About
Dr. Juan Carlos Venis is the founder of INcircle Health and a board-certified family physician practicing in downtown Indianapolis. A. in Biology, cum laude, from Wabash College in 2009. H. Chan School of Public Health in 2014. His Family Medicine residency at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital concluded in 2017, the same year he joined the Indiana University School of Medicine faculty. He teaches first-year medical students the fundamentals of patient interviewing and communication.
Dr. Venis holds board certifications in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine, and the American Academy of HIV Medicine has credentialed him as an HIV Specialist. In 2022, he completed the Midwest AIDS Training and Education Center HIV Clinician Scholars Program, deepening his expertise in PrEP, PEP, and long-acting injectable HIV therapies. He serves on the Board of the Indiana Academy of Family Physicians. Indiana University recognized him with both the LGBTQ+ Alumni Association Distinguished Alumnus Award in 2024 and the School of Medicine Trustees' Teaching Award in 2023. The Indy Rainbow Chamber of Commerce named him LGBTQ+ Business Leader of the Year in 2019. Born and raised in Indiana and half Mexican, he conducts visits in both English and Spanish. He is passionate about whole-person care, runs regularly, and cheers on the Indiana Pacers. His approach is direct: curiosity, compassion, and respect sit at the center of every patient relationship.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Wabash College – B.A. in Biology, cum laude (2009)
Medical School
Indiana University School of Medicine – Doctor of Medicine (2014)
Residency
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital – Family Medicine Residency (2017)
Additional Training
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health – Master of Public Health (2014); Midwest AIDS Training and Education Center – HIV Clinician Scholars Program (2022)
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Venis right for?
Dr. Venis is a strong fit for adults and children ages 3 and up seeking comprehensive primary care. Patients managing chronic conditions like obesity, HIV, or hormone health will find focused, informed support. LGBTQ+ patients will benefit from his OutCare-certified, affirming approach. Spanish-speaking patients can conduct visits entirely in Spanish. Those needing immigration medical exams or HIV prevention with PrEP also fit well within his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Venis specializes in family medicine, obesity medicine, and HIV care. He also treats chronic diseases, hormone health concerns, mental health, and sexual health conditions. His clinical scope covers preventive care, women's health, men's health, and LGBTQ+ health needs. He performs immigration medical examinations as well.
Yes. Dr. Venis holds board certifications in both Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine. The American Academy of HIV Medicine has also credentialed him as an HIV Specialist. He completed the Midwest AIDS Training and Education Center HIV Clinician Scholars Program in 2022.
Yes. INcircle Health holds OutCare Certification, and Dr. Venis has built his practice around affirming, inclusive care. He has deep expertise in PrEP, PEP, hormone health, and sexual health. The Indy Rainbow Chamber of Commerce recognized him as LGBTQ+ Business Leader of the Year in 2019.
Yes. Dr. Venis conducts visits in both English and Spanish. He was born and raised in Indiana and has Mexican heritage. Patients who prefer Spanish can communicate with him fully in their preferred language.
Dr. Venis provides HIV prevention with PrEP and PEP, as well as HIV treatment including long-acting injectable therapies. He completed the Midwest AIDS Training and Education Center HIV Clinician Scholars Program in 2022. The American Academy of HIV Medicine credentialed him as an HIV Specialist.
Yes. Dr. Venis sees patients starting at age 3. His practice covers child and adolescent health as part of its full family medicine scope.
Dr. Venis centers every visit on curiosity, compassion, and respect. H. Chan School of Public Health. He also teaches first-year medical students at Indiana University, focusing on patient communication. His whole-person approach means he considers lifestyle, mental health, and long-term wellness alongside acute concerns.
Yes. Indiana University honored Dr. Venis with the LGBTQ+ Alumni Association Distinguished Alumnus Award in 2024 and the School of Medicine Trustees' Teaching Award in 2023. The Indy Rainbow Chamber of Commerce named him LGBTQ+ Business Leader of the Year in 2019. He also serves on the Board of the Indiana Academy of Family Physicians.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026