About
Rebekah Bernard, MD has practiced family medicine for over 20 years in Southwest Florida. She earned her undergraduate degree in Sociology from the University of Florida and her medical degree from the University of Miami. She completed her residency at Florida Hospital in Orlando.
Dr. Bernard has served as an adjunct professor for both the Florida State University College of Medicine and Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She authored the book "How to Be a Rock Star Doctor," published in July 2015, and regularly delivers lectures and presentations to physicians, residents, and medical students. As a USCIS civil surgeon, she performs immigration physicals for patients who need them. She gives every member her direct cell phone number for texting and email contact at any time.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Florida, Bachelor's degree in Sociology
Medical School
University of Miami
Residency
Florida Hospital, Orlando
Additional Training
Adjunct Professor, Florida State University College of Medicine; Adjunct Professor, Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine; USCIS Civil Surgeon
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Bernard right for?
Dr. Bernard is a strong fit for adults and adolescents looking for an accessible, long-term primary care relationship. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or COPD benefit from her two decades of family medicine experience. She also serves patients who need immigration physicals through her USCIS civil surgeon designation. Anyone who values direct physician access by cell phone, text, or email will feel at home in her practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Bernard treats a wide range of conditions in family medicine. Her focus areas include diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, COPD, and asthma. She also handles acute care, preventive wellness, weight management, and mental health concerns.
Dr. Bernard practices family medicine and holds over 20 years of clinical experience in Southwest Florida. She earned her medical degree from the University of Miami and completed her residency at Florida Hospital in Orlando.
Yes, Dr. Bernard holds a USCIS civil surgeon designation. She performs immigration physicals for patients who need them as part of their visa or residency application process.
Dr. Bernard gives every member her direct cell phone number. Patients can text or email her at any time with urgent concerns. She also offers same-day visits and telemedicine appointments for issues that need prompt attention.
Dr. Bernard earned her undergraduate degree in Sociology from the University of Florida and her medical degree from the University of Miami. She completed her residency at Florida Hospital in Orlando. She has also served as an adjunct professor at Florida State University College of Medicine and Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Bernard sees patients ages 12 and older through Gulf Coast Direct Primary Care. For younger pediatric patients, Kelly A. Fontana, MD joins the team in March 2026 with board-certified expertise in pediatrics.
Yes, Dr. Bernard authored the book "How to Be a Rock Star Doctor," published in July 2015. She also regularly delivers lectures and presentations to physicians, residents, and medical students.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026