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Liliana Awan, MD, FAAFP, AAFP, is a board-certified family physician at Medical Center of Hollywood in Hollywood, Florida. She values her patients’ well-being and works hard to cater to a wide range of health and wellness needs. In order to serve a broad portion of the population, Dr. Awan is fluent in English, Spanish, and Romanian. 

Dr. Awan began her higher education at the University of Denver in Denver, Colorado, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in biology. She then attended Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE) in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, for her medical education. 

After earning her medical degree, Dr. Awan completed a year of residency training in psychiatry at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, before completing a family practice residency at Virtua Hospital in New Jersey. There, she served as chief resident. 

After finishing her training, Dr. Awan quickly settled in Florida and opened Medical Center of Hollywood, her private practice. She is affiliated with several hospitals in the area, including Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital South, and Memorial Hospital Pembroke, where she is the chief of medicine. 

Dr. Awan holds many certifications and seizes any opportunities to advance her expertise. She is certified in polysubstance abuse detoxification by the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. She also holds a certification in aesthetics from the American Academy of Family Physicians. Furthermore, she has earned the title of fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians, a very high standard in her field. 

At Medical Center of Hollywood, Dr. Awan provides family medicine, substance detoxification care, and innovative aesthetic treatments to help her patients see themselves in the best possible light. Available treatments and services include Botox®, fillers, Icon™ laser skin treatments and hair removal, Suboxone®, and ketamine infusions.

I am a passionate and dynamic individual who seamlessly integrates an active lifestyle with a fulfilling professional career as a doctor. I am dedicated to promoting health and well-being, and believe I embody the principles that I advocate by staying active and adventurous in my personal life. As an example, I find inspiration in the great outdoors. Hiking is a favorite pastime, offering the perfect escape from a busy schedule. Exploring nature’s beauty through trails and scenic routes fuels my sense of adventure and keeps me grounded. Professionally, I thrive in my role as a doctor, where i find joy in making a difference in people’s lives. I am known for my compassionate and empathetic approach. I take pride in providing care and empowering patients to lead healthier lives. I deeply value the opportunities to share knowledge, give back to the community, and collaborate with colleagues. I bring the same energy, curiosity, and generosity that define every aspect of my life.

As a board certified family medicine physician and co-owner of Gadh Family Practice, Rundeep Gadh, D.O. can treat every member of your family.  His practice is conveniently located in Plantation, Florida and he also sees patients from nearby areas including Sunrise, Davie, Weston, Ft. Lauderdale and Miami. 

After completing his Undergraduate degree in biology from NOVA Southeastern University in Davie, Florida, Dr. Gadh earned his medical degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine (NSUCOM).  He then completed his residency training in family medicine at Palmetto General Hospital in Hialeah, Florida.  Dr. Gadh was named “Best Resident” for his work at North Miami Beach Medical Center.  He is also a member of the American Osteopathic Association and the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians.

Dr. Gadh is a lifelong resident of South Florida and was born in Plantation, Florida.  He is a passionate fan of the Miami Dolphins and the Miami Heat.  He met his wife and medical partner, Dr. Ruchika Gadh, in medical school and they have been working together and raising a family with three beautiful daughters.  In his spare time, Dr. Gadh enjoys traveling, attending sports events, watching movies, reading, researching the newest tech gadgets and spending time with family and friends.

I am a foreign educated physician who practice primary care medicine in Cuba for over 10 years. I became an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) at Florida International University (FIU), and since 2015 I have been providing primary care service to a wide variety of age patient groups. I like to treat each and everyone of my patients as I treat my own dear mother. Always putting patient's care as the highest priority and negotiating with them the best option of diagnosing and treating them, is our way to practice high quality, comprehensive medical care.

I often tell people nursing is what I was made to do and I am still grateful for this amazing career 16 years later. My career began in the Chicagoland area working as an RN in a busy urban community hospital. My passion has always been in patient education and helping people learn and adapt to a lifestyle of health and wellness. I have nearly 8 years of Emergency nursing experience along with experience in Orthopedic Surgery, Primary Care, and Aesthetics as a nurse practitioner. My goal is to work with patients to achieve realistic outcomes, enhancing their wellness and beauty from the inside out.

Dr. Kruszka is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner, who has more than 12 years of extensive clinical experience. She focuses in primary care. As a detail-oriented clinician and educator, she has excellent critical thinking, communication, and teaching skills. She’s passionate about her work and cares about her patients and students. Over a decade, Dr. Kruszka has focused on clinical practice and education innovation. She believes in lifelong learning, which empowers her to become an expert in clinical practice.

Dr. Christopher Smith knew he was going to be a doctor from the time he was nine years old and removed a glass splinter from a 90-year-old woman’s foot. Since then, he’s studied, trained, and honed his dermatology and medical family practice at Christos Doctors Inn Walk-In Health Care in Lauderhill, Florida. Dr. Smith bases his medical practice on a simple, care-focused philosophy:

“Whenever you need us we are here for you. Taking care of you from pediatric to geriatric.”

Dr. Smith completed his undergraduate degree at Syracuse University in Syracuse, New York, before earning his medical degree at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Davie, Florida. He served his internship at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital in Far Rockaway, New York, and his residency at Palmetto General Hospital in Hialeah, Florida. Dr. Smith went on to complete specialized training in procedural and clinical dermatology.

At Christos Doctors Inn Walk-In Health Care, Dr. Smith provides a wide range of family medicine and dermatology services, including immigration and DOT physicals, skin cancer surgeries, and IV therapy. He also offers urgent care and same-day appointments whenever possible. He truly cares about his patients and offers friendly and comprehensive care in a convenient one-stop-shop for all their medical needs.

Dr. Richard Blanchar, medical director at Bayview General Medicine & Aesthetics in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has experience in many different fields of medicine, including emergency care, general medicine, and aesthetics. He combines his fields of expertise to provide patients with professional, state-of-the-art, and friendly medical care.

Dr. Blanchar graduated Phi Beta Kappa in 1978 from the University of Florida, in Gainesville, Florida with a bachelor of science in chemistry with high honors. He received his medical degree from the College of Medicine at the University of South Florida, Tampa in 1982 after participating in a three-year accelerated program. After graduation, he completed his first-year residency in internal medicine with an emphasis on emergency medical care. After his residency, Dr. Blanchar served as an emergency care physician at several Florida hospitals.  

In 1989, Dr. Blanchar founded Bayview General Medicine, which he expanded to include the aesthetics field in the early 2000s, thus becoming Bayview General Medicine & Aesthetics.

Dr. Blanchar has also been recognized as:

• A United States Civil Surgeon
• An FAA Certified Senior Aviation Medical Examiner
• Official Town Physician in 2003 and 2004

Dr. Blanchar prides himself on staying up-to-date on the latest science, research, and technology in his field by routinely completing over 120 hours of medical education each year (physicians are required to participate in at least 30 hours each year).

Dr. Ronaldo Calonje is a physician working at South Florida Sports Medicine and Primary Care in Coral Springs, Florida. He provides a variety of services to patients at this facility, including physical exams, and sports medicine, along with diagnosis and treatment for chronic conditions, such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol. His sports medicine practice ranges from weekend warriors to top professionals and everyone in between.

Dr. Calonje attended Miami-Dade College, where he studied psychology. After graduating from this institution with honors, he studied microbiology and immunology at the University of Miami. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Sciences. Dr. Calonje attended medical school at Autonomous School of Medical Sciences in Costa Rica. After returning to the United States, he completed a fellowship in sports medicine in Chicago, Illinois.

Since he began practicing sports medicine, Dr. Calonje has covered many events, including amateur boxing, professional boxing, WNBA basketball, mixed martial arts, the Chicago Marathon, Florida State University Athletics, special Olympics, F.I.U. Athletics, University of Miami Athletics, and more. He has served as Medical Director of South Florida Sports Medicine and Primary Care since 2011.

Dr. Calonje was born in Managua, Nicaragua. His father is a retired pediatrician who practiced for 20 years in Miami, Florida. His brother is an OB/GYN currently practicing at St. Alexius Medical Center in Illinois.