Rasha Morad MD
Physician in Monterey, CA, United States
Rasha Morad, MD, has dedicated more than 30 years to supporting patients through post-acute care, subacute rehabilitation, long-term care, and chronic hospital services. Her career has remained centered on the geriatric population, where she continues to help reduce hospital readmission rates and strengthen overall quality of care. As a Certified Medical Director, she has guided multiple facilities across California and Maryland, leading teams with a steady focus on patient stability, coordinated care, and long-term health outcomes. Her leadership has supported measurable improvements in patient transitions, safety, and recovery patterns within complex care environments.
Dr. Rasha Morad's clinical background includes extensive work across hospitals, rehabilitation centers, ICUs, home health programs, and outpatient services. Over the years, she has developed expertise in caring for patients with multiple diagnoses and medically complex conditions. A significant portion of her work involves rehabilitation support for older adults who require careful monitoring, consistent communication, and individualized treatment planning. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she played an essential role in both pre- and post-hospitalization care, ensuring that patients received timely follow-up, safe recovery plans, and comprehensive oversight during a challenging and critical period in healthcare.
Her commitment to preventive medicine has been a central part of her practice. Dr. Morad regularly educates patients on managing chronic conditions, adopting healthier habits, and understanding the importance of early intervention. She has also developed and led community health programs that address the needs of underserved populations. These initiatives include outreach programs in women’s health, occupational safety education, and STD prevention, all designed to reduce risk factors and promote long-term wellness. Her preventive approach reflects her belief that patient education and community-focused support are essential components of better healthcare outcomes.
In addition to her clinical work, Rasha Morad has played a key role in improving operational systems within the facilities she serves. She has overseen the implementation of EMR platforms such as GehriMed and PointClickCare to strengthen documentation, enhance communication, and ensure HIPAA compliance. She continues to maintain alignment with current clinical guidelines, updates in care standards, and advancements in medical practice operations. Her bilingual fluency in English and Arabic has also enabled her to build stronger relationships with patients from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, ensuring more transparent communication and a more inclusive care experience.
In rural primary care and outpatient settings, she serves as an Internal Medicine physician committed to reducing gaps in access to care. Her responsibilities include supporting local providers, guiding recovery plans for older adults, and preventing unnecessary hospital readmissions. She works closely with patients who require careful monitoring after hospitalization or rehabilitation, providing follow-up that strengthens continuity of care.
As a Medical Director and Attending Physician, Rasha Morad, MD, also oversees inpatient services in skilled nursing and post-acute environments. Her role includes supervising medical recovery plans, mentoring nursing teams, managing transitions from hospital to home, and ensuring consistent adherence to care standards and protocols. Through her leadership, she continues to support safe recovery, structured care coordination, and steady patient progress in every setting she serves.