Internist
350 N Pine Island Rd
Suite 200
Plantation, FL
33324
Top reviews
Dr. Escobar was very thorough going over my chart. His new nurse was also very thorough. I liked her a lot made me feel very comfortable in the office. I love that I could ask Dr. Escobar anything and he had answers for me. I feeShow morel like he genuinely cares about his clients. These days, this is a wonderful gift. Thank you Dr. Escobar for sharing your gift with your patients.
Dr. Saltz speaks to you in layman’s terms. She listens to all my issues and she talks to me so that I can understand what is actually going on. I live in Tamarac and I drive all the way to Dania just to see Dr. Saltz that’s how muShow morech I appreciate her.
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.
Allergy Testing
Annual Pap smear
Annual Physical Exam
Annual Wellness Visit
Arthritis Management
Atrial Fibrillation
Blood pressure management
Cardiac Pre-Operative Clearance
Cardiology
Cholesterol Management
Cold & Flu
Cough
Depression
Diabetes Management
Diagnostics
Fever
Flu Season Management
Gastroesophageal Reflux
Glaucoma
Headaches
Heart Attack
High Blood Pressure
Immigration Physicals
Immunizations
Insomnia
Medicare Patient Navigation
Muscle Tension
Nutrition
Occupational Health
Preventative Healthcare
Primary Care
Sinus Infection
Sleep Apnea
Sports Injuries
Strains and Sprains
Surgical Pre-Operative Clearance
Thyroid management
Urgent Care
Urinary Tract Infection
Vaccines
Vascular Disease
Weight Loss
Women's Health Services
Womens Wellness
Locations (3)
AssociatesMD
350 N Pine Island Rd
Suite 200
Plantation, FL, 33324
AssociatesMD
4780 Davie Rd
Suite 101
Davie, FL, 33314
AssociatesMD
1604 Town Center Blvd
Suite 4B - 4C
Weston, FL, 33326
More About Dr. Juan Escobar, MD
NPI Number
1194771386
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
Dr. Escobar was very thorough going over my chart. His new nurse was also very thorough. I liked her a lot made me feel very comfortable in the office. I love that I could ask Dr. Escobar anything and he had answers for me. I feel like he genuinely cares about his clients. These days, this is a wonderful gift. Thank you Dr. Escobar for sharing your gift with your patients.
He was a very good Dr
Excellent doctor
Very thorough doctor. Felt comfortable. Pleasant experience. Just met him first time.
Muy atento, amable y profesional
Maravilloso
Dr E was great, He was thorough. I had a virtual and would use him again if needed.
Excellent bedside manner; Dow to earth;Thorough; ca
Dr Escobar was very thorough and took the time to answer any questions I had. This visit was for pre/op for surgery and would highly recommend him.
Dr. Escobar was very knowledgeable, kind and helpful. Very informative and compassionate.
Very professional
A great Doctor who is very concerned about her patient.
Dr Sanchez is amazing and Caitlin as well. So far everyone who assisted me has been very friendly and helpful. Great service the only hiccups is the waiting longer than normal but as far as the staffs they’re amazing thank you
Dr. Saltz speaks to you in layman’s terms. She listens to all my issues and she talks to me so that I can understand what is actually going on. I live in Tamarac and I drive all the way to Dania just to see Dr. Saltz that’s how much I appreciate her.
Muy buena
Dr. Sanshez is understanding a great listener , and makes you feel like her friend not just a patient she,s a Great Doctor.
A doctor from A to Z. A+
Excellent attention and care. Very methodical explaining and detailing the particular case.
I’m really happy with Dr.Escobar, a friendly person and great service, at every question he asked me he was listening carefully my answers.
Very clear explaining the results of my tests.
Dr. Escoba took the time to explain things and was very professional.
Excellent
A very good service
Exelente trato al paciente . Muy buena actitud
Dr. Escobar was very professional, friendly and laid back. He was easy to talk to. He took his time explaining things and allowing me to answer his questions. The visit did not feel rushed at all. I really appreciated the time and attention he gave me. I left feeling like my concerns were addressed in a thoughtful and caring manner. Keep up the good work Doc!
Dr. Sanchez is a 5 star doctor!
I always have a great visit with my Dr. So warm and welcoming. Takes the time to sit and chat not just about my medical issues but other things pertaining to life itself. Very caring and informative.Very compassionate, always a hug and not a hand shake.She is a God fearing Dr. Tells me she will be praying for me. She also has a funny bone, makes you crack up and puts you at ease.
El Dr escobar muy amable
Excellent.
Excelent
