Dr. IRA PEARLSTINE, MD | DPC Provider | DPC Directory
Family Medicine
About
Dr. Ira Pearlstine, born and raised in South Carolina, earned his MD from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. He completed his Family Medicine residency at the University of South Florida Bayfront Medical Center, where he served as Chief Resident. Since moving to the Treasure Coast in 1987, Dr. Pearlstine has built a career centered on Direct Primary Care, emphasizing personalized, patient‑focused care, same‑day appointments, and direct communication without the constraints of traditional insurance bureaucracy.
At Preserve Health MD, Dr. Pearlstine combines his extensive clinical experience with a holistic approach that integrates preventive medicine, lifestyle counseling, and spiritual wellness. He is passionate about teaching, having mentored medical students from Florida State University for many years, and he frequently lectures nationally on advanced lipid management and hypertension. His commitment to community service is reflected in his past leadership roles with the Florida Academy of Family Physicians and the board of St. Lucie Medical Center.
Education
Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina
Residency: Family Medicine - University of South Florida Bayfront Medical Center (St. Petersburg FL)
- Internship Family Medicine - University of South Florida (St. Petersburg FL)
- Residency Family Medicine - University of South Florida Bayfront Medical Center (St. Petersburg FL)
Board Certification & Credentials
Degree: Doctor of Medicine
Specialty: Family Medicine
Board Certified: Family Medicine - American Board of Family Medicine (expires 1987)
Years in Practice: 40+ years
Licensing
NPI Number: 1356393912 Active
Primary License: Florida (FL) - ME 47037
Professional Memberships
- Florida Academy of Family Physicians - Member
- American Academy of Family Physicians - Member
Community Involvement
Past board member and past chairman of the board of directors of St. Lucie Medical Center; former board member of the Florida Academy of Family Physicians; recipient of the 2005 Legacy Tribute Award for leadership and clinical excellence.