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Introducing the
CareMedica Elite Team

Our philosophy of care follows a whole-team approach, where the health and well-being of every member are closely monitored and supported by the entire CareMedica Elite team – renowned physicians, specialists, nurses, and concierge staff.

CareMedica Elite
Florida

Our Florida office, nestled in beautiful Palm Beach Gardens, is home to a dedicated team of experienced medical professionals. Trust our experts to provide exceptional care tailored to your evolving health needs.

CAREMEDICA ELITE | PHYSICIAN

Amalinette Zito, MD

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Highly accomplished physician with degrees from Boston College & Tulane University, accomplished her Chief Residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Miami.

CAREMEDICA ELITE | PHYSICIAN

Leon Uribe, MD

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Highly accomplished physician with Medicine Residency from the University of Tennessee, with a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Texas Health Science Center.

CAREMEDICA ELITE | APRN

Cate DuBois, APRN

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Advanced practice registered (APRN) with a nursing degree from Barry University and a specialization in Family Medicine during her graduate studies at CSU Long Beach.

CareMedica Elite
Connecticut

Our Connecticut office, conveniently located in North Haven, is home to a skilled team of dedicated medical professionals. Count on our experts to deliver exceptional, personalized care for your evolving health needs.

CAREMEDICA ELITE | PHYSICIAN

Renu Bazaz-Kapoor, MD

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Highly accomplished physician with a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Psychobiology from Wellesley College and a Doctorate Degree of Osteopathic Medicine from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine.

CAREMEDICA ELITE | PHYSICIAN

Randolph Ramirez, MD

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Highly accomplished physician with over 28 years of experience, once serving as chief medical officer on a rural Indian Reservation in Montana and then managing a private practice for over 18 years.

CAREMEDICA ELITE | CLINICAL CONCIERGE

Janine Koukos

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A dedicated member of the CareMedica Group since its inception in 2008, Janine Koukos brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in clinical assistance and patient care –– Janine is a favorite amongst members.

CareMedica Elite
Concierge Staff

At CareMedica Elite, we prioritize complete, white-glove service. Our concierge specialists are here to assist with coordination, event planning, accessing benefits, and any other needs you may have.

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

Michael A. Ruotolo

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Michael Ruotolo graduated from the University of Massachusetts Boston in 2021 with a degree in Communications Studies.

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR

Paolo Persichetti

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Paolo has a certification in Nutrition, Metabolic Syndrome, and Vitamins & Supplements from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).

EXECUTIVE CLINICAL CONCIERGE

Nichole Criss

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Nichole Criss collaborates across all departments to ensure a seamless experience for members, assisting with intake, onboarding, and on-call services.

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FOUNDER & MEDICAL DIRECTOR

Fausto Petruzziello, MD

Dr. Fausto Petruzziello, a distinguished physician with expertise in medicine and surgery, founded the CareMedica Elite concierge program to offer personalized, patient-focused primary care. He sets the protocols and standards of advanced medicine, ensuring every member benefits from a whole-team approach led by him and the Elite clinical team.

A summa cum laude graduate of La Sapienza University in Rome, Italy, Dr. Petruzziello completed a General Surgery research fellowship at Tufts University and currently serves as an Associate Professor of Medicine at Yale School of Medicine.

Have Questions? We Have Answers.

Fausto Petruzziello, MD

Founder, Primary Care Physician

Connecticut & Florida

Osama Kandalaft, MD

Primary Care Physician

Connecticut

Leon Camilo Uribe, MD

Primary Care Physician

Florida

Renu Bazaz-Kapoor, DO

Primary Care Physician

Connecticut

Randolph Ramirez, MD

Primary Care Physician

Connecticut

Janine Koukos

Executive Clinical Coordinator

Connecticut & Florida

Sue Torelli

Executive Practice Administrator

Connecticut & Florida

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