About
Dr. Jelin Israel-Cvik is a concierge internal medicine physician and the co-founder of Premier MD Care in Fort Myers, FL. Born in India, she moved to Maryland at age six and became the first person in her immediate and extended family to attend medical school in America. She earned her degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine, where she also studied Medical Technology and worked part-time in the hospital lab to help cover tuition. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Wright State University in Dayton, OH, where she chose to train partly to stay close to family. It was during that residency that she met Dr. Ivan Cvik, her future husband and co-founder.
Dr. Israel-Cvik specializes in hormone replacement therapy, weight management, thyroid disorders, diabetes, menopause, and vaginal health. She holds clinical expertise in BioTE bioidentical hormone pellet therapy and incorporates functional and preventive medicine principles throughout her practice. She has been passionate about becoming a physician since age 13 and describes her connection to patients as central to her work. Outside the clinic, she teaches children's classes at her church on weekends and volunteers at the Midwest Food Bank. Her faith, shaped by a devout Christian upbringing, remains a steady influence on how she approaches her patients and her community.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Medical Technology
Medical School
Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, Wright State University, Dayton, OH
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Israel-Cvik right for?
Dr. Israel-Cvik is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term primary care relationship built on prevention. Patients managing hormonal imbalance, menopause, thyroid disorders, or diabetes benefit from her thorough, functional approach. She treats both men and women, including those dealing with low testosterone or weight management challenges. Patients who travel frequently or spend winters in Florida appreciate her telemedicine access and same-day availability. Those who want a physician who knows their full health history will find her small-panel model a natural fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Israel-Cvik specializes in hormonal imbalance, menopause, low testosterone, thyroid disorders, diabetes, and weight management. She also treats hyperhidrosis and vaginal health concerns. Her clinical approach draws on internal medicine, preventive medicine, and functional medicine principles.
Dr. Israel-Cvik trained in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Wright State University in Dayton, OH. She practices as a concierge internal medicine physician with specializations in hormone therapy, preventive care, and functional medicine.
Dr. Israel-Cvik offers BioTE bioidentical hormone replacement therapy using pellet delivery. She uses this approach for both women managing menopause and men dealing with low testosterone. She tailors hormone therapy to each patient's lab results and symptoms.
Dr. Israel-Cvik incorporates the Nutritarian Diet program into her weight loss plans. This plant-based, nutrient-rich approach focuses on food quality and metabolic health. She also uses body composition testing and metabolic rate equipment to track progress and personalize each plan.
Yes. Dr. Israel-Cvik offers the Myriad myRisk Hereditary Cancer test, a 35-gene panel that screens for genetic risk across eight hereditary cancer types. She uses this as part of her broader preventive care approach for patients with relevant family histories.
New patient visits with Dr. Israel-Cvik take a full 60 minutes. Before that appointment, she sends each patient a comprehensive blood work panel covering thyroid function, metabolic markers, vitamin B-12 and D levels, and gender-specific tests such as PSA and testosterone for men. This allows her to begin the first visit with a clear picture of the patient's health.
Yes. Members have access to Dr. Israel-Cvik on weekends and after hours in case of an emergency. This direct access is a core feature of the Premier MD Care membership.
Dr. Israel-Cvik offers telemedicine for patients who are traveling or out of town. This is particularly useful for snowbirds and others who spend part of the year away from Fort Myers but want to maintain continuity of care with their physician.
Dr. Israel-Cvik has described medicine as a calling she recognized at age 13. She places strong value on the patient-physician relationship and on spending adequate time with each person she treats. Her faith background also informs her commitment to community service, including volunteering at the Midwest Food Bank and teaching at her church.
Doctor profile last updated October 31, 2026