About
Carlos A. Prendes, MD is a board-certified family physician practicing concierge medicine in Omaha, Nebraska through the MDVIP network. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Creighton University in 1995 and his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Kansas in 1999. He completed both his internship and Family Medicine residency at Creighton University, where he served as Chief Resident from 2000 to 2002.
Following residency, Dr. Prendes joined Creighton University as an Associate Professor, a role he held from 2002 to 2009. He helped establish a primary care diabetes clinic and currently serves as Medical Director of the CHI Primary Care Diabetes Clinic. His commitment to end-of-life care has guided more than a decade of hospice leadership, including his current role as Medical Director at Suncrest Hospice. He is passionate about communication, teaching, and helping patients understand the reasoning behind their care plans. Outside medicine, he enjoys scuba diving, skiing, and traveling.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Creighton University, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, 1995
Medical School
University of Kansas, Kansas City, KS, Doctorate of Medicine, 1999
Residency
Family Medicine, Creighton University, Omaha, NE, 2000-2002 (Chief Resident)
Additional Training
Internship: Creighton University, Omaha, NE, 1999-2000; Associate Professor, Creighton University, 2002-2009
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Prendes right for?
Dr. Prendes is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician with deep community roots in Omaha. Patients managing diabetes or chronic conditions benefit from his clinic leadership and hands-on experience. He works well with patients navigating end-of-life planning for themselves or a loved one. Those who value a collaborative, teaching-oriented doctor will find his approach especially rewarding. His focus on prevention, nutrition, and stress management suits patients who want a proactive wellness partner.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Prendes focuses on family medicine with particular depth in diabetes management and end-of-life care. He helped establish a primary care diabetes clinic and currently serves as Medical Director of the CHI Primary Care Diabetes Clinic. He also brings over a decade of hospice medical directorship to patients navigating serious illness.
Yes, Dr. Prendes holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He completed his residency at Creighton University, where he served as Chief Resident, and earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas in 1999.
Dr. Prendes earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas in 1999. He completed his internship and Family Medicine residency at Creighton University in Omaha, serving as Chief Resident from 2000 to 2002. He later joined Creighton as an Associate Professor from 2002 to 2009.
Dr. Prendes views medicine as a collaborative relationship rather than a solo act. He builds care plans around prevention, wellness, nutrition, activity, and emotional health. He also helps patients understand the reasoning behind each recommendation, so they can make informed decisions about their health.
Yes, Dr. Prendes served as an Associate Professor at Creighton University from 2002 to 2009. He spent years teaching residents and medical students throughout his career. He brings that same educational mindset to his patient relationships, explaining the reasoning behind care decisions.
Dr. Prendes has served as a hospice medical director for over a decade. He directed Serene Care Hospice from 2012 to 2022 and currently serves as Medical Director of Suncrest Hospice. He is deeply committed to supporting patients and families through end-of-life decisions with dignity.
Dr. Prendes offers same-day and next-day appointments through the MDVIP model. Visits start on time, and he does not rush through appointments. Patients reach him directly after hours and on weekends for urgent concerns.
Dr. Prendes enjoys scuba diving, skiing, and traveling. These interests reflect a broader appreciation for active living that he often brings into conversations with patients about wellness and lifestyle habits.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026