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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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Alan Testa, DC, is an experienced chiropractor at Sports Chiro & Rehab in Davie, Florida, with more than 20 years of experience in chiropractic care, rehabilitation, and performance-based treatment. He is passionate about helping patients reduce pain, restore mobility, and achieve long-term physical wellness through personalized, evidence-based care.

Dr. Testa earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Indiana University and completed his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Life University in 2002. He is certified in Acupuncture and Active Release Technique (ART), and integrates advanced soft-tissue therapy, corrective exercise, and movement-based rehabilitation into every treatment plan. His clinical background includes working with elite athletes from the NFL, NBA, NHL, and MLB, as well as active individuals and families seeking to improve function and prevent injury.

Throughout his career, Dr. Testa has remained committed to continuing education and innovative care strategies. His certifications include Graston Technique, FAKTR-PM, Muscle Activation Technique, RTS Resistance Training Specialist, golf injury rehabilitation, and enzyme therapy.

He also served as an Active Release Technique Assistant Instructor from 2014 to 2020 and has partnered with performance organizations such as Bommarito Performance and XPE Sports.

In addition to private practice, Dr. Testa has supported athletic programs and major sporting events as a team chiropractor and medical provider, including high school championship teams and endurance competitions.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Testa enjoys spending time with his wife, two children, and their three Labrador Retrievers. He loves traveling, exploring new restaurants, solving escape rooms, and attending concerts and comedy shows.

Juan M. Escobar, MD, MPH, has over 27 years of experience in practicing cardiology. He is proud to bring his extensive experience to the team at AssociatesMD, where he sees patients from the office locations in Plantation and Weston, Florida. 

Dr. Escobar earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. He completed his internal medicine residency and fellowship at the same institution. Dr. Escobar achieved his board certification in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases and entry to the American College of Cardiology as a Fellow. 

Following his training, Dr. Escobar began his medical career in Dallas, where he initially worked as an Instructor of Medicine and later as an attending physician at Baylor Hospital. 

For five years, he was part of the Congestive Heart Failure and transplant service providing care to hospital patients and outpatients. He then moved to El Paso, Texas, where he practiced non-interventional cardiology for 20 years providing medical services in a medically underserved community. 

In 2019, Dr. Escobar began a personal goal of obtaining a Master of Public Health online at George Washington University with an emphasis on global health, a program he graduated from in August 2021. In 2022, he began a sabbatical year to allow time for volunteer work. 

For two months, he worked at the World Medical Missions in Kenya at the Tenwek Hospital and traveled to his native Colombia. Before joining AssociatesMD in July 2023, he worked for three months in a temporary capacity at Valley Verde Medical Center in Cottonwood, Arizona.

Dr. Escobar's background in various medical settings allows him to bring a unique perspective to the team at AssociatesMD, where he treats patients with all types of acute and chronic cardiovascular diseases. 

He has a special interest and expertise in the management of chronic heart failure. He believes in actively involving the patient and their family in the treatment of chronic heart disease, using education and counseling to bring about the best possible outcome. He makes a point to consider the complexity of the medicines and dietary changes necessary to achieve that goal.

A passionate learner and traveler, Dr. Escobar is keenly interested in learning and understanding different cultures and languages. He speaks Spanish fluently and has an advanced knowledge of French and some Italian. Lately, he has been focusing on learning a few phrases and words in Swahili. 

Outside of work, Dr. Escobar enjoys outdoor sports like running, cycling, and hiking and water sports like swimming, scuba, and sailing. He believes in setting a good example to his patients on the benefits of physical exercise in being instrumental to good overall health.

Languages Spoken:  English, Spanish, French, Italian  

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.

Edward Neff, MD, FACC, is the senior physician at Coral Gables Cardiology Associates, P.A., in Coral Gables, Florida, where he has extensive experience providing concierge internal medicine and cardiology care to his patients. He holds dual board certifications in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease. He is widely considered one of the top cardiologists in the area and has a special ability to inspire confidence in his care.

Dr. Neff is considered a “doctor’s doctor” and his patient base includes many other physicians who are drawn to his outstanding diagnostic abilities and experience in the field. 

Dr. Neff is known for his attention to patient care and the capacity to coordinate medical issues with other providers on multiple and often complex issues. Many of his patients have been members of the practice for decades, and he is now caring for several generations of extended families.

Dr. Neff has been the Miami Heat team doctor for over 30 years also provides post-career care for many former players and staff.

After graduating with a bachelor’s degree from St. Joseph’s College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Dr. Neff received his medical degree from the Temple University School of Medicine, also in Philadelphia. Dr. Neff completed a medical internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of Miami Hospital and Clinics in Miami, Florida. He went on to complete a fellowship in cardiology at Miami Veterans Administration Hospital.

Dr. Neff held positions as a Voluntary Associate Professor of Medicine and Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Miami School of Medicine, and as the chairman of the Heart Failure Committee at South Miami Hospital.

He maintains active membership in several professional organizations, including the American College of Cardiology, the American College of Physicians, Florida Medical Association, and the Dade County Medical Association.

Dr. Neff has attending privileges at South Miami Hospital in South Miami, Florida, and Doctors Hospital in Coral Gables, Florida.

Jacqueline Bradley, MD, FACC, has almost a decade of experience providing concierge internal medicine and cardiology care to patients at Coral Gables Cardiology Associates, P.A. in Coral Gables, Florida. She holds board certifications in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, and adult echocardiography.

Dr. Bradley has a wellness-centric approach to patient care and is known for her attentive, mindful, and caring manner. She has exceptional diagnostic and coordination abilities and is often entrusted to guide patients through complex and sometimes daunting treatments. Many patients note that her standard of care is superb and transformative, citing her intelligence, thoughtfulness, and outstanding communication skills. 

Dr. Bradley’s expertise extends to care for amateur and professional athletes, where her focus is on wellness and establishing lifetime medical care routines, especially with new players, many of whom have come to trust and rely upon her well past their professional careers. In her work with the Miami Heat, she handles every aspect of care, including preseason physicals and evaluation of players at the annual combine. She has also treated the Heat Check virtual players, WMBA, NBA G League, Inter Miami CF, Star Boxing, and Florida International University athletic teams. She attends nearly every Miami Heat home game as a physician and a fan. 

Dr. Bradley began her education at Concordia University in Irvine, California, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in biology and psychology. She received her medical degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in California and then completed her residency training in internal medicine at Huntington Hospital, an affiliate of Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, in Pasadena, California.

After finishing her residency, Dr. Bradley completed her fellowship in cardiology at Danbury Hospital, affiliated with the Yale School of Medicine, in Connecticut. Throughout her years of residency and fellowship training, Dr. Bradley participated in cardiology research with numerous experts in the field. She has also published scientific research in peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. Bradley speaks fluent Spanish and holds attending privileges at South Miami Hospital in South Miami, Florida, and Doctors Hospital in Coral Gables, Florida.

Andrew Cudmore, DO, is a board-certified Family Medicine physician at Coral Gables Cardiology Associates in Coral Gables, Florida. He's dedicated to helping patients achieve better health through comprehensive primary care, preventive medicine, and evidence-based treatment. 

After serving as a hospitalist physician with the Baptist Health System from 2021 to 2026, Dr. Cudmore transitioned to a traditional family medicine practice focused on long-term health management and personalized care. He completed his Family Medicine residency at Cook County Health System in Chicago, where he cared for diverse patient populations and gained extensive experience managing both acute and chronic medical conditions. Dr. Cudmore's clinical expertise includes preventive care, chronic disease management, lifestyle medicine, weight management, cardiology, pulmonary medicine, emergency medicine, palliative care, maternal-child health, and critical care.

In addition to caring for patients, Dr. Cudmore is passionate about medical education and quality improvement. He believes that lasting wellness begins with strong physician-patient relationships built on trust, education, and continuity of care. 

Fluent in English and medical Spanish, he is committed to making patients feel heard, informed, and empowered to take an active role in their health. Whether helping someone prevent disease, manage a chronic condition, or improve their overall well-being, Dr. Cudmore strives to deliver compassionate, personalized care at every stage of life.

Omar Issa, DO, FACC, practices concierge internal medicine and cardiology at Coral Gables Cardiology Associates, P.A. in Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Issa’s practice centers on evidence-based medicine, and he has particular expertise in preventive care as well as cardiovascular evaluation and treatment. He provides an integrated approach to medical care, emphasizing collaboration with all members of a patient’s health care team to ensure coordination, and optimize outcomes.

Dr. Issa has a special interest in the cardiovascular care of athletes. He completed an advanced cardiovascular fellowship in sports cardiology/cardiac performance with Harvard Medical School at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. During his training, Dr. Issa provided care to hundreds of amateur, elite level, and professional athletes, including those from the New England Patriots, Boston Bruins, and Boston Red Sox.

He is utilizing this experience in his current work with the Miami Heat, NBA G League, Inter Miami CF, and Florida International University athletic teams. His vision is to bring these techniques of performance optimization to amateur and recreational athletes in the Miami area. 

Dr. Issa graduated with a Bachelor of Science in microbiology from the University of Florida and then received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific in California. After returning to Florida, Dr. Issa did his internship and residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach. He also completed a fellowship in cardiovascular disease with the Columbia University Division of Cardiology at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach.

Dr. Issa holds board certification in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, adult comprehensive echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, and vascular interpretation. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and presented research to professional organizations such as the American College of Cardiology.

Dr. Issa holds attending privileges at South Miami Hospital in Miami, Florida, and Doctors Hospital in Coral Gables, Florida.

Carlos Vaca, MD, offers comprehensive medical care to patients of every generation, providing individualized services designed to enhance their overall health and quality of life. Dr. Vaca and the staff at his practice in Miami Florida peak fluent Spanish and English to accommodate the needs of everyone in the community.

Dr. Vaca is board-eligible with a specialty in internal medicine and a subspecialty in critical care medicine. With more than two decades of experience, he has helped hundreds of patients in the south Florida community, delivering family-focused and personalized care to each one. He is proud to serve as a trusted physician who cares for all his patients’ health needs. He puts the concept of comprehensive care into real-life practice by providing on-site services such as blood testing, ultrasounds, echocardiograms, and urinary analysis.

Originally from Nicaragua, Dr. Vaca attended university in Mexico before moving to the United States to work on his medical degree in New York City. He trained at New York Medical College and spent several years working at Miami Heart Institute and Cedars Medical Center in Miami before opening his own practice.