Juan Pablo Zambrano, MD
Principal Investigator
Interventional Cardiologist
Board Certified Cardiologist with 25+ years of experience. Affiliated with Jackson South Community Hospital, specializing in coronary interventions, heart failure, hypertension, and preventative cardiovascular care.
Andrew A. Pastewski, MD
Principal Investigator
Pulmonologist | Critical Care Specialist
Board Certified in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine. ICU Medical Director at Jackson South Medical Center, specializing in COPD, asthma, respiratory failure, and infectious lung disease.
Roberto Hernando, MD
Principal Investigator
Psychiatrist
Board Certified Psychiatrist with 30+ years of experience. Medical Director of Psychiatry at Jackson South Community Hospital, specializing in depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and cognitive impairment.
Sandra Rodriguez, MD
Principal Investigator
Gastroenterologist
Board certified gastroenterologist specializing in hepatology at DLW Gastro, Homestead. Trained at Cleveland Clinic and Rutgers, fluent in English, Spanish, and basic Portuguese, with expertise in esophageal disorders and colorectal cancer screening.
Alan Chen Hao Chu, MD
Principal Investigator
Otolaryngologist
Board certified ENT trained at UCLA, specializing in adult and pediatric head & neck disorders including sinus, thyroid, cancer, allergy, voice, sleep, and swallowing. Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Spanish, with published research and active involvement in professional societies.
Juan Vinardell, MD
Principal Investigator
Cardiologist
Board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology, with 20+ years of clinical research on coronary artery disease, structural heart interventions, and atrial fibrillation. Holds certifications in Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Vascular Interpretation.
Armando M. Alegret, MD
Principal Investigator
Ophthalmologist
Dual board certified in Ophthalmology and Internal Medicine, with 20+ years of clinical and academic experience. Specializes in cataract, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, LASIK/PRK, and ocular oncology, with 20+ peer‑reviewed publications advancing ophthalmic research.
Carlos A. Granja, MD
Principal Investigator
Nephrologist
Board‑certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology, with 20+ years of clinical, academic, and research experience in kidney disease, hypertension, and dialysis. Serves at NewGen Health Group and Miami Kidney Group, with multiple publications and active roles in medical education.
Leopoldo Arosemena, MD
Principal Investigator
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
Board certified gastroenterologist with 30 years of expertise in hepatology, liver transplantation, and digestive diseases. Former Medical Director of a liver transplant program, with extensive Phase II-III clinical trial experience and faculty appointments at the University of Miami.
Orlando C. Enrizo, MD
Principal Investigator
Interventional & Diagnostic Radiologist
Board certified radiologist with 15+ years of expertise in advanced imaging and minimally invasive procedures. Medical Director at HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, Associate Clinical Professor, and active clinical researcher with multiple peer‑reviewed publications.
Peter Hanna, DPM
Principal Investigator
Podiatrist
Board certified podiatric physician specializing in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, diabetic limb preservation, and wound care. Director of Foot & Ankle Surgery at South Florida Multi-Specialty Medical Group, with clinical trial experience in lower extremity disorders.
Dayron Rodriguez, MD, MPH
Principal Investigator
Urologist
Harvard trained urologist with advanced fellowships in sexual medicine, female pelvic medicine, and reconstructive urology. Author of 40+ peer reviewed publications, former Harvard faculty, and experienced clinical investigator in innovative therapies for urologic disorders.
Yamelkis Diaz, MSN, APRN, FNP‑C
Sub Investigator
Critical Care Specialist
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with 20+ years of experience. ICU Charge Nurse at Jackson South Community Hospital, specializing in complex critical care therapies and bilingual (English/Spanish) patient engagement for cardiovascular, pulmonary, and acute care trials.
Maite Rodriguez, MS, BA Psychology
Clinical Rater
Behavioral Health Specialist
Experienced Clinical Rater with expertise in psychiatric and behavioral health assessments. Holds advanced degrees in Psychology and Behavior Analysis, bilingual (English/Spanish), supporting CNS and psychiatry trials with accurate patient evaluations and outcome data.
Ivan Ramos
Chief Financial & Operations Officer
Director of Budget & Finance at NewGen Health Group with 20+ years of leadership in healthcare, clinical research, and finance. Expert in trial budgeting, contract negotiations, and operational strategy, ensuring compliance and efficient study startup.
Morayma Ramos
Director of Research & Business Development
Leads sponsor relations and business development at NewGen Health Group with extensive expertise in study feasibility, site selection, and contract negotiations. Experienced in regulatory compliance and patient recruitment strategies, driving operational excellence and sponsor partnerships.
Roberto Ramos
Director of Patient Services & Operations
Oversees patient services and site operations at NewGen Health Group, ensuring efficient study execution and exceptional participant experience. Specializes in patient engagement, retention, and operational readiness to support high‑quality clinical trial outcomes.
Ivette Piloto, B.S.
Lead Clinical Research Coordinator
Clinical Research Professional with 25+ years of experience managing Phase I-IV trials across diverse therapeutic areas. Lead Coordinator at NewGen Health Group, specializing in study operations, patient enrollment, and sponsor collaboration.
Jocelyn Morera
Clinical Research Coordinator
Experienced Coordinator supporting Phase I–IV trials across vaccines, infectious diseases, and complex therapeutic areas. Skilled in patient recruitment, specimen processing, and protocol compliance, certified in GCP and phlebotomy to ensure high‑quality data and patient safety.
Ricardo Santiago Santalo, MD
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Former Family Medicine Physician with 30+ years of combined medical and research experience. Senior Coordinator at NewGen Health Group, specializing in patient recruitment, regulatory compliance, and protocol execution across Phase II-IV clinical trials.