Dr. Carlos Alberto Salazar, MD
Family Practitioner
4710 N Habana Ave St 402 Tampa FL, 33614Rating
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Dr. Salazar, Owner & Operator of BlessedCare Center in Tampa, Florida, is a highly accomplished physician with 20+ years of experience. His holistic approach to medicine encompasses physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Dr. Salazar's journey includes training with Dr. Denton Cooley, pioneering cardiac surgeon, and research at the Texas Heart Institute. He holds board certifications in family medicine and geriatric medicine. His passion lies in geriatric care and long term care. Dr. Salazar is fluent in both English and Spanish, embodying a commitment to comprehensive, compassionate healthcare for all ages.
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Education and Training
Luis Razetti School of Medicine at the Central University of Venezuela 1991
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine
Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine)
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Dr. Carlos Alberto Salazar, MD's Expert Contributions
I'm taking Ativan?
Ativan is Benzodiazepine drug, That can be use in elderly for short period of time. The Beers criteria was developed by an expert consensus panel in 1991. These criteria are a list of medications considered potentially inappropriate for use in older patients, mostly due to high risk adverse events such as alter mentation, falls with subsequent fracture and or even respiratory arrest, heart attack and death. These medications can produce dependency and patient will need higher doses to get the same effect. I hope i answer your question READ MORE
What happens if a lung infection goes untreated?
Any infection can range from mild to severe, untreated infection can take 2 courses, one your immune system is excellent and was able to overcome the infection or secondly the infection gets worse and you can developed Respiratory failure and die. My recommendation is to consult your PCP for any upper respiratory that could progress into a worse scenario. READ MORE
Anemic from low iron?
Someone at her age with Iron deficiency anemia, we must rule out colon cancer. She will need to get a Colonoscopy with a Gastroenterologist. If the test is normal, she can see a Hematologist (Blood specialist), meantime she can eat food rich in Iron such: Lentils, spinach, black beans and take Centrum multivitamins for women 1 tab daily. READ MORE
Blood work and symptom question?
Complete blood count needs to be repeated. If it is persistently elevated, I would refer to a hematologist to r/o blood disorder. Regular exercise is an important component for good health and it can maintain the right blood count. READ MORE
Duodenal Polyp?
In children, it's very important to find out about family history of polyps. There is a condition called FAP (Familial Adenomatous Polyposis). If someone has this condition, there is a very high likelihood that a person will develop Colorectal Cancer. I would take him to a Pediatric Gastroenterologist for evaluation. READ MORE
How serious is a collapsed lung?
It could be very serious depend on what percentage of the lung is collapse. a collapse lung is called Pneumothorax. It can happened spontaneously or could have other Secondary etiologies. ITS PRESENCE DICTATES IMMEDIATE AND DEFINITIVE MANAGEMENT. READ MORE
Vitamin b12 level?
Your B12 level is normal, i do not think your symptoms are not related to B12 Deficiency. Now if you start taking PPIs (proton pump inhibitors) such as Omeprazole or pantoprazole they can impair the absorption of B12. You may need to do some life style changes. Do not eat or drink anything 2 hrs before goint to bed, elevate the head of your bed. and go to see a GI doctor to get a Endoscopy READ MORE
Is reactive airway disease contagious?
Reactive airway disease is an allergy and/or inflammatory reaction of the airway to triggers such as vapors, fumes, smoke, etc. It is not contagious. Symptoms are similar to asthma. It can be treated. Some kids do not get better, though, and can develop asthma. READ MORE
What percentage of biopsied polyps are cancerous?
Only 5 % of polyps progress to cancer, however, the individual risk for every person varies with the risk factor associated with that person. For instance, if one has a strong history of cancer in the family, the chances of this polyp progressing to cancer will be higher than those people without a family history of cancer. Other risk factors include smoking, fatty diet, inflammatory intestinal conditions, and inherited syndromes such FAP (familial adenomatous polyposis), DIABETES, OBESITY, ETC. READ MORE
Is Alzheimer's diagnosed with a blood test?
First of all, you need to understand that there are several classifications of Dementia ( It is a group of symptoms that affect your ability think or reason clearly) The most common one is 1. Reversible Dementias: here we add all Dementias that have a medical treatment, once we determine what is causing it. For instance Thyroid problems, can mimic dementia symptoms, once you treat the problem the dementia symptoms reverse. Another Example is Vitamin B12 Deficiency once you treat the deficiency the memory problems disappears. In this cases, yes; there are blood tests that can help defining the etiology of the Memory loss. The second group of Dementia is what we call Irreversible Dementias: where there is not cure for the disease. Of course there are medications that can slow down the progression of the disease but can not cure it. In this group is where Alzheimer's Disease falls. Alzheimer dementia is the most common form of dementia, accounting for up to 60-80% of cases. For the diagnosis os Alzheimer to be made it takes a long time and usually involves a series of tests including questionnaires and brain scans. READ MORE
My friend has a hypothyroid, can it be cured?
Well, it is a condition that can be treated, but requires a follow up testing at least twice a year to make sure your doctor is given you the right dose. It is important to do this f/u tests because giving to much or to little of the drug can have detrimental effects on your body. But definitively it can be treated and keep it under control. READ MORE
Can weight loss help me get rid of my diabetes?
Yes, especially if you have DM type 2. Obesity is a risk factor no only for diabetes but also for cardiovascular disease including Heart attack, Stroke, and Peripheral Vascular Disease. In Obesity, the fat tissue tends to block the receptors for insulin. Insulin is needed to open some canals in all cells of your body so that the glucose (sugar) can enter the cells and be utilize as source of energy. So, when fat tissue block insulin receptors, the insulin can not open the canals and the blood sugar stay high in your bloodstream. Here is the importance of losing weight. READ MORE
Could the pain in my joints be gout?
Yes, it could be gout or osteoarthritis (degenerative disease of the cartilage). Go to your doctor and get uric acid levels and an X-ray. Avoid eating food reach in uric acid such as tomatoes, beans, etc. READ MORE
Why do my feet swell up by evening?
The cause of swollen legs is multifactorial, however, swollen legs, especially in the evening, could be related to kidney failure secondary to high blood pressure. If you have hypertension, you should see a doctor immediately. Other risk factors for this symptom could heart failure, drug induce, thyroid disease, sitting for prolonged times, or inactivity. Try to keep your legs elevated while sitting, but see your doctor ASAP. READ MORE
Folic acid levels went down - why?
If you are not taking any medication that can reduce your folic acid level, it could be a folic acid deficiency. Ask your doctor to get a CBC (complete blood count) or you can see a specialist such as a hematologist to find the cause of it. READ MORE
Is shingles contagious?
Once all lesions are crusted, they are no longer contagious. READ MORE
Is heart failure usually sudden?
Heart failure can be sudden or acute secondary to infection, heart attack, but it also can develop slowly (chronic) secondary to high blood pressure, diabetes, other immune problems, or structural heart disease, such as valvular problems. The heart is a muscle that pumps blood to the organs of the body. When the heart cannot pump properly, it is called heart failure. READ MORE
How often should diabetes patients get their eyes checked?
All patients with diabetes need at least annual mandatory eye exam check, due to the possible complications of diabetes in the retina, including blindness. READ MORE
I am gaining weight after a miscarriage. What could be the reason?
Women are more likely to gain rather than lose weight between pregnancies and weight gain from one pregnancy to the next increases the risks of gestational diabetes mellitus. Avoiding excessive weight gain and weight retention are important and potentially modifiable targets to achieve lower risks of adverse outcomes in subsequent pregnancies and prevent future maternal obesity and its adverse consequences. I will recommend you to check you blood sugar level and start a weight loss program with emphasis on low carbohydrates, diet, and exercise. READ MORE
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Instructor in Palliative Care University of South Florida and Chamberlain University 2009 - 2011
- Assistant Professor of Geriatric Medicine University of South Florida 2009 - 2011
Awards
- Top Physician Year World of Internists
- Top Internist Year Leading Physicians of the World
- Cardiovascular Scienes Award 1998 Texas Heart Institute
- Geriatric Society Award 2006 Geriatric Society
Professional Memberships
- American College of Physicians
- American Geriatrics Society
- American Society of Internal Medicine
- American Medical Association
Fellowships
- Baylor College of Medicine Geriatrics 2005
Fellowships
- Baylor College of Medicine2005Geriatrics
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Physicians, American Geriatrics Society, American Society of Internal Medicine, American Medical Association
Areas of research
Dr. Salazar's clinical research interests include the Age-related changes in the Heart and Vasculature, as well as Dementia
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Get to know Family Physician Dr. Carlos Alberto Salazar, who serves patients in Florida.
A highly accomplished and respected physician with over 20 years of professional experience, Dr. Salazar is the Owner & Operator of BlessedCare Center in Tampa, Florida. He is well-regarded in his field for his holistic approach to medicine, which focuses on treating not only the physical issues his patients are facing, but also their mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Before embarking on his professional journey, he earned his medical degree from the Luis Razetti School of Medicine at the Central University of Venezuela in 1991. He then received additional training with Dr. Denton Cooley, one of the world’s leading cardiac surgeons, between 1993 and 1996.
Following this, Dr. Salazar conducted clinical research on the vascular anatomy of the heart at the Texas Heart Institute until 1998. He went on to complete his residency in internal medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center from 2001 to 2003, and a fellowship in geriatrics at Baylor College of Medicine until 2005.
He served as an Instructor in Palliative Care at the University of South Florida and Chamberlain University, and as an Assistant Professor of Geriatric Medicine at the University of South Florida from 2009 to 2011.
An expert in his field, the doctor is board-certified in family medicine and geriatric medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM). The ABFM is a non-profit, independent medical association of American physicians who practice in family medicine and its sub-specialties.
Throughout his career, Dr. Salazar has focused on clinical research related to age-related changes in the heart and vasculature, as well as dementia. He also maintains membership status with several organizations, including the American College of Physicians, the American Geriatrics Society, the American Society of Internal Medicine, and the American Medical Association.
Family medicine is a medical specialty devoted to comprehensive health care for people of all ages. The specialist is called a family physician or family doctor. A family physician is often the first person a patient sees when seeking healthcare services. They examine and treat patients with a wide range of conditions and refer those with serious ailments to a specialist or appropriate facility.
Among his most notable achievements, Dr. Salazar has been recognized as one of the Top Physicians in the World of Internists & the Top Internist by the Leading Physicians of the World. He considers teaching others how to care for the elderly population to be the highlight of his career, and hopes to serve as the lead clinician of patient care at a geriatric clinic in the future.
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