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Dr. John David Fernandez is a primary care physician and Clinical Instructor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, affiliated with UCLA Health. He specializes in adult primary care, management of chronic conditions, and care for transgender and gender-diverse patients. Dr. Fernandez holds an MD from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and completed his internal medicine residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. His research focuses on LGBTQ+ health, with peer-reviewed publications on gender-affirming hormone therapy. He is recognized as an LGBTQ+ Champion for his advocacy and compassionate care. Dr. Fernandez’s clinical practice emphasizes patient-centered approaches, particularly for transgender healthcare and young adult transition to adult care.
- Education: MD - University of Kentucky College of Medicine (2017)
- Residency: Internal Medicine - Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (2020)
Research interests include metabolic effects of hormone therapy, gender-affirming care protocols, and improving healthcare access for marginalized populations. His work bridges clinical practice and advocacy, addressing both medical and social determinants of health for LGBTQ+ communities.
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