is the role of an Internist in managing autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus?
- Dr. Racher acts as a central coordinator, managing your overall health, including aspects like heart health, kidney function, and bone density. While a rheumatologist may focus on the specific autoimmune disease, Dr. Racher ensures holistic care by managing these related health concerns.
- What vaccinations are important for older adults?
- Staying up-to-date on vaccinations is a key strategy for preventing serious illness in older adults. High-dose flu shots, Shingrix (for shingles), and pneumonia vaccines (Prevnar 20 or Vaxneuvance and Pneumovax 23) are particularly important for this age group. These vaccines help protect against potentially debilitating illnesses.
- I have a complex or undiagnosed set of symptoms. Can you help?
- Yes, internists are experts in complex diagnostics. Dr. Racher excels at investigating challenging symptoms, ordering the appropriate advanced tests, and putting the pieces of the puzzle together to reach an accurate diagnosis.
- Can you help me understand my risk for stroke?
- Yes, Dr. Racher will conduct a thorough risk assessment, focusing on key preventable factors like managing high blood pressure, controlling cholesterol, treating atrial fibrillation, and counseling on smoking cessation to significantly lower your stroke risk.
8940 N Kendall Dr Ste 802E
Miami FL 33176
Phone: (305) 595-4041
Dr. David Racher, MD is regulated by the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice) in Florida and is licensed by The Florida Board of Medicine.
National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1245293042
Registration can typically be verified through The Florida Board of Medicine website or by direct inquiry.
The information on this profile, provided by weprevent.org, is for general informational purposes and to help you connect with preventive health partners. It does not constitute direct medical advice from the physician named. Internal Medicine Physicians like Dr. David Racher are skilled in helping patients create proactive health plans. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. It is always recommended to maintain open communication with your internal medicine physician about all aspects of your health and your personalized prevention plan.