About
Raisa Lerner, MD, earned her medical degree from Ural State Medical University. She completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Cleveland. Dr. Lerner holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine.
She brings a long-term perspective to patient care, prioritizing proactive conversations about health risks before they become serious problems. Her clinical interests span medication adherence, nutrition, physical activity, chronic disease management, sleep health, and mindfulness. Dr. Lerner treats conditions including cardiovascular disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, obesity, anemia, hypothyroidism, sleep apnea, depression, anxiety, and fatigue. She values thorough examinations and extended office time, believing that answering questions and addressing concerns fully is central to good medicine. At Spry, she collaborates closely with Dr. O'Byrne Gopal on complex patient cases.
Education & Training
Medical School
Ural State Medical University
Residency
Mount Sinai Medical Center, Cleveland
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Lerner right for?
Dr. Lerner is a strong match for patients managing multiple chronic conditions, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and hypertension. Patients who want a physician who takes time for thorough examinations and detailed conversations about their medications will appreciate her style. She works well with adults who want a proactive partner in preventing long-term health risks. Her focus on sleep health and mindfulness also makes her a good fit for patients dealing with fatigue or stress-related concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Lerner treats cardiovascular disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, obesity, anemia, hypothyroidism, sleep apnea, depression, anxiety, fatigue, and chronic illness. She takes a proactive approach, working to identify and address health risks early before they progress.
Yes. Dr. Lerner holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She earned her MD from Ural State Medical University and completed her residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Cleveland.
Dr. Lerner believes every patient deserves time for a comprehensive examination and honest conversation. She prioritizes discussing each medication and how it relates to a patient's specific conditions. She also takes a long-term perspective, addressing potential health concerns before they become serious.
Dr. Lerner focuses on chronic disease management, medication adherence, nutrition and physical activity, sleep health, and mindfulness. She is particularly attentive to patients whose conditions require careful monitoring and lifestyle adjustments over time.
Dr. Lerner earned her MD from Ural State Medical University. She completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Cleveland.
Dr. Lerner discusses each medication in detail with her patients, explaining how it connects to their health conditions. She believes informed patients are more likely to follow through with their treatment plans. Medication adherence is one of her core clinical interests.
Yes. Dr. Lerner and Dr. O'Byrne Gopal consult each other on patient cases. This collaboration allows both physicians to bring their perspectives to complex or nuanced health situations, adding depth to the care each patient receives.
Doctor profile last updated March 23, 2026