Who is Dr. Cortes

  • Born in Colombia.
  • Attended the National Polytechnic Institute in
    Mexico.
  • Graduated as an M.D. from the National Polytechnic Institute in Mexico City (D.F.), México
  • Graduated as a D.O. from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1996
  • Became board certified in Family Practice Residency after completing residency at The Good Samaritan Hospital. 
  • Established Cortes Family Physicians in Bradenton, Florida in the year 2000.
  • Pioneered DHP (Discount Health Program) to provide accessible healthcare for patients without health insurance in 2000
  • Conducts community medical screenings at local health fairs across Manatee and Sarasota counties since 2000
  • Served as President of the Colombian Alliance of the Gulf Coast from 2001-2003
  • Certified as an active preceptor for medical students at over 10 universities in 2005
  • Received the Exemplary Hispanic Award from Sie7eDias Media Group for dedication and service on behalf of the hispanic community in 2006
  • Organized a donation initiative of medical supplies to underserved communities in Dominican Republic, Mexico, and Colombia in 2007
  • Served as President of the Latin American Medical Association for 2008-2011
  • Became a Researcher of XXI Century
    Medicine, specializing in regenerative medicine in 2009
  • Certified by the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine in 2009
  • Recognized on Doctor’s Day for support and collaborative efforts at Greenbriar Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in 2013
  • Received Orgullo Latino Award for invaluable contributions to the hispanic community in 2017
  • Affiliated as a sub-investigator with the Florida Research Institute since 2020
  • Received Top Doctors Award from the Global Directory of Who’s Who in 2020
  • Hosts a radio station program, delivering educational medical content for the Hispanic community

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