Chen Senior Medical Center

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  Ricardo Melendez-Fadhel

  MD

  Dr. Ricardo Melendez-Fadhel has always been fascinated with the human body and dedicated his life to helping others after seeing the impact of his grandfather’s health complications. “It is truly rewarding to give back to older generations with the care they deserve,” Dr. Melendez-Fadhel says. “By improving their health and quality of life, I hope to help them spend more time focusing on what matters most.” Outside of work and medical research, Dr. Melendez-Fadhel enjoys quality time with his wife. Born and raised on an island, he is drawn to surfing, boating, scuba diving, relaxing on the beach, and watching sunsets. He enjoys traveling around the world and learning about different cultures.

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  Rene Parraga

  MD

  Doctor Rene Parraga-Montilla earned his doctorate in medicine from the Luis Razetti School of Medicine; he completed his internal medicine residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital, the major teaching facility for the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine. He joined the Miller School of Medicine as an Assistant Professor of Medicine and Associate Internal Medicine Clerkship Director. Prior to joining Chen, he taught medicine to medical students and trained physicians in the specialty of internal medicine at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Parraga-Montilla is motivated by complex medical cases and enjoys being a role model for younger physicians and other healthcare staff. “I hope to have a positive impact on how to treat patients professionally and with compassion,” Dr. Parraga-Montilla said. “It is important to listen to patients and let them know you care.”

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  Blanca Infante Avila

  MSN, ARNP, FNP-BC

  Blanca Infante knew in high school that she “wanted to work in the health field caring for patients.” She prides herself on listening to her patients’ concerns and loves watching them reach their goals. Blanca Infante has “deep respect” for the senior population. “I try to make their life as easy as possible,” she says. Blanca Infante believes healthcare should be accessible for everyone and emphasizes the importance of health education. Blanca Infante often reads and participates in seminars to keep up with new medical advancements. When not caring for patients, Blanca Infante enjoys working with her hands and making pottery. She hopes to one day take pottery classes. She also likes exercising in her free time.

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  Michael Herrera

  MD

  Dr. Michael Herrera loves caring for and connecting with his community, which is his favorite part of being a physician. “My patients are all treated like how I would treat my own family,” he says. He wants patients to know he will fight for them. “I will do everything that I possibly can to create a personalized treatment plan for every individual,” he says. He encourages patients to play an active role in their care and always takes the time to answer questions and explain treatments to patients and their families. “I want my patients’ families to be confident and secure in my taking care of their loves ones,” he says. In his free time, Dr. Herrera enjoys cooking with his fresh grown herbs. He also likes playing video games.

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