Faustino Bernadett - Introduction

"Faustino Bernadett, MD, MBA, is an anesthesiologist and co-founder of Pacific Healthcare IPA, a California-based healthcare group created to foster better patient-physician relationships. Comprised of primary care doctors and specialists, the group operates on a coordinated-care model that strives to reduce costly hospital visits, increase access to specialists, and provide exceptional senior care. Dr. Faustino Bernadett and his colleagues serve clients in Long Beach and other nearby communities. Dr. Bernadett also currently acts as an adviser to the director of health services and the board of supervisors for the Los Angeles County Commission of Hospitals and Health Care Services, which manages a $4.7 billion budget. In his role, he provides counsel about a variety of matters regarding patient care policies and hospital programs. For much of his career, Dr. Faustino Bernadett served as the president of his pain-management clinic. He served patients for more than 15 years before retiring from the clinic in 2013. In recognition of his work, the Consumers Research Council of America named him to its list of America’s Top Physicians in Pain Management. In addition to his professional endeavors, Dr. Bernadett is the vice president of The Molina Foundation. The physician and his wife founded the organization to promote education in underserved areas. To learn more about the doctor and his activities, visit www.Bernadett.org."