Dr. A. Richard AdrounyM.D.

Internal Medicine

at Verdi Health — San Rafael, CA

About

Dr. A. Richard Adrouny serves as Medical Director at Verdi Health, bringing more than four decades of experience to the Bay Area medical community. He earned his undergraduate degree at Duke University and his medical degree at Tulane University School of Medicine. His training spans internal medicine, medical oncology, and hematology.

Dr. Adrouny holds board certification in both Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and a member of both the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Hematology. Over his career, he has led oncology programs, published research in top medical journals, and pioneered new approaches to patient care. He is passionate about preventive medicine, difficult diagnostic problems, and second opinion consultations for cancer and complex cases. His approach centers on listening carefully, examining the whole patient, explaining findings clearly, and remaining actively involved in each patient's care over time.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

Duke University

Medical School

Tulane University School of Medicine

Additional Training

Training in internal medicine, medical oncology, and hematology

Certifications

Board Certified in Internal MedicineBoard Certified in Medical OncologyFellow of the American College of Physicians

Conditions Treated

hypertensiondiabeteshigh cholesterolasthmaobesityautoimmune disorderschronic lung diseasecanceranemiaosteoporosisdementiaerectile dysfunctionmenopausal symptomsvitamin deficiencieshemochromatosisthrombosiscardiovascular diseaseinfectious diseasehormonal disorders

Who is Dr. Adrouny right for?

Dr. Adrouny is a strong fit for adults who want a physician deeply invested in prevention and long-term health. Patients managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, or autoimmune disorders benefit from his broad internal medicine background. His oncology and hematology training makes him especially valuable for patients navigating a cancer diagnosis or seeking a second opinion. He also serves patients facing complex or unresolved diagnostic problems that other providers have struggled to clarify.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Adrouny treats a wide range of adult medical conditions. These include hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, asthma, obesity, autoimmune disorders, chronic lung disease, osteoporosis, anemia, dementia, cardiovascular disease, hormonal disorders, and vitamin deficiencies. He also manages thrombosis, hemochromatosis, infectious disease, and menopausal and erectile dysfunction symptoms.

Yes. Dr. Adrouny holds board certification in both Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, and a member of the American Society of Hematology.

Dr. Adrouny earned his undergraduate degree at Duke University and his medical degree at Tulane University School of Medicine. He completed training in internal medicine, medical oncology, and hematology. He has practiced medicine in the Bay Area for more than four decades.

Yes. Dr. Adrouny provides second opinion consultations for patients who have received a cancer diagnosis. His oncology background allows him to independently review a diagnosis and treatment plan. The goal is to give patients greater clarity and confidence before making major treatment decisions.

Yes. Dr. Adrouny has a strong interest in complex and unresolved diagnostic cases. Patients who have not received clear answers elsewhere can schedule a difficult diagnostic problem consultation. His training across internal medicine, oncology, and hematology gives him a broad clinical foundation for these cases.

Dr. Adrouny listens carefully and examines the whole patient rather than focusing solely on a single symptom or diagnosis. He explains findings clearly and stays actively involved in each patient's care over time. His practice philosophy holds that every patient deserves to be treated as an individual, not as a diagnosis or a name on a schedule.

Yes. Dr. Adrouny prescribes GLP-1 inhibitor medications, including Ozempic and Wegovy, for obesity management. He pairs these prescriptions with nutrition and lifestyle guidance as part of a broader weight management plan.

Dr. Adrouny's specialties include internal medicine, medical oncology, hematology, and preventive medicine. That combination allows him to provide both comprehensive primary care and specialized insight into cancer, blood disorders, and complex chronic conditions. Few primary care physicians bring this range of expertise to a concierge setting.

Doctor profile last updated October 31, 2026