A Bit About Me
Victor M. Peña, M.D. is a board certified family physician. He was born and raised in Cuba. Dr. Peña moved to Texas at the age of 17 and continued his studies in pre - medicine at the University of Texas Pan American. He received his medical degree from Ross University School of medicine and completed his specialty training at West Kendall Baptist Hospital - FIU family medicine residency in Miami, Florida.
Dr. Peña's journey is as fascinating as his personality. Known for his commitment to excellence and passion for his work, he shines brighter than the rest in a crowded room. Don't just take our word for it—scroll down to discover the many facets of this remarkable physician.
Work Experience
July 2019 - Present
May 2022 - December 2022
Millennium Physician Group, Hospitalist, Fawcett Memorial Hospital, Port Charlotte, FL. Dr. Peña showcases his medical prowess as he navigates the intricacies of the hospitalist realm, leaving patients in awe of his expertise.
Port Charlotte, FL.
Hospitalist Locums, Mount Sinai Medical Center, Miami Beach, FL. As a locum tenens physician, Dr. Peña brought his talents to the vibrant city of Miami Beach, leaving an indelible mark on the medical community.
Miami Beach, FL.
August 2021 -November 2022
Pioneer Medical Group, Hospitalist Locums, AdventHealth Hospital, Orlando, FL. Dr. Peña's expertise knows no bounds as he ventured into the heart of Orlando, providing top-notch care to patients at AdventHealth Hospital.
Orlando, FL.
Medical Misions
Haiti, 3/2018
Baptist Health South Florida Medical Mission to Port-au-Prince. Dr. Peña's dedication to helping those in need led him to Haiti, where he selflessly provided medical aid to the underserved population.
Florida, 8/2016
St. John’s Church/FIU Health Fair, South Miami. Dr. Peña showcased his commitment to his community by participating in a health fair that benefited individuals in South Miami, leaving a lasting impact.
5/2017
Felix Varela High School back-to-school backpack giveaway. Dr. Peña's generosity shone through as he contributed to a backpack giveaway, ensuring students were well-prepared for the academic year ahead.
South Florida, 2013
Volunteer, Miami Rescue Mission Clinic. Dr. Peña dedicated his time and expertise to serving the underserved and homeless population of Miami, demonstrating his unwavering compassion for those in need.
10/2016
Paradise Christian School/FIU free vision screenings for kids. Dr. Peña's commitment to children's health led him to conduct vision screenings, ensuring the young ones had optimal eye health.
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PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
Dr. Peña's brilliance extends beyond the clinical realm, as evidenced by his remarkable publications and presentations:
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Peña, V.M, Muhammad A, et al., Association of Short and Long Sleep Duration with Intima – Media Thickness (CIMT). Baptist employee healthy heart study. Baptist South Florida, Miami. 2017.
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Peña V.M, Muhammad A, et al., Association of Lppla2 levels with lipoproteins subclasses and their ratio. Baptist employee healthy heart study. Baptist South Florida, Miami. 2017.
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Peña V, Penugonda M, Castro A, (2017) Case presentation: Gradenigo syndrome. West Kendall Baptist Hospital Conference session. Miami, Florida.
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Peña V.M, Muhammad A, et al., (2017) Conference Abstract presentation at AHA. Association of Short and Long Sleep Duration with Carotid Intima-Media Thickness, the Baptist Employee Healthy Heart Study (Behhs).
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Peña Victor, Palmer Ned, Griffin Misty (2013) Common Gynecological Diseases. Sewa Dogra Village, Himachal Pradesh, India.
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Rodriguez Tamara, Peña Victor (2012) Poster Presentation: Non-Squamous Cell Lung Cancer with Sarcomatoid Features with Metastasis to the Small Intestine. New York Downtown Hospital, New York.
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