About
Dr. Lorraine Hoyos Kennedy founded Raphara Health on the belief that medicine works best as a relationship. She holds board certification in Family Medicine and practices in Florida, serving patients entirely through intentional virtual appointments. Her clinical scope covers everything from acute illness to chronic disease, mental health, and menopausal care.
Dr. Hoyos Kennedy brings warmth and thoroughness to every visit. She is passionate about giving patients real time and a genuine listening ear. Her goal is to be the doctor she would want for her own family. That means transparent pricing, direct access, and care that meets the whole person. She sees patients in both English and Spanish. Patient testimonials consistently describe her as knowledgeable, steady, and someone they genuinely look forward to seeing.
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Hoyos Kennedy right for?
Dr. Hoyos Kennedy is a strong fit for adults and families seeking unhurried, relationship-driven primary care. Patients managing chronic conditions, mental health challenges, or menopausal symptoms benefit from her depth of clinical focus. She works especially well with patients who have felt rushed or unheard in prior care settings. Her sliding scale membership makes her accessible to patients across a range of financial situations. Bilingual patients who prefer Spanish-language care will feel equally at home with Dr. Hoyos Kennedy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Hoyos Kennedy treats a broad range of conditions in family medicine. Her clinical work covers acute illness like sinus infections, chronic disease management, mental health concerns, and menopausal symptoms. She also supports patients navigating complex or emotionally difficult diagnoses.
Yes, Dr. Hoyos Kennedy holds board certification in Family Medicine. She founded Raphara Health as a nonprofit DPC ministry and serves as its sole physician.
Yes, Dr. Hoyos Kennedy conducts appointments in both English and Spanish. Raphara Health serves the bilingual community as part of its broader mission.
Dr. Hoyos Kennedy schedules appointments between 30 and 60 minutes. She prioritizes listening and giving patients time to address all of their concerns. Her goal is for every patient to feel seen, heard, and genuinely cared for.
Yes, Dr. Hoyos Kennedy offers direct access by call, text, or email. This level of access is a core part of how she practices medicine at Raphara Health.
Yes, Dr. Hoyos Kennedy leads three physician-directed intensive programs. These cover Interventional Lifestyle Medicine, Mental Health Rehabilitation, and Menopausal Hormone Therapy. Each program combines medical management with high-touch coaching for patients with more complex needs.
Dr. Hoyos Kennedy built Raphara Health as a nonprofit ministry with a distinctively Christian lens. That foundation shapes the practice's mission toward compassionate, community-focused care. Her approach emphasizes serving the whole person, not just treating a diagnosis.
Dr. Hoyos Kennedy sees patients of all ages and backgrounds. She has particular experience with patients managing chronic illness, emotional distress, and hormonal health. Her practice welcomes patients across income levels through the Sliding Scale Membership.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026