Dr. Charlene DeLuca, MD, PA

The practice caps its panel at 150 to 250 patients. That limit lets Dr. DeLuca give each member thorough attention, same-day or next-day access when needed, and the kind of ongoing relationship that drives better health outcomes.

Members reach Dr. DeLuca 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phone, email, or fax. Patients who fall ill generally get an appointment within 24 hours. Past patients have reached her by personal cell phone on evenings and weekends.

The physical runs one and a half to two hours and includes lab work and an EKG. Afterward, Dr. DeLuca reviews your medical records, recent lab results, and past and current health issues in her office. Together, you build a plan of care for the coming year. You leave with a booklet containing a letter from Dr. DeLuca that details your exam and test results.

Yes. The office schedules all specialist appointments and diagnostic tests on your behalf. Staff also send reminders when upcoming lab work or testing is due. Dr. DeLuca coordinates care with local, regional, and out-of-state physicians and with nationally recognized health care institutions.

Dr. DeLuca provides hospital care coordination for members. She helps guide and direct your care whether the situation arises in the office, in the hospital, or with a specialist. Personal Health Care Facilitators support this process.

The practice serves adults, with a strong focus on middle-aged and geriatric patients. Dr. DeLuca has particular expertise in the health needs of active older adults, including fitness after 50, hormonal changes, and nutritional adjustments that come with aging.

Yes. Dr. DeLuca holds a fellowship in Primary Care Sports Medicine from Brown University. Her current sports medicine work centers on active middle-aged and older adults, including runners, golfers, tennis players, and seniors who stay fit through daily walks or cycling. She addresses the physical demands and health considerations specific to aging athletes.

The practice provides educational materials and guidance for patients traveling outside the United States. Staff can assist with health planning and relevant information before your trip.

Yes. Dr. DeLuca offers executive physicals. Earlier in her career she performed them for federal agencies including the FBI Washington Field Office, the CIA, and the Department of Defense. The practice continues to offer comprehensive executive physical services to members.

You can contact the practice directly at 239-331-3222 or by email to ask about membership availability. Because the practice maintains a limited panel, Dr. DeLuca accepts new patients as space allows.