MenstrualDisorders near Dade City, FL

Biography: Rafael Velasquez, MD, attended residency in family medicine at the University of Alabama in Birmingham, Alabama, and also completed a residency at Kansas University School of Medicine where he served as Chief Resident in Family Medicine. Dr. Velasquez was born in Lima, Peru, and graduated from Federico Villarreal School of Medicine in 1993. He worked with multiple volunteer programs in his native Peru, including the early detection of cervical/breast cancer, cholera prevention, and the Peruvian Red Cross. Dr. Valasquez is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) and the American Medical Association. He enjoys karate, soccer, music, reading and spending time with friends and family.

Care Philosophy: As a midwife, I recognize the uniqueness of every one of my patients. I believe every woman should receive compassionate, supportive, high quality care. I strive to create trusting relationships with my patients, and use evidence based practice to facilitate shared decision making. I recognize and value patient centered care, and am honored to be a care provider to women in every stage of life.