About Us
Our legacy is rooted in a deep passion for the well-being of children and a dedication to providing comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services.
Our Story
Pediatrix Medical Group (PMG), Caribbean Region, initiated its medical services in Puerto Rico in 1992, specializing in Neonatal and Pediatric Intensive Care Units (NICU/PICU), Newborn Units (NBN), high-risk deliveries, and cesarean sections (C/S).
Over the years, our organization has expanded its services to include:
- 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) — Ashford Hospital, San Juan · Hospital San Lucas, Ponce · Hospital Ryder, Humacao
- 1 Pediatric Intensive Care Units (PICU) — Hospital San Lucas, Ponce
- 3 Newborn Nurseries — Ashford Hospital, San Juan · Hospital San Lucas, Ponce · Hospital Ryder, Humacao
- 1 Pediatric Emergency Room (SEP) — Pavia Arecibo
- 1 Pediatric Hospitalist services — Pavia Arecibo
To ensure the fulfillment of our mission in each unit, we have a team of sub-specialist doctors who are specifically trained in Neonatal Intensive Care Units and/or Pediatric Intensive Care Units. These sub-specialists supervise and guide our dedicated Pediatricians, General Practitioners, and Emergency Physicians who collectively contribute to the comprehensive care we offer in our Adult and Pediatric Emergency Rooms.
Expertise & Passion
Meet the Team at Pediatrix!
Carlos A. Pérez Díaz, MD.
President & CEO
Neonatologist & Pediatric Intensivist
Carlos R. Álvarez-Ruiz, MD.
Pavia Arecibo
Medical Director Emergency Services
Pediatric & Emergency Medical Physician
Emilio J. Báez Rivera, MD., FAAP, FCCM
Hospital San Lucas, Ponce
Medical Director Pediatric Critical Services
Pediatric Intensivist
José Rodríguez-Oliveras, MD. FAAP
Hospital San Lucas, Ponce
Medical Director Neonatal Services
Neonatologist
Rosa Bonilla Santana, MD.
Ashford Hospital, San Juan
Medical Director Neonatal Services
Neonatologist
Edgard Díaz Fernandez, MD.
Hospital Ryder, Humacao
Medical Director Neonatal Services
Neonatologist
