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About David Franco, MD
I believe that patients seek more than just the absence of illness. They want to feel vigorous. I think they also need a doctor who doesn’t cave to gimmicks; rather, one who can cut through the clutter and offer evidence-based, comprehensive medical care. I hope that the patient of today wants a doctor who knows them from head to toe as opposed to treating them like an assembly line bundle of organs. That is the physician that I strive to be.
I’m a board certified internal medicine doctor who works out of the greater Tampa Bay, FL, area and sees patients at St. Joseph’s Hospital. I thrive on helping patients who have complex medical cases and diagnoses. In addition, I enjoy supporting patients for whom performance, wellness and digital data interpretation gathered from wearable health devices are meaningful. I have a passion for evidence-based nutritional approaches toward weight loss, strength and overall performance in addition to supplementation.
I enjoy CrossFit®, strength sports and athleticism in general. I’m also a lifelong practitioner of chess, martial arts and basic tactical training, which I balance with Zen meditation.
My MDVIP-affiliated medical practice, often compared to a concierge medicine practice, offers conveniences like same- or next-day appointments with minimal waiting. I look forward to meeting you if you decide to choose me as your primary care provider!
Orlando, FL
Internal Medicine 2010-2012
Chief Resident
Orlando, FL
2009-2010
Quindío, Colombia
Doctorate of Medicine 2004
1st place prize for poster presentation annual FMA meeting 2011
ACP Resident of the year for the year 2009-2010
Benefits of joining Dr. Franco's practice with MDVIP
The office of David Franco, MD
| Mon | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
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.