About
Dr. Marina Gafanovich is a board-certified internal medicine physician with over 20 years of clinical experience. She earned her MD from Sackler School of Medicine at Tel Aviv University and completed her residency in internal medicine at North Shore University Hospital. The American Board of Internal Medicine certifies her, and she holds an affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine.
Dr. Gafanovich practices in both Aventura, FL and New York, giving patients seamless continuity across both regions. Her clinical focus spans preventive care, metabolic health, cardiovascular risk, obesity, and ADHD continuation of treatment. She speaks English and Russian, broadening her reach among diverse patient communities. Castle Connolly named her a Top Doctor, and she received the Patients' Choice Award in 2011. She holds membership in the New York County Medical Society. Her guiding belief is that time, access, and careful listening form the true foundation of good medicine.
Education & Training
Medical School
Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University
Residency
Internal Medicine, North Shore University Hospital
Certifications
Languages
English, Russian
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Gafanovich right for?
Dr. Gafanovich is a strong fit for adults who want a long-term physician relationship grounded in prevention and clinical judgment. Patients managing metabolic conditions, cardiovascular risk, or obesity benefit from her evidence-based, individualized approach. She works well with patients who split their time between Florida and New York and need consistent care across both states. Patients with an established ADHD diagnosis seeking ongoing treatment management also find her practice a practical fit. Her bilingual fluency in English and Russian makes her especially accessible to Russian-speaking patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Gafanovich focuses on internal medicine with particular attention to metabolic health, obesity, cardiovascular risk factors, and ADHD continuation of care. She also provides comprehensive preventive care, pre-travel consultations, and pre-operative and pre-employment medical clearances. Her clinical scope covers the full breadth of adult internal medicine.
Yes. Dr. Gafanovich holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She also maintains an academic affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine and a hospital affiliation with New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center.
Dr. Gafanovich earned her MD from Sackler School of Medicine at Tel Aviv University. She then completed her internal medicine residency at North Shore University Hospital.
Yes. Dr. Gafanovich practices in both Aventura, FL and New York. This dual-state presence allows patients who divide their time between the two regions to maintain a consistent relationship with the same physician.
No. Dr. Gafanovich provides continuation of care only for patients with a previously established ADHD diagnosis. She does not perform new diagnostic evaluations for ADHD. Patients must provide prior medical records confirming their diagnosis and treatment history.
Dr. Gafanovich speaks both English and Russian, making her practice accessible to Russian-speaking patients in the Aventura area.
Yes. Castle Connolly has named Dr. Gafanovich a Top Doctor, and she received the Patients' Choice Award in 2011. She is also a member of the New York County Medical Society.
Dr. Gafanovich takes a physician-led, evidence-based approach to weight management. She starts with a thorough medical evaluation covering each patient's history, risk factors, and goals. When clinically appropriate, she discusses FDA-approved medication options alongside lifestyle guidance, with ongoing monitoring built into the plan.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026