Alina Popa, MD

Alina Popa, MD

Specialties:

Internal Medicine

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Bradenton Primary-Care Physician Alina Popa, MD, is your primary partner in health and connection to a healthier life.

Alina Popa, MD, is an expert in preventive care and patient-centered services proven to improve health outcomes. Dr. Popa joins our team of physicians, advanced providers and staff who lead the nation in the quality of care they deliver.

  • Education: Doctor of Medicine, Carol Davila School of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
  • Residency: Internal Medicine, St. Joseph Hospital, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
  • Fellowship: Infectious Diseases, Jackson Memorial Hospital, University of Miami, Miami, Florida
  • Specialty: Internal Medicine, Infectious Disease
  • Clinical Interests: Infectious disease including HIV, women’s health, STD treatment and testing, geriatric care, treatment of patients with co-morbid conditions, treatment of chronic conditions
  • Languages: English, Romanian, Basic Spanish
  • Hobbies: Swimming, hiking, and international travel
  • Philosophy of Care: My philosophy is care is to listen to my patients! I have them involved in the decision making and a part of the plan. Autonomy is something I encourage my patients to practice in my care.
  • Why did you choose medicine? I always loved science especially microbiology and pharmacology, so field of medicine was logical for me. With time and experience, I grew to understand that being a doctor is a noble job, a privilege, and responsibility to help people that are vulnerable. It is ultimately what kept me going.