About
Dr. Reza Danesh built MODO MD from the ground up, starting with a single branded car and a solo nurse. He now leads one of Maui's most recognized private medical practices. Known widely as Dr. Rez, he brings over 25 years of emergency medical services experience to every patient encounter.
He majored in Marine Biology at UCLA before earning his medical degree at UC Davis School of Medicine. A semester at the University of Hawai'i first drew him toward the islands. He completed an internal medicine internship at the University of Washington's Harborview Medical Center, then finished his Emergency Medicine residency at UCLA. He holds board certification in Emergency Medicine and is board-eligible with the American Board of Addiction Medicine. Before relocating to Maui, he practiced as an attending physician at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he served as in-house physician for the Four Seasons Resort Maui. He is deeply passionate about addiction medicine and serves as Medical Director for several rehabilitation facilities. His partnership with Maui Recovery combines NAD+ infusions and GLP-1 agonists to treat alcohol use disorder. In 2022, he founded the MODO for the People nonprofit and launched MODO Mondays, a mobile street medicine program providing free care to underserved Maui residents and Lahaina fire survivors. MODO MD has also been featured on the Emmy Award-winning HBO series The White Lotus, and Dr. Danesh appeared on NPR, CNN, ABC, and NBC during coverage of the Maui fires.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
UCLA, Marine Biology
Medical School
UC Davis School of Medicine
Residency
Emergency Medicine, UCLA
Additional Training
Internship in Internal Medicine, University of Washington Harborview Medical Center; EMT training
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Danesh right for?
Dr. Danesh serves patients who need fast, high-quality care without navigating a hospital system. Travelers, resort guests, and Maui residents dealing with acute illness or injury benefit from his emergency medicine background. Patients managing addiction, alcohol use disorder, or opioid dependence find a knowledgeable and non-judgmental partner in his addiction medicine program. Adults seeking regenerative therapies, IV nutrition, or aesthetic treatments also fit well within his practice. His mobile team and 24/7 availability make him a strong match for anyone who values direct physician access.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Danesh treats a wide range of conditions, from acute injuries and respiratory illness to addiction, chronic pain, and wound care. His emergency medicine background allows him to handle urgent needs that fall short of a hospital ER. He also manages opioid dependence, alcohol use disorder, and substance abuse through his addiction medicine program.
Yes. Dr. Danesh holds board certification in Emergency Medicine. He is also board-eligible with the American Board of Addiction Medicine, reflecting his deep clinical focus on substance use and recovery.
Dr. Danesh earned his undergraduate degree in Marine Biology at UCLA and his medical degree at UC Davis School of Medicine. He completed an internal medicine internship at the University of Washington's Harborview Medical Center and finished his Emergency Medicine residency at UCLA.
Dr. Danesh partners with Maui Recovery to combine NAD+ infusions with GLP-1 agonists like Semaglutide for addiction recovery. He explains that GLP-1 agonists reduce carbohydrate cravings, which helps address alcohol use disorder, while NAD+ infusions support metabolic balance and cellular recovery. He also offers acute private detox in a home or hotel setting.
Yes. Dr. Danesh leads a 24/7 mobile medical team that makes house calls to homes, hotels, and resorts across Maui and beyond. He serves patients on Oahu, the Big Island, in Austin, and in LA County as well.
Yes. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Danesh served as the in-house physician for the Four Seasons Resort Maui. MODO MD maintains trusted relationships with both the Four Seasons Maui and the Grand Wailea.
Dr. Danesh offers ultrasound-guided PRP therapy, stem cell biologics, exosome therapy, and peptide therapy. These treatments address joint pain, sports injuries, hair restoration, sexual wellness, and anti-aging goals. Each treatment plan is tailored to the individual patient.
Yes. Dr. Danesh offers medically supervised ketamine therapy for depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic pain, and treatment-resistant mood disorders. Sessions take place at the clinic or in a patient's home or hotel room, with a focus on safety and personalized care.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026