David Alan Spain, M.D.

Surgical Critical Care

Surgery

David Alan Spain is a Surgical Critical Care specialist based in Palo Alto, CA with over 40 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(650) 723-4000Palo Alto, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across CA can see David Alan Spain, M.D. in person in Palo Alto or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1986 and has 40+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data).

1 of 6 Surgery providers in CASee all Surgery in Palo Alto40+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 754dNPPES updated 2024-04-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

300 Pasteur Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94304-2203

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.

Hypertension
75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Diabetes
44%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Chronic Kidney Disease
44%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

Arthritis
42%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Ischemic Heart Disease
41%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Heart Failure
33%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

Atrial Fibrillation
32%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1986

    Wayne State University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Apr 28, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 40 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

SurgerySurgical Critical Care in Palo AltoAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.

Taxonomy: 2086S0102X

Education & Training

Wayne State University School of Medicine (Class of 1986)

Virtual Surgical Critical Care Care With David Alan Spain

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with David Alan Spain for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Palo Alto required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about David Alan Spain

NPI records show Dr. Spain as active with telehealth listed in Palo Alto, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (650) 723-4000.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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