Christopher Perez M.D. - Medical Director
Dr. Christopher Perez lives in Coral Springs, Florida with his wife and two children. Dr. Perez is board-certified in emergency medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of Michigan and completed his residency in emergency medicine at St. Luke's-Roosevelt hospital, affiliate of Columbia University in New York City.

Dr. Perez began practicing emergency medicine in 2000. While in private practice, he also served as a faculty member at Nova Southeastern University's medical school in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Dr. Perez has also served in the United States Army as an emergency physician. He has served during the Iraq war in 2003 at William Beaumont Army Medical Center at Ft. Bliss, El Paso TX. Furthermore, he was called to duty in February of 2007 to serve at Walter Reed Emergency Department in Washington, D.C.. His primary responsibilities were to teach residents and medical students as well as take care returning soldiers and their families. Dr. Perez is a distinguish Officer who was awarded the National Medal of Defense, the Global war on Terrorism Service Medal and the Army Reserve Service Medal. Major Christopher Perez continues serving our country with honor, loyalty and courage.

In addition to spending the last seven years practicing emergency medicine, Dr. Perez has also had a special interest in wound healing and hyperbaric medicine. He has worked the last two years at a local center for wound healing and hyperbaric medicine in which he has treated conditions such as diabetic foot ulcers, burns, traumatic wounds, and non-healing surgical wounds.

He remains committed to providing urgent care services through quality, compassionate care delivered in a timely manner and in a comfortable setting. He serves as the acting Medical and Clinical Director for iMed Urgent Medical Care Centers.
 

 

Ray Rakhar, PA-C - Chief Executive Officer
Ray Rakhar, PA-C, began his studies at Long Island University in Brooklyn, NY, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in health science. Mr Rakhar attended clinical rotations at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Hospital for Joint Disease, Hackensack University Medical Center, and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospitals. He completed the Physician Assistant Program at Brooklyn Hospital Center, New York, graduating on the Dean’s List for excellence in clinical care. He also received a Health Professional Dean’s Award at Long Island University and was given the New York State Maureen Sullivan Award. During this time, he served in the U.S. Army Reserve as a Sergeant with the 800th Military Police Brigade. While in the military, SGT. Rakhar was given orders to serve in a Humanitarian Aide Mission known as Operation New Hope in Honduras and El Salvador. He also was activated to assist in the recovery following the tragedy of 9/11 in New York City. He currently board-certified by the National Certifying Commission of Physician Assistants. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Florida Academy of Physician Assistants, Society of Emergency Medicine Physician Assistants and Association of Urgent Care Medicine. Ray Rakhar specializes in Orthopedic medicine and Urgent care Medicine. He served as a 1st assist surgeon for 3 years with South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine.  He is currently adjunct faculty at Barry University and was noted as the honorary guest speaker for Barry University White Coat Ceremony.

His hobbies include fitness, martial arts, marksmanship and taking care of patients. He continues urgent care medicine today. Mr. Rakhar is Owner and Executive Director of iMed Urgent Care Centers.
 

Paul Cumello, PA-C
Paul Cumello completed his undergraduate education at Syracuse University with a Bachelors degree in Economics. After working in the business world for 10 years, he decided to fulfill his lifelong desire to enter the medical field.

Paul received his Physician Assistant education at Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale. There, he earned his degree of Master of Medical Science. While attending graduate school, Paul took part in a medical mission to Guatemala. While in Guatemala, Paul delivered a baby boy. The mother of the child named her son Pablo--after Paul-- to thank him for his assistance. Paul continues to keep in touch with and send clothes and toys to Pablo and his mother.

Paul’s medical experience consists of several years in Emergency Medicine. Paul has worked in local Emergency departments at both Parkway Regional Medical Center in N. Miami Beach and Hollywood Medical Center in Hollywood.

Paul is board certified by NCCPA (national commission on certification of physician assistants) and is a fellow in the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) and the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants (FAPA). He presently serves as the North/Central Broward County area representative for FAPA and as a preceptor for Nova Southeastern University Physician Assistant students.

In his spare time, Paul enjoys boating, golf and reading.



Dayne Alonso, PA-C

Dayne knew she was interested in medicine since the age of 13 when she began to volunteer at local hospitals and eventually was employed at Mercy Hospital at the age of 17. She completed her undergraduate education at Florida International University in Therapeutic Recreation in 1998. In 2002, she decided to further her education as a Physician Assistant. She completed the Nova Southeastern University PA Program and received a Masters of Medical Science and another Bachelor’s Degree in PA studies.
She started her PA career in the field of Urology gaining vast experience in office procedures and surgery. Her love for a challenge, led her to the field of Oncology/Hematology where she currently practices at the Miami VA Medical Center. In addition, she began to explore the field of Urgent Care and has over 2 years of experience in the Urgent Care setting.

She is involved with the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants as Miami-Dade Area Representative and Continuing Medical Education Chair. She is a fellow member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and is Secretary of the Association of PA’s in Oncology.

Dayne also enjoys helping the underserved populations and joined Paul in Guatemala on a medical mission trip, organized a health fair for migrant workers in Homestead, and has been involved with a homeless assistance program at the Miami VA Medical Center to attempt to restore the lives of the homeless in Miami-Dade County. Dayne was the recipient of the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants Humanitarian PA of the Year award and was recently inducted into the Pi Alpha Honor Society at Nova Southeastern University.

In her spare time, Dayne enjoys movies, spending time with her family, and water sports.

Erika Nager, MMS, PA-C is a graduate of Nova Southeastern University. At NSU, she obtained both Bachelor degrees in Biology and Physician Assistant Science, as well as a Masters of Medical Science. Erika is board certified by the NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) and is a fellow in the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA).

In addition, she remains active in her state PA organization, the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants (FAPA) as an area representative for South Broward/North Miami Dade counties promoting PA awareness, membership, and legislative updates. Within FAPA she is also working with the Conference Planning Committee to assist in upcoming CME symposiums. Aside from that, Erika enjoys writing, and published an evidence-based article titled Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in the Jan 2006 issue of Advance for PA's. She has specialized in Infectious Diseases, and recently joined the IMed Urgent Care Center team. Her hobbies include reading, yoga, pilates, learning new languages & traveling.

Guillermo Granados, PA-C, is a graduate from Miami-Dade College Medical Center. He is currently affiliated with the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Mr. Granados served 9 years in the United States Army as a staff sergeant in light infantry, and armored units. He took an interest in medicine while serving in the military as a combat medic and EMT. Mr. Granados served two tours of duty in Iraq and Kuwait. Moreover, he was involved in Operation Liberation of Kuwait. He was honorably discharged from the military and is a distinguished soldier.

Mr. Granados is currently board-certified by the National Certifying Commission of Physician Assistants, and presently practices Urgent Care medicine and Family Medicine. He also obtains experience in Occupational medicine. Mr. Granados continues his education and is acquiring his master’s degree in Advanced Physician Assistant studies.

Motivation, dedication and professionalism are his ethical beliefs. Guillermo enjoys mixed martial arts and currently hold a brown belt in Tae-kwon-do, Kiado-Ryu. In addition, he practices Muy-Thai kick boxing, strength training and racquetball. His true inspiration is his wife and kids. He enjoys spending time with his family. He is a practicing catholic, and has much faith in his religion. He is a proud member of the iMed team.

J. Keith Williams, MPAS, PA-C

Mr. Williams graduated from Western Connecticut State University, Danbury, CT in 1976 with a Bachelors degree in Biology. In 1979, he received certification as an EMT/Paramedic from Daytona Beach Community College and worked for 3 years with the Volusia county EVAC ambulance service. In 1983, he graduated from the University of Florida PA Program in Gainesville, with a Bachelors degree in Medicine. Keith returned to Daytona Beach and practiced clinically in emergency medicine at Halifax Medical Center for 15 years. In 2006, he received a Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree in emergency medicine from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, PA Program in Omaha, Nebraska.

Mr. Williams entered academia in 1999, when he joined the PA faculty at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, Shreveport, Louisiana. In August 2002, he joined the Nova Southeastern University (NSU) Physician Assistant program as an assistant professor. In 2005, he was voted “Teacher of the Year” by the NSU PA class of 2006. He is also adjunct faculty at Barry University.

Mr. Williams conducts suture workshops at the annual FAPA summer symposium state conference. His presentations include, “An Evaluation of Suture Training in Physician Assistant Education,” at the PAEA Education Forum, Las Croabas, Puerto Rico, in November, 2005:  View Presentation PDF

Mr. Williams is currently licensed by the State of Florida and certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). He is a fellow member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA), the Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA), the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants (FAPA), and the Society of Emergency Medicine Physician Assistants (SEMPA). He presently serves FAPA as the membership liaison for Broward County and school liaison for the NSU PA program/Davie.

Professor Williams continues to practice medicine at iMed Urgent Care Centers. He is a compassionate person that dedicates his time and medical expertise to iMed patients. Professor Williams is a highly motivated Physician Assistant that encompasses the true meaning of patient care. On his spare time, Keith enjoys tennis and playing chess with his son, Logan.