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Family Medicine Doctors in Miami, FL

Family doctors care for people of every age, from children to grandparents, and are often the first stop for any health question. Below are 30 family medicine doctors with a practice in Miami, Florida, from the federal NPI Registry, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Family Medicine Doctors in Miami

  1. Clifford A. Kinder, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33133
  2. Shaughn C. Bennett, DO Family Medicine Miami, FL 33173
  3. Vivian L. Roges Fernandez, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33155
  4. Silvia M. Sanchez Del Campo, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33161
  5. Celia Canete Morales Family Medicine Miami, FL 33193
  6. Mercedes P. Schaafsma, DO Family Medicine Miami, FL 33176
  7. Kyra Berger, DO Family Medicine Miami, FL 33136
  8. Peter Palmero, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33136
  9. Archana D. Ganta Family Medicine Miami, FL 33183
  10. Lazaro H. Martinez, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33165
  11. Sara H. Acevedo, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33174
  12. Lusillda R. Chapman Bennett Family Medicine Miami, FL 33155
  13. Agueda Hernandez, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33156
  14. Yaondet W. Cajides Baffi Family Medicine Miami, FL 33136
  15. David A. Cevallos, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33136
  16. Angelica Garcia, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33175
  17. Makda Majette, MD, MPH Family Medicine Miami, FL 33136
  18. Cynthia Alvarez, DO Family Medicine Miami, FL 33129
  19. Randy W. Lindgren Family Medicine Miami, FL 33137
  20. Octavio Avila Zamora, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33177
  21. Silvia Marin Popowski, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33157
  22. Jose M. Bermudez, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33174
  23. Luis Castano, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33147
  24. Chandrakant Shah, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33186
  25. Marisela Watanabe, DO Family Medicine Miami, FL 33137
  26. Yusmeli Gato Valdes, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33155
  27. Sandra M. Sarmiento, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33199
  28. Guari Mascaro, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33155
  29. David A. Ross, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33183
  30. Rafael Capote Sarmiento, MD Family Medicine Miami, FL 33144

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see a family medicine doctor

Common reasons

  • Check-ups and preventive care for the whole family
  • Colds, infections and minor injuries
  • Long-term conditions
  • Children's and women's health
  • Referrals to specialists

Signs it may be time

  • You want one doctor for your whole household
  • Something new has come up and you are not sure who to see
  • You need a referral to a specialist
  • You are due for a check-up or screening

How to get the most from your family medicine doctor visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • Vaccination records, especially for children
2

During: questions to ask

  • Is this something you can treat, or should I see a specialist?
  • What screenings am I due for at my age?
  • What would make you want to see me sooner?
  • How do I reach the office between visits?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • New symptoms and when they started
  • How you feel after any change your doctor suggested
  • Questions as they come up, so none are forgotten

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

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  • Log symptoms and side effects by talking
  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
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Questions

How do I find a family medicine doctor in Miami?

This page lists 30 family medicine doctors with a practice in Miami, Florida (ZIP codes 33129, 33133, 33136, 33137, 33144, 33147 and more), from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see a family medicine doctor in Miami?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first family medicine doctor appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; Vaccination records, especially for children.

Can a family medicine doctor be my primary care doctor?

Yes. Family medicine doctors are primary care doctors for people of all ages.

Do family doctors see children?

Yes. Unlike internists, family medicine doctors are trained to care for children as well as adults.

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