Home: Boca Raton, FL. Age: Older than Gen X. Profession: Physician, surgeon, scientist. Organization: American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Title: M.D., FACOG (board certified), P.A. Alma mater: Stony Brook University. Languages spoken: English and Spanish.
Recent recognition: Physicians Recognition Award. Recent professional development: Medical consultant to stem cell companies, longevity and biohacking expert. What’s been your big (or biggest leap)? Becoming an expert in anti-aging, longevity, and stem cell infusions. Hobbies: Tennis, swimming, basketball, weightlifting, running, art collecting. Recent travel or adventure: Asia, Europe, various states in the Continental United States.
Personality profile: Down to earth, intelligent, professional, athletic, physically fit, charitable, kind. How do you define a perfect friendship? Open, honest, nonjudgemental, communicative. What is your greatest joy? My tennis-playing son and my parents. What natural talent have you neglected? My athletic prowess and excellent coordination. What occupation, other than your own, do you most admire? The legal field. What is your favorite place (or way) to spend money? Athletic stores; attending anti-aging, longevity, and stem cell and biohacking conventions. How do you relieve stress? Exercise and deep breathing. What ingredient is essential to your perfect vacation? Warm weather, sunshine and beaches.
What was your first paying job? Professional tennis instructor. What was your favorite college course? Psychology and Science. What was your favorite childhood toy or game? Any athletic equipment: basketball, tennis racket, etc. What’s prominently featured on your home or office wall? My medical diplomas and various awards and accomplishments. What’s the best advice you received growing up? Keep trying, never give up. What’s the best advice you received in your career? Always do the best you can and treat everyone fairly and equally. What is your go-to source of news and information? The internet and scientific journals.
What is your big idea?
Anti-aging and longevity clinics and centers.
What change are you working on to effect in your profession or field? Continue always learning, especially regarding medicine, science, anti-aging, longevity, stem cell treatments. What change would you like to see in the world? That people treat others with dignity and equality. What message do you want to send out into the world? Let each become all that he or she is capable of being. What mega-trend most excites you? Scientific innovations, genetic engineering, positive wellness treatments and trends.
Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? My brilliant, warm, and loving father. As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? A great tennis champion like Rod Laver. After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? My dog. Material objects can always be replaced. How would you choose to spend tomorrow, if you knew it was your last day on earth? Spending quality time with my family and friends. What advice would you give your younger self? Life is too short; enjoy the ride and the adventure. What day in your life would you choose to re-live? My graduation from college and medical school. What period in your life would you do differently, if you could? My younger years, to spend more quality time with my family and friends.
Personal mission: Helping others, medically, financially, etc. Giving back to society. Personal motto: Let each become all that he is capable of being.
