Peyton Westbrook, PA

Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, Peyton Westbrook, PA, is a skilled and extensively trained Physician Assistant and proud HBCU, A.T. Still University graduate with a passion for providing compassionate, patient-centered care. She completed four clinical rotations at CHI in 2024, where she had the opportunity to work with diverse patient populations and experience CHI’s commitment to providing high-quality, accessible care. Her time at CHI made a lasting impression and reinforced her desire to work in a community-focused healthcare environment. Inspired by the experience and the connections she made during her rotations, Westbrook decided to pursue employment at CHI upon graduation.

She also completed her residency at the Cleveland Clinic in Weston, FL and will join Community Health of South Florida, Inc. (CHI) at the South Miami Health Center. Her clinical training has equipped her with the knowledge and skills to care for patients with diverse healthcare needs. She is also committed to advancing health equity and improving health literacy within minority communities through her involvement in healthcare organizations and community-focused initiatives.

Westbrook believes every patient deserves to feel heard, respected, and empowered to make informed decisions about their health. She enjoys caring for patients from all walks of life and strives to create a welcoming environment where every individual feels valued, understood, and confident in their healthcare journey.

Yolangel Hernandez Suarez, MD

Dr. Yolangel (Yogi) Hernandez Suarez has spent almost three decades as a physician leader creating value for patients, clinicians, shareholders, and learners through innovative public and private partnerships and inclusive practice models. She is practicing at CHI’s Martin Luther King Jr. Clinica Campesina.

Dr. Hernandez Suarez graduated from Swarthmore College and the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She trained in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. Dr. Hernandez Suarez holds a Master of Business Administration with specialization in Health Administration and Policy from the University of Miami.

Her career is highlighted by “tough” assignments, launching or re-engineering complex systems within governmental, academic, and clinical environments. Her first role in physician leadership was in the Jackson Health System, the county safety net for Miami, Florida, where she served as Chief Administrative Officer of Ambulatory Services. Dr. Hernandez Suarez was Chief Medical Officer for Humana’s Care Delivery Unit, supervising the care of over 100,000 seniors in Florida and Texas. She has held various leadership roles at Florida International University (FIU), a top 50 public university with over 50,000 students. She was the founding Associate Dean for Graduate Medical Education and Clinical Affairs at FlU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine and spent two years in the Office of the Provost as Vice Provost for Population Health and Well-being, leading FIU’s COVID Response Team. She most recently served as Executive Vice Dean at Alice Walton School of Medicine in Bentonville, Arkansas, helping to launch the inaugural class.

Dr. Hernandez Suarez has also held national positions within the Association of American Medical Colleges as Chair of the Southern Group on Student Affairs and as a board member for the National Hispanic Medical Association. She is trained in communication for governance and media. She is the President of MD Leadership, a consulting firm focused on supporting physicians in executive positions across healthcare sectors.

She is married to Dr. Jeffrey D. Simmons, Corporate Medical Director at Humana; they have adult twins on the autism spectrum. Drs. Simmons and Hernandez Suarez are advocates for adults with developmental disabilities and endowed the Simmons+Hernandez Suarez fellowship at FIU that trains future clinicians and administrators to champion the needs of people with disabilities.

Zelaine Gonzalez, APRN

Zelaine Gonzalez, APRN, is a nationally certified Family Nurse Practitioner that provides patient care at CHI’s Key Largo Health Center.

Gonzalez graduated from South University with a Doctoral Degree in Nursing practice in 2024. She also completed her Master’s degree specializing in family practice from Florida National University in 2020. Gonzalez has been providing direct patient care since 2018 with various specialists, such as family practice, cardio, and palliative care.

Her passion includes providing patient centered health care and effective disease diagnosis and treatment. She is very family oriented and in her spare time she enjoys being with her family. Her interests include exercising, reading, and visiting the beach.

Jorge Manuel Gonzalez, APRN

Jorge Manuel Gonzalez is a dedicated and highly skilled Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (APRN) with over 13 years of experience providing comprehensive primary care. Gonzalez obtained his medical degree from the University of Havana, Cuba and went on to receive specialty degrees in Internal Medicine and Family Practice. Moving to the United States, in 2012 Gonzalez graduated from Florida International University as a Registered Nurse. Gonzalez has built a career centered on clinical excellence, patient advocacy, and the optimization of healthcare delivery systems.

Gonzalez has the advanced clinical training and license to practice independently, managing complex chronic conditions and acute health needs with a high degree of precision. His professional journey is defined by a deep commitment to the South Florida community, where he maintains a long-standing affiliation with Community Health of South Florida, Inc. (CHI).

Beyond his clinical expertise, Gonzalez is a forward-thinking professional who integrates modern technology into medicine. He has completed advanced studies in Artificial Intelligence and is recognized for his proficiency in enhancing Electronic Medical Record (EMR) workflows and clinical documentation efficiency.

Gonzalez is an active community member who remains deeply connected to his roots, with a profound interest in traditional Cuban music and historical research. Whether managing patient outcomes or contributing to local civic processes as a community poll worker, he is driven by a mission to provide high-quality, accessible care and technical innovation to the South Florida region.

Geisy Medina Rodriguez

Geisy Medina Rodriguez is a dedicated Nurse Practitioner specializing in pediatrics and family medicine, currently practicing at CHI’s Doris Ison Health Center. She earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Medical Sciences of Villa Clara, Cuba, in 2012, and brings over a decade of international medical experience as a general practitioner in Cuba, Venezuela, and Colombia. 

Since moving to the United States in 2015, Geisy Medina, has worked in a variety of healthcare settings, providing comprehensive and compassionate care to patients and families. She completed her Post-Master’s Certificate in Family Nurse Practitioner in 2024, further advancing her clinical expertise in preventive care, chronic disease management, and pediatric health. 

Geisy Medina is committed to providing culturally sensitive, patient-centered care. Her goal is to build trusting relationships with her patients and their families while promoting lifelong health and wellness. 

Yasmani Villalonga, APRN

Yasmani Villalonga, ARNP, is a Nurse Practitioner practicing in the United States with a strong background in primary care and international medicine. He earned his Medical Degree in 2013 in Nicaragua and went on to pursue a nursing career, completing his nursing education in Hato Rey, Puerto Rico. Villalonga obtained his Nurse Practitioner degree from Miami Regional University. His diverse clinical background allows him to integrate medical, nursing, and preventive care perspectives in his practice.

During his medical training, Villalonga was an active member of the nonprofit organization ACJ (Asociación Cristiana de Jóvenes), serving as part of the medical team that provided primary care services to underserved local populations. This experience sparked his commitment to community health and service-oriented care.

After relocating to the United States, he worked with VUMI International, an international insurance company, where he served as a Medical Evaluator, gaining extensive experience in utilization review, international healthcare systems, and medical decision-making.

Villalonga is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, with a particular focus on serving diverse and underserved communities.

Ratsia Fernandez-Hernandez, APRN

Ratsia Fernandez-Hernandez is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) and a Cuban International Medical Graduate with extensive experience in family practice, infectious diseases, and ophthalmology. She earned her Registered Nurse degree from the International Institute for Health Care Professionals in Boca Raton in 2018 and went on to complete her APRN degree at Miami Regional University in 2022.

Fernandez-Hernandez is known for her compassionate, patient-centered approach and her ability to provide high-quality care to diverse populations. She focuses on developing individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs. By taking the time to listen carefully, answer questions, and educate her patients, she ensures they feel informed, supported, and confident in their care.

Josefina Kinsey, DDS

Dr. Josefina Kinsey, DDS, graduated from the University of Havana School of Dentistry in 1987 and later from the University of Miami in 2017 through the Division of Oral Surgery’s General Practice Residency program. She migrated to the United States with her family and resumed her dental career in 2017. Before returning to dental school in Florida, Dr. Kinsey worked as an office manager in the private sector for various dental practices in New York City and Miami.

Before becoming licensed to practice dentistry in Florida, Dr. Kinsey also worked as a dentist abroad on several occasions. She served communities in Jamaica through the nonprofit organization “One Thousand Smiles Project” in partnership with the Sandals Foundation, as well as with Misiones Pax in the Dominican Republic.

Spending quality time with her daughter and family is her greatest joy. Dr. Kinsey also loves gardening and traveling to remote, natural destinations where she can connect with the beauty of the outdoors.

She is a dedicated advocate for planet climate protection and for equal opportunities regardless of race, gender, or social status. Dr. Kinsey believes deeply in treating others the way you wish to be treated—always with kindness, empathy, and respect for those in need.

Kaylia Watson, RDH

Kaylia Watson is a Registered Dental Hygienist at Community Health of South Florida’s Doris Ison center. She attended Miami Dade College where she pursued her degree in Dental Hygiene. Watson is very dedicated to providing the best care possible to all her patients. Born and raised in Jamaica, she enjoys traveling, spending time with her family and anything adventurous that allows her to be active.

Dianelis Rodriguez-Rodriguez, RDH

Dianelis Rodriguez-Rodriguez graduated in 2020 as a Dentist from the Medical Science University of Cienfuegos, Cuba. After moving to the United States, she joined Community Health of South Florida in 2023 and obtained her Registered Dental Hygienist license with certification in local anesthesia in 2024. She is passionate about providing compassionate, patient-centered care and values the opportunity to educate patients about their oral health. When she’s not in the dental office, Dianelis loves going to the beach, traveling, and spending quality time with her loved ones.