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Gershwin Blyden, MD, PhD, FCP, FACP, is a board-certified hematologist-oncologist and medical director of The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research, with locations in Homestead, Orlando, Lakeland, Jacksonville, Belle Glade, Tallahassee, and Hollywood, Florida. With more than 40 years of diverse experience, Dr. Blyden is an esteemed physician in his field.

After receiving his bachelor’s degree in plant science from the Tuskegee Institute (now Tuskegee University) in Tuskegee, Alabama, in 1967, Dr. Blyden earned a PhD in pharmacology from prestigious Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, in 1976. Just three years later, he also earned his medical doctorate cum laude from Yale University.

In 1985, Dr. Blyden completed an internal medicine internship at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. That same year, he also finished his hematology/oncology and clinical pharmacology fellowship at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts. 

After graduating and completing his training, Dr. Blyden worked as an adjunct professor for the Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine in Miami Shores, Florida, an associate clinical professor of hematology and oncology at the University of Miami School of Medicine in Miami, Florida, and as an associate professor of clinical pharmacy and director of the Clinical Pharmacology Research Unit at Florida A&M University’s Miami location.

Today, Dr. Blyden is a leader in the field of sickle cell treatment, case management, and research. He provides comprehensive care for chronic diseases, with a special emphasis on sickle cell anemia. 

Dr. Blyden offers a variety of infusion services, school individualized education program (IEP) support, transcranial Doppler ultrasounds, and more.

Through active listening and thoughtful questioning, I am to deliver high-quality care that best treats multiple conditions that utilizes the most recent advancement in medicine. Dr. Jason Gajraj, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Coral Springs, FL and has over 11 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from St. Matthew's University medical school in 2009. He is affiliated with medical facilities University Hospital and Medical Center and Northwest Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Gajraj to book an appointment.

Fernando Lopez Ivern, MD, is an Internal, Family, and Emergency Medicine specialist who has served the Boca Raton, Florida community for more than 30 years. At Fernando Lopez Ivern MD, he provides comprehensive primary care services for patients of all ages with the flexibility they deserve. 

Dr. Lopez is a firm believer in personalized treatment. He proudly designs individualized health plans for every patient to ensure they can improve and maintain their health as they age. Whether patients need sick visits or treatment for cardiovascular conditions, Dr. Lopez tailors each patient’s regimen to meet their specific needs and goals. 

As the medical director and owner of Fernando Lopez-Ivern MD, Dr. Lopez strives to make health care accessible for every patient, even if they are housebound or lack reliable transportation.

Along with in-office visits, Dr. Lopez offers house calls and telehealth services to his patients. From head-to-toe physical exams to urgent care visits, Dr. Lopez can meet his patients on their terms to ensure they receive the needed attention and support.

Preventive care is at the core of Dr. Lopez’s commitment to individualized treatment plans. He works directly with each patient to prevent chronic disease, illness complications, and worsening symptoms through lifestyle modifications, nutritional counseling, and other preventive recommendations.

With experience in all aspects of medicine and multiple local hospital affiliates, Dr. Lopez provides high-quality medical treatment for patients of all ages. Call or schedule an appointment online today to learn more.        

David Perloff, MD, PA, is a board-certified cardiologist who has served the community of Broward County since 1997. At Perloff Cardiovascular Care in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Dr. Perloff specializes in general, preventive, and invasive cardiology. 

Dr. Perloff received his undergraduate degree and Doctor of Medicine from the University of Miami, where he graduated summa cum laude. He earned numerous awards and honors, including the James McKnight award, the McGraw Hill book award, and the John M. Marsh Prize, and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honorary society. He subsequently completed three years of internal medicine training and three years of invasive cardiology training at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami.

He is a fellow of both the American College of Cardiology and the American College of Physicians. He is also the President of the Florida chapter of the American College of Cardiology and has been active on their Board of Directors for many years. His previous appointments include the Chair of the Department of Medicine at Broward Health Medical Center, the Medical Director of Cardiology at Florida Medical Center, and the President of the Broward County Medical Association (BCMA). He has proudly served on the Orange Theory Fitness Medical Advisory Board for many years and continues to be active on both the Board of Directors and Board of Trustees of the BCMA.

Dr. Perloff has been certified to treat workers’ compensation patients since the beginning of his practice in 1997 and is involved in all aspects of high-quality, evidence-based, compassionate care. He serves as a treating physician, performing record reviews and independent medical evaluations. He also is honored to serve as an expert medical advisor for the courts on workers’ compensation issues.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Perloff is passionate about medical education and teaching. He is a clinical associate professor at NOVA/Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine and an assistant professor at the Florida International University College of Medicine. He has been actively teaching residents and medical students at Broward Health Medical Center for over 20 years. He has won numerous awards for this, including Attending of the Year (twice), Most Valuable Physician Award at Broward Health Medical Center, Outstanding Attending Physician Award, and the American College of Physicians – Florida Chapter “Community-Based Teacher” award.

Through active listening and thoughtful questioning, I am to deliver high-quality care that best treats multiple conditions that utilizes the most recent advancement in medicine. Dr. Jason Gajraj, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Coral Springs, FL and has over 11 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from St. Matthew's University medical school in 2009. He is affiliated with medical facilities University Hospital and Medical Center and Northwest Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Gajraj to book an appointment.

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.

Andrea J. Ramsay, MD, is a skilled primary care physician serving patients from the Plantation, Florida, office of AssociatesMD. 

Dr. Ramsay always had a dream and desire to become a special kind of doctor. Growing up in Miami, Florida, she attended the University of Florida and St. George’s University School of Medicine to begin a lifelong journey and dedication to the medical profession.

As Dr. Ramsay decided on her specialty, she pursued training in Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Trauma, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Plastic Surgery, and then Family Medicine – Family Medicine became her true calling because she could do a little bit of everything.

After spending a year in Buffalo, New York, for a Family Medicine Internship, she returned home to complete her residency at the University of Miami. The Jackson Memorial Hospital experience allowed her to speak medical Spanish fluently. 

Since 2015, Dr. Ramsay has been with AssociatesMD. She has long-term patients who have followed her from the Pembroke Pines office because they feel she has saved and improved their lives in a significant manner and is compassionate in her care. Her patients feel safe and comfortable and appreciate her experience in knowing what works best and shifting when a new approach is necessary. It is a partnership where both parties are involved in caring/healing because neither can happen independently.

Dr. Andrea J. Ramsay is board certified in Family Medicine and has over 25 years of experience. She continues training in Integrative Medicine, including Ayurvedic Medicine, supplements, and herbal medicine, and supports healing in mental health/cognitive behavioral therapy.

Dr. Ramsay’s 3 Basic Principles:

#1.: Golden Rule. “Treat the patient like you want to be treated and treat them like they are family.”
#2. Live a Healthy and Spiritual Life. Don’t just talk the talk but walk the walk.
#3. Keep it simple. “Medicine and Insurance companies can get very complicated. It is my job to be a wise filter. I am here to understand, help diagnose, and treat and provide the best quality care for each and every patient.”

Amanda Berg, MD, is a skilled, board-certified internist at AssociatesMD in Plantation, Florida.

Originally from Michigan, Dr. Berg completed medical school in Detroit at Wayne State University, then moved to New Orleans for her intern year at Tulane. After Hurricane Katrina, she returned to Detroit and finished her residency training at the Detroit Medical Center. Following her training, she followed the rest of her family to Florida for the sun and warm weather.

Dr. Berg is passionate about metabolic syndrome, including elevated cholesterol, diabetes, and hypertension, often working closely with patients on diet and nutrition to help improve these medical conditions. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and feels comfortable treating many medical problems. She will go out of her way to ensure her patients always get 100% of her attention, and she treats every patient like family.

Dr. Berg lives with her three sons and husband. When not at work, you can find her traveling, exercising, and chasing her kids around.

Having most of your healthcare needs met by one doctor at one practice can be your new reality when you seek medical treatment at Plantation Medical Clinic, located in Plantation, Florida. Peter Simek, MD, and the clinic’s talented medical team can diagnose and treat just about any health problem you have, and attend to simple needs like routine check-ups. Plantation Medical Clinic is conveniently located close to neighborhoods in Fort Lauderdale, Davie, Sunrise, and Cooper City.

Dr. Simek earned his medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York. As a board-certified physician in emergency medicine, he treats patients for numerous health issues. Dr. Simek also offers routine physicals and wellness checks.

Plantation Medical Clinic has a multilingual staff fluent in English, Spanish, Russian, Czech, Slovak, Hebrew, and German. If you need to visit a caring and highly attentive Internal Medicine Physician, Peter Simek, MD, is currently accepting new patients that are in need of internal medicine, general health, and primary care services.