Dr. Rawi is an experienced physician leader who specializes in providing care to older adults. A native of San Diego County, Dr Rawi has devoted his career to caring for the aging population. Hestrives to provide patient-centered care, creating a partnership with patients and their families. He aims to provide care that is respectful of individual preferences, needs and values, ensuring that his patients’ values guide all clinical decisions.
Dr Rawi is a board-certified internist with a specialization in geriatric medicine. He is an Associate Clinical Professor with the Department of Geriatric Medicine at UCSD where he was previously honored with the Excellence in Clinical Teaching Award. Dr Rawi received his medical degree from the Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences as well as an MBA in Healthcare Administration at Rockhurst University. He then went on to complete his residency in Internal Medicine at The University of Southern California followed by a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at UCLA.
Dr Rawi is an accomplished medical director, supporting patients and families throughout the full continuum of care and the transitions between them; from acute inpatient hospitalization to post-acute skilled nursing as well as providing care in the home and at the end of life. Dr Rawi is also a board-certified hospice medical director.
When not busy at work Dr Rawi enjoys traveling or spending time outdoors with his wife and their two boys.