Dr. Pedro P Ylisastigui, MD - Lehigh Acres, FL - Primary Care, Internal Medicine

Dr. Pedro P Ylisastigui, MD

Primary Care, Internal Medicine
Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
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Dr. Pedro P. Ylisastigui, MD, a highly respected primary care physician in Lehigh Acres, Florida, has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to healthcare. With a focus on preventing, diagnosing, and treating adult diseases, Dr. Ylisastigui and his team offer comprehensive primary care services to patients in the local community.Dr. Pedro P. Ylisastigui earned his MD from the Higher Institute of Medical Sciences in Havana, Cuba. His commitment to patient care and medical research has taken him on a diverse journey, including two years of a general internship and Pediatrics, in Ethiopia. He has advanced Clinical Pharmacology training at the Institute in Havana and the University of Heidelberg in Germany. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at the University of North Dakota in Fargo.Dr. Pedro P. Ylisastigui and his team specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of various adult diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol levels. They
care for complex patients with multiple chronic conditions and social vulnerability, for a vital service to the local community.  Since 2005, In addition to his medical practice, Dr. Pedro P. Ylisastigui has conducted clinical trials, Phase I to IV, sponsored by the pharmaceutical companies. He currently serves as a Principal Investigator for the Alliance for Multispecialty Research.Dr. Pedro P. Ylisastigui has received several prestigious honors and awards, including the recognition of his practice as one of the Top 5 Primary Care Practices in the state of Florida by Healthcare Business Review Magazine. He has also been recognized as a Top Primary Care Physician by Findatopdoc.com and Best in Florida Magazine, in 2023. He is a Pinnacle professional member of the Continental Who is Who Registry, since 2023.Dr. Ylisastigui is a member of the medical staff on Lee Health and Lehigh Regional Medical Center.Beyond his medical practice, Dr. Pedro P. Ylisastigui enjoys motorcycling and reading nonfiction history, and business books.  He actively engages with the community with commitment to charitable work, providing services to the underprivileged reflecting his belief in giving back and ensuring that everyone has access to quality healthcare.He expresses gratitude to his family for their support and to the many people who played a significant role in shaping his career and life. He acknowledges the influence of two mentors, Dr. Professor Washington Russell, MD in Cuba, and Professor Charles Fuchs, MD, in USA, who played a significant role in shaping his career and commitment to medicine.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 39 years of experience
  • 6 insurances accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Universidad De Ciencias Medicas De La Habana
  • 28 comments
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 location

Patients’ Perspective

  • On-time appointments
  • Good bedside manner

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Location

Ylisastigui Pedro P Office

1150 Lee Blvd Ste 4 Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
Accepting New Patients

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Pedro P Ylisastigui

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Specialties

Dr. Pedro P Ylisastigui has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Pedro P Ylisastigui has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Immunization
  • Heartburn
  • Check-up
  • Weight Loss

Education

Universidad De Ciencias Medicas De La Habana

Graduated in 1985

University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine And Health Sciences

Residency

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