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Dr. Jose F. Cardona
JD, MBA, MHA

Dr. Jose F. Cardona is a distinguished Medical Doctor certified by the Florida Department of Health, boasting an impressive career that spans over 30 years. His extensive experience equips him with a deep understanding of the complexities and challenges inherent in healthcare.

In addition to his medical qualifications, Dr. Cardona is also a lawyer, bringing a unique legal perspective to his practice. He has further enhanced his expertise by obtaining a Master in Business Administration (MBA) as well as a Master in Healthcare Administration, allowing him to merge his medical and legal knowledge with effective management strategies in healthcare settings.

Dr. Cardona is driven to leverage his wealth of knowledge and experience to positively impact his community. He is dedicated to providing up-to-date information that influences public health, ensuring that individuals have access to the latest developments in drugs and treatments. His commitment to lifelong learning and professional development is evident in his continuous pursuit of knowledge and his proactive approach to staying informed about advancements in the medical field.

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cardona is adept at diagnosing and treating patients facing life-threatening conditions. His expertise encompasses a wide range of critical situations, including heart attacks, drug overdoses, shock, and massive bleeding. His ability to remain calm and decisive in high-pressure environments is a testament to his training and experience, making him a vital asset in any emergency situation.

Dr. Cardona’s accomplishments, research, and publications highlight his dedication to both the medical and legal professions.

Accomplishments

Fellow of the American Board of Hospital Physicians (FABHP)

Master of the American Board of Hospital Physicians (MABHP)

Master of the American Board of Ethical Physicians (MACEP)

Fellow of the American College of Legal Medicine (FACLM)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Research and Publications

• Merck Announces U.S. FDA Approval of VAXNEUVANCE™ (Pneumococcal 15-valent Conjugate Vaccine)
• Bamlanivimab plus Etesevimab in Mild or Moderate Covid-19
• Safety, tolerability, and immunogenicity of a 21-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, V116, in healthy adults: phase 1/2, randomised, double-blind, active comparator-controlled, multicentre, US-based trial
• The Efficacy and Safety of Abaloparatide-SC in Men With Osteoporosis: A Randomized Clinical Trial
• Safety and immunogenicity of a 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine coadministered with quadrivalent influenza vaccine: A phase 3 randomized trial
• Safety, tolerability, pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of the soluble guanylyl cyclase activator BI 685509 in patients with diabetic kidney disease: A randomized trial
• A phase 3 randomized safety and immunogenicity trial of mRNA-1010

Dr. Evelio H. Sosa

Doctor Evelio H. Sosa is an adult general psychiatrist and key Principal Investigator. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Florida, where he also completed his psychiatry residency. Dr. Sosa has held leadership roles at Mercy Hospital, Coral Gables Hospital, among other notable institutions. With over 25 years in clinical practice and leadership, and over a decade in clinical research, Dr. Sosa brings deep expertise in inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care, clinical trials, CNS disorders, psychiatric rating scales, and collaboration with major pharmaceutical companies and CROs.

Bilingual, he is fluent in Spanish and English and, has multiple areas of expertise, including Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Bipolar Disorder. He actively participates in hospital committees focused on safety, performance and recruitment.

Dr. Sosa is on a mission to use his knowledge and experience to assist individuals in maintaining stable mental health and improving their quality of life, as well as helping to advance clinical trials for the benefit of the community.

Dr. Jose L. Vega

Dr. Jose L. Vega is a distinguished Medical Doctor certified by the Florida Department of Health, boasting an impressive career that spans over 30 years.

Dr. Vega is driven by a passionate mission: to positively impact his community and serve others. He is dedicated to providing up-to-date information that influences public health, ensuring that individuals have access to the latest developments in drugs and treatments. His commitment to lifelong learning and professional development is evident in his continuous pursuit of knowledge and his proactive approach to staying informed about advancements in the medical field.

As an experienced Assistant Director of an Emergency Department, Dr. Vega is specialized at treating patients facing life-threatening conditions. His expertise encompasses a wide range of critical situations, including heart attacks, drug overdoses, shock, and massive bleeding. His ability to remain calm and decisive in high-pressure environments is a testament to his training and experience, making him a important staff in any emergency situation.

Fluent in English and Spanish, Dr. Vega has participated in clinical trials across all phases (I–IV) and has led over 30 studies in cardiology, vaccines, endocrinology, CNS, renal, respiratory, and women’s health.

Dr. Vega also brings extensive experience as a clinical rater, proficient in a wide range of validated assessment tools, including the MMSE, MADRS, and SCID-5-CT. He holds active certifications in ACLS, PALS, and CITI training, and consistently upholds GCP standards. Board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine (1997–2024), Dr. Vega is dedicated to advancing evidence-based medicine through ethical, high-impact clinical research.

Dr. Beatriz Jimenez

Dr. Beatriz Jimenez is a board-certified Pediatrician with over five years of clinical experience in urgent care and primary care settings.

She is bilingual in English and Spanish and provides culturally competent, patient-centered care. She earned her medical degree in the Dominican Republic and completed residency at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center, affiliated with Weill Cornell Medicine, in New York.

Her clinical expertise includes primary care as well as the management of a broad range of acute and high-risk pediatric conditions, including emergencies requiring rapid assessment and intervention.

She is experienced in performing minor procedures and delivering care in fast-paced environments.

Dr. Jimenez is recognized for strong clinical judgment, composure under pressure, and adaptability across diverse and underserved populations.

She is proficient with multiple EMR systems and holds current PALS and BLS certifications.

In addition, she has clinical research experience across multiple therapeutic areas, including cardiology, infectious diseases, and endocrinology, with involvement in protocol adherence, study coordination, patient safety, and data accuracy, supporting high-quality and efficient research operations.