Coral Gables, Fla. – February 26, 2017—Baptist Health Medical Group, an organization of more than 180 physicians in multiple specialties integrated within Baptist Health South Florida, welcomes to its team four Board-certified obstetrician/gynecologists. Robert Feldman, M.D., FACOG, Charles Kalstone, M.D., FACOG, Debra Kenward, M.D., P.A., FACOG, and Ellen Schwartzbard, M.D., will see patients at Women’s Health of South Miami, located at 6141 Sunset Drive, Suite 401, in South Miami. The four OB/GYN physicians are affiliated with Baptist Hospital and South Miami Hospital.

“From maternity care to preventive care and screening for cancer, OB/GYN physicians are at the frontline of women’s healthcare,” said Bernie Fernandez Jr., M.D., CEO of Baptist Health Medical Group. “We are pleased to welcome these highly experienced and regarded physicians to Baptist Health Medical Group and expand our women’s health and wellness services in the community.”

Dr. Feldman has more than 30 years of experience providing comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care to women of all ages. He has been a principal investigator on more than 175 clinical research trials and has authored numerous articles that have been published in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Dr. Feldman earned his medical degree at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in Miami, Fla., and completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine-Jackson Memorial Hospital, where he served as chief resident.

Dr. Kalstone, has practiced obstetrics and gynecology for more than 40 years. He specializes in preventive care and helps women stay healthy by establishing an ongoing personal patient-physician relationship and coordinating specialty care. He earned his medical degree at the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, Mich., graduating with distinction. He also completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Michigan Medical School.

Dr. Kenward has cared for women for more than 30 years. She specializes in hormonal treatment during the different phases of a woman’s life—from reproductive age to perimenopause to postmenopausal. She also educates girls and women in the community on health issues and preventive strategies so they can achieve optimum wellness. Dr. Kenward received her medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville, Fla., and completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine-Jackson Memorial Hospital, where she served as chief resident.

Dr. Schwartzbard has more than 20 years of experience providing a full range of obstetrics and gynecology care to women, from adolescence through the postmenopausal years. She specializes in all aspects of reproductive health, including family planning, infertility, pregnancy, childbirth and menopause. Dr. Schwartzbard earned her medical degree at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Maryland Medical System in Baltimore, Md., serving as chief resident.

About Baptist Health Medical Group
Baptist Health Medical Group, a network of primary care doctors and specialists who provide high quality medical care to patients of all ages, is part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest healthcare organization in the region, with 10 hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Bethesda Hospital East, Bethesda Hospital West, Doctors Hospital, Fishermen’s Community Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), more than 40 physician practices, 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Medical Group, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence spanning across Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to our faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has more than 19,500 employees and more than 3,000 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net/newsroom and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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MIAMI, FL – March 14, 2017 — Baptist Health Primary Care is pleased to announce the addition of two physicians to its new Pinecrest office, located at 13101 South Dixie Hwy., Suite 400. Family medicine physicians Cindy Mitch-Gomez, M.D., and geriatric physician Paul Gipps, M.D., have joined the experts at Baptist Health Medical Group, an organization of more than 180 physicians, part of Baptist Health South Florida.

Both physicians specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of health issues, including simple and complex health conditions, chronic disease management, minor emergencies, urgent care and the coordination of specialty care. They also provide preventive care, including routine checkups, health-risk assessments, immunizations, screening tests and healthy lifestyle counseling.

“The addition of these skilled and experienced physicians to Baptist Health Primary Care will help meet a growing need for high-quality physician care,” said Bernie Fernandez Jr., M.D., CEO of Baptist Health Medical Group. “They each bring extensive primary care proficiency along with specialty training that will further enhance the outstanding patient- and family-centered care we provide our community.”

Dr. Mitch-Gomez is board-certified in family medicine and has more than 25 years of experience treating patients. Her areas of specialty include women’s health and eating disorders. She earned her medical degree at McGill University in Montreal, and completed a residency in family medicine at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, where she served as chief resident. She is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Dr. Gipps is board-certified in geriatric medicine and internal medicine and focuses on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disability in older adults. He provides comprehensive care that addresses the unique health needs of the elderly, including chronic disorders, pain, nutritional problems, skin ailments, cognitive loss, memory impairment, adverse medication effects, and immobility and balance issues. This type of focused care helps patients maintain their independence and quality of life. Dr. Gipps earned his medical degree at Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine in Bayamón, Puerto Rico. He completed an internship and residency in internal medicine and primary care at Tufts University, St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center in Boston, followed by a fellowship in geriatrics at the University of Florida Health in Gainesville. Dr. Gipps will also be seeing patients at the Cutler Bay office, located at 19225 SW 87 Avenue, inside the East Ridge community.

About Baptist Health Medical Group
Baptist Health Medical Group, a network of primary care doctors and specialists who provide high quality medical care to patients of all ages, is part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest healthcare organization in the region, with seven hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), nearly 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to our faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has approximately 16,000 employees and 2,300 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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Gabriel Solti Grasz, M.D., Pascual De Santis, M.D., and Barry Mills, M.D., have joined the Medical Group

MIAMI, FL – February 6, 2017 — Baptist Health Medical Group has added several specialists and primary care physicians to its team. Primary care physician Gabriel Solti Grasz, M.D., endocrinologist Pascual De Santis, M.D., and gastroenterologist Barry Mills, M.D., have joined the Medical Group, an organization of more than 180 physicians in multiple specialties integrated within Baptist Health South Florida.

Dr. Solti Grasz will be the first primary care physician to see patients in the new Baptist Health Primary Care office at Doral, located at 9915 NW 41 St., Suite 230. He will focus on wellness and prevention and provide the community with continuity of care — an essential component of safe, effective and high-quality medical care. Patients visiting the primary care office will experience minimal wait times, same-day appointments and easy access to lab services, annual checkups and flu shots and vaccines.

Dr. Solti Grasz is Board-certified in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree at Universidad Central de Venezuela, Escuela José María Vargas, in Caracas, Venezuela. He completed internships in internal medicine at Hospital Vargas de Caracas in Caracas, Venezuela, and Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach. He also completed a residency in pulmonary medicine at José Ignasio Baldó Hospital in Caracas, and later served as associate program director of the hospital’s pulmonary residency program. He was an assistant professor of medicine at Florida International University’s Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine. He has conducted research in the area of pulmonary medicine and his findings have been published in peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. De Santis will see patients at two Miami locations: the Baptist Health Primary Care office at Doral, located at 9915 NW 41 St., and the Baptist Health Primary Care office at Pinecrest, located at 13101 S. Dixie Hwy., Suite 400. He specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the endocrine system, such as diabetes and thyroid disorders, as well as pituitary diseases and adrenal disorders.

Dr. De Santis obtained his medical degree from Universidad Central de Venezuela Escuela de Medicina in Caracas, Venezuela. He completed an internal medicine residency at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine-Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami. His post-doctoral training includes two fellowships – one in clinical pharmacology at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., and one in endocrinology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.

Dr. Mills will see patients at the Tavernier office, located at 91550 Overseas Hwy., Suite 205. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines and biliary system.

Dr. Mills obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Boston College in Chestnut Hill, graduating magna cum laude, and was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Society in recognition of his academic achievements. He attended medical school at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. He completed residencies in internal medicine and gastroenterology as well as a fellowship in gastroenterology at Washington University School of Medicine, Barnes-Jewish Hospital. He is Board-certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine. He has published peer-reviewed articles on various topics in his specialty, such as renal disease and gastrointestinal tract disorders. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Medical Association, American College of Physicians and Florida Medical Association.

“We are very excited about the addition of these three physicians to our Medical Group,” said Bernie Fernandez Jr., M.D., CEO of Baptist Health Medical Group. “Each doctor brings a breadth of experience and knowledge of his specialty to our community and demonstrates our continued commitment to bringing many specialists together as a team to provide individualized, evidence-based care for patients throughout the region.”

About Baptist Health Medical Group
Baptist Health Medical Group, a network of primary care doctors and specialists who provide high-quality medical care to patients of all ages, is part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest healthcare organization in the region, with seven hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), nearly 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence. The not-for-profit, faith-based Baptist Health has approximately 16,000 employees and 2,300 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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Baptist Health researcher and colleagues announce the findings of a study that addresses the recent trends and associated costs

MIAMI, FL – November 14, 2016– A study published today in JAMA Cardiology and presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2016 reveals that while statin use has increased substantially among U.S. adults in the last 12 years, usage has not increased at the same rate among high-risk groups. The 12-year study of U.S. adults 40 years and older also evaluated the use of brand versus generic use of statin drugs and the relationship drug cost had on patient usage.

Statins, which are the world’s most widely used drug, are a class of medicines used to lower blood cholesterol levels and are a mainstay treatment option for reducing risk of heart attack, stroke and related death. The study demonstrated that among adults in the U.S. 40 years of age and older in the general population, statin drug usage increased almost 80 percent from 21.8 million individuals (17.9%) in 2002-2003 (134 million prescriptions) to 39.2 million individuals (27.8%) in 2012-2013 (221 million prescriptions).

“Using the 2002-2013 Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS) longitudinal data among the U.S. representative adult population showed that while statin use has increased substantially from 2002-2013, the uptake in high risk patients such as those with known heart disease or history of stroke, was lagging as well as its utilization was disproportionately lower among women, racial minorities and the uninsured,” said Khurram Nasir, M.D., M.P.H., senior author of the study and medical director of Baptist Health South Florida’s Center for Healthcare Advancement and Outcomes in Miami. “This is an important finding, because it sheds light on the evidence of treatment gaps and an urgent need for patient centered approaches to assess the reasons as well appropriate strategies to resolve inconsistent adoption of lifesaving treatment options in these vulnerable high risk individuals.”

The study also highlights the last 12 years which showed there has been a significant increase in patients using the generic drug, which is the less expensive version of the actual medication (8.4 percent in 2002-2003 to 81.8 percent in 2012-2013). As a result, in spite of almost doubling of statin use in the time period studied, the overall total national costs of the statin decreased from $17.2 billion in 2002 to $16.9 billion in 2012-2013.

However, it is worthwhile to note that in spite of less than one in five of all statin users consumed branded versions in 2012-2013, it was responsible for 55 percent of the entire statin costs. “While the reduction in costs from brand to generic statins is of paramount importance in the current transformative environment focusing on managing risking healthcare costs, further substitution is necessary,” Nasir said. “It is important to note that potentially $8 billion can be saved if nearly 20 percent of current brand statin users are substituted to equally efficacious generic versions.” The study also noted that use of generic versus branded statin is not only associated with lower overall total medication costs, but also impacts patient’s out of pocket payment. For example, in 2012-2013, the average yearly out of pocket costs for generic statins was nearly four times less than branded statins ($52 vs. $249).

Baptist Health South Florida
Baptist Health South Florida is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with seven hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), nearly 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Medical Group, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence. The not-for-profit, faith-based Baptist Health has approximately 16,000 employees and 2,300 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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MIAMI, FL – November 8, 2016 — Primary care physician Barbara Socha, M.D., FACP, has joined Baptist Health Medical Group, an organization of more than 180 physicians, as part of the Baptist Health Primary Care team. She will see patients in the Tavernier office, located at 91550 Overseas Highway, Suite 215. Dr. Socha is one of only a few primary physicians servicing patients in the Florida Keys. She will focus on wellness and prevention and provide the community with much-needed continuity of care — the foundation of the patient-doctor relationship and a fundamental characteristic of high-quality medical care.

She specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of health issues, including simple and complex health conditions, chronic disease management and the coordination of specialty care. She also focuses on wellness and prevention to help patients prevent disease, decrease disability and maintain good health.

Dr. Socha earned her medical degree at Akademia Medyczna we Wroclawiu, in Wroclaw, Poland. She completed a residency in in internal medicine at Saint Agnes Hospital, in Baltimore, where she served as chief resident. She is Board-certified in internal medicine, and fellow of the American College of Physicians.

Prior to joining Baptist Health Medical Group, Dr. Socha was a primary care physician at Atlantic General Health System in Ocean View, Delaware, and served as a volunteer clinical instructor of medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore. Dr. Socha has been a participating contributor to numerous clinical trials in the area of cardiovascular disease.

“Primary care physicians, like Dr. Socha, are the backbone of healthcare because they have the most consistent contact with patients,” said Bernie Fernandez Jr., M.D., CEO of Baptist Health Medical Group. “Patients in the Florida Keys have not had easy access to primary care and our goal along with Mariners Hospital clinical partners is to be part of the solution. We are proud to have Dr. Socha providing the Tavernier community with continuity of care, which is critical to achieving the best health outcomes.”

About Baptist Health Medical Group
Baptist Health Medical Group, a network of primary care doctors and specialists who provide high quality medical care to patients of all ages, is part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest healthcare organization in the region, with seven hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), nearly 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence. The not-for-profit, faith-based Baptist Health has approximately 16,000 employees and 2,300 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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MIAMI, FL – November 2, 2016 — Primary care physician Nathalie Regalado, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Medical Group, an organization of more than 180 physicians, as part of the Baptist Health Primary Care team. She will see patients in the Palmetto Bay office, located at 8750 SW 144 Street, Suite 207.

Dr. Regalado specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of health issues, including chronic disease management, minor emergencies, non-operative musculoskeletal problems, women’s health, urgent care and the coordination of specialty care. She also practices preventive medicine, helping patients take measures to prevent disease, decrease complications from existing disease and increase quality of life.

After graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from the University of Miami, Dr. Regalado earned her medical degree at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine as a Henry King Stanford Scholarship recipient. She completed an internship and a residency in primary care and internal medicine at the University of California – San Francisco Medical Center. Dr. Regalado has lectured extensively to physician peers on a variety of health topics and has a special interest in the evolving field of resistance training and its clinical effects.

“Dr. Regalado is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based primary care that reduces future illnesses,” said Bernie Fernandez Jr., M.D., CEO of Baptist Health Medical Group. “Patients will benefit from her comprehensive preventive medicine approach, which includes educating patients and helping them take measures to support good health.”

About Baptist Health Medical Group
Baptist Health Medical Group, a network of primary care doctors and specialists who provide high quality medical care to patients of all ages, is part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest healthcare organization in the region, with seven hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), nearly 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence. The not-for-profit, faith-based Baptist Health has approximately 16,000 employees and 2,300 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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MIAMI, FL – October 17, 2016 – Orthopedic surgeon Vivien Fongué, D.O., has joined Baptist Health Medical Group, an organization of more than 180 physicians, as part of the Miami Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute. Dr. Fongué specializes in the non-surgical and surgical treatment of general, acute and chronic orthopedic conditions affecting the bones, joints and soft tissues, complex fractures, non-union and mal-union, posttraumatic reconstruction of upper and lower extremities, pelvic and actabulum fractures, and periprosthetic fractures. He has special training in orthopedic trauma surgery, ranging from simple isolated fractures to multiple musculoskeletal injuries.

Dr. Fongué earned a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine, in Kansas City, Missouri. He completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at Grandview Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio and a fellowship in orthopedic trauma surgery at the University of Missouri School of Medicine in Columbia, Missouri. Before joining Baptist Health, Dr. Fongué was an orthopedic trauma surgeon at United Health Service Wilson Medical Center in Binghamton, New York.

“Dr. Fongué brings unique expertise and training in orthopedic trauma surgery, and his addition to our team means that patients with complex orthopedic injuries will have quick access to an expert,” said Bernie Fernandez Jr., M.D., CEO of Baptist Health Medical Group.

Dr. Fongué has authored peer-reviewed articles and presented research on his specialty. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics, the Orthopedic Trauma Association and AO North America.

“Orthopedic trauma cases require specialized care to promote healing and achieve excellent outcomes,” said John Uribe, M.D., medical director of Miami Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute. “Our patients certainly will benefit from the comprehensive care Dr. Fongué will provide.”

About Baptist Health Medical Group
Baptist Health Medical Group, a network of primary care doctors and specialists who provide high quality medical care to patients of all ages, is part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest healthcare organization in the region, with seven hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), nearly 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence. The not-for-profit, faith-based Baptist Health has approximately 16,000 employees and 2,300 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

About Miami Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute
Miami Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute offers comprehensive services for athletes and non-athletes – from physical and cognitive evaluation to rehabilitation and surgical reconstruction. Additionally, Miami Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute is the sports medicine provider for the Miami Dolphins, Miami HEAT, Florida Panthers, Florida International University athletics, Orange Bowl, Miami Open Tennis, World Golf Championship-Cadillac Championship, Miami Marathon and Half Marathon and Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

Miami Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute is part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest healthcare organization in the region, with seven hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), nearly 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Medical Group, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence. The not-for-profit, faith-based Baptist Health has approximately 16,000 employees and 2,300 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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MIAMI, FL – September 19, 2016 – Primary care physician Juliet Vento, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Medical Group, an organization of more than 180 physicians, as part of the Baptist Health Primary Care team. She will be seeing patients out of the Kendall Town & Country office, located at 11535 SW 88 Street. Dr. Vento specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of primary care issues, including the management of chronic diseases such as and diabetes and hypertension.

Dr. Vento earned an undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering from Florida International University in Miami, before receiving her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Medicine. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach, where she received the Intern of the Year award in 2014. Before attending medical school, she worked as a research technologist at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, developing and carrying out experimental protocols in lipid metabolism and insulin resistance animal studies.

“Dr. Vento is familiar with South Florida and the healthcare needs of our patients,” said Bernie Fernandez Jr., M.D., CEO of Baptist Health Medical Group. “She is a great addition to our primary care team.”

About Baptist Health Medical Group
Baptist Health Medical Group, a network of primary care doctors and specialists who provide high-quality medical care to patients of all ages, is part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest healthcare organization in the region, with seven hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), nearly 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence. The not-for-profit, faith-based Baptist Health has approximately 16,000 employees and 2,300 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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MIAMI, FL – September 12, 2016 – Primary care physician Jennifer Young, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Medical Group, an organization of more than 180 physicians, as part of the Baptist Health Primary Care team. She will be seeing patients out of the Baptist Hospital office, located at 8940 North Kendall Drive, Suite 901E. Dr. Young is Board-certified in internal medicine and specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of health issues.

After earning an undergraduate degree in journalism from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Dr. Young received her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. She completed an internship and residency at Stanford University Hospitals and Clinics in Palo Alto, California.

Before joining Baptist Health, Dr. Young was a Stanford University School of Medicine clinical assistant professor of medicine at Stanford Primary Care Portola Valley in Portola Valley, California. She also served as a staff physician with One Medical Group, a boutique primary care office in San Francisco, California.

“Dr. Young brings commitment and experience as a primary care physician,” said Bernie Fernandez Jr., M.D., CEO of Baptist Health Medical Group. “She will be an important advocate for our multicultural patients and an excellent addition to our team.”

Dr. Young is a member of the American College of Physicians, the Florida Medical Association and the American Medical Women’s Association.

About Baptist Health Medical Group
Baptist Health Medical Group, a network of primary care doctors and specialists who provide high-quality medical care to patients of all ages, is part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest healthcare organization in the region, with seven hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), nearly 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence. The not-for-profit, faith-based Baptist Health has approximately 16,000 employees and 2,300 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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MIAMI, FL – August 24, 2016 – Primary care physician Christopher da Fonseca, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Medical Group, an organization of more than 180 physicians, as part of the Baptist Health Primary Care team. He will be seeing patients at the Palmetto Bay office, located at 8750 SW 144 Street, Suite 207. Dr. da Fonseca is Board-certified in family medicine and specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of health issues.

Dr. da Fonseca received his medical degree from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in Miami, where he was awarded a National Conference of Family Medicine Students Scholarship and named Outstanding Student in Family Medicine and Geriatrics. He completed his residency in family medicine at the Family Medicine Residency program at West Kendall Baptist Hospital through an affiliation with Florida International University’s Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine in Miami. He was in the first class of residents and served as the inaugural chief resident.

“We’re pleased that Dr. da Fonseca will continue with Baptist Health following his successful residency,” said Bernie Fernandez Jr., M.D., CEO of Baptist Health Medical Group. “He is a very capable primary care doctor who is familiar with the healthcare needs of South Miami-Dade patients.”

Dr. da Fonseca is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the Florida Academy of Family Physicians and the American Medical Association. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

About Baptist Health Medical Group

Baptist Health Medical Group, a network of primary care doctors and specialists who provide high-quality medical care to patients of all ages, is part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest healthcare organization in the region, with seven hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), nearly 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence. The not-for-profit, faith-based Baptist Health has approximately 16,000 employees and 2,300 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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