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 work focuses on the geriatric population, helping reduce hospital readmission rates while improving care quality. As a certified medical director, she has guided multiple California and Maryland facilities, leading efforts prioritizing patient stability and long-term health outcomes.
Dr. Morad's clinical experience includes hospitals, rehabilitation centers, ICUs, home health, and outpatient services. She focuses on the rehabilitation of patients with complex conditions, especially older adults managing multiple diagnoses. Her care during the COVID-19 pandemic included pre- and post-hospitalization support, ensuring patients recovered safely. She continues prioritizing treatment plans that meet individual patient needs with attention and care.
Her preventive care efforts include educating individuals on managing chronic conditions, quitting smoking, and making healthier lifestyle choices. She has developed and led community-based health programs for underserved populations, focusing on women’s health, occupational safety, and STD prevention. These efforts reflect her belief in proactive care and early intervention.
Rasha Morad has worked to improve operational systems within clinical practices by implementing EMR platforms like GehriMed and PointClickCare. These systems helped ensure HIPAA compliance and better documentation. She keeps her clinical practices updated with current guidelines and uses her bilingual skills in English and Arabic to improve communication with patients from diverse backgrounds.
In rural clinics, she serves as an Internal Medicine physician who helps bridge gaps in access to care. Her responsibilities include supporting other providers, guiding patient recovery plans, and preventing unnecessary hospital readmissions. She works directly with older patients and those needing close follow-up care, particularly after hospitalization or rehabilitation.
As a Medical Director and Attending Physician, Dr. Morad oversees in-patient services in post-acute and skilled nursing settings. Her work includes supervising recovery plans, mentoring nursing staff, and managing transitions from hospital to home. She focuses on consistent care standards while helping patients recover safely and steadily in supportive environments.