Dr. Julio Cesar Defillo Draiby, MD

Dr. Julio Defillo Draiby is an internal medicine physician who specializes in geriatric medicine, focusing on the comprehensive care of older adults. He earned his medical degree from Instituto Tecnológico De Santo Domingo (Intec) Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud and completed his residency training at the prestigious Yale University School of Medicine. With 23 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Draiby brings extensive knowledge to his practice caring for aging patients and their complex health needs. He is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Draiby maintains affiliations with several respected healthcare institutions, including Thomas H Corey VA Medical Center, Good Samaritan Medical Center, Saint Marys Medical Center, Kent Hospital, HCA Florida JFK North Hospital, and Providence VA Medical Center, with his primary practice location in West Palm Beach, Florida. His clinical expertise includes …treating dementia and Alzheimer's disease, conditions that significantly impact older adults and their families. He also manages chronic kidney disease, a common concern among aging patients. Dr. Draiby incorporates rehabilitative approaches into patient care, including physical therapy and strength training programs designed to help patients maintain mobility and independence as they age.