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Ronaldo B. Supena, MD
Internist
611 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Detroit MI, 48201About
After having spent 15 years as a member of the faculty at the University of Michigan Medical School and 22 years as a member of the faculty at Wayne State University Medical School I decided to continue to practice medicine and to serve the community by joining Detroit Community Health Connection. Since 2008 my practice has been concentrated on patients with HIV infection, sexually transmitted infections and other infectious diseases. Being the clinic director for HIV infections, I take care of little over 200 patients. With the variety of potent antiretroviral agents, 90% of my patients are doing very well despite the COVID 19 pandemic.Eighty percent of these have undetectable viral load. The number of newly diagnosed HIV patients has decreased significantly over the last few months.
Education and Training
University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery 1965
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
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Ronaldo B. Supena, MD's Expert Contributions
Is COVID infection an emergency?
Should he develop moderate symptoms such as fever, easy fatigue, cough and displeasure, he should go to the hospital for evaluation. READ MORE
Coughing after first covid vaccine over a week now?
This cough may not be related to the vaccine and he needs evaluation READ MORE
COVID vaccine?
The vaccine instructs the immune system and should recognize the viral particles automatically READ MORE
Should I get the second Covid-19 vaccine?
Presumably patient had a symptomatic COVID and one month later was the right time for the first dose of the vaccine. It is ok to get the second dose. READ MORE
Can COVID cause diarrhea?
Yes READ MORE
Boyfriend has a sudden fever?
If he received the second dose of the vaccine as scheduled, the low grade fever maybe side effect from the vaccine. READ MORE
Need help with dosage of acyclovir for active symptoms?
Could be acyclovir resistant and Foscarnet may be indicated READ MORE
More about syphilis
Depends on the stage of syphilis. Solitary lesion is the common sign for primary stage, usually located around the genital area. The characteristics and location of the lesion may affect the sexual function. READ MORE
Moderna Covid 19 Vaccine?
No READ MORE
Unusual skin rash
Fever and generalized pruritic skin rash may suggest quite a few diagnoses including viral infections. READ MORE
Should I go to the hospital for a COVID cough?
Yes, for further evaluation to rule out pneumonia READ MORE
Should I get the covid-19 vaccine?
Yes READ MORE
Am I immuno compromised and do I need to keep wearing a mask?
No, you are not. You may wear mask while traveling in bus, subway, or plane READ MORE
Blood clots in arm after vaccine?
This looks like just a local reaction and you do not have to go to the doctor. READ MORE
Allergies?
Yes. Vaccination centers usually have physicians who can take care of patients like you. READ MORE
Vaccine Differences?
No. READ MORE
Keto and coronavirus?
You should take the vaccine; corona virus can affect everyone. READ MORE
Will COVID-related diarrhea go away on its own?
Yes; anti-diarrheal OTC meds READ MORE
Can I get COVID vaccine if I have type 2 diabetes?
Yes READ MORE
Should I give my child the flu vaccine?
Yes READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Treatments
- Chronic Pain
- Hives
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Professional Memberships
- Infectious Diseases Society of America
Fellowships
- Westland Medical Center infectious disease
Fellowships
- Infectious Diseases
Professional Society Memberships
- Infectious Diseases Society of America
Teaching and speaking
- Detroit Community Health Connection
Favorite Place to Vacation
- Europe
Hobbies / Sports
- Reading
Favorite professional publications
- New England Journal of Medicine, Clinical Infectious Disease; Annals of Internal Medicine; Lancet HIV
Ronaldo B. Supena, MD's Practice location
Woodward Corridor Family Health Center
611 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd -Detroit, MI 48201Get Direction
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Get to know Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Ronaldo B. Supena, who serves patients in Detroit, Michigan.
After having spent 15 years as a member of the faculty at the University of Michigan Medical School and 22 years as a member of the faculty at Wayne State University School of Medicine, Dr. Supena decided to continue to practice medicine and to serve the community by joining Detroit Community Health Connection Inc. Since 2008, his practice has been concentrated on patients with HIV infection, sexually transmitted infections and other infectious diseases.
Being a knowledgeable infectious disease specialist and the Clinic Director for HIV infections, he takes care of little over 200 patients. With the variety of potent antiretroviral agents, 90% of his patients are doing very well despite the COVID 19 pandemic. 80% of these patients have undetectable viral load.
Since opening their doors to patients back in 1988, Detroit Community Health Connection, Inc has been a leading healthcare facility for patients in the Detroit area. The providers care about the satisfaction of their patients and guarantee top of the line medical services to get them back to full health.
Regarding his educational background, Dr. Supena earned his medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery in Manila, Philippines in 1965. After relocating to the United States, he went on to complete his internship, residency in internal medicine, and fellowship in infectious disease at the Westland Medical Center.
A member of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, the doctor is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
Practicing medicine in Michigan, Dr. Supena is affiliated with many different medical venues, including Detroit Medical Center Harper Hospital, Detroit VA Healthcare System, and Detroit Receiving Hospital.
Infectious disease is a medical specialty dealing with prevention, the diagnosis, and treatment of infections. Infectious disease specialists provide long-term care to people with diseases that are lifelong or last for more than one year. They employ a variety of antimicrobial agents to help treat infections.
Outside of practicing medicine, Dr. Supena enjoys reading. His favorite place to vacation is in Europe. His favorite professional publications are the New England Journal of Medicine, Clinical Infectious Disease, Annals of Internal Medicine, and Lancet HIV.
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