About
Dr. Gerardo C. Perez brings more than 30 years of experience to the Hialeah-Miami Lakes community. He holds board certification in Family Medicine from the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. He earned his certification in Geriatric Medicine in 1998. His clinical specialties span family medicine, geriatric care, and preventive medicine. He treats diabetes, hypertension, asthma, hypercholesterolemia, cardiac disease, kidney disease, and autoimmune conditions.
Dr. Perez serves as Medical Director at JustDirect and as Partner and Medical Director at JustWell Health. In that role, he leads quality assurance programs and clinical initiatives focused on improving member outcomes. His guiding philosophy is simple: keep it simple and do not over-medicate. He views nutrition and exercise as foundational forms of treatment and holds himself to the same standards he sets for his patients. He formerly served as Chairman of the Agency for Healthcare Administration Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine. Outside medicine, Dr. Perez has coached travel baseball for many years. He and his wife Madeline have been married nearly 30 years and have three sons. He also enjoys landscaping, culinary arts, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Education & Training
Additional Training
Board Certified in Family Medicine by the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians; Certification in Geriatric Medicine (1998)
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Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Perez right for?
Dr. Perez is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease. His geriatric medicine certification makes him well-suited for older adults navigating complex health needs. Patients who want a physician focused on prevention and lifestyle will connect with his nutrition- and exercise-first approach. He serves a bilingual English and Spanish-speaking patient population across Miami-Dade County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Perez specializes in family medicine and geriatric care. He treats diabetes, hypertension, asthma, high cholesterol, cardiac disease, kidney disease, and autoimmune conditions. He takes a preventive approach and emphasizes lifestyle management alongside medical treatment.
Yes. Dr. Perez holds board certification in Family Medicine from the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. He also earned a certification in Geriatric Medicine in 1998.
Dr. Perez has served the Hialeah-Miami Lakes community for more than 30 years. He currently serves as Medical Director at JustDirect and at JustWell Health.
Dr. Perez follows a straightforward philosophy: keep it simple and avoid over-medicating. He treats nutrition and exercise as primary tools for maintaining and improving health. He holds himself to the same standards he recommends to his patients.
Yes. Dr. Perez received his certification in Geriatric Medicine in 1998. He has extensive experience managing the health needs of older adults, including complex chronic disease management.
Dr. Perez serves as Medical Director at JustDirect. He also holds the role of Partner and Medical Director at JustWell Health, where he leads quality assurance programs and clinical initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes.
Yes. Dr. Perez sees patients in both English and Spanish at JustDirect's Miami-Dade locations.
Yes. Dr. Perez formerly served as Chairman of the Agency for Healthcare Administration Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine. He currently leads clinical and quality programs at JustWell Health.
Doctor profile last updated June 14, 2026