About

Patient-centered care, built for long-term health

MARPER PLCC provides primary care, wellness/functional medicine, and weight loss support—delivered with clinical expertise, clear communication, and a plan you can follow.

Our mission

Care that listens first

We believe great medicine starts with understanding your story. Our approach is thorough, respectful, and focused on what matters most to you—your health goals, your concerns, and your day-to-day life.

From preventive screenings to chronic condition management and wellness optimization, we partner with you to make decisions with confidence and create sustainable habits that support long-term wellbeing.

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How we work

A clear plan, tailored to you

Expect a thoughtful evaluation, evidence-based recommendations, and a care plan that fits your lifestyle. We prioritize education and follow-up so you always know what’s next and why it matters.

Our values

What you can expect at every visit

Respectful, unrushed visits

We take the time to listen, explain options, and answer questions.

Whole-person perspective

We consider lifestyle, nutrition, stress, sleep, and medical history together.

Evidence-based decisions

Recommendations are grounded in clinical standards and your individual needs.

Ongoing support

Follow-ups and adjustments help you stay on track between visits.

Meet the team

A dedicated care team focused on primary care, wellness/functional medicine, and weight loss support. (Provider bios can be updated anytime as details are finalized.)

Maria Perea MD

Physician and CEO

Maria Perea

Dr. Maria Perea Barbosa, M.D., is a board-certified internal medicine physician certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She completed her internal medicine residency at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center, affiliated with Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City. Dr. Perea Barbosa earned her medical degree from Universidad Libre de Colombia in Barranquilla.

Prior to relocating to South Florida, Dr. Perea Barbosa practiced in outpatient primary care, hospitalist, and urgent care settings throughout New York, Ohio, and Central Florida. Early in her medical career, she recognized obesity as a major underlying cause of many chronic diseases commonly treated in internal medicine. This realization inspired her to dedicate her practice to obesity medicine and preventive healthcare, helping patients achieve healthier lifestyles and improve their overall well-being.

Dr. Perea Barbosa is known for her compassionate, patient-focused approach and her strong commitment to medical excellence. She strives to provide personalized care that empowers patients to take an active role in their health.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Perea Barbosa enjoys outdoor activities, spending time with her family, traveling, exercising, and dancing.

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Karin Fabra
Director of Operations

Karin Fabra

Karin Fabra Gómez is a highly accomplished healthcare operations leader with over 19 years of experience in the medical field. She brings extensive expertise in managing, scaling, and optimizing multi-site medical practices, with a proven track record of overseeing complex healthcare operations at a high level.

Throughout her career, Karin has successfully directed and supported teams of more than 58 healthcare providers while simultaneously supervising operations across over 27 medical offices. Her leadership is defined by strong organizational strategy, operational efficiency, and a deep understanding of the healthcare business landscape.

Ms Fabra is known for her results-driven mindset and hands-on leadership style, Karin is committed to improving patient access, patient’s care and strengthening provider networks along with ensuring that medical practices operate at the highest standard of excellence and compliance.

Linda Gomez

Aestetician

Linda Gomez

Linda Gomez is a licensed esthetician and certified cosmiatrist with over 10 years of experience in the aesthetics and wellness field. She holds formal training in Facial and Body Cosmiatry, Integral Cosmetology, and Medical Assistance, with extensive hands-on expertise in advanced skincare and body treatments.

Linda specializes in body contouring, wood therapy, lymphatic drainage, and post-operative care, providing personalized treatments designed to enhance recovery, improve results, and promote overall well-being.

She is known for her attention to detail, patient-centered approach, and commitment to delivering safe, effective, and results-driven treatments that enhance each patient’s natural beauty.

Rachel Soria

Medical Assistant and Weight Management Coach

Weight Management Coach

Rachel is a Weight Loss Coordinator whor provides personalized guidance and structured support to help patients achieve safe, sustainable weight‑management goals. They assist with assessments, track progress, coordinate nutrition and lifestyle plans, and ensure patients receive the education and encouragement needed throughout their journey. By working closely with provider, she help create a comprehensive, medically guided approach to long‑term wellness

Isabella Valdes
Medical Assistant and Patient Care Coordinator

Medical Assistant

Our Medical Assistants provide essential clinical and administrative support to ensure every patient receives efficient, compassionate care. Isabella guides patients through every step of their healthcare journey. They manage scheduling, communication, follow‑ups, and care plan coordination while ensuring patients feel informed, supported, and valued

Mireili Maquilon

Practice Administrator

Our Practice Administrator oversees the daily operations of the medical practice to ensure every patient receives efficient, high‑quality care. They manage staffing, scheduling, compliance, budgeting, and workflow optimization while supporting providers and maintaining a smooth, organized environment. With strong leadership and operational expertise, they ensure the practice runs effectively, professionally, and with a focus on exceptional patient service.

What patients say

Real experiences that reflect our commitment to attentive, high-quality care.

★★★★★

“I felt heard from the first visit. The plan was clear, and follow-up was easy.”

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Patient

Primary care visit

★★★★★

“They took time to explain my labs and helped me set realistic wellness goals.”

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Patient

Wellness consultation

★★★★★

“Supportive, practical, and encouraging. I finally feel confident about my progress.”

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Patient

Weight management program

Book an appointment to discuss your goals and the best next steps for your health. In-person visits in Coral Springs and telehealth options available.

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1401 N University Dr Suite 305, Coral Springs, FL 33071