Roxana M. Dragomir, M.D., has joined the Marcus Neuroscience Institute, which is part of Baptist Health, as a neurohospitalist. Dr. Dragomir specializes in treating patients with neurological conditions that affect the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Her clinical interests include acute issues such as stroke, neuromuscular emergencies, and headaches.
“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Dragomir to our highly skilled team of medical professionals, dedicated to providing the highest quality care,” said Warren Selman, M.D., chief medical executive at Marcus Neuroscience Institute.
Dr. Dragomir earned her medical degree from Transilvania University’s Faculty of Medicine in Romania and is also pursuing a Ph.D. there. She completed her internal medicine internship and neurology residency at Florida Atlantic University Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine in Boca Raton, where she served as chief resident. She is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and other professional organizations. Dr. Dragomir has contributed to multiple publications and presentations.
Her approach to patient care emphasizes respect for each patient’s background and individuality. “I enjoy listening and taking her time to understand my patient’s concerns while conducting a thorough medical history inquiry and examination,” she said. “I believe that involving my patients in the decision-making process is key to developing a successful treatment plan and achieving a positive outcome.”
Dr. Dragomir speaks English, Romanian, Spanish fluently, and is conversational in French and German. She will provide care for hospitalized patients at Bethesda Hospital East, Bethesda Hospital West, and Boca Raton Regional Hospital.
Baptist Health operates 12 hospitals across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward, and Palm Beach counties with more than 28,000 employees and 4,000 physicians throughout its network of facilities including outpatient centers and urgent care locations. The organization features several specialized institutes focused on cancer care; brain and spine care; heart and vascular services; as well as orthopedic programs (https://newsroom.baptisthealth.net/about-us). Baptist Health South Florida collaborates academically with Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine.
The not-for-profit system supports its mission through philanthropy while maintaining recognition for workplace excellence by Fortune magazine as one of America’s top employers (https://fortune.com/ranking/best-companies/2023/search/?industry=Health%20Care%3A%20Medical%20Facilities) and earning high marks from U.S. News & World Report (https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/fl/baptist-hospital-of-miami-6390400). More information can be found at BaptistHealth.net/Newsroom.
