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Mitchell B. Cohen, MD. A founding member of Pinnacle Healthcare System, he serves patients at the practice’s office in Pembroke Pines, Florida. 

Dr. Cohen received his medical degree from Georgetown University in Washington, DC. Upon graduating, he completed his medical internship, residency, and cardiology fellowship at North Shore University Hospital-Cornell University and Memorial Sloan Kettering Center in New York. Dr. Cohen then went on to complete his electrophysiology fellowship at the Jackson Memorial Hospital University of Miami in Florida.

At Pinnacle Healthcare System, Dr. Cohen provides a wide range of services. He has a special interest in electrophysiology, which is the study of the heart’s electrical activity and characteristics.

He is currently accepting new patients and warmly welcomes them to Pinnacle Healthcare System. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Cohen, call the Pembroke Pines office or book a consultation online today.

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Zael Vazquez, MD, is board-certified in critical care medicine, pulmonary disease, and internal medicine. He is proud to provide state-of-the-art medical care to the North and West Broward communities at Pulmonary Care Clinics in Cooper City, Florida. 

Dr. Vazquez completed a residency in internal medicine at Drexel University College of Medicine and a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he received special training in the management of patients with complex pulmonary problems such as pulmonary hypertension, interstitial lung diseases, and COPD.

He went on to pursue an advanced fellowship in thoracic transplantation at Temple University. He currently serves as the Chief of Pulmonary Medicine at Memorial Hospital Pembroke and Chief of Respiratory Services at Select Specialty Hospital. 

He prides himself on providing excellent patient care in a compassionate, competent, confident, and communicative manner. Dr. Vazquez is fluent in the Spanish language. He enjoys cycling, physical fitness, and spending time with his wife and daughter.

Professional Biography. Birthplace: Adelaide Australia. Dr. Adam AU grew up in New York City and attended Providence  College and the University of New England, Biddeford, Maine, where he graduated with his first medical degree while taking Ph.D. courses during summer breaks. Subsequently, he has pursued novel discoveries with the University of Science, Arts and Technology, affiliated with Oxford University, to obtain his MD PhD. Historical hospital affiliations and connections include Jackson Memorial Hospital FL, Mercy Hospital FL, Larkin Community Hospital FL, Westchester General  Hospital FL, Mount Sinai Medical Center, NY, Columbia Presbyterian College of Surgeons, Clarion Community Hospital  PA. Dr. AU is an experienced internal medicine physician with 12 years of active continuous patient care contact. In addition to his experience in patient care, he has also served as Medical Director of patient rehabilitation centers in 2  centers located in Pompano and Miami, FL. He is currently in active practice as the Attending at Physicians Creek  Medical Center which also serves as a teaching institution for would-be medical professionals. With an interest in medical technology and discoveries, Dr. Adam AU has also founded Interstellar Pharmaceuticals with burgeoning novel therapeutic compounds.  

CORE COMPETENCIES  

 Vascular accesses, Echocardiograms, Electrocardiograms, Patient Care with initial diagnosis, treatment and medication management of acute and chronic conditions spanning Diabetes to Congestive Heart Failure, Experienced in Transplant Medicine, Infectious Disease treatments such as HIV AIDS treatment, Preliminary read and interpretation of imaging modalities such as Xrays, CT scans, Intra-articular injections and drainages such as knee injections and lumbar spine injections, Wound Care and Management, Physical Medicine treatments – Osteopathic Neuromuscular Treatments, Physiotherapy, Non – invasive Medical Laser Devices, Initial Evaluation and referral for pregnancies, Contraceptive therapy treatments, Medical Marijuana Certifications. Outpatient Clinic Management. IV fluid resuscitation, splinting, bracing, suturing.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE  

• Physicians Creek Medical | Miami, FL | 2020 – Present. Internal Medicine Physician. General Practice
• ZocDoc Telemedicine | Nationwide | 2020 – Present. Internal Medicine Physician. General Practice
• One Health Medical Centers | Miami, FL | 2019 – 2020. Internal Medicine Physician. General Practice
• Manatee County Clinics | Manatee C., FL | 2018 – 2019. Internal Medicine Physician. Primary Care
• NYC Physicians Concierge Medicine | Nationwide | 2018 - 2020. Internal Medicine Physician Calls.
• Miami Transplant Institute | Miami, FL | 2016 – 2017. Transplant Medicine. Inpatient.
• Jackson Memorial Hospital | Miami, FL | 2014 – 2017 Present. Internal Medicine Physician. In-patient
• Mercy Hospital | Miami, FL | 2013 – 2016. Internal Medicine Physician.  
• FIU Attending Physician | Miami, FL | 2015 – 2017. Internal Medicine Physician Inpatient.
• Westchester General Hospital | Miami, FL | 2014 – 2017. Internal Medicine Physician.
• Fox Medical Center | Miami, FL | 2014 – 2017. Internal Medicine Physician. Primary Care

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS  

• Clinical Laboratory Director. CMS. CLIA. 2023 – 2025  
• Controlled Substance Registration Certificate. DEA. 2012 -2026  
• Fellow, American College of Osteopathic Internist I 2015 – • Medical Laser Treatments. CME. 2022 -  
• Professional License | Internal Medicine. State of Florida 2022 - ACTIVE
• Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Resuscitation. State of Florida. Active
• Internal Medicine Residency Certification/ Diploma. Larkin Nova South Eastern University 2014
• University of Science, Arts and Technology. MD. PhD. Diploma/ Certificate
• Traditional Rotating Internship Certification. Clarion Hospital. Pennsylvania PA 2012  
• Columbia University. NY. Cardiothoracic Critical Care Unit Externship. 2011
• Osteopathic Medical Degree/ Diploma. UNECOM. 2010  
• Eleventh Annual Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Certificate. Miami Beach, Florida. February 14 – 17, 2013  
• Miami Transplant Institute CME Conference Certification. Miami Beach, Florida. 2015  
• Thirty-second Annual Echocardiography Symposium Certificate. Baptist Health South. Miami. November 2013  
• Fifth Annual Coronary CTA in Emergency Department: A Hands-on Workshop Certification. Miami. Florida. October 2013  
• 2023 Dermatology and Skin Care Workshop, 2023 Miami FL 
  
  

RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS  

FIU Asst. Prof & Research Mentor University of Miami. Office of Undergraduate Research and Community Outreach. (2014 – Ongoing). Current Research on Advances in Stents Recent Poster: https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1FhF01l-5N0bN0s_gku5-FsJyhSHQcak4FfHG4utl-z0/edit • NIH Trained. Protecting Human Subject Research Participants. (Since June 2014) • Clinical Trial Assistant. International Multicenter Study Protocol for Ticagrelor vs. ASA. AstraZeneca Pharmaceutical Company. • Member, of the Physiology and Pharmacology Journal Club. UNECOM (2008) Laboratory Bench Research. Focus on Neurophysiology of Migraines. Experiment: Using Light Box Assay, Cornea abrasion, and Photophobia to create migraine rodent models. • Research Assistant. Albert Einstein College of Medicine Montefiore Hospital. (2010) Perioperative anticoagulation trials. Bronx NY • Dean’s Research Fellow. (2007 – 2008)  

PUBLICATIONS  

Adam Au, and Sahil Verma, “In a Preliminary Simulation Data, Stent with Thinnest Strut Beta Crystalline Titanium Gold Alloy (β-Ti Au) Outperforms Typical Implants.” American Journal of Biomedical Research, vol. 6, no. 2 (2018): 46-52. doi: 10.12691/ajbr-6-2-3. • Au Adam, Protective Barrier for Fluid Conducting Lines, Espacenet. https://worldwide.espacenet.com/publicationDetails/biblio?CC=US&NR=2017232235 A1&KC=A1&FT=D Last accessed: 01/01/2018 • Au Adam, The Cardiac Mass; Is it A Thrombus, Tumor or Vegetation? Take it in the Context of the Disease. JBR Journal of Clinical Diagnosis and Research. August 2016 • Case Presentation # 4: Evidence-Based Use of Anticoagulants, Antiplatelets, and Thrombolytics in ACS, AF, DVT, and CVA. 50 Slides; 30 Short Cases. May 26th, 2014 • Case Presentation # 3: Redig A.J.Vaidya A.Bienfang D.C.Milligan T. A Pain in the Brain. N Eng. J Med 2013 368 e20 • Case Presentation # 2: Vaidya A., King L.Y., Lee L.S., Tucker J.K. A Complex Cause of Pleuritic Chest Pain. Interactive Medical Case. N England J Med 2012; 367:e21 • Case Presentation # 1: Anand V et. al. Disconnected. Interactive Medical Case. N England J Med 2012; 367:e10 August 16, 2012 • Au M. Adam., Baum B., Schiffman L. Michel G. Abstract: Title: Oculo- Urethro- Synovial Syndrome. American Association of Osteopathic Internists. FL(Nov. 2012) • Au M Adam (April 18, 2012). Is the History and Physical Still Relevant; comment. The Consultant.Retrieved04/26/2012 • Au Adam M, Bordenave G. Michel G. Poster Abstract: A 40-year-old male with anterior chest wall pain. Orlando FL. July 2013

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After earning her medical degree, Dr. Awan completed her Internal Medicine residency at FAU Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine. As a hospitalist, she gained extensive experience managing chronic conditions and caring for critically ill patients. Witnessing the cycle of repeated hospital readmissions inspired her commitment to preventative care, focusing on strategies to keep patients healthier and reduce unnecessary hospitalizations.

Through concierge medicine, Dr. Awan offers the time, attention, and personalized care needed to address each patient’s unique health goals. Her practice emphasizes lifestyle modifications, wellness optimization, and comprehensive care plans designed to enhance overall well-being.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Awan mentors medical residents as a Clinical Affiliate Instructor at Florida Atlantic University, fostering the next generation of patient-centered physicians.

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Dr. Jessica Eichler, MD, provides personalized, patient-centered care through her concierge practice, Boca Prestige Concierge, in Boca Raton, Florida. Focusing on preventive medicine, modern therapies, and holistic health, Dr. Eichler is passionate about restoring the art of meaningful doctor-patient relationships.

Dr. Eichler’s medical journey has been guided by her dedication to truly understanding and addressing her patients’ needs. Early in her career, she gravitated toward palliative care, where she could provide comfort and holistic support during life’s most challenging moments.

As Chief of the Palliative Care Department at Boca Raton Regional Hospital, she led a team committed to compassionate, patient-focused care. Her extensive background includes board certifications in Internal Medicine, Hospice, and Palliative Medicine, along with expertise in weight loss medicine and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.

Recognizing the limitations of traditional primary care, Dr. Eichler embraced concierge medicine to foster long-term partnerships with her patients and provide comprehensive, proactive care. Fluent in Spanish and with a Master’s in Psychology, she offers culturally sensitive, personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

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