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About Dr. Vega

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Estrella Vega, MD, is a board-certified family medicine and geriatric physician. With more than 12 years of experience treating patients of all ages, Dr. Vega delivers comprehensive care to residents in the community of Apopka, Florida, at I Am Healthy. She consistently incorporates a holistic approach to health care, ensuring her patients are treated in mind, body, and spirit.

Dr. Vega attended Loma Linda University School of Medicine in Loma Linda, California, before beginning her residency at Florida Hospital in Orlando, which is now part of AdventHealth. Passionate about elder care, she later completed a geriatric fellowship at the same hospital.

As a family medicine specialist, Dr. Vega strives to form long-lasting relationships with her patients and contribute to their overall well-being. She delivers a wide array of services for patients young and old, including immunizations, well-child visits, annual physicals, diabetes management, breast cancer awareness, and advanced care planning. It is Dr. Vega’s goal to provide the best health care possible, without sacrificing comfort or convenience.

About Dr. Salagubang

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Jason Salagubang, MD, is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine, who is also fellowship-trained in geriatrics. With a deep passion for wellness, Dr. Salagubang delivers exceptional care to patients throughout Apopka, Florida, and its surrounding communities at his practice, which is aptly named I Am Healthy.

Dr. Salagubang has always loved sunny skies and warm weather, so it’s no surprise that he chose Loma Linda University School of Medicine in Loma Linda, California, for medical school. He later relocated to Florida and completed his residency at Florida Hospital Medical Center.

As a physician with a broad range of experience, Dr. Salagubang cares for patients from birth through advanced age — providing immunizations, well-child visits, annual physicals, and diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses and injuries.

He has special training in caring for the elderly, assessing their functional and memory status, mobility, social needs, vision, and hearing, as well as attending to depression and nutrition screenings, advanced directives, and follow-up assessments. Dr. Salagubang even provides individualized care to patients in nursing homes, making himself as accessible as possible to all of his patients.

Allison Conley MSN, APRN-BC is the owner and founder of Strive Wellness and Medical Weight Loss Center. She is a board-certified family nurse practitioner, with extensive experience in primary and urgent care. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Advent Health University in 2009, and worked as a bedside nurse for 8years. Due to her lifelong passion for learning, she pursued her graduate studies, where she earned her Master’s degree in Nursing Science from Kaplan University in 2017. She went on further to receive training in Aesthetic, Medical weight loss and IV Vitamin hydration. These training has allowed her to make a positive impact on the lives of her clients. Her greatest passion is to empower her clients through education, which allows them to make an informed decision on their health and beauty needs.

Following the completion of his Sleep Medicine Fellowship at Stanford University in 2019, Dr. Drahos began working at the Orlando VA Medical Center. In 2020, he became the Section Chief of Sleep Medicine and led the department until 2023 when he resigned to create Premier Sleep Medicine. Dr. Drahos specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of Narcolepsy, Idiopathic Hypersomnia, and Dream Enactment Behavior (including REM Sleep Behavior Disorder and Trauma Associated Sleep Disorder). His passion for these sleep disorders has driven him to spread awareness and education as an expert speaker to sleep providers throughout the country. Education: Stanford University School of Medicine- Fellowship, Sleep Medicine Florida State University- Residency, Family Medicine Saba University School of Medicine- Doctor of Medicine University of Central Florida- BA, Biology and Sociology Licenses & Certifications: AASM, Board Certified Sleep Medicine AAFP, Board Certified Family Medicine

Allison Osborne, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant on the team at Premier Obstetrics & Gynecology, which has offices in Maitland, Oviedo, and Lake Mary, Florida. 

Allison was born in Germany and raised primarily overseas with her military family. She attended Christopher Newport University in Virginia, where she earned her undergraduate degree in Mathematics. Allison graduated with honors with a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Nova Southeastern University (Orlando Campus) in 2022. 

Throughout her career, Allison has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience from her professional experience in primary care. She has always had a passion for Women’s Health and is very excited to provide care for women! 

Allison and her husband have three amazing children. In her spare time, she enjoys running, playing volleyball, and spending time with her family and kitties. Allison is very excited to have found her professional home with Premier Obstetrics & Gynecology!

Alexander Daoud, MD, is a Board-Certified, Fellowship-Trained Dermatologist and Mohs Micrographic Surgeon with additional Fellowship Training in Cosmetic, Laser, and Vein Surgery. He sees patients at the Lake Mary and Winter Park, Florida, locations of Knight Dermatology Institute.

Dr. Daoud’s philosophy of patient care is that he and his patients are a team on the journey to optimal health. Through open communication, friendliness, and a persistent drive to advocate for his patient’s interests, he takes a conversational yet professional approach to patient encounters that leaves patients feeling empowered in their own care.

Education and training

Dr. Daoud attended Emory University for his undergraduate studies and then attended the Florida International University College of Medicine as the recipient of a full-tuition, merit-based academic scholarship. He was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society as a Junior Medical Student and graduated as Valedictorian of his medical school class in 2016.

After medical school, Dr. Daoud completed an Internship in Internal Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. He then moved to Long Island, NY, to complete a residency in Dermatology at Stony Brook University Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident of the Northport Veteran Affairs Medical Center. As a resident, Dr. Daoud also trained at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Skin Cancer Center, focusing on the detection and management of cutaneous malignancies such as melanoma.

Following residency, Dr. Daoud completed two fellowships: first, a Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery fellowship at the Johns Hopkins-affiliated Maryland, Laser, Skin, and Vein Institute. Here, he received advanced training in laser medicine and surgery, minimally invasive facial augmentation, and minimally invasive vein surgery. Thereafter, Dr. Daoud completed a second fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology at the University of Florida College of Medicine, training extensively in the surgical management and reconstructive surgery associated with cosmetically and functionally concerning skin cancers. During Fellowship, Dr. Daoud precepted the Resident Cosmetic Clinic, teaching advanced cosmetic procedures to both Dermatology and Plastic Surgery residents.

Research

Dr. Daoud’s research work has been published in peer-reviewed journal publications and textbooks, and he has conducted and served as co-investigator for clinical studies in cosmetic, surgical dermatology, and complex medical dermatology. He has presented on laser medicine, vein surgery, surgical dermatology, and aesthetic advancements at dermatology conferences worldwide, and he teaches the next generation of physicians as an Associate Professor of both Dermatology and Surgery at the Florida International University College of Medicine in Miami, FL.

Personal Life

When not in surgical scrubs, Dr. Daoud can be found weightlifting, practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, playing guitar, and wearing a genuinely astounding amount of sunscreen.

I have had the pleasure of working in the field of nursing in one aspect or another for over 33 years. I have extensive training in critical care both surgical and medical. I have provided care in large group settings with multiple providers as well as small rural healthcare settings. I enjoy family medicine the most with an emphasis on primary prevent. I believe that if you listen to the people I serve, that I am able to provide competent health care; both short term and long term with fiscal responsibility.

Alexander Daoud, MD, is a Board-Certified, Fellowship-Trained Dermatologist and Mohs Micrographic Surgeon with additional Fellowship Training in Cosmetic, Laser, and Vein Surgery. He sees patients at the Lake Mary and Winter Park, Florida, locations of Knight Dermatology Institute.

Dr. Daoud’s philosophy of patient care is that he and his patients are a team on the journey to optimal health. Through open communication, friendliness, and a persistent drive to advocate for his patient’s interests, he takes a conversational yet professional approach to patient encounters that leaves patients feeling empowered in their own care.

Education and training

Dr. Daoud attended Emory University for his undergraduate studies and then attended the Florida International University College of Medicine as the recipient of a full-tuition, merit-based academic scholarship. He was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society as a Junior Medical Student and graduated as Valedictorian of his medical school class in 2016.

After medical school, Dr. Daoud completed an Internship in Internal Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. He then moved to Long Island, NY, to complete a residency in Dermatology at Stony Brook University Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident of the Northport Veteran Affairs Medical Center. As a resident, Dr. Daoud also trained at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Skin Cancer Center, focusing on the detection and management of cutaneous malignancies such as melanoma.

Following residency, Dr. Daoud completed two fellowships: first, a Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery fellowship at the Johns Hopkins-affiliated Maryland, Laser, Skin, and Vein Institute. Here, he received advanced training in laser medicine and surgery, minimally invasive facial augmentation, and minimally invasive vein surgery. Thereafter, Dr. Daoud completed a second fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology at the University of Florida College of Medicine, training extensively in the surgical management and reconstructive surgery associated with cosmetically and functionally concerning skin cancers. During Fellowship, Dr. Daoud precepted the Resident Cosmetic Clinic, teaching advanced cosmetic procedures to both Dermatology and Plastic Surgery residents.

Research

Dr. Daoud’s research work has been published in peer-reviewed journal publications and textbooks, and he has conducted and served as co-investigator for clinical studies in cosmetic, surgical dermatology, and complex medical dermatology. He has presented on laser medicine, vein surgery, surgical dermatology, and aesthetic advancements at dermatology conferences worldwide, and he teaches the next generation of physicians as an Associate Professor of both Dermatology and Surgery at the Florida International University College of Medicine in Miami, FL.

Personal Life

When not in surgical scrubs, Dr. Daoud can be found weightlifting, practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, playing guitar, and wearing a genuinely astounding amount of sunscreen.

Dr. Bruce Weaver is a personable, compassionate, and thorough physician. He takes a holistic approach when caring for his patients. Dr. Weaver has been practicing medicine since 2004. He has been participating in Family Medicine, Occupational Medicine, and Urgent Care in Central Florida since 2009.

Allison Osborne, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant on the team at Premier Obstetrics & Gynecology, which has offices in Maitland, Oviedo, and Lake Mary, Florida. 

Allison was born in Germany and raised primarily overseas with her military family. She attended Christopher Newport University in Virginia, where she earned her undergraduate degree in Mathematics. Allison graduated with honors with a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Nova Southeastern University (Orlando Campus) in 2022. 

Throughout her career, Allison has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience from her professional experience in primary care. She has always had a passion for Women’s Health and is very excited to provide care for women! 

Allison and her husband have three amazing children. In her spare time, she enjoys running, playing volleyball, and spending time with her family and kitties. Allison is very excited to have found her professional home with Premier Obstetrics & Gynecology!

Allison Osborne, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant on the team at Premier Obstetrics & Gynecology, which has offices in Maitland, Oviedo, and Lake Mary, Florida. 

Allison was born in Germany and raised primarily overseas with her military family. She attended Christopher Newport University in Virginia, where she earned her undergraduate degree in Mathematics. Allison graduated with honors with a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Nova Southeastern University (Orlando Campus) in 2022. 

Throughout her career, Allison has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience from her professional experience in primary care. She has always had a passion for Women’s Health and is very excited to provide care for women! 

Allison and her husband have three amazing children. In her spare time, she enjoys running, playing volleyball, and spending time with her family and kitties. Allison is very excited to have found her professional home with Premier Obstetrics & Gynecology!

Erick Suarez, APRN, is the chief clinical officer at Pineapple Healthcare in Orlando, Florida. Erick is a board-certified nurse practitioner with more than five years of experience working with LGBTQ individuals. 

After earning his bachelor of science in nursing at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Myers, Florida, Erick completed his master of science in Nursing at Kaplan University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. 

Erick is an HIV/AIDS care specialist and a member of the American Academy of HIV. Dedicated to providing his patients the best care possible, Erick attended a post-graduate continuing education course in transgender care at Harvard School of Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts.

Erick is certified in basic life support (BLS), advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS), and pediatric life support (PLS) by the American Heart Association (AHA). He’s also fluent in English and Spanish.

When not at the office, Erick enjoys visiting the local theme park and relaxing at home.

Eliza Otero, APRN, FNP-C, AAHIV-M (She/ Her/ Hers), is a family nurse practitioner who sees patients at Pineapple Healthcare, located in Orlando, Florida. Her mission is to provide compassionate, comprehensive care to every patient she encounters. 

Eliza earned her Master of Science in Advanced Nursing Science with a concentration in Family Practice in 2019 from South University, based in Savannah, Georgia. She hold certification from the American Academy of HIV Medicine (AAHIVM). Eliza is originally from Puerto Rico and has 15 years of RN experience in progressive care units, intensive care units, and women’s care. 

Eliza has a son and two spoiled dogs. Outside of her responsibilities at Pineapple Healthcare, Eliza loves the beach, sun, and dogs! Her favorite dessert is a good moist-sweet-fudgy chocolate cake.

To schedule an appointment with Eliza or another member of the team at Pineapple Healthcare, call the office or request one using the online booking feature today.