Dashrath Gautam, MD
Dr. Dashrath N. Gautam is a board-certified physician specializing in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine, currently practicing with IU Health Primary Care in Muncie, Indiana. Since 2022, he has served as an attending physician with a strong focus on outpatient primary care and the comprehensive management of adult and geriatric patients. Known for his patient-centered philosophy, Dr. Gautam is dedicated to providing individualized care plans that prioritize quality of life, long-term wellness, and thoughtful clinical decision-making.
Dr. Gautam began his academic journey at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, where he completed his undergraduate studies. He later earned his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine. Following medical school, he completed his Internal Medicine residency at Henry Ford Allegiance Health from 2017 to 2020. He further advanced his training through a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center between 2020 and 2021, strengthening his expertise in caring for aging populations and medically complex patients.
In addition to his foundation in internal medicine and geriatrics, Dr. Gautam has developed extensive experience in endocrinology-related primary care. His clinical expertise includes the management of diabetes, including insulin pump therapy, thyroid disorders, low testosterone, hyperparathyroidism, as well as pituitary and adrenal gland disorders. His approach combines evidence-based medicine with careful attention to each patient’s unique health goals and lifestyle needs, ensuring that treatment plans are both effective and sustainable.
Alongside his clinical work, Dr. Gautam is committed to medical education and professional development. He serves as an Assistant Professor with the IU Ball School of Medicine, where he actively participates in teaching and mentoring medical students. He also remains engaged in continuing medical education to stay current with advancements in patient care, internal medicine, geriatrics, and endocrine-related conditions.
Board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Gautam is also a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Geriatrics Society. Throughout his career, he has remained dedicated to building meaningful relationships with his patients by taking the time to understand their concerns, values, and long-term healthcare goals. His philosophy emphasizes treating the individual as a whole person rather than focusing solely on numbers or metrics, a commitment that continues to define his compassionate approach to medicine.
• McMaster University - B.S. in Psychology
• St. George's University - M.D.
• Henry Ford Allegiance Health - Residency in Internal Medicine, 2017-2020
• University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center - Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine, 2020-2021
• Board Certified in Internal Medicine
• Board Certified in Geriatric Medicine
• American Geriatric Society (AGS)
• American College of Physicians (ACP)
• American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Areas of Specialization/Expertise
- Primary Care
- Geriatric Medicine
- Endocrinology
- Diabetes Management
- Insulin Pump Management
- Thyroid Disorder Management
- Low Testosterone Management
- Hyperparathyroidism Management
- Pituitary and Adrenal Gland Disorder Management
What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?
What I enjoy most about practicing medicine is the detective work - working with facts rather than just plausibilities. A lot of the answers come from the way you get your information from your physical exam or your history from the patient. I particularly love geriatrics because you spend more time with fewer patients and you go into a lot more details. You also get to deprescribe and simplify things for patients. Even though there are specific guidelines you need to follow, you have to customize care for each patient. The older a person gets, you try to focus more on quality of life rather than aggressively going after a number - you want to look at the big picture. I also value that my current position allows me to stay on my toes and not turn into a dinosaur, because I'm always with students, so I have to keep reading up on the guidelines and doing assessments.