Welcome to My Virtual Office

I’m a board-certified physician, a lifelong learner, and a passionate advocate for health, wellness, fitness, faith, and medicine. With over 13 years of experience, my journey as a physician has been driven by a commitment to finding better ways to serve my patients.

Early in my career, I witnessed the frustrations of the traditional healthcare system—long wait times, impersonal care, and a focus on treating symptoms rather than addressing the root causes of illness. These challenges led me to establish my direct primary care practice, a model that prioritizes individualized care and meaningful doctor-patient relationships.

Over time, I recognized that while traditional medicine is essential, it often falls short in preventing disease and promoting long-term wellness. This realization led me to expand my approach, integrating the best medical science with lifestyle, mindset, and preventive strategies to create a holistic path to better health.

2020 was a turning point, reinforcing my belief that healthcare must evolve. Motivated by my patients' needs, in the last four years, I began pursuing advanced training in:

✔️ Functional Medicine – Root-cause approach to optimizing health

✔️ Obesity Medicine – Personalized strategies for weight and metabolic health

✔️ Brain Health with Dr. Amen – Mind-body connections and cognitive wellness

✔️ Culinary Medicine – Nutrition-based interventions for disease prevention

✔️ Health & Life Coaching – Helping individuals create lasting mindset and behavior changes for overall well-being

This training allows me to combine cutting-edge science with a whole-person approach, empowering patients with the tools, knowledge, and support needed for lasting transformation. With broad experience in family medicine and a focus on metabolic health, chronic disease prevention, and wellness, my approach now integrates science, mindset, and lifestyle for a truly holistic journey.

𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗹! Your thoughts and beliefs aren't just fleeting moments; they shape your reality and future. I believe that optimal health begins with the mind. Our thoughts, beliefs, and habits shape our physical well-being. When we align mental, physical, and emotional health, we unlock resilience, better decision-making, and the ability to achieve long-term wellness and personal growth.

This passion for integrating health, wellness, mindset, and spirituality is what drives me. My goal is to empower individuals to take control of their health and experience true transformation—inside and out.

Professional Roles & Leadership:

✔️ Founder of Dalian MD (formerly Your Family MD) – A virtual direct care practice focused on root-cause medicine, metabolic health, and long-term wellness.
✔️ Staff Physician at Krome Detention Center – Providing medical care to immigrant detainees in a complex healthcare environment.
✔️ Telemedicine Physician at Amwell – Expanding access to healthcare through virtual consultations.
✔️ Founder of Doctoras Boricuas Group – A social media community connecting and empowering Puerto Rican physicians.

Medical Training & Education:

✔️ Born and raised in Puerto Rico
✔️ Bachelor’s Degree in Biology – Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
✔️ Medical Degree – Iberoamerican University School of Medicine (UNIBE), Dominican Republic
✔️ Family Medicine Residency – St. Elizabeth Hospital, Ohio