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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. 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. 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.

Dr. S. Paul Sloane is an obesity and weight loss specialist who takes a holistic approach to patient care. With 10+ years in vascular surgery and emergency medicine, he believes lifestyle changes are key to weight loss, and surgery is a last resort. At Revolve Fitness, he offers personalized plans to meet unique needs. With a Master's in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Miami and US Army experience, Dr. Sloane brings a wealth of expertise to helping patients improve their overall health.

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.

Having a caring family practice physician who you can trust can help you stay on top of your health for the rest of your life.  Ruchika Gadh, D.O. is a board certified physician in family medicine and co-owner of Gadh Family Practice who serves patients in Plantation, Florida and its surrounding areas including Sunrise, Davie, Weston, Ft. Lauderdale and Miami. 

Dr. Gadh completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland with a bachelor’s degree in neurobiology and physiology.  She then received her medical degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Davie, Florida. Dr. Gadh took a special interest in family medicine and completed her residency at Palmetto General Hospital in Hialeah, Florida.  She was awarded “Best Resident” for her work at North Miami Beach Medical Center. She is also a member of the American Osteopathic Association and the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians.

While originally from Annapolis, Maryland, Dr. Gadh made South Florida her permanent home while she was in medical school, where she met her husband and medical partner, Dr. Rundeep Gadh.  When she is not busy taking care of her patients, Dr. Gadh enjoys traveling, cooking, photography, arts and crafts, decorating and spending time with her family and friends.  She also is a big fan of the Miami Heat.

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. 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).

Karina Croasdauile, APRN, FNP-C, is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse at MyDoc Women's Health Specialists. Karina provides all her patients with high-quality, compassionate care from two offices in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach, Florida.

Karina received her Master of Science Degree (MSN) in Nursing Practice-Family Nurse Practitioner from Florida Atlantic University (FAU) in Boca Raton, Florida. Prior to receiving her MSN, Karina earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in Nursing from Barry University in Miami Shores, Florida.

She is a member of the Florida Association of Nurse Women's Health, Obstetrical and Neonatal Nurse (AWOHNN).

Karina brings over fifteen years of experience as a Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse to MyDoc Women's Health Specialists, with a primary focus on gynecological preventive care. She treats an array of women's health conditions and is also skilled in disease management.

Karina is bilingual and speaks English and Spanish.

Hector Fabregas, MD, is an experienced primary care and geriatric physician at Healthstone Primary in Pembroke Pines, and Davie, Florida. During his medical training, he successfully completed a residency in family medicine at Louisiana State University and an extra year of training for a fellowship program in geriatric medicine at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital. He is also board certified in family medicine. His medical education and experience make him an excellent physician for every family's medical needs. 

Dr. Fabregas specializes in aging-related areas of medicine, such as common diseases and disorders that affect geriatric adults. Some of these include memory disorders and Alzheimer’s prevention, diagnosis and treatment of many kinds of bone diseases, functional decline and fall preventions, balance and gait evaluation, urinary incontinence and treatment approaches, and depression and sleep disorders in the elderly. Nutritional assessments, pressure ulcers prevention and treatment, and guidelines for advance directives are also part of geriatric medicine services at Healthstone Primary.

With preventive care for the whole family in mind, Dr. Fabregas and his team provide comprehensive medical care through a full assessment of multiple diseases, screening studies, pre-operative assessments and risk factor evaluations, immunizations, and lifestyle modification programs. Dr. Fabregas also maintains friendly, professional relationships with medical specialists in Broward and Dade County to ensure patients have access to the best care possible.

To make an appointment with Dr. Fabregas, call Healthstone Primary today or book online.

 

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Hector Fabregas, MD, is an experienced primary care and geriatric physician at Healthstone Primary in Pembroke Pines, and Davie, Florida. During his medical training, he successfully completed a residency in family medicine at Louisiana State University and an extra year of training for a fellowship program in geriatric medicine at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital. He is also board certified in family medicine. His medical education and experience make him an excellent physician for every family's medical needs. 

Dr. Fabregas specializes in aging-related areas of medicine, such as common diseases and disorders that affect geriatric adults. Some of these include memory disorders and Alzheimer’s prevention, diagnosis and treatment of many kinds of bone diseases, functional decline and fall preventions, balance and gait evaluation, urinary incontinence and treatment approaches, and depression and sleep disorders in the elderly. Nutritional assessments, pressure ulcers prevention and treatment, and guidelines for advance directives are also part of geriatric medicine services at Healthstone Primary.

With preventive care for the whole family in mind, Dr. Fabregas and his team provide comprehensive medical care through a full assessment of multiple diseases, screening studies, pre-operative assessments and risk factor evaluations, immunizations, and lifestyle modification programs. Dr. Fabregas also maintains friendly, professional relationships with medical specialists in Broward and Dade County to ensure patients have access to the best care possible.

To make an appointment with Dr. Fabregas, call Healthstone Primary today or book online.

 

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A dedicated healthcare professional with an impressive amount of clinical/medical knowledge with over 20 years of experience in the field. Experienced psychiatric and family Nurse Practitioner with outstanding patient relations and clinical judgment skills in mental health, addiction medicine, and family practice/primary care. Ability to develop a consultative rapport of trust with diverse groups, communities, and cultures. Treatment of adults, families, children, and adolescents with medical, psychiatric, and addiction recovery needs.