Anthony Ragusa, MD, FACP
Internal Medicine
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About Anthony Ragusa, MD, FACP
I welcome the opportunity and privilege to help better the health of my Rochester hometown community. As your personal doctor, I am committed to providing a heightened level of personalized attention, with an emphasis on prevention and wellness. From early detection, to coaching on lifestyle changes, I work with my patients to help identify risks, prevent disease and optimize treatment. When a patient joins my MDVIP‐affiliated practice, they become a part of my healthcare family. Patients can contact me when they need me – during and after hours – and appointments are not rushed.
Enjoying a smaller practice permits me to spend quality time with each patient and advocate for smart care, not more care. The time available allows me to form a very close bond with my patients to facilitate a level of trust and comfort. My patients are known to me as people. Understanding their personal history, as well as their medical history, I can deliver more individualized care and help them navigate challenges as they arise. As a specialist in internal medicine, I am skilled in diabetic care, cardiovascular disease, asthma, COPD, cholesterol and blood pressure treatment. Together, we can take a more preventive approach to medicine to help you enjoy a healthier life in the decades to come.
Unlike many traditional primary care physicians, I have admitting privileges at Unity (Park Ridge) and Rochester General hospitals, which are part of Rochester Regional Health. I am committed to your care and will continue to be your physician in and out of the hospital. In the event you require hospitalization, I can be at your bedside directing your care as your hospitalist. If you go to another facility, I can advocate for your care and oversee your follow‐up care. Your continuity of care is essential; I am your physician in the office, in the hospital and at home. As the quarterback of your healthcare team, I can help arrange care with specialists as needed, along with my highly committed staff.
My patients appreciate my dedication to remaining up to date with current medical information, guidelines and research. I have completed a preceptorship in the BaleDoneen Method®, a unique comprehensive and science‐based approach for better detecting, preventing and treating cardiovascular disease. This training supports my commitment to the prevention of stroke and heart attack and has helped me gain deeper insights into the factors that can put patients at risk for these events. I am honored to be a consulting physician for the Wellness Dentistry Network, which also strives to focus on prevention.
Prioritize your most valued asset – your health. Call Ann, Andrea, or Holly to schedule a complimentary meeting to learn more about my MDVIP‐affiliated primary care practice. The ability to positively impact the lives of so many is such a privilege. We should not lose sight of medicine’s primary goal: meeting the unique health needs of each patient.
Cooperstown, NY
Internal Medicine 1992-1995
Staten Island, NY
1991-1992
Padova, Italy
Doctorate of Medicine, Dentistry and Surgery 1991
Syracuse, NY
Master of Science, Psychology 1975
Potsdam, NY
Bachelor of Science, Psychology 1973
Partners in Wellness Dentistry Endorsed Provider
Rochester General Hospital
Clinical Guidelines Committee, Greater Rochester Independent Practice Association 2003-present
Member, Greater Rochester Independent Practice Association 2003-present
Primary Care Council, Rochester General Hospital 2000-present
Unity Health System
- Member, Cancer Committee 1997-present
- Member, Critical Care Committee 1997-present
- Member, Tumor Conference 1997-present
Preceptor, Medical School Residency Program, University of Rochester 1997-2004 and 2013-2021
Preceptor, Internal Medicine Residency Program, Unity Health System, Department of Medicine 2000-2013
Community Excellence Award for Teaching, Unity Health System
Recognition for Delivery of Quality Cardiovascular and Stroke Care
- American Stroke Association
- American Heart Association
- American Committee for Quality Assurance
Teaching Award, Internal Medicine Residency Program, Unity Health System
American Academy of Family Physicians
American Medical Association
Medical Society of the State of New York
Monroe County Medical Society
European Union
Benefits of joining Dr. Ragusa's practice with MDVIP
The office of Anthony Ragusa, MD, FACP
| Mon | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
What our members are saying
Reviews from the web
None better.
I highly recommend Dr. Ragusa to anyone seeking a highly skilled and compassionate physician.
As far as I’m concerned and also the rest of my family we are in great hands with Dr. Ragusa and his head nurse Ann. They are the
BEST Medical team any family could have.
It is quite a change from my previous doctor who spent less than 10 minutes with me regardless of my presenting concerns. Dr Ragusa spends anywhere from 40 minutes to an hour with me to get an accurate idea of me and my concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.
Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.
MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.
**The message above is a personal introduction from the physician, intended to help you get to know them better. The views, opinions, and statements expressed above are solely those of the physician and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of MDVIP. This content is intended for general background purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Any mentions of expertise or quality of care are personal expressions and should not be interpreted as guarantees of performance or outcomes.