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Venezuelan doctor in Weston: meet Dr. Nevett
Meet Dr. Alexandra Nevett, a Venezuelan family doctor in Weston, and learn how her path led to ON Care and ongoing care for families.

Diego Oteyza
3 min read


New EKG requirement for Florida high school athletes: what parents need to know
Starting July 1, 2026, some Florida student athletes need an EKG before tryouts. Who needs one, which form, and how to get it done in time.

Alexandra Nevett
3 min read


Last-minute sports physical near me: what actually works
Tryouts are this week and you need a sports physical fast. What urgent care actually gives you, what it doesn't, and how to get seen without the three-week wait.

Diego Oteyza
3 min read


Why Join a Direct Primary Care Practice? A Philosophical Take
If you look up why it makes sense to join a Direct Primary Care practice, you will almost always find the same three reasons. All three are true. The first is access. You can reach your primary care doctor directly, without the usual friction and paperwork, and so can your family. In a health system full of waiting, red tape, and middlemen, that alone is worth a great deal. The second is that your doctor comes to know you. Because the relationship lasts over time, she has mor

Jorge Carrasquel
5 min read


Spanish-Speaking Doctor in Weston, FL: How to Actually Find One
Sí hay médicos que atienden en español en Weston. Qué preguntar antes de elegir, y una consulta venezolana que responde por WhatsApp.

Diego Oteyza
3 min read


Florida school physical form (DH 3040): what parents need to know
The DH 3040 is Florida's school entry health exam form. Who needs it, the 12-month and 30-day rules, and how to get it done before the first day.

Alexandra Nevett
3 min read


Can I text my doctor?
At most practices the honest answer is no. Where texting your doctor is normal, what a text is good for, and what to ask your own doctor's office.

Diego Oteyza
3 min read


The Value of Primary Care Membership Plans
When it comes to our health, we all want care that feels personal, accessible, and truly supportive. Imagine having a healthcare experience where your doctor knows you by name, understands your unique needs, and is just a call or message away. This is the promise of health membership plans, a fresh approach that is reshaping how families and individuals receive primary care. Let’s explore why these plans are becoming a trusted choice for many and how they can transform your h

The ON Care Team
5 min read


How Membership Models Offer Healthcare Cost Savings
When it comes to healthcare, we all want the best care without the stress of sky-high bills. But what if there was a way to make healthcare more affordable and personal? That’s where membership models come in. These innovative approaches are changing the way we think about healthcare pricing, making it easier for families and individuals to access quality care without the usual insurance headaches. Let’s explore how membership models can open the door to affordable healthcare

The ON Care Team
4 min read


The Fragile Balance: What Is Health, Really?
Human organizations exist because coordinated action exists. That is, people perform actions whose meaning depends on the actions of others. These actions, when combined, contribute to a common purpose that none could achieve alone. More than that—those actions wouldn’t even be carried out if they weren’t oriented toward some higher end. Think of something simple: a bridge. No individual could build it alone. You need the engineer who designs it, the workers who raise the str
Jorge L. Carrasquel
6 min read


Why Primary Care Memberships Are a Game-Changer
Imagine having a healthcare experience that feels less like a rushed appointment and more like a meaningful conversation with someone who truly knows you. That’s the promise of personalized healthcare memberships. They are transforming how we think about primary care, making it more accessible, affordable, and tailored to our unique needs. If you’ve ever felt lost in the shuffle of traditional healthcare, this new approach might just be the breath of fresh air you’ve been wai

The ON Care Team
4 min read


Saving Money with Membership-Based Healthcare Pricing
When it comes to taking care of our health, the costs can sometimes feel overwhelming. Have you ever wondered if there’s a way to get quality care without the usual financial stress? I’ve been exploring membership-based healthcare savings, and I’m excited to share how this approach can make a real difference. It’s like having a trusted friend in your corner, helping you navigate the world of healthcare with ease and confidence. What Are Membership-Based Healthcare Savings? Me

The ON Care Team
4 min read


Top Benefits of the Direct Primary Care Approach
When it comes to healthcare, we all want something simple, personal, and effective. Imagine a world where your doctor knows you by name, understands your health story, and is just a call or text away. That’s the promise of direct primary care (DPC). It’s a fresh approach that’s changing how families and individuals experience primary care, especially here in Weston and nearby communities. Let’s explore the top advantages of direct primary care and why it might be the right fi

The ON Care Team
3 min read


Understanding Anxiety: A Personal Journey
In this post I share my first notes on what is anxiety. Drawing from personal experience, everyday conversations, and two different clinical traditions—cognitive-behavioral psychology and psychoanalysis—I begin to explore how this elusive emotion appears in our lives and why it matters.
Jorge L. Carrasquel
12 min read


Redefining Family Healthcare: The Importance of Direct Primary Care
And suddenly, the body becomes the subject. The leg you walked on without noticing now hurts. The breathing you never watched grows shallow. The chest tightens, time narrows, and each inhale becomes work. The air doesn’t reach. A mix of alarm and doubt surfaces—anxiety, infection, heart?—and ordinary life pauses. Everything is breathing. What do you do? You go to the doctor. Why Choose the Doctor? Why the doctor and not, say, the mechanic? Because they know how your body work
Jorge L. Carrasquel
5 min read


Biohacking Vs ON Care
Two ways of measuring life: one through data, the other through presence. Are they contradictory? Our primary concern at ON Care is the pursuit of a good life, and personally, I don't have definitive answers. That's precisely why I continuously seek out and listen to anyone who might have insights worth considering, processing them thoughtfully, and sharing them. My background in philosophy and psychology reflects this quest. Within this context, striving for a healthy lifest
Jorge L. Carrasquel
4 min read


Human Nature as a Guide
Since the beginning of ON Care, we’ve asked ourselves what health is really for. The answer came quickly: to live well. Medicine is essential, but not enough. True health also involves food, movement, rest, purpose, connection, and meaning. We are not just bodies—we are stories, relationships, and spirit. We care for health not as the end goal, but because it gives us the energy and freedom to live a good life.

Diego Oteyza
4 min read


Healthspan Lifestyle Change — Living Better for Our Children (II)
This is the second post in a series. In the first one, we reflected on a simple yet challenging question: if we know we should change our lifestyle, why don’t we? There, I introduced the ideas of Peter Attia—a physician devoted to understanding how we might live longer and better. I mentioned that I would share some of his key insights in a simpler, clearer way. This post is that attempt. Both texts can be read separately, but together they form a single conversation. The int
Jorge L. Carrasquel
6 min read


Healthspan Lifestyle Change — Living Better for Our Children (I)
Many parents want to live longer—for their children. But if we already know what a healthier life requires, why is it so hard to change? In this post, we explore what really holds us back, and why our understanding of health may need to be rethought from the ground up.
Jorge L. Carrasquel
6 min read


What Do Our Children Need? A Reflection on Emotional Care
Reflections on safety, love, and meaning in the emotional life of children. A mother watches in silence as her child plays — not intervening, just holding the space where understanding can grow. I am not a wise person, but I am a bridge. Or, let’s say, an interpreter. I try to grasp meaning by listening carefully and then pass it on —as a way to help us all better understand a dimension of reality we live within. In doing so, I travel — like an adventurer — to wiser sources a
Jorge L. Carrasquel
10 min read
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