About
Dr. David La Vine earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of California, San Diego. He holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. La Vine brings over a decade of experience in preventive primary care and chronic disease management. Before joining MD², he served as Assistant Medical Director at the Scripps Center for Executive Health in La Jolla. He also held clinical roles at Scripps Clinic Medical Group and Home Physicians Medical Group in San Diego. His clinical focus includes complex chronic disease management and prevention strategies for cardiovascular disease and cancer. San Diego recognized him as a Top Doc. He mentors emerging physicians as an Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine for the Scripps Green Residency program. He volunteers at St. Leo's Medical Clinic throughout the year. Outside medicine, he enjoys snowboarding, hiking, and camping with his family through Adventure Guides.
Education & Training
Medical School
Medical College of Georgia, Augusta
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of California, San Diego
Additional Training
Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine, Scripps Green Residency program
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. La Vine right for?
Dr. La Vine is a strong fit for adults seeking a proactive approach to long-term health. Patients managing complex chronic conditions, cardiovascular risk, or cancer prevention benefit from his clinical depth. He works well with those who value a physician who listens carefully and engages as a true partner. His executive health background makes him a natural fit for busy professionals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. La Vine focuses on complex chronic disease management, cardiovascular disease prevention, and cancer prevention strategies. He also delivers comprehensive preventive primary care. His background as a former Assistant Medical Director at the Scripps Center for Executive Health informs his approach to proactive, long-term wellness.
Yes. Dr. La Vine is a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at UC San Diego.
Dr. La Vine completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of California, San Diego. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta.
Dr. La Vine served as Assistant Medical Director at the Scripps Center for Executive Health in La Jolla. He also held clinical roles at Scripps Clinic Medical Group and Home Physicians Medical Group in San Diego.
Yes. San Diego recognized Dr. La Vine as a Top Doc. He also serves as an Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine for the Scripps Green Residency program, mentoring the next generation of internists.
Yes. Dr. La Vine serves as an Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine for the Scripps Green Residency program. He mentors emerging physicians and contributes to the development of internal medicine training.
Dr. La Vine believes attentive listening, mutual respect, and enthusiastic partnership drive meaningful health outcomes. He takes a thoughtful, patient-centered approach and builds long-term relationships with each patient.
Yes. Dr. La Vine volunteers at St. Leo's Medical Clinic throughout the year. Community health and service are important parts of his professional life outside the practice.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026