About
Dr. Rafael Hernandez Lora completed his Internal Medicine residency at Woodhull Medical Center in New York City, then earned a Geriatric Medicine fellowship at NYU Langone, where faculty named him Fellow of the Year. He holds board certification in Internal Medicine. Originally from the Dominican Republic, he built his clinical foundation in New York before expanding his work nationally.
Dr. Hernandez Lora brings extensive experience in value-based medicine and clinical leadership. During his training, he served as a CIR representative and co-founded the House Staff Safety Council. He later served as National Director of Acute and Post-Acute Care at Chen Medical. He also founded Domus Care Solutions, a practice delivering home-based care to seniors with an emphasis on psychosocial needs. That background in geriatrics and senior-focused care directly informs his work at Nest Medical Center.
Education & Training
Residency
Internal Medicine, Woodhull Medical Center, NYC
Fellowship
Geriatric Medicine, NYU Langone
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Hernandez Lora right for?
Dr. Hernandez Lora is well suited for older adults and patients managing complex chronic conditions. His geriatric fellowship training and years of senior-focused clinical work make him a strong fit for patients navigating aging-related concerns. Those who value a physician with deep experience in value-based and coordinated care will find his background relevant. Patients dealing with post-acute care transitions or multi-system conditions benefit from his broad internal medicine foundation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Hernandez Lora specializes in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine. He has particular depth in caring for older adults, managing chronic disease, and coordinating complex care needs. His background also includes value-based medicine and post-acute care.
Yes. Dr. Hernandez Lora holds board certification in Internal Medicine. He also completed a Geriatric Medicine fellowship at NYU Langone, where he received the Fellow of the Year distinction.
Dr. Hernandez Lora completed his Internal Medicine residency at Woodhull Medical Center in New York City. He then completed his Geriatric Medicine fellowship at NYU Langone.
Dr. Hernandez Lora developed a passion for leadership and quality care during his residency and fellowship training. His work with homebound and senior patients, including founding Domus Care Solutions for home-based senior care, reflects a long-standing commitment to this population.
Yes. Dr. Hernandez Lora has led care coordination at a national level, serving as National Director of Acute and Post-Acute Care at Chen Medical. At Nest Medical Center, he applies that experience to physician-led care coordination across membership tiers.
Dr. Hernandez Lora typically sees adults with chronic conditions, older patients managing geriatric concerns, and those navigating post-acute care transitions. His training in internal medicine gives him broad diagnostic capability across adult health conditions.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026