Biographical summary
Catherine Madaffari, M.D., is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician at Mayo Clinic in Florida with expertise in preventive care, wellness, and integrative medicine. She focuses on lifestyle and health optimization while providing comprehensive internal medicine for adults. Dr. Madaffari partners with patients to create personalized care plans that combine evidence-based medicine with holistic strategies aimed at maintaining long-term health and vitality.
"My care philosophy is centered on treating the whole person, not just a diagnosis, while partnering with patients to support prevention, wellness, and lifelong health. I believe in combining evidence-based medicine with integrative approaches that empower each individual to take an active role in their health and well-being," says Dr. Madaffari.
Areas of expertise
Dr. Madaffari's approach is designed to promote wellness and prevent disease:
- Preventive care and health optimization: Proactive strategies for maintaining lifelong health
- Integrative medicine: Combining evidence-based care with holistic approaches that support physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being
- Comprehensive internal medicine: Diagnosis and management of acute and chronic adult health conditions
- Lifestyle Medicine: Guidance on fitness, nutrition, and wellness for sustainable health
Outside of her practice, Dr. Madaffari values her faith and spiritual life as a cornerstone, enjoys time with her family and friends, traveling to experience new cultures, staying active through fitness, volunteering in the community, and lifelong learning to support personal growth and wellness.
Dr. Madaffari is currently accepting new patients at our Cannaday Primary Care location.
Conditions treated
Procedures performed
Interests
- Preventive medicine
- Diabetes
- Women's health
Mayo Clinic locations
Education
- 1997
Chief ResidentUniversity of Florida Health Science Center
- 1996
Resident - Internal MedicineUniversity of Florida Health Science Center
- 1994
Internship - Internal MedicineUniversity of Florida Health Science Center
- 1993
MDUniversity of Miami School of Medicine
- 1983
BA - BiologySt. Thomas University
Activities and honors
Certifications
- 1997
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
Awards and honors
- 2022
Ranked as the Best by Peers Internal MedicineJacksonville Magazine: Top Doctor First Coast Physician Edition
- 2022
Excellence in Internal MedicineBest in Florida Magazine
- 2022
Community Service AwardDuval County Medical Society
- 2017
Traveled to Washington, DC as the Florida Representative to advocate for Lung Cancer Awareness.American Lung Association
- 2002
FellowAmerican College of Physicians
- 1996
Resident of the YearUniversity of Florida Health Science Center
- 1996
Resident of the YearAmerican College of Physicians
- 1993
Excellence in Emergency Medicine AwardSociety for Academic Emergency Medicine, University of Miami
- 1983
Summa Cum LaudeSt. Thomas University
Professional memberships
- 2022 - present
DelegateNortheast Florida Medical Association
- 2022 - present
Peer HELP ProviderHELP Program
- 2022 - present
Group LeaderPhysician Engagement Group
- 2019 - present
MemberFlorida Medical Association
- 2017 - 2018
RepresentativeEnterprise Population Health High Risk Patient Management Committee
- 2015 - 2017
Physician ChampionBehavioral Health Integration Model: COMPASS, Department of Internal Medicine
- 2013 - present
ChairAdvance Care Planning
- 2013 - present
Committee MemberQuality Subcommittee, Department of Internal Medicine
- 1999 - present
MemberOrientation Committee, Duval County Medical Society
- 1996
Council MemberAmerican College of Physicians
- 1996 - present
MemberDuval County Medical Society
- 1993 - present
FellowAmerican College of Physicians
- 1993 - present
MemberAmerican Medical Association
Publications