About
Julio E. Navarro, MD, FAAFP is a board-certified family physician who has practiced in Wilmington, Delaware for nearly four decades. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus in 1979. He then earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine in 1983. Dr. Navarro completed both his internship and his Family Medicine residency at St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, finishing in 1986.
Dr. Navarro holds certification from the American Board of Family Medicine and the National Board of Medical Examiners. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. His professional service runs deep: he has served as President and Board Member of the Delaware Academy of Family Physicians since 1983 and as an Advisory Board Committee Physician for the Visiting Nurses Association since 1991. He has contributed to research in blood pressure, depression, and the Crestor/Jupiter studies. Dr. Navarro speaks both English and Spanish, and his staff shares that fluency. Outside medicine, he enjoys sailing and playing guitar.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus, B.S. Biology 1979
Medical School
University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine 1983
Residency
Family Medicine, St. Francis Hospital, Wilmington, DE 1984-1986
Additional Training
Internship, St. Francis Hospital, Wilmington, DE 1983-1984
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish
Who is Dr. Navarro right for?
Dr. Navarro suits adults seeking a long-tenured family physician with deep community ties. Patients who value a trusting, unhurried relationship with their doctor find him a strong match. Spanish-speaking patients benefit from his and his staff's bilingual fluency. Those who want comprehensive preventive screenings and after-hours access will feel well-supported in his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Navarro practices full-scope family medicine for adults. He manages chronic conditions such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes. He also focuses heavily on prevention, using the annual MDVIP Wellness Program to guide each patient's care plan.
Yes, Dr. Navarro holds certification from the American Board of Family Medicine and the National Board of Medical Examiners. He also carries the FAAFP designation as a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Dr. Navarro earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine in 1983. He then completed his internship and Family Medicine residency at St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware, finishing his residency in 1986.
Dr. Navarro has practiced in Delaware for nearly four decades. He completed his residency at St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington in 1986 and has remained in the community ever since.
Yes, Dr. Navarro encourages patients to contact him even after regular office hours. He and his staff respond to patient needs promptly, including evenings and weekends.
Yes, Dr. Navarro speaks both English and Spanish fluently. His staff is also bilingual, so Spanish-speaking patients can communicate comfortably throughout their care.
Dr. Navarro holds affiliations with Christiana Care Health System and St. Francis Hospital, both in the Wilmington area. These affiliations allow him to coordinate hospital-based care for his patients when needed.
Yes, Dr. Navarro has participated in research studies covering blood pressure, depression, and the Crestor/Jupiter cardiovascular studies. His research background informs his evidence-based approach to preventive care.
Dr. Navarro has served as President and Board Member of the Delaware Academy of Family Physicians since 1983. He has also served as an Advisory Board Committee Physician for the Visiting Nurses Association since 1991 and contributed to Breast Cancer Center Implementation at the Medical Center of Delaware since 1996.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026