About
David A. LeVine, MD, CMD, holds dual board certifications in Family Medicine and Geriatrics, and he earned his medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine in 1986. He completed both his internship and Family Medicine residency at Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg, graduating in 1989. Before medical school, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Emory University in 1982.
Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Dr. LeVine returned home in 1986 to build his practice alongside his father and two brothers, all of whom practiced medicine in the same community. He has served as Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director of Menorah Manor since 1990 and as Medical Director of Arden Courts at Seminole since 2016. He holds the CMD credential through the American Medical Directors Association and serves as a Clinical Preceptor for geriatrics residency programs at Bayfront Medical Center, Northside Hospital and Heart Institute, and Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is passionate about Alzheimer's disease, dementia care, and genetic testing for personalized medicine. Castle Connolly recognized him as a Top Doctor every year from 2012 through 2024. The American Medical Directors Association named him Medical Director of the Year in 2016. He received the Frist Humanitarian Award from St. Petersburg General Hospital and the Humanitarian of the Year honor from the Association of Jewish Aging Services, both in 2014. He published "Macroamylasemia: A Simple Stepwise Approach to Diagnosis" in the Journal of the American Board of Family Physicians. He frequently lectures to physicians and community members on medicine and geriatrics, and he remains active in both the local medical and Jewish communities.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Emory University, Bachelor of Science in Biology, 1982
Medical School
University of Miami School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1986
Residency
Bayfront Medical Center, Family Medicine, 1987-1989
Additional Training
Internship: Bayfront Medical Center, 1986-1987
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. LeVine right for?
Dr. LeVine works well with adults who want a physician who takes a proactive, prevention-focused approach to their health. Older adults managing chronic conditions, memory concerns, or complex care needs benefit especially from his geriatric expertise. Patients navigating Alzheimer's disease or dementia, as well as their families, find strong support in his decades of specialized experience. He also serves adults of all ages seeking thorough annual care, well-women exams, and personalized wellness planning. Patients who value a physician available around the clock will feel well-matched here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. LeVine specializes in Family Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, and Preventive Medicine. He holds dual board certifications in Family Medicine and Geriatrics. He brings particular depth to Alzheimer's disease, dementia care, and genetic testing for personalized medicine.
Yes, Dr. LeVine holds dual board certifications through the American Board of Family Medicine, covering both Family Medicine and Geriatrics. He also holds the CMD credential through the American Medical Directors Association.
Dr. LeVine earned his medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine in 1986. He completed both his internship and Family Medicine residency at Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg, finishing in 1989. Before medical school, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Emory University in 1982.
Dr. LeVine has practiced in St. Petersburg for more than 30 years. Born and raised in the city, he returned home in 1986 and built his practice alongside family members who also practiced medicine in the community.
Yes, Alzheimer's disease and dementia care rank among Dr. LeVine's deepest clinical interests. He has spent decades helping patients and families navigate memory loss. He also applies his geriatric expertise as Medical Director at two long-term care facilities in the area.
Castle Connolly recognized Dr. LeVine as a Top Doctor every year from 2012 through 2024. The American Medical Directors Association named him Medical Director of the Year in 2016. He also received the Frist Humanitarian Award from St. Petersburg General Hospital and the Humanitarian of the Year honor from the Association of Jewish Aging Services, both in 2014.
Yes, Dr. LeVine serves as a Clinical Preceptor for geriatrics residency programs at Bayfront Medical Center, Northside Hospital and Heart Institute, and Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He also frequently lectures to physicians and community members on medicine and geriatrics.
Dr. LeVine treats every patient as a partner in their health. He focuses on wellness and prevention, addressing health proactively rather than reactively. He ensures each visit ends with every question answered.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026