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Martin Taylor M.D.
1937 - 2024
Martin Taylor M.D.
1937 - 2024
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Martin Taylor M.D. Obituary
For 50 years, Dr. Taylor practiced family medicine in Miami. First, alongside Jerome Kramer, M.D. in Miami's Westchester, and then - beginning in 1978 - as a sole practitioner in Miami's Kendall Lakes. With office hours starting at 7:00 a.m., six days per week, Dr. Taylor was available to his patients, with unparalleled, uncommon, convenience. His patients adored him! they immensely appreciated his caring nature. During the early years of his practice, he even went on house calls. He was a real life Marcus Welby, M.D.! Dr. Taylor was on the staff of South Miami Hospital and Baptist Hospital. He also served as a doctor in the U.S. Army reserves.
Dr. Taylor loved playing the piano, and telling jokes. His memory was uncanny. He had a lifelong affinity for beautiful cars, old and new... He thoroughly enjoyed going to auto shows.
Incredibly important to Dr. Taylor was his successful participation in the early research of L-Dopa. He was among a very small number of physicians who received FDA approval to administer this new drug to Parkinson's -disease patients in clinical trials in the 1960's. It was his own father, severely afflicted by Parkinson's (diagnosed at age 39), which catalyzed his interest in doing all he could to help alleviate the debilitating suffering he saw.
"I enjoy helping people feel better," was Dr. Taylor's stated calling in life.
He is survived by his devoted, loving wife of 28 years, Arlene Taylor, stepdaughters Kriss (Evan) Casanova-Rutkowski, and Nicole Casanova, step granddaughters Kaia and Koelle. From a previous marriage, he is survived by two daughters, and son Bret Taylor. He was predeceased in death by his brother Dr. Harold Taylor.
Dr. Martin Taylor tirelessly provided compassionate care to so many, for so long. Now he is gloriously embraced by the incredibly well-deserved, immeasurable, caring love of the Lord our G-d.
A Celebration of Life will take place at a date to be announced in the near future, to remember and honor Dr. Taylor.
The family suggests tribute-gift donations to The Parkinson's Foundation.
www.parkinson.org
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Matthew Scott Lazarus
April 20, 2025
Martin Taylor was my 2nd cousin. My Grandmother Anna was his father sister. I met him in December of 1975. My dad Arnold Lazarus was his cousin and passed in 2016. Marin gave me ride in his Ford Pentara in 12/31/75. I was 15 at the time. May he rest in peace.
Hazel Walton
June 10, 2024
Bret.
,I didn't no Dr.Taylor.But too hear about his life as a doctor,it made me feel so happy.At seventy eight I grew up with Doctors like your father.I am so so sorry for your loss.As I was reading how you introduced his life as a person and Dr.I had to shed a few tears.May God bless you and your family as you all continue to celebrate his life.
Hazel Walton,
Clinton,N.C.
Lilly Radziewski
May 5, 2024
Arlene and Bret I am so sorry for your loss. The world has lost a wonderful human being. I started working with Marty about 30 years ago. We shared many good and some not-so- good times. His compassion knew no limits. He was funny, caring, and always ready to lend a hand. Bret, I want you to know that I learned many things about you from your dad. The most important one was that he loved you and was very proud of the person you are. My deepest sympathies to all of you.
Joann Frost
April 30, 2024
Dear Arlene,You and Marty we very dear friends.I remember your beautiful wedding and many good times and dinners together. Marty was a very kind gentle man and loved by many.Rest in Peace Love Ron and Joann
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Bret Taylor
April 24, 2024
Daddy's work ethic was beyond compare. I've never seen anything like it. He was wholeheartedly dedicated to caring for his patients. He never once was annoyed with after-hour calls, late-night calls, Sunday calls. Almost every dinner of ours - during my childhood - was 'interrupted' by Daddy leaving the table to call a patient who requested contact from him. Those calls were never rushed. He took whatever time needed, asking the right questions, getting the important answers, and providing skilled advice and a detailed recommended course of action. Tremendous emphasis on home remedies (is what I always overheard in his telephone conversations)... Cold / warm compresses, gargle with warm salt water, turn on the hot water in the shower and sit next to it with the bathroom door closed and inhale the steam, put a pillow beneath your arm to keep your arm elevated, eat bananas and rice and applesauce, sip on warm tea, etc. The era of physicians who wisely believed in the body's innate ability and propensity to heal, along with effective remedies and treatments, rather than pushing prescription drugs for anything and everything. Medication only when absolutely necessary. He also never ordered unneeded tests for patients. He ended every patient call with, "Don't hesitate to call me again if you don't begin feeling better, or if you have any questions at all." He gave his patients tremendous peace of mind. I wasn't at his office in the examination rooms to see his in-person interactions with the patients, but I know they all loved him. His practice grew huge. Daddy absolutely loved being a medical doctor, no doubt about it. Not for the prestige, but for the pure satisfaction of helping people heal, and feel better quickly. He also had uncanny stamina. He woke up every morning (except Sundays) at 5:30 a.m., to be at his office by 7:00 a.m., to start seeing patients. He arrived back home usually around 6:30 p.m. Resilience was also a trait with which he was blessed. He survived a divorce and family tribulations without allowing any of it to break his stride. He was an 'Energizer Bunny,' he just kept on going and going and going. He also had an amazingly good sense of perspective on life. Whenever I complained, he immediately told me, "Bret, you have NO IDEA how good you have it. Look at my father. Look at how terribly he suffered for so long with Parkinson's." Yes, Grandpa Taylor's severely debilitating Parkinson's was so sad. Daddy agonized over his father's affliction. What a joy it must be, for the two of them to now be reunited in heaven, with Grandpa Taylor revitalized! Daddy had immense faith in G-d, strongly believed in the power of prayer, and delighted in the existence of guardian angels. He also found the concept of reincarnation fascinating. He attended Dr. Brian Weiss's lectures about the topic. Daddy was in total awe of the mechanisms / intelligent-design of the human body. Just mesmerized at how each system and part worked. I am so glad Daddy lived such a long life... That duration enabled so many to be helped and cared for by the Dr. Taylor they cherished. "Retire already Daddy!" I kept saying. His reply was always, "No, I love my work, Bret." Finally he did retire. And now he advances / returns to divine peaceful rest with the Creator (of the human body!). For Daddy, it must be like arriving at - and touring - the 'factory headquarters'!
With love, gratitude, and admiration... Until we are reunited (once again!),
Bret
Karen Kamin
April 14, 2024
Dear Arlene, I do fondly remember Marty´s gentle, soothing voice that immediately put me at ease when I was ill and needed it most, whether advising me over the phone or as I walked into his office. It is said that "Laughter is the best medicine," and Marty always made that part of his Rx! I am so sorry for his loss, so fortunate to have been able to call him a friend, and so wishing you my sincerest condolences to you and your family. Love to all.
Deley and phreddy
April 12, 2024
He was a very kind and sweet many. Never had a bad word about anyone he was sick with the jokes any even if we heard them before we laughed he will be missed
JEROME H UNATIN
April 12, 2024
Please accept my condolences. We were great friends in medical school. I have fond memories of him.
Holly King and Erik Schlussler
April 9, 2024
All our love and sympathy
Holly & Erik
Michael Silberman
April 7, 2024
He was the best brother-in-law I could have ever asked for - a guiding light. My parents absolutely loved him. Many times unappreciated, he was a gentle and caring man who gave his all and did his best for his family and patients. Arlene, I know he absolutely adored you. Goodbye Marty, I will miss you.
Dave Fortney
April 7, 2024
From his early days with Dr. Kramer, I found Dr. Taylor a caring, compassionate, gentle professional. Condolences to family and friends.
Melissa Soubasis
April 7, 2024
Arlene, I´m so sorry for your loss. Marty was an amazing man that had a joke for everyone. He was always a kind person who would greet me with a smile and, "what can I make you to drink". This earth was a much better place with him in it. Peace be with you and your family at this time. Much love to you Marty! Thank you for all the laughter!
Doreen
April 6, 2024
Marty was one of the kindest people I have met. His soft spoken voice, his impeccable dress and most of all his welcoming kindness to everyone.
Arlene , what a lucky soul you were to have him call you his wife ! He adored you.I am sure you will
Miss his tremendously BUT always know he is your angel and will always be your angel. RIP Marty
Janet and Arthur Wilinsky
April 6, 2024
Arlene so sorry to hear of Marty´s passing. He was such a lovely person. May his memory be for a blessing. Janet and Arthur Wilinsky
Earl Rodney
April 6, 2024
Marty was a great friend to me, and he had a
great sense of humor. He will be sorely missed.
Norman Saxe
April 6, 2024
Arlene this is Norman Saxe. Mimi (z"l) and I were Marty´s patients and friends for many years when he practiced in West Kendall. You entertained us at your home and we attended outings together including a memorable evening at a Gallagher concert. Think of you and all the wonderful years and memories you shared. There is a new angel in heaven and I hope he and Mimi are catching up on old times.
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