Our physicians
Meet our physicians
Three physicians who are board-certified in both internal medicine and infectious disease, with training from Yale, Cornell, Columbia, Northwestern, the CDC and the NIH, caring for West Palm Beach and Palm Beach Island.
David Dodson, M.D., FACP
Internal Medicine · Infectious Disease
Double board-certified in internal medicine and infectious disease. Practicing in West Palm Beach since 1985 and founder of the Travelers Medical Service.
Alexander G. Carden, M.D.
Internal Medicine · Infectious Disease · Travel Medicine
Double board-certified in internal medicine and infectious disease, and certified in tropical medicine and travelers’ health. Former CDC Epidemic Intelligence Service officer.
Kleper de Almeida, M.D., FACP
Infectious Disease · Internal Medicine
Board-certified in internal medicine and infectious disease. Practicing in Palm Beach County since 2005 and a clinical professor who teaches the next generation of physicians.
Our approach
Experienced physicians who take the time to listen
Whole-person care
We look at your entire health picture (history, medications, habits and goals), not just today’s symptom.
Evidence-based decisions
Recommendations grounded in current research and national guidelines, explained in plain language.
Specialist-level expertise
Board certification in infectious disease means complicated infections can often be managed right here.
Training at a glance
- Medical school: Cornell University Medical College; Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons; Universidade Federal da Bahia
- Internal medicine residency: Pennsylvania Hospital; Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center; Medical College of Pennsylvania
- Infectious disease fellowship: Yale-New Haven Hospital; University of Chicago; Northwestern University Medical School
- Public health and research: CDC Epidemic Intelligence Service; National Institutes of Health (NIAID) research fellowship
Leadership in our local hospitals
Our physicians have served as Chief of Staff at Good Samaritan Hospital, St. Mary’s Hospital and Intracoastal Health System; as Chief of Infectious Disease and Director of Infection Control at Good Samaritan Medical Center; and as Chairman of the Infection Control Committee at JFK Medical Center. Dr. de Almeida is an Assistant Clinical Professor at Drexel University College of Medicine and the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
Our team
A practice that knows you by name
Our physicians and staff have cared for the West Palm Beach community for decades. When you call, you’ll reach people who know you and who will make sure you get the care you need.
Ready to schedule a visit?
New patients are welcome. Call our office and we’ll find a time that works for you.