Chen Senior Medical Center

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  Anil Nasta, MD

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  Dr. Anil Nasta started with a goal of attending medical school to study sports medicine. However, over time, he discovered a passion for family medicine - especially working with seniors. "As I became more involved in general practice, I realized the senior population requires the most, and best care," Dr. Nasta says. "It's essential to ensuring they can live a healthy lifestyle and one of the things I value most about my job is getting to know my patients, helping them achieve healthy outcomes and improving their quality of life." Dr. Nasta's specialty in family medicine is devoted to integrated healthcare for seniors. His practice emphasizes disease prevention and health promotion and encompasses various conditions and body systems. He has served patients in private practice and hospital and urgent care settings and is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Nasta is fluent in English, but he is also learning Spanish so he can better connect with his Spanish-speaking patients.  Dr. Nasta holds a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Florida International University. He earned his medical degree from Saint Matthews University School of Medicine in the Grand Cayman Islands and completed his residency at Mid-Hudson Family Medicine in New York. He is a member of the American Medical Association, the Florida Medical Association and the American Academy of Family Physicians. In his off time, Dr. Nasta enjoys traveling abroad, cooking Mediterranean cuisine, watching college basketball and practicing Bikram yoga.

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  Maina Gatonye, MD

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  Dr. Gatonye is committed to building long lasting relationships with patients, treating them like his own family. "I enjoy the rapport I build with people. I'm a good listener and I'm very actively involved in helping them make health care decisions. I also make a point of following up to see how they're doing." When he's not seeing patients, Dr. Gatonye enjoys soccer, cycling and swimming. Besides being an avid sports fan, he enjoys traveling around the world.

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  Magalys Vitiello, MD

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  When patients visit Dr. Magalys Vitiello, they immediately sense her kind manner and genuine concern for their health and wellbeing. "I want my patients to feel comfortable and see me as their partner in health," she says. "Seniors often have multiple medical concerns that can be challenging to manage. Helping them make their lives better really matters to me. In my culture, we have a lot of respect for our elders. I feel it is a privilege to be able to support them."

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  Ana Tascheret, MD

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  Dr. Ana Tascheret's interest in medicine started in high school, when she accepted a volunteer job. "I worked at a nursing home," she said, "and it was there that my passion for medicine and desire to help seniors grew." As her career has evolved, Dr. Tascheret believes that seniors' needs are often underestimated. "Two areas that are commonly overlooked are older adults' access to healthcare services and their ability to pay for them. By joining ChenMed, I feel like I'm a part of the solution and helping to close those critical gaps. I can spend more time with patients, get to know them and meet their specific care needs."

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  Jose Cofino, MSN, FNP-BC, NP-C

  MSN, FNP-BC, NP-C

  Jose Cofino is a family nurse practitioner and a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. He earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Havana in Cuba and a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Florida Atlantic University. He earned his master’s degree in nursing from Barry University in Miami. Prior to joining Chen, Jose was a nurse supervisor at Vitas Innovative Hospice Care where he identified physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs for terminally ill patients and their families. Jose is fluent in English and Spanish.

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  Jennifer Castilloux, DO

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  Since Dr. Jennifer Castilloux was young, she’s always been interested in science. “All the complexities of the human body and pathology piqued my interest,” Dr. Castilloux says. Specializing in internal medicine, Dr. Castilloux rounds in skilled nursing facilities in Broward and Miami-Dade counties. “I chose to work with seniors because I believe they deserve a physician that will advocate for their needs, especially if they are unable to do so for themselves. I take time to make sure my patients really understand what’s going on with them and teach them about prevention so they can regain control of their health and take better care of themselves,” Dr. Castilloux adds.

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  Michael Joseph

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  Dr. Michael Joseph knew from age 12 that he wanted to be a physician, and he spent many years treating patients in hospitals. Having seen how the right care and follow-up can reduce avoidable hospital stays, he’s on a mission to meet that need. “It brings me great pride to now work for a company that provides affordable VIP care,” Dr. Joseph says. “Seniors are such a deserving population, and I enjoy helping them make decisions for better health.” When he’s not working, Dr. Joseph likes to spend time with family and friends, exercise, play tennis, see new movies and shows, sing, play piano, and travel. While he has visited many places around the world, his favorite so far has been Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

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  David Cevallos

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  A childhood fascination with physicians led Dr. David Cevallos to volunteer in the ER during high school — and he’s been passionate about patient care ever since. Dedicated to providing complete care to seniors, Dr. Cevallos specializes in both geriatrics and family medicine. “My goal is to help them stay as healthy as possible and maximize their quality of life,” he says. “To do that, I get to know each patient as a whole, and I provide education in addition to care.” In his down time, Dr. Cevallos likes to stay up with medical research, play soccer and other sports, watch TV shows and movies, listen and dance to music, and spend time with family. With many of his family members living in Ecuador, it has been his favorite place to visit.

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  Ariadna Delvasto

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  As a dedicated physician, Dr. Ariadna Delvasto highlights the importance of shared decision making with her patients. “Communication is the key to every relationship,” she says. Dr. Delvasto adds that she always strives to clearly explain a patient’s health issues to them, so they can make an informed decision. Her favorite part of her profession is helping the community, and she actively works to provide patients with “an integral intervention between physical and psychological health assessments.” Dr. Delvasto considers herself to be family-oriented, easy-going, and non-judgmental. In her free time, Dr. Delvasto loves spending time with her family. She likes the sunshine and enjoys attending art exhibits and cultural events.

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  Alejandro Iturralde

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  Pursuing a career in healthcare was a natural choice for Dr. Alejandro Iturralde, as he was raised in “a family of givers.” He explains, “Healthcare as a patient can be intimidating and confusing. I want to be the guide that my patients can rely on.” He finds it very rewarding to establish close relationships with patients and their families. “I have found that making a human connection with something personal is the founding stone of a healthy and long-lasting relationship,” he says. He strives to be available for patients and wants his office to be “a safe haven” for any seniors who need it. In his free time, Dr. Iturralde enjoys traveling with his wife. He also likes soccer and has been playing piano since he was a teenager.

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  Farrah Rajab

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  Dr. Farrah Rajab strives to ensure each patient’s values are considered when creating treatment plans. She explains, “My personal mission is to empower patients, enabling them to engage meaningfully with their medical team, in order to make informed medical decisions and create effective health improvement plans.” She adds, “I have a passion for teaching, and I use those skills to explain complex medical concepts in simple terms to my patients.” She feels that “seniors are often overlooked, underestimated, and undervalued” in society, and she strives to make them feel seen and heard. She believes strong relationships are formed “with consistent respect, curiosity, and honesty.” In her free time, Dr. Rajab enjoys going to the beach, bicycling, and cooking.

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  Genet Lao Loo

  MSN, NP

  Genet Lao Loo says her “passion for medicine” was awakened while watching her physician parents teach students and lead conferences. “My favorite part of my profession is the relationship I build with my patients,” she says. She believes the best way to communicate and connect with patients is to “actively listen” to the patients before speaking. “I always aim to make my patients feel comfortable. I listen to their concerns, respect theircultural believes and wishes, and provide emotional support for each one of them,” she explains. She especially enjoys acting as a guide for her senior patients. In her free time, Genet Lao Loo enjoys reading, cooking, and traveling with her family and friends.

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  Diego Rodriguez

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  Dr. Diego Rodriguez was inspired by stories of his great grandfather, who served as a physician in the Spanish Civil War, to pursue a career in medicine. “It’s a privilege to be able to serve as a guide for my patients, helping them navigate through challenging health situations and be that helping hand in time of need,” he says. He fi rst became drawn to the senior population while caring for his grandparents. He values genuine connections, explaining, “We are so much more similar than we are diff erent.” He vows to treat patients “in a holistic way that optimizes their health.” In his free time, Dr. Rodriguez likes playing guitar, enjoying nature, and spending time with family. He also enjoys playing a variety of sports.

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