Dr. Francisco Rene Fernandez, DO

Manuel Ozambela, Jr., M.D., is a urologic surgical oncologist at Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute. He specializes in the treatment of cancers that arise from the genitourinary system (urinary and reproductive systems), including kidney, bladder, prostate, testicular and penile cancers. He is fluent in English and Spanish. After earning his medical degree from Harvard Medical School, Dr. Ozambela completed his urologic surgery training at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in the Harvard Program in Urology. He received both the Exceptional Resident Award and the Award in Academic Excellence for his outstanding clinical performance and academic achievements. Prior to joining Baptist Health, Dr. Ozambela completed his fellowship in urologic oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. During the fellowship, he worked with a multidisciplinary group of investigators to study rare and aggressive kidney tumors with the goal of identifying novel treatment options. He has authored multiple scientific abstracts, manuscripts and book chapters on various topics in urologic oncology. Through his research, he strives to identify new diagnostic and treatment options for genitourinary cancers, improve patient recovery after surgery and enhance his patients’ quality of life.Understanding that he often meets patients during significantly stressful moments, Dr. Ozambela takes time to talk through diagnoses and treatment options. Through excellent communication and shared decision-making, he works with his patients to create treatment plans that reflect their individual goals. Dr. Ozambela is a South Florida native and enjoys spending time with his growing family when not taking care of patients.

Miguel A. Medina III, M.D., is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon and director of microsurgery at Miami Cancer Institute at Baptist Health South Florida. Dr. Medina specializes in complex reconstruction and microsurgery, utilizing specialized operating microscopes and precision instrumentation to perform intricate procedures such as the reconnection of nerves, muscles and blood vessels. He focuses on restoring physical function and appearance as well as confidence and dignity after the surgical treatment of cancer.Board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Medina’s clinical focus includes abdominal wall reconstruction, breast reconstructive surgery including DIEP flap reconstruction, craniofacial reconstruction and head and neck reconstructive surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, N.C. He completed a surgery residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School in Boston, Mass., receiving the V.H. Kazanjian Research Fellowship in reconstructive surgery. He also completed a plastic surgery residency in the Harvard Plastic Surgery Program at Harvard Medical School, where he served as chief resident. He continued his postdoctoral training with a fellowship in craniofacial surgery and microsurgery at The Johns Hopkins Hospital/R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in Baltimore, Md. Prior to joining Miami Cancer Institute, Dr. Medina specialized in craniofacial and reconstructive microsurgery at Cleveland Clinic in Weston, Fla. He is an innovator in his field, with numerous invited national and international presentations, instructional courses and lectures. He also is a distinguished clinical educator, serving as clinical assistant professor of surgery at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Medina has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters and serves as a reviewer for three scientific journals, including the Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Michelle Issac, M.D., is a palliative care physician at Miami Cancer Institute. Dr. Issac treats patients of all ages who have serious illnesses, including conditions that are curable, chronic or life-limiting. She works with patients to improve their quality of life and reduce their pain levels.. Dr. Issac joined Miami Cancer Institute after completing a hospice and palliative care medicine fellowship at New York University School of Medicine in New York City. Dr. Issac’s goal when working with patients is to build a relationship and ensure their voices are heard. She focuses on understanding their desires and wishes and does everything possible to fulfill their goals. She is a member of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine and the Center to Advance Palliative Care.When she is not treating patients, Dr. Issac enjoys traveling, hiking, biking and trying new foods.