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Dr. David Ernst is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in geriatric medicine, focusing on the comprehensive care of older adults. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency training at St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center. With 57 years of medical experience, Dr. Ernst brings extensive knowledge to his practice serving patients in the San Rafael area.
Dr. Ernst practices at San Rafael Medical Center in San Rafael, California, where he provides care for adult patients with a particular emphasis on the unique health needs of seniors. His dual expertise in internal medicine and geriatric medicine allows him to address both general adult health concerns and the specialized medical challenges that often accompany aging. He serves patients throughout the San Rafael and Mill Valley communities.
Dr. Ernst practices at San Rafael Medical Center in San Rafael, California, where he provides care for adult patients with a particular emphasis on the unique health needs of seniors. His dual expertise in internal medicine and geriatric medicine allows him to address both general adult health concerns and the specialized medical challenges that often accompany aging. He serves patients throughout the San Rafael and Mill Valley communities.
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Quick Facts
- 57 years of experience
- St Marys Hospital Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. David Richard Ernst has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. David Richard Ernst, MD | Eric Harker | Dr. George Mousa, MD | Karthikeyan Viswanathan, DO |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 57 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Tamil | ||
| San Rafael , CA | Lyons , CO | Upland , CA | Palo Alto , CA |
| Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. David Richard Ernst has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. David Richard Ernst has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
57 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at St Marys Hospital Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1969.
NPI Number
Dr. Ernst's NPI number is 1720178411.
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