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  On many levels, your primary-care provider is one of the people who knows you best. Not just what’s in your file, like lab results and prescription refills, the provider you’re (hopefully) seeing regularly is often the first to notice changes in your mental health and cognitive ability. “I see a lot of patients who […]

  Mental health might not be at the top of your list of issues to discuss with your primary-care provider during your next appointment, but that could be a big mistake. Successful treatment for emotional conditions and mental health issues often begins in the primary-care provider’s office and leads to the most successful outcomes. “It’s […]

  by Ryan Baker, MD, FAAFP If you’re 65 or turning 65, you might be missing out on important health benefits, and now’s the perfect time to evaluate your healthcare needs with your primary-care provider. Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period, also referred to as the Annual Enrollment Period runs through December 7. This means you can […]

  The end of Daylight Saving Time means an extra hour of sleep … but is it a quality hour of sleep? Sleep apnea could be affecting your sleep and your health, but diagnosing and treating it is easier than ever before. “In sleep apnea, when you fall asleep, the muscles in the back of […]

  If your sniffle becomes more than a nuisance, you could be one of almost 30 million Americans with sinusitis. Millennium Physician Group Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist Matthew Connor, M.D.,  says there’s a less invasive surgical solution that can help you breathe easier. “Patients who struggle with chronic sinusitis have a very difficult quality […]

  More People Eligible for COVID-19 Boosters There are now COVID-19 booster recommendations for all three available COVID-19 vaccines in the United States. According to the CDC, if you received a Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, the following groups are now eligible for a booster shot six months or more after being fully vaccinated (two […]

  Normal daily activities shouldn’t cause you pain. If you are experiencing pain that keeps you from enjoying life, it’s time to see your primary-care provider. “As a family and sports medicine physician, I specialize in the body mechanics needed for pain-free movement,” explains Millennium Physician Group’s Patrick Murray, M.D. “But I’m interested in everything […]

  By Brian Zelis, M.D. Family Medicine Physician This time of year means good food and family gatherings, but add a dash of holiday stress, and you have a recipe for a side of digestive discomfort. One of the most common digestive disorders is GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), and research has found seasonal trends for […]

  By: Elizabeth Sanders, D.O. Let’s rejoice in the season of gathering! Cooler weather arrives, and we start planning for the holidays. We make our grocery lists, stockpile ingredients, and order the turkey. My family also gets a smoked ham from Ward’s Supermarket. Thanksgiving’s my favorite holiday. Every November I survey my patients with this […]

  Open Enrollment Are you ready for some benefits? Medicare Open Enrollment Period (also referred to as the Annual Enrollment Period) runs from October 15 through December 7, but you’ll start feeling the excitement a couple of weeks earlier. The pre-game show started October 1, and you probably noticed because your e-mail and snail mailboxes, TV and […]

  Whether your 65th birthday is just around the corner, or that milestone is already in your rearview mirror, making Medicare decisions affects your health. In fact, studies show if you are uninsured or underinsured, you’re less likely to take advantage of preventive services and more likely to have poorer health outcomes. And that’s not […]

By the Numbers As of October 14, the CDC reports about 218 million people, or 65.6 percent of the total U.S. population, have received at least one dose of vaccine. About 188.3 million people, or 56.7 percent of the total U.S. population, have been fully vaccinated. Vaccinating the Unvaccinated As COVID-19 booster dose recommendations continue […]

If you’re one of the more than 4 and a half million Floridians enrolled in Medicare, starting October 15 you can review your options and make some changes. It’s the Medicare Annual Enrollment period, and Millennium Physician Group Primary-Care Provider Rick Waks, D.O., warns there’s one thing that’s non-negotiable. “They want to make sure that […]

VIDEO INTRO Preventing an illness or disease is always better than having to treat one, and that’s why it’s important to see a primary-care physician regularly. The team at Millennium Physician Group believes this is vital to better health. Millennium Family Medicine Physician Nektarios Demetriou, D.O., was recently interviewed an WFLA’s Daytime to share more […]

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and despite all the awareness, there’s still a lot of misinformation out there. Millennium Physician Group Director of the Center for Breast Health and Breast Surgeon Natalia Spinelli Partain explains every year, there’s more research and rumors about who’s really at risk for the disease. She’s busting the top […]

  by Ryan Baker, MD, FAAFP Mammograms are the gold standard for breast cancer screening, and often a woman is starting her regular mammograms at a stage of life when she may not be seeing her gynecologist once a year. Ideally, your primary-care provider is already seeing you at least annually for a physical already, […]

  Most cancers are first detected in primary-care settings, and primary-care physicians often spearhead the process in the early phase. This can be especially true when it comes to breast cancer. “From a primary-care standpoint, not every woman has a gynecologist whom they see regularly,” admits Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Nektarios Demetriou, D.O. […]

COVID-19 isn’t the only vaccine you should be talking to your doctor about. With so much focus on the COVID-19 vaccine, you may be overlooking your annual flu shot. Last year, the incidence of flu went way down, thanks to all the COVID precautions we were taking. But as Family Medicine Physician Nektarios Demetriou, D.O., […]

If you have hearing loss you know how frustrating it can be. But did you know hearing better can lead to feeling better? More than just an inconvenience, hearing loss can affect your mental and physical well-being. Millennium Physician Group Ear Nose and Throat Specialist Matthew Connor, M.D., says you don’t have to suffer in […]

Americans are living longer, but how can they live healthier? Life expectancies are increasing and that means doing everything we can to stay healthier longer. “As someone ages, they have to age gracefully,” says Millennium Physician Group internal Medicine Physician Bruce Lipschutz, D.O. “And that means staying as fit as you can.” He adds staying […]

  By Brian Zelis, M.D. Family Medicine Physician Go ahead … take a deep breath … now imagine if you couldn’t. October is Healthy Lung Month, and if you’re a current or former smoker, it’s the perfect time to speak with your primary-care provider about possibly being screened for lung cancer. Research has shown that […]

  September 20, 2021 — COVID-19 Third Dose Clarifications Many of our patients have questions about who should receive a third COVID-19 dose and when. At this time, the ONLY official recommendation is: If you are immunocompromised and have received both doses of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine, you need to wait at least 28 […]

  Watch Now! Physicians report hearing all sorts of excuses from their patients who don’t want to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Continuing our special series, In part two of our special series, we help separate fact from fiction when it comes to the COVID-19 vaccine. Myth You can catch COVID-19 from the COVID-19 Vaccine. “It […]

  Click Here to Watch! No more excuses, experts say vaccines are the key to ending the Pandemic. Millennium Chief Medical Officer Alejandro Perez-Trepichio busts more of the top COVID-19 vaccine myths, in part three of our special series. Myth I can still taste and smell, so I must not have COVID. “Among the symptoms […]

  By Brian Zelis, M.D. Family Medicine Physician HDL… LDL… Triglycerides… so many letters and numbers! September is National Cholesterol Education Month and the CDC reports about 38 percent of American adults have high cholesterol. Having high cholesterol puts you at risk for heart disease and stroke, two leading causes of death in the United […]

  If you’re one of the ninety-three million Americans with high cholesterol, you’re probably always on the lookout for tricks to achieve healthy cholesterol levels. “It’s not about lowering your cholesterol to a number, it’s about sustaining low cholesterol throughout a lifetime,” says Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Nektarios Demetriou, D.O. Dr. Demetriou cites […]

  Americans are living longer, but how can they live healthier? Family Medicine Physician Dantuluri P. Raju, M.D., has almost 50 years of medical experience and has been practicing in the Ocala area since 1980. He specializes in geriatric issues and says longer life expectancies mean you need to do everything you can to stay […]

  Watch Now The Pandemic has caused many of us to pack on a few extra pounds, but which fad diets are worth the hype? Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Aschanti Abarca Selva explains, when it comes to the pound-dropping promises of the latest fad diets, don’t fall for it. “Will you lose weight […]

  Click Here to watch! More than 160 million Americans enjoyed a cookout over Labor Day weekend… BBQs and warm temperatures can lead to a rise in food poisoning cases. But how do you know if it’s food poisoning or a stomach virus? And does it matter? Millennium Physician Group Internal Medicine Physician Yvonne Braver, […]

  by Ryan Baker, MD, FAAFP Your skin is the largest organ in your body, but people don’t think of it as another system that needs to be maintained and cared for. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and early detection of serious skin conditions like melanoma is crucial. For […]

  Who Am I? Name: Jeffrey Nelson, DHA Title and Company: Chief Innovation Officer, Millennium Physician Group Years with the Company: 12 Years in Southwest Florida or Years in County: 21 Nature of Business: Full-service physician group Education: Doctor of Health Administration Hometown: San Diego, CA What do you typically tell people when they ask […]

  We’re pleased to welcome FamilyMedicine and SportsMedicine physician Patrick Murray, M.D. His focuses include Non-operative Orthopedics, Sports-Related Concussions, and Exercise and Nutrition. He looks forward to meeting all your primarycare and sports medicine needs! Click here to learn more!

We’re happy to welcome Family Medicine physician Jomil Villasmil, M.D., to Brandon, Florida. Dr. Villasmil practices with a focus on preventive medicine and welcomes Spanish-speaking patients. Click here to learn more about Dr. Villasmil.

We’re pleased to welcome Internal Medicine physician Leon Yasay, M.D., to Orange Park. Dr. Yasay focuses on wellness and prevention and he welcomes Tagalog speaking patients. Click here to learn more!

We’re happy to announce the expansion of our Endocrinology team in Cape Coral with the addition of Shayhira Suazo Herrera, M.D. Dr. Herrera’s clinical interests include Diabetes, Obesity, Thyroid disease, Adrenal glad diseases, Autoimmune Diseases, Adrenal Gland Diseases, lipid abnormalities, metabolic bone disease, calcium disorders, prevention and management. Click here to learn more!

Francisco De Jesus Paulino, M.D., has joined our Fort Myers Pulmonary team! Dr. Paulino focuses on wellness and prevention, and welcomes Spanish-speaking patients. Click here to learn more!

We are happy to welcome Cardiologists Yemuna Emmy Satya, M.D., and Pareena Bilkoo, M.D., to Sarasota! Click below to learn more about our new doctors! Pareena Bilkoo, M.D. Yemuna Emmy Satya M.D., F.A.C.C.

  Family and Sports Medicine physician Nicholas Heathscott, M.D., has joined us in Tampa! Dr. Heathscott’s clinical interests include orthopedic conditions and chronic disease management. Click here to learn more!

We Are Here for You As new COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations continue to rise, rest assured all Millennium offices and services remain available to you during this COVID-19 resurgence. Millennium locations continue to maintain all precautions to provide a safe environment during your visit. Vaccination Remains the Best Defense Against Hospitalization Florida Health officials have […]

  UPDATED AS OF AUGUST 4, 2021 — Delta Dominance The highly contagious delta variant of the COVID-19 virus now accounts for the majority of COVID-19 infections and is fueling a nationwide increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. This is especially true in Florida. Some counties in Millennium’s service areas have been particularly impacted, including […]

  Watch Now COVID-19 cases are ramping up, and while the numbers of vaccinations are increasing,  hoaxes and misinformation are showing no signs of slowing down. Millennium Physician Group Chief Medical Officer Alejandro Perez-Trepechio sets the record straight. MYTH: I had COVID-19, so I don’t need a vaccine. “The question that we often get is […]

  Watch Now If taking a deep breath is a challenge, you could be one of millions with the undiagnosed condition COPD. COPD is a common condition and it can’t be cured, but you can easily diagnose and treat this chronic lung disease. “Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a disease of the lungs where different […]

  Watch Now Click Here to watch this Millennium Medical Report Even for the most seasoned Floridian, some summer days can be intolerable, and as the summertime temperatures rise here in Southwest Florida, heat-related illnesses become a real risk. Internal Medicine Physician Yvonne Braver, M.D., has tips so a hot day doesn’t turn into a trip […]

  Watch Now Most of us don’t even think twice about grabbing the sunblock, but our skin is not the only body part that needs protection. Our eyes also need some shade to protect them from permanent sun damage. “Not protecting your eyes from the sun can lead to a lot of issues,” says Family […]

  By Brian Zelis, M.D. Family Medicine Physician The CDC has cleared COVID-19 vaccinated Americans to travel again, and travel confidence is on the rise. TripAdvisor reports more than 67 percent of Americans are planning to travel this summer. If you’re hitting the road, or skies or rails, COVID-19 shouldn’t be your only concern. Vaccinated? […]

  It’s probably too early to say if the COVID-19 Pandemic will affect flu vaccination rates this year. For the coming flu season, the CDC recommends everyone older than six months without a conflicting health condition should get a flu vaccine to protect them and the people around them and to help reduce the strain […]

  Millions of people get the flu every year, several thousand are hospitalized, and manythousands die from flu-related issues. Getting your flu vaccination can help keep you safe from this potentially-serious virus. But people still find excuses to not get the shot. “In today’s environment, with so much access to information, people believe everything they […]

  August 2, 2021– Collier County Medical Society’s outgoing board president Rebekah Bernard, M.D., passed the gavel to Millennium Physician Group’s Chief Medical Officer Alejandro Perez-Trepichio, M.D. Dr. Perez-Trepechio began his one-year term as the 64th CCMS board president at the virtual meeting on July 24th. “I am very grateful to my colleagues for electing […]

We’re happy to announce the expansion of our Otolaryngology (ENT) team in Naples with the addition of Matthew Connor, M.D. Click here to learn more about Dr. Connor!

We’re happy to announce the expansion of our radiology team in Port Charlotte with the addition of Paul Ratcliff, D.O.

We’re pleased to welcome Kate Lops, M.D., to our Crestview office! Her clinical interests include wellness, prevention, and integrative medicine. Click here to learn more.

We are happy to welcome Endocrinologist Arpeta Gupta, M.D., to our Jacksonville Baymeadows office! Dr. Gupta focuses on diabetes and metabolism. Click here to learn more about Dr. Gupta!

We’re happy to announce Bhavika Babaria, M.D., will be joining our Internal Medicine team in North Port. She practices with a focus on diabetes and hypertension management. Click here to learn more!

With all the focus on COVID, many have been neglecting their healthcare, but for those 65 and over, the Annual Wellness Visit is the perfect chance to check in with their doctor. “An Annual Wellness Visit’s an exam for seniors over 65,” explains Dr. Rick Waks. “Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans both let you have […]

  When you sign up for Medicare, you’re eligible for a valuable free benefit, but the clock is ticking. The first 12 months you have the plan, you’re entitled to a “Welcome to Medicare” preventive visit. Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Rick Waks, D.O., says it’s important to take advantage of this valuable Medicare […]

Con artists may try to get your Medicare Number or personal information so they can steal your identity to commit Medicare fraud. Medicare fraud results in higher health care costs and taxes for everyone. Guard your Medicare card like it’s a credit card. Remember: Medicare will never contact you for your Medicare Number or other […]

Please welcome Dave Knudtson, M.D., internal medicine physician, to Naples! Dr. Knudtson focuses on wellness and prevention. To learn more about Dr. Knudtson, click here.

We are happy to welcome Allison Koss, D.O., to our family medicine team in Port Charlotte! Click here to learn more about Dr. Koss!

We are happy to announce Reginald Pinder II, D.O., will be joining us in Fort Myers! Dr. Pinder focuses sports medicine, non-operative orthopedics, and more! Click here to learn more.

Nearly half of adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure, putting them at risk for heart disease and stroke, but what you don’t know about hypertension might surprise you. Odds are, you may have high blood pressure and not even know it, that’s a serious mistake. Less worries more positive moments. Close up view […]

Don’t let diabetes steal your sight. If you’re one of the millions of Americans living with diabetes, you already know how important it is to schedule regular doctors’ exams and lab work. You may not realize how important it is to get regular eye exams as well. Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is the most common form […]

The A1C test is one of the most valuable tools your primary-care physician can use to manage your diabetes. It can identify prediabetes; it can be used to diagnose diabetes, and it monitors how well your diabetes treatment is working. “Especially coming out of COVID, many people have been sedentary and not eating as well, […]

UPDATED July 19, 2021 — According to CDC data, the delta variant accounts for nearly 60 percent of new COVID cases in U.S. The CDC also reports the seven-day average of new COVID-19 cases rose 70 percent, with hospitalizations up 36 percent and deaths up 26 percent. U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has reported […]

by Brian Zelis, M.D., Family Medicine Some say Southwest Florida has two seasons – hot and hotter. But the summertime rise in temperatures can really turn up the heat on a sun-related health issue.  Protect Your Largest Organ: Your skin is the largest organ in your body, it’s living, breathing and constantly changing, so it’s […]

Just because nurses retire, it doesn’t mean they stop caring. In fact, the Pandemic has brought a small group of nurses out of retirement to lend a hand when it was needed most. “There was a large group of nurses in Lee County who, with the Pandemic, wanted to help out,” explains Millennium Physician Group […]

Due to depletion of our supplies, Millennium Physician Group is no longer administering the Moderna vaccine (this includes administration of the second dose.) The Johnson & Johnson/Janssen one-dose vaccine is available in limited quantities to patients through a select number of our COVID-19 vaccine sites. Millennium locations administering the J&J vaccine can be viewed here. […]

  When is an emergency really an emergency? And when can your medical issue be taken care of by your primary-care provider? Family Physician Manuel Garcia, M.D., says the answer is just a phone call away. “Most people should have a primary-care physician who knows them medically, who they can call and consult, it’s very […]

You don’t only get sick during regular business hours. Virtual visits are moving out of the 9-5 to give patients the care they want when they need it. Millennium Physician Group is advancing the technology, creating a virtual care clinic to meet patients’ needs whenever they need care. “One of the things that we want […]

We are excited to announce Robert Ashley, M.D. has joined our Gainesville team. He specializes in family medicine with a focus on prevention and management of chronic conditions. Address: 6800 NW 9th Blvd., Suite 4 Gainesville, FL 32605 Click Here to learn more about Dr. Ashley!

Dana Ferrara-Planer, D.O., and her team are relocating to a new Millennium office in Port Charlotte. The new office is conveniently located less than six miles from our current location and included in the details below. Dr. Planer’s office will be located above Dr. David McAtee’s office, The Medical Office of the Future. If you […]

  We are excited to announce the expansion of our Rheumatology Team with the addition of Melissa Blom, M.D. Connect with Dr. Blom and let us help you manage your autoimmune and inflammatory disease! 14171 Metropolis Ave, Suite 101, Fort Myers, FL 33912 (239) 320-8140 Click Here to learn more about Dr. Blom!

We are pleased to announce the addition of Ivana Paz, M.D., in Naples. Dr. Paz speaks English, Serbian, Bosnian, Croatian and Spanish. Her clinical interests include prevention and wellness. Address: 6635 Hillway Circle, Suite 400 Naples, Florida 34112 (239) 455-9550 Learn more about Dr. Paz here!

#MIllenniumWelcome We are pleased to announce Kedra Williams, M.D., joining us at our 1st location in Yulee! Address: 463386 E State Road 200 Yulee, Florida 32097 (904) 648-8081 https://millenniumphysician.com/doctor/kedra-williams-m-d/

#MIllenniumWelcome We are pleased to announce Angel Polidoro, D.O., who is joining one of our Port Charlotte locations!   Address: 19531 Cochran Blvd. Port Charlotte, FL 33948 (941) 255-3535 https://millenniumphysician.com/doctor/angelique-polidoro-d-o/

#MIllenniumWelcome We are pleased to announce Thomas R. Mitchell, M.D., who is joining one of our Cape Coral locations!   Address: 126 Del Prado Blvd N, Suite 102 Cape Coral, FL 33909 (239) 772-8900 https://millenniumphysician.com/doctor/thomas-r-mitchell-m-d/

#MillenniumWelcome We are pleased to announce Frank A. Sirchia, M.D., our 1st location in Riverview!   Address: 6037 Winthrop Commerce Avenue, Suite 210 Riverview, FL 33578 (813) 423-7123 https://millenniumphysician.com/doctor/frank-a-sirchia-m-d/

#MillenniumWelcome We are pleased to announce Edward Tribuzio, M.D., Matthew Thornton, APRN, and Susan Llarena, PA who joined us at a NEW location in Fernandina Beach! Address: 1340 S. 18th Street, Suite 204 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Connect Today! (904) 261-0643                             […]

The One Appointment You Should Schedule with Your Doctor This Year “When you see a doctor regularly, your health improves.” Why is prevention so important? I firmly believe that when you see a doctor regularly, your health improves. An annual wellness exam is all about preventing illness. Seeing your doctor once a year gives the […]

#MillenniumWelcome We are pleased to announce Nektarios Demetriou, D.O., who is joining us at our 1st location in Wesley Chapel!   Addresses: 2649 Windguard Circle, Suite #101 Wesley Chapel, FL 33544 (813) 723-1303 https://millenniumphysician.com/doctor/nektarios-demetriou-d-o/

#MillenniumWelcome We are pleased to announce Santosh Kamath, M.D., who is joining us at our 2nd location in Palmetto! Address: 931 10th Street E Palmetto, FL 34221 (941) 933-8103 https://millenniumphysician.com/doctor/santosh-kamath-m-d/

#MillenniumMoves Effective immediately, Barrie McCrimmon, APRN is relocating to another Millennium office in Port Charlotte. She looks forward to seeing you at her new location! Learn more about Barrie: ► Experience: Experienced Practitioner specializing in both chronic care needs and acute visits ► Education: Master of Nursing Science, Nationally Board-certified Advanced Nurse Practitioner ► Focus: […]

HEALTH & WELLNESS: Preventing Heart Disease Health & Wellness by Ryan Baker, M.D. No Excuses When it Comes to Preventing Heart Disease February is American Heart Month, so I’ll take this opportunity to remind you that prevention really is the key to heart health. From a primary care perspective, I like to say that the […]

Anxiety robbing your sleep? A weighted blanket may help These five tips will help you sleep better (CNN) After my sister gave me a weighted blanket for Christmas, it became the gift that I didn’t know I needed. It’s one of the best things ever to happen to me. As someone with anxiety, I’ve struggled […]

Healthy Choices for 2021; How the Pandemic Has Affected People’s Diet and Exercise Plans “Eating modern ultra-processed foods in excess will increase your risk of modern diseases. Eat real foods, the ones your great-great-great-grandparents ate.” Presented by Millennium Physician Group – Juan Carlos Torres-Urrutia, M.D. “Eating modern ultra-processed foods in excess will increase your risk […]

Paradise Magazine featured our very own, Ryan L. Baker, M.D. in St. Petersburg. We are truly blessed to have Dr. Baker and all his efforts for his patients and community!

Congratulations LOUISE A. COHEN, M.D.! …for being voted the Millennium Physician Group Healthcare Worker of the Month for November!

COVID-19 NEWS WITH MILLENNIUM’S CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER DR. ALEJANDRO PEREZ-TREPICHIO IN THIS EDITION:  > A Happy, Healthy Thanksgiving > When and How to Test > Continued Precautions Urged A Happy, Healthy Thanksgiving  Many patients are asking, “What’s the safest way to celebrate Thanksgiving 2020?” Considering the steady increase in COVID-19 cases, the Centers for Disease […]

Our Sarasota office we will be relocating to another office in Sarasota just down the street from our current location. We are very excited to provide care to our patients at the new office. Included below is the new office information, please note that all upcoming appointments beginning November 16th will be at the new […]

Fort Myers-based Millennium Physician Group Wins Top Healthcare Award for Second Year in a Row Fort Myers, Florida, October 13, 2020: The state’s largest independent physician group, Millennium Physician Group, is proud to announce it’s been recognized with the Press Ganey “Pinnacle of Excellence” Award for consistently high levels of physician engagement for the years 2018, […]

Patient Update October 2020        COVID-19 News with Millennium’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Alejandro Perez-Trepichio In This Edition:  > Phase 3 Reopening – Masks Still Required at Millennium Locations > CDC Reverses Controversial Testing Guidance > The Added Importance of Flu Shots This Year Phase 3 Reopening – Masks Still Required at Millennium […]

Ryan Baker, M.D., FAAFP Education: Doctor of Medicine, Florida State University Residency: General Surgery, University of Illinois-Chicago/Metropolitan Hospitals and Family Medicine, Florida Hospital Specialty: Family Medicine Focus: Preventative care, disease management, and wellness Hobbies: Boating, fishing, and spending time at the beach with his wife and children Office: 2299 9th Ave N, Suite 1A, St. Petersburg, […]

In an effort to support our patients and the communities we serve during the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re pleased to introduce: Millennium’s Telehealth Service See YOUR physician in the comfort of YOUR own home through the convenience of YOUR smartphone or tablet. Call us to book your next appointment – or change an existing one – […]

There’s another alternative to the ER for patients in the Lee County area.  We are pleased to announce that the San Carlos Boulevard Walk-in Medical Center is now open and treating patients.  With two walk-in options now in Fort Myers our patients have access to more care during the evening and weekends. At the new […]

Millennium Physician Group is proud to expand across many communities in Florida with a brand-new market launching this week, February 10th.  We are pleased to welcome James Wilson, M.D. of Fort Walton Beach and Charles Barniv, M.D., of Destin to our team in the Northwest Florida region. With two new locations in the Panhandle, we […]

The Medical Office of the Future is Here! PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla., (December 16, 2019) — Millennium Physician Group is thrilled to announce the opening of The Medical Office of the Future – a doctor’s office that leverages technology to the benefit of the patient in a way that’s never been done before. Not in Southwest […]

Millennium Physician Group is proud to continue to grow in Northeast Florida.  On Monday, November 11th, we welcomed our newest physicians, advanced providers and team members in Fernandina Beach.  Give a big Millennium welcome to this highly qualified internal medicine team! Office Location:1250 South 18th Street, Ste 202Fernandina Beach, FL 32034(904) 277-4690

Millennium’s Englewood Medical Center opened for business Monday, November 4. The state-of-the-art, 20,000 square foot building at 3000 McCall Road is the first we designed and built from the ground up and with our patients in mind. Drs. Jack Baron, Todd Chace, Ramon De Leon,David Gooding, Lynette Llerena, and Rhoniel Perdigon call this new facility […]

Millennium Physician Group is proud to welcome our newest physicians, advanced providers and team members in Cape Coral. We are pleased to welcome this highly qualified internal medicine and pediatrician teams. Pediatrics: Ananthalakshmi Krishnan, M.D. Heather Close, APRN Internal Medicine: Ramiah Krishnan, M.D. Candace Wooley, APRN Office Location: 126 Del Prado Blvd. N, Suite 102 Cape […]

We are excited and proud to welcome our newest physician, in Fort Myers, and she is relocating from her practice in Bonita Springs! Please give a big Millennium welcome to Anjana Chaudhari, M.D.   Now Accepting New Patients! Office Location: 13691 Metro Pkwy #330 Fort Myers, FL 33912 (239) 310-5301

The 2019-2020 flu vaccine is anticipated to arrive three to four weeks later than its usual delivery date in early August. This delay is no cause for alarm, nor should it result in a vaccine shortage. The delay should, however, drive home the importance of working with your primary-care provider when it comes optimizing your health. Millennium is working closely with vaccine  […]

Move alert! Gina Lombardo Paz, M.D. is moving from Port Charlotte to Venice Bypass location on August 19th, 2019! Meet Dr. Paz:    Gina Lombardo Paz, M.D., family medicine physician, earned her degree at St. George’s University School of Medicine in St. George, Grenada and completed her residency at Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg, […]

We are excited and proud to welcome our newest providers, team members and patients in Sun City Center! Give a big Millennium welcome to our newest location with Benjamin Marquez, M.D., Tanika Williams, APRN and Melissa Garrison, APRN. Office Location: SUN CITY CENTER 953 Del Webb Blvd. Sun City Center, FL 33573           […]

We are excited and proud to welcome our newest providers, team members and patients in Fort Myers! Give a big Millennium welcome to our newest location with John Cossu, D.O. and Cynthia Lukasiewicz, D.O. Office Location: 6120 Winkler Road, Suite E Fort Myers, FL 33919

We are excited and proud to welcome our newest providers, team members and patients in Jacksonville! We now have 8 primary care locations in Jacksonville and continuing to grow!  Please give a big Millennium welcome to our newest location with Anthony Capasso, M.D. and Allison Krebs, APRN. Their Office Location: 1351 13th Ave South #110 […]

Millennium is pleased to announce we have expanded our primary care services in Jacksonville, Florida! Join us in welcoming Ernst Michel, M.D., Josmine Bernadin, APRN and their team to our practice. Their knowledge of healthcare and years of experience in the community is of great value to our organization. We want to welcome our new […]

Have you been experiencing chest pain, shortness of breath or dizziness, have high cholesterol or high blood pressure? It may be time to see a #cardiologist and begin your healthy heart journey. Meet a few of our Cardiologists now accepting patients at our Fort Myers office located on 13813 Metro Parkway. Brian Craig Taschner, M.D., Robert M. […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce we are expanding our primary care services in Jacksonville, Florida!  Join us in welcoming Victor Micolucci, M.D., Zhi Yu, M.D., PhD, Diana Medina, PA-C, Samantha Adessa, PA-C, Courtney Waters, PA-C, Courtney Griffin, PA-C and their team to our practice.  Their knowledge of healthcare and years of experience in the community […]

Millennium is pleased to announce we are expanding in our specialty department in Port Charlotte, Florida!  Join us in welcoming the office of Gastroenterologist, James S. Amontree, M.D., FACP to our team!  Their first official day at Millennium is Monday, January 21st, 2019. James S. Amontree M.D., FACP Dr. Amontree, gastroenterologist, earned his Bachelor of […]

We are pleased to announce our primary care services are expanding in Fort Myers. As of January 14, 2019, H. Lee Adkins, D.O., and his team have joined the Millennium Physician Group family. Their knowledge and years of experience is of great value to our organization. H. Lee Adkins, D.O. Dr. Adkins earned his Doctor […]

We are pleased to announce that Fred Bearison, M.D., Saba Irshad, M.D., Michelle L. Judah, D.O., Yvonne O. Latimer, M.D., Momina Qazi, M.D., John A. Rog, M.D., Tessa E. Wigger, M.D., Elizabeth Hartlaub, APRN, and their team have officially joined the Millennium Physician Group family.  We are very excited that they have decided to join […]

Millennium’s Punta Gorda primary care office, located on 315 E Olympia Ave, Suite 111, now has Saturday hours. Walk-ins welcome! Feeling sick on the weekend?  Millennium has got you covered because your healthcare is our priority!  We will get you the right care at the right time.  Our dedicated team members are here to coordinate […]

We are excited to announce that Millennium is growing in the Family Medicine Department.  Meet our newest team member, Paul Hemrick, D.O.  His knowledge of healthcare is of great value to our organization. Dr. Hemrick earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida.  He went on to obtain his Doctor […]

Dear Valued Patients, As of  Monday December 3, 2018, Dr. Rojas has relocated to a new Millennium Physician Group office in North Cape Coral, just off US-41 Tamiami Trail near North Fort Myers.  Should you want to continue your care with Dr. Rojas,  please schedule all upcoming appointments as his new location listed below. Ramses […]

Dear Valued Patients, We have exciting news to share with you about Millennium’s Advanced Provider – Deirdre Weirzbicki.  Deirdre has been given the opportunity to grow her practice and has relocated to our North Englewood office. As of December 3, 2018, Deirdre will no longer be seeing patients at her Venice office.  If you wish […]

We are excited to announce that Millennium is continuing to grow in Fort Myers, Florida.  Join us in welcoming our newest physicians, advanced practitioners and care team members to our family!  Their knowledge and years of experience in the community is of great value to our organization.  Learn more about Joseph Howard M.D., Jeffrey Williams M.D., Ann […]

We are excited to announce that Millennium is continuing to grow in North Florida. Join us in welcoming our newest physicians, advanced practitioner and care team members to our family! Learn more about Eric Norenberg, M.D., family practice physician, Razvan Balotescu, M.D., internal medicine physician and Nancy Stark, PA-C below. We would also like to […]

We are pleased to announce that Millennium continues to grow in the specialty department!  Join us in welcoming cardiologists  Robert Grohowski, M.D., and Brian Taschner, M.D.  Their knowledge of healthcare and years of experience is of great value to our organization.  Don’t forget to spread the news with your friends and family in the Fort Myers […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce an addition to our Sanibel and Cape Coral practice.  Join us in welcoming family care physician Trevor Cox, D.O.  His knowledge of health care and years of experience is of great value to our organization.  He is now accepting new patients at both locations!  Call 239-312-4544 for an appointment […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce we are growing in the cardiology department in Fort Myers.  Join us in welcoming Dr. Steven Lee! His knowledge of healthcare and years of experience is of great value to our organization. Steven Lee, M.D., FACC, FSCAI, cardiologist, earned his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from the University […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce an addition to our Fort Myers primary care team! Join us in welcoming Angela Tapia, M.D., and Juleidis Quintana M.D., both internal medicine providers.  Their knowledge of healthcare and years of experience is of great value to our organization. If you are interested in our new providers, book […]

At Millennium Physician Group we know life is busy, that’s why we offer school and sports physicals with no appointment necessary. Simply visit our Walk-in Medical Centers, conveniently open on the weekends and evenings to better meet your schedule. Click here to download your coupon today! Our Walkin Medical Center Locations: Venice 1287 U.S. 41 Bypass Venice, […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce an addition to our Punta Gorda primary care.  We are excited to see our team grow as we welcome Nancy Hundt, M.D.,  and staff to our organization.  Their knowledge of healthcare and years of experience in the community is of great value to Millennium. For more information about our newest […]

We are excited to announce an additional to our Port Charlotte practice.  On Monday, August 13, Millennium gained two new neurologist who will be located in our Aaron St office in Port Charlotte. Their years of experience in health care is of great value to our organization.  Join us in welcoming Jason Nazar, D.O., and […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce an addition to our Fort Myers primary care. We are excited to see our team grow as we welcome Allen Jacobs MD, Brian Martin DO, Irit Hemed MD, and staff to our organization.  Their knowledge of healthcare and years of experience in the community is of great value to […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce Binh Truong, M.D., has  joined our team!  We are excited to welcome her on board and watch our health care family continue to grow.  Read below to learn more about our newest team members. Binh Truong, M.D., Internal Medicine Provider Dr. Truong earned her Bachelor of Science from […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce and welcome the IMA EZ Care Clinic in Cape Coral near North Fort Myers as part of our Walk-in Medical Center locations.  This location is now open to treat all patients across Southwest Florida, not just Millennium patients! Feeling sick on a weekday and need to be seen […]

        On July 1, Millennium Physician Group and Internal Medical Associates (IMA) have joined forces as one organization. Our teams are dedicated to improving the health care of our Southwest Florida communities and this partnership allows our organizations to combine the talents of our physicians, advanced providers and care teams to better […]

Millennium Physician Group and Internal Medicine Associates Join Forces as One Organization Highly Skilled Providers. Exceptional Patient Experience.  Now One Healthcare Team.   July 2, 2018 – Fort Myers, Florida – Millennium Physician Group (Millennium) and Internal Medicine Associates (IMA) have become one organization as of July 1, 2018. “Millennium and IMA are dedicated to […]

Opioid Pain Medication Legislation Effective on July 1st, 2018, the state of Florida enacted new legislation regarding the prescribing of opioid pain medication to help reduce the amount of unnecessary opioid prescriptions and to assist in the recovery efforts of patients with addiction to opioid pills. Millennium Physician Group is here to help you understand […]

Bonita Springs Walk-in & Primary Care Providers Have Relocated Just Down the Street Millennium Physician Group has exciting news to share with you! The Bonita Springs Walk-in Medical Center has relocated just down the street!  Our new office will begin seeing patients this Friday, June 29. Millennium’s primary care providers, Dr. Shawn Miller, Linda Munroe, ARNP, Tammy Sadighi, […]

Lab Services Open On Saturday at Select Locations Did you know the Lab Services Department has expanded to Saturday hours at a few of our locations?  For our patients’ convenience, in addition to our weekday lab hours, many of our locations offer Saturday hours!  As of this Saturday, June 23, the Englewood Lab will be […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce an addition to our team.  Ana C. Ciszek, M.D., and Roberto Lopez, M.D., internal medicine providers,  have decided to join our practice. Their years of knowledge is of great value to our organization. For more information read on! Ana Cecilia Ciszek, M.D., internal medicine physician, earned her Doctor […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce that two new specialists joined our team! We are excited to welcome them on board and watch…

Our Palm Beach Boulevard Lab is pleased to announce that our lab is officially moving to a new location February 5, 2018 Millennium’s Palm …

Millennium Physician Group is proud to announce that we have a new primary care office in Jacksonville!  We welcome Mohammad Farooq Taj, M.D., and Rebecca Munzon, FNP, to our team.  Their knowledge of health care, and years in the community, is of great value to our organization.  For more information about our new locations and […]

Millennium Physician Group has some exciting and important news to share with you!  We are pleased to announce that Jorge L. Cabrera, MD, PhD, MSCI, Steven Ventrudo, MD, Michelle Fede, ARNP, FNP-BC and staff have officially joined the Millennium Physician Group family.  Their knowledge of health care, as well as their years of experience in the […]

Attention Lee County, Millennium’s Fort Myers internal medicine physician, Maria Alvarez-Krizam, has officially relocated to a new office as of Monday, May 7,2018.  Dr. Maria Alvarez-Krizam has joined the office of Dr. Lakshmi Bushan, just a few miles up the road from her previous Gladiolus office.  You can expect the same great service, care and […]

Millennium Physician Group is beyond excited to announce that we have expanded to North Florida. We have two wonderful offices that have decided to join our team in Jacksonville and MacClenny, Florida. Traveling North? Millennium has got you covered. Please join us in welcoming our Jacksonville team: Zwinda S. Roldan, M.D., Oscar E. Rodas, M.D., […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce we have expanded into Sanibel!  We welcome Scott Dunavant, M.D., Diane St. Pierre, ARNP, and staff and are very excited that they have decided to join our team.  Their knowledge of health care, as well as their years of experience in the community, is of great value to our […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce a new addition to our practice.  On April 23, 2018 we will open a new location in Bonita Springs with two new providers.  We are excited to welcome Dr. Alberto R. Concepcion, internal medicine provider, and Dr. Jason Triana, internal medicine provider, to our practice.  Their knowledge of health care, as […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce we have expanded into a new county, Highlands County!  Our brand new locations include an office in Sebring and in Avon Park.  We welcome Stephen Piccione, M.D., Cheri McCue, M.D., and Christina Hill, ARNP and are very excited that they have decided to join our team.  Their knowledge of […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce that two new specialists joined our team! We are excited to welcome them on board and watch our health care family continue to grow. As of February 19, we have  added  Jesus Mendiolaza, M.D., cardiologist, and John Oliva, M.D., gynecologist,  to the team. Read below to learn more […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce we have officially opened our Fort Myers Walk-in Medical Center. Our new office if located on Metro Parkway in Fort Myers. With seven locations throughout Southwest Florida the staff at our Walk-in Medical Centers know that when you are ill, you want to feel better quickly and without a lot […]

Our Palm Beach Boulevard Lab is pleased to announce that our lab is officially moving to a new location February 5, 2018 Millennium’s Palm Beach Boulevard Lab will be relocating to a newer and improved site that includes the same great faces you have come to know and trust. Our new lab location will be […]

Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce Joseph T. Piccolo, M.D., FAAFP  has officially joined the Millennium family on Monday, January 8, 2018.   We are very excited to welcome him to our practice. His knowledge of health care, as well as his years of experience in the community is of great value to our organization. […]