Celebrating Dr. David Straface
Honoring Straface's more than 30 years of service as he prepares for retirement
Dr. David Straface, a well-respected primary care doctor at Montage Medical Group, will embark on a well-earned retirement at the end of this year. With a remarkable career spanning nearly three decades, Straface has left an indelible mark on the medical community and has touched the lives of countless patients in Monterey County.
Straface joined Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula in 1995 and since then has earned a reputation for diligently serving his patients. “I have loved learning about my patients, and also learning from my patients,” Straface says. “I became a doctor because practicing medicine is the perfect mix of science and humanity. I am grateful to have practiced medicine in our unique community.”
Straface was a founding doctor of Peninsula Primary Care — now Montage Medical Group — when it began operating in 2009. He has made a profound impact on his patients’ lives by providing personalized and high-quality care, for which he was recognized in 2021 when his Community Hospital medical staff peers honored him with the Physician of the Year award.
Straface's impact extends beyond patient care. He served as the medical director for Montage Medical Group, was on the board of directors from 2009 to 2021, and participated in numerous committees and workgroups that shaped the area’s healthcare landscape. His calm and balanced demeanor, along with his commitment to patient-centric care, have been an inspiration to his colleagues and a source of reassurance to the community.
As Straface prepares to enter retirement, he leaves a legacy of exceptional care and unwavering dedication that will be cherished by his patients, colleagues, and the entire medical community. His absence will be felt, but his influence will undoubtedly endure.
"While we're sad to see Dr. Straface go, we wish him well and are extremely grateful for the impact he made throughout his career,” says Dr. Mark Carvalho, Chief Executive Officer of Montage Medical Group. “That impact will certainly be felt by our new doctors who fill his space."
Throughout the years, Montage Medical Group has made significant strides in expanding its workforce, welcoming 34 new providers since 2020. This growth, along with a decrease in the doctor turnover rate, is a testament to Montage Medical Group’s commitment to providing world-class medical professionals to Monterey County residents.
Straface's legacy will continue to inspire and guide future generations of medical professionals, ensuring that Monterey County communities receive high-quality care for years to come.
"I'm thankful to the people of our community whom I have had the opportunity to care for,” Straface says, “and I feel privileged and honored to have shared in their lives."
