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 NCH Healthcare System 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.

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

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.

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.

TRAINING AND 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.