Meet The Team
Dr. Carlos Quintero
For nearly two decades, Dr. Carlos Quintero has cared for some of the most medically complex patients in Southwest Florida—at the bedside, in the hospital, and through leadership roles shaping how care is delivered. His approach has always been grounded in listening, clarity, and thoughtful, personalized care—treating the whole person, not just a diagnosis.
As a board-certified internal medicine physician, Dr. Quintero spent nearly 20 years at Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) caring for hospitalized patients with multiple medical conditions and guiding patients and families through critical decisions with compassion and precision. He became known for taking the time to explain, coordinate, and advocate—ensuring patients and their families felt informed, supported, and never rushed.
While he has held numerous leadership roles throughout his career, Dr. Quintero’s true passion has always remained direct patient care. His deep understanding of the healthcare system allows him to anticipate needs, prevent gaps in care, and seamlessly coordinate with specialists—removing stress and confusion for his patients.
Today, through EverWell Precision Health, Dr. Quintero brings this same high-level, attentive care into a personalized concierge model. His focus is on prevention, precision medicine, and long-term wellness, offering unhurried visits, proactive care plans, and a trusted physician partner who truly knows each patient.
Catalina is a certified holistic health and wellness coach with over a decade of experience guiding individuals toward sustainable, long-term health. She specializes in lifestyle-based strategies that support metabolic health, hormone balance, stress management, sleep quality, and overall vitality.
With a unique background that blends science-based wellness education and real-world implementation, Catalina works closely alongside physicians to help patients translate medical recommendations into daily habits that feel realistic and achievable.
Her approach is personalized, practical, and compassionate—focused on helping patients feel more energized, balanced, and confident in their health choices. Each consultation is tailored to the individual, with an emphasis on prevention, longevity, and whole-person well-being.
Catalina believes that true wellness is built through consistency, education, and supportive guidance, and she is passionate about helping patients create routines that enhance both health and quality of life.
The Quintero Family
Mrs. Catalina Quintero
Carlos has been married for nearly 20 years to his wife, Catalina, whom he met in New Orleans, Louisiana, while completing his medical residency. Catalina, originally from Colombia, shares Carlos’s deep appreciation for family, culture, and community — values that shape both their home life and his approach to patient care.
Together, they are the proud parents of three wonderful children: Sofia (17), Nico (16), and Santi (13). Their home is active, lively, and filled with the energy of teenagers balancing school, sports, and family time.
They also share their lives with two lovable dogs: Coco, an 8-year-old Maltese with a big personality, and Luna, their playful 1-year-old mini Goldendoodle who keeps everyone on their toes.
Outside of medicine and his children’s sporting events, Carlos is deeply committed to spending meaningful time with his family. Whether it’s sharing meals, traveling, or simply enjoying a quiet evening together, family remains the center of his life.
Dr. Quintero believes the best medicine begins with connection—and that exceptional care happens when patients feel seen, heard, and cared for at every step.
Leadership, Accomplishments and Impact at NCH
During his tenure at NCH Healthcare System, Dr. Quintero played a central role in clinical care, physician leadership, quality improvement, and medical education:
Spent nearly 20 years as a hospitalist, caring for thousands of medically complex patients.
Founded and grew the NCH hospitalist program from a single physician to more than 50 providers.
Served in multiple senior leadership roles, including:
Chair of the Department of Medicine
Chair, Practitioner Excellence Committee (peer review oversight)Chief Quality Officer
Medical Director, Center for Perioperative Optimization
Chief Physician Integration Officer
As Chief Quality Officer, Dr. Quintero led multidisciplinary teams that significantly reduced patient harm events—including infections and hospital-acquired injuries—while improving patient experience and safety. As Chief Physician Integration Officer, he helped integrate physicians, residents, and fellows into medical staff governance and quality infrastructure, including new specialty programs such as HSS at NCH and the Rooney Heart Institute.
He also developed and led educational initiatives for physicians and advanced practice providers focused on healthcare finance, documentation, reimbursement, and value-based care—helping clinicians better navigate an increasingly complex healthcare system.
Recognitions
Dr. Quintero has been recognized with multiple peer (and nurse) nominated honors, including:
Physician of the Year
Carl Liebert Quality Award
Nurse Partnership Award
Physician–Nurse Partnership Award
PRC Physician Leadership Award (Nationally Recognized)
These experiences provided him with a rare, system-wide understanding of quality, safety, efficiency, and high-reliability healthcare—insight he now brings directly to his patients.
Training + Background
Dr. Quintero was born and raised in Panama in the Canal Zone, an experience that shaped his global perspective and cultural awareness.
He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a minor in International Management from the Boston University School of Management and lived in France on two occasions, including a professional internship with Xerox France. He later completed a Health Careers Diploma at Harvard University Extension School before earning his medical degree from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine in Puerto Rico.
Dr. Quintero completed his internal medicine residency at the Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana, followed by an additional year as Chief Medical Resident. He is fluent in English, Spanish, and French, allowing him to provide culturally competent care to a diverse and international patient population.
Community Involvement
Dr. Quintero is deeply committed to both community service and physician education.
He has served on the Graduate Medical Education (GME) Committee for nearly a decade, helping oversee the strategic growth and development of NCH’s residency and fellowship programs, which now include dozens of residents and fellows across multiple specialties.
He has served on multiple nonprofit and civic boards, including:
Greater Naples Little League
Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) School Board
Collier County Rural Health Network Board
He also volunteers at the neighborhood health clinic and has a longstanding interest in improving access to care for underserved Hispanic communities in Eastern Collier County.
