Pierce Trumbo, M.D.

Biography

Dr. Pierce Trumbo is a board-certified Internal Medicine Physician and Primary Care Doctor in Lake Nona. He provides comprehensive adult healthcare, with clinical interests in medical education, public health, and chronic disease prevention.

Education

• Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (2017)
• Residency: Internal Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center (2020)
• Chief Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center (2020-2021)
• Undergraduate: Davidson College (Cum Laude, B.A. in English)

Expertise & Patient Care

As a primary care specialist, Dr. Trumbo partners with patients to prevent disease through routine screenings, immunizations, and lifestyle changes. He treats a wide range of adult conditions, including:

• Chronic Disease Management: Including Diabetes (Type 2), Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), and COPD.
• Preventive Health: Annual physicals, vaccinations, and wellness counseling.
• Acute Care: Treatment for common illnesses to help patients avoid unnecessary urgent care or ER visits.

Professional Background

Before joining UCF Health, Dr. Trumbo served as a hospitalist at Ascension St. Thomas Rutherford and Duke University Hospitals. He is recognized for his leadership in community health:

• Global Health: Immunization specialist for the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO/WHO).
• Community Leadership: Led the Shade Tree Clinic for uninsured patients.
• Honors: Alpha Omega Alpha and Gold Humanism Honors Societies; active member of the American College of Physicians.

Chronic Care Management

Dr. Trumbo is a dedicated Medical Director within UCF Health’s CareConnect Chronic Care Management Program. This service provides ongoing support, primary care coordination, and personalized health planning for patients living with chronic conditions like heart disease or respiratory issues. For Dr. Trumbo, CareConnect represents a core pillar of internal medicine: the opportunity to build genuine, lasting bonds with patients and serve as a consistent, trusted presence across their entire health journey.

Through the program, he partners with patients one-on-one to set and track meaningful health goals, assist with medication management, and bridge the gap between office visits.