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Dr. Laura V. Mustieles Orozco, MD

At a very young age, Dr. Laura Mustieles used to accompany his father, who is an ENT, to her clinic days. Since then, she knew she wanted to be a doctor when she grew up. Dr. Mustieles earned her Medical Degree from La Universidad de Zulia, in Maracaibo, Venezuela. After graduating, Dr. Mustieles worked for a year in a rural setting, where she had the chance to work as the only attending physician in the outpatient center.

During that time, she treated patients of different ages and socioeconomic status. Dr. Mustieles had the opportunity to follow them until their recovery enriching her decision of becoming a Family Medicine Doctor. Being able to follow up throughout the life of a patient is priceless for to her. Dr. Mustieles would like to keep treating a broad spectrum of diseases that could be treated in the family medicine environment.

Dr. Shari K. Moore, MD

Dr. Shari K. Moore obtained a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from A.T. Still University in Kirksville, Missouri in 2018 and a Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience from Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts in 2008.

Dr. Moore knew early in her career that she wanted to serve patients from vulnerable populations.
“I believe the doctor-patient relationship is the most important aspect of medicine. To be most effective, we need to advocate for policy change which includes calling for increased healthcare access or food security,” Dr. Moore said.

Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Dr. Moore has extensive experience as a laboratory research technician and clinical coordinator. She also volunteered with the Free Medical Clinic of Greater Cleveland to assist with Intensive Outpatient therapy for recovering addicts and relapse prevention therapy sessions.

As a resident, Dr. Moore is committed to patient advocacy and education.
“A patient is successful when they understand the diagnosis and the options for treatment. The most important part of the visit is the conversation with the patient,” Said Dr. Moore.

In her free time, she enjoys writing, mentoring medical students and public speaking. Dr. Moore is well known for her sneaker collection and interest in kayaking and auto-racing.

Dr. Arshely Fleuristal, MD

Dr. Arshely Fleuristal is the first born of Haitian parents who immigrated to America at a very young age. She is a graduate from Loma Linda University School of Medicine, and it is part of the inaugural class of the Gold Humanism Honor Society.

She is also an advocate for those underserved, especially those in the same shoes her and her family once were, and remained committed to serving the community through outreach programs, including Project Hope and S.T.R.I.V.E. Now as a family medicine physician, her desire is to continue to serve those underrepresented and underserved in medicine by challenging the status quo, implementing change, advocating for those whose voice have fallen on deaf ears, and being a catalyst for positive improvements in healthcare. Her dream continues to grow, but for now she is committed to walking alongside her future patients and partnering with them to help them become healthy and whole through their current life realities. While continuing to serve her beautiful and diverse community, she also hopes to both improve healthcare accessibility for all and inspire others to do the same.

Niurka Nunez, MD

Dr. Niurka Nunez earned her medical degree at American University of the Caribbean and her Bachelor’s in Biology at Florida International University.

She is passionate about being able to care for patients and making an impact in their lives. Her interest in the medical field came from her father, a physician himself. Dr. Nunez said her appreciation and passion for her profession grows every day.

In her spare time, she enjoys learning new languages, traveling, dancing and playing with her dogs, Noah and Olivia.

Yeily Hernandez Mato, MD

Dr. Yeily Hernandez Mato is a first-generation immigrant from Cuba and has enjoyed calling Miami her home for many years now. The difficulties she overcame during her childhood drove her to pursue a career in medicine and to work with at-risk communities.

She received her bachelor’s degree in Biology from Florida International University. She attended St. George’s Medical School and was awarded the distinction of joining the Gold Humanism Honor Society for the impact she made in the local community.

Dr. Hernandez values the relationships she creates with patients. This led her to pursue a Family Medicine Residency. She is excited to join the CHI family and continue serving her home community. In the future, she is interested in pursuing a fellowship in wound care/hyperbaric medicine and geriatric medicine.

Dr. Hernandez’s pursuit of giving back to underserved communities has led her humanitarian efforts around the world. She has spent time learning and giving back to diverse communities, including in Grenada, Ghana and India. During medical school in Grenada she grew her passion for hyperbaric oxygen therapy and its impact on wound care. In Thailand, she learned alternative medicine techniques used to alleviate muscular and skeletal conditions and gained a new appreciation for cultural inclusion medicine. Her diverse experiences abroad and at home are incorporated into her medical practice to provide patients with compassionate, personalized care.

Aside from her passion for medicine, she is a lover of salsa dancing with her father, traveling and history. Dr. Hernandez believes in being accessible to people, and enjoys experiencing new cultures, foods and customs. Just as she believes in making the most of every day, she looks forward to providing patients with a positive and individualized experience of medicine that will help her patients live a healthier life.

Richard-Alexander D’Arbelles, MD

Dr. Richard-Alexander D’Arbelles, originally from Miami, completed his undergraduate degree in Marine Biology at Florida International University. He received his medical degree from St. George’s University.

Dr. D’Arbelles is grateful for the opportunity to give back to the community that has given so much to him.

“I want to inspire the next generation of physicians to do the same,” Dr. D’Arbellas said.

Tajudeen O. Basiru, MD

Dr. Tajudeen Basiru obtained his medical degree from Obafemi Awolowo University in Ile-Ife, Nigeria. While studying there, he developed a keen interest in mental health. He worked with various non-profit organizations during this time where he helped to enhance access to healthcare among different underserved populations.

Born in the ancient city of Owo, Southwest Nigeria, Dr. Basiru relocated to the United States to pursue a graduate medical education.
Dr. Basiru is excited to continue caring for the underserved at CHI.
In his spare time, Dr. Basiru enjoys hiking, cycling, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.

Ashleigh E. Russell-Smith, APRN

Ashleigh Russell-Smith is a Behavioral Health APRN at CHI’s Doris Ison Health Center. Employed with CHI since 2019, she obtained a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Master’s Degree from Florida International University in 2021. She also has a BSN from Nova Southeastern and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of West Florida.

Russell-Smith has diverse experience practicing in ER and ICU settings at Jackson Memorial Hospital. She previously worked at Henderson Behavioral Health as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Russell-Smith is passionate about serving the South Florida community and strives to make a positive impact on her patients’ lives.

Her hobbies include gardening, reading, coffee and church.

Rubis D. Vergara Ramirez, APRN

Rubis Vergara Ramirez is an APRN at Community Health of South Florida’s, Inc. (CHI) South Miami Health Center. Vergara Ramirez obtained a master’s degree in 2016 from the University of Miami. She is nationally certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).

Vergara Ramirez enjoys working with the underserved population and has fun working with her patients. Her connection to the underserved began in her home country of Colombia where she provided care to underprivileged patients.

She has a strong devotion to the health of her patients and community. She carefully listens to the needs and complaints of her patients to help best address their concerns, while being cognizant of issues surrounding health disparities and education in underserved communities.

Vergara Ramirez is an avid dog-lover, and soap opera aficionado. In her spare time, she enjoys family trips to Disney World and visiting her family in Colombia. At heart, Vergara believes she is a lifelong student, she enjoys readings of novel practices in hopes that she can better serve her patients and community. On the weekends, she enjoys finding new recipes and attends regular Sunday service.

Gloria M. Gonzalez, APRN

Gloria M. Gonzalez is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She earned her General Medicine degree in 1989 and went on to complete her BSN/RN at Sacred Heart University in Puerto Rico in 2014. In 2018, she received her Master of Science in Nursing, specializing as a Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP-BC), from Turabo University.

Gonzalez is nationally certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by both the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). Prior to moving to the United States in 2004, she served as a primary care physician for 14 years at a community health center in her hometown of Havana, Cuba.

In 2020, she joined CHI as a dedicated primary care provider. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends. Her favorite pastimes include traveling and relaxing by the beach.