Meet Our Healthcare Providers
At Legacy MD Medical Group, our dedicated providers are your trusted partners on the journey to better health. With compassionate care, personalized treatment plans, and a commitment to your well-being, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Experience quality healthcare you can rely on—because your health is our legacy.
Dr. John Strong, MD
Family Medicine
Dr. John Strong is a board certified family practice doctor in El Centro. Dr. John Strong has over 38 years of experience in the field of medicine. He graduated from Washington University School Of Medicine with his medical degree in 1979. He also served in the US Air force as a physician from 1979 to 1989.
Dr. Tien Vo, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Vo is a an Internal Medicine Physician that has 11 plus years of experience doing hospitalist work as well as managing patients for the hospital clinic. He entered Medical School in 2000 at Ross University School of Medicine and completed his Residency in 2007 at Brooklyn Hospital Center in New York. He was also trained in Aesthetic medicine by the American Board of Aesthetic Medicine.
Dr. James Kohan, MD
Pulmonary Medicine and Sleep Medicine
Dr. James Kohan attended and graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1979 and did his fellowship in Pulmonary Disease and Sleep Medicine at the University of Rochester, NY in 1984. Having over 39 years of diverse experience, he treat an ailments of lungs and respiratory illnesses that includes: Asthma, Bronchitis, Emphysema, Pneumonia, Post-Covid 19, Chronic Cough, Sleep Medicine, Pulmonary Turberculosis, Obstructive Sleep apnea, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
Dr. Juan Velazquez, MD
Family Medicine
Dr. Velazquez is a specialist in family medicine and graduated from the Ponce School of Medicine in 1991
Dr. Bryant Nguyen, MD
Dr. Bryant Nguyen is a cardiologist who has extensive experience in treating advanced heart disease and heart failure. He specializes in hypertension management, heart arrhythmias, cholesterol management, congestive heart failure, peripheral artery disease, coronary artery disease, palpitations, strokes & emboli, pacemaker check, atrial fibrillation, cardiomyopathy, atherosclerosis.
Dr. Rafid Asfar, MD
Rheumatology
Dr. Asfar is a rheumatology specialist with extensive experience in diagnose and treat Rheumatoid Arthritis, Autoimmune Diseases, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Sjogren Syndrome, Psoriatic Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Scleroderma, Lyme Disease, Fibromyalgia, Myositis, Lupus and Gout
Dr. Michael Rutman, DO
Internal Medicine
Dr. Michael Rutman, DO is an internal medicine specialist and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field.
Dr. Anh Vo, DO
Dr. Anh R. Vo is an Internal Medicine specialist with many years of experience.
Dr. Laurence Cooper, MD
Ophthalmology
Dr. Lawrence Cooper, MD is an ophthalmologist and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine in 1973. He received his medical degree from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Cooper has expertise in treating glaucoma surgery, cataract, glaucoma, among other conditions.
Christian Romero, FNP
Family Medicine
Joanna Falcon, FNP
Jhoana Tovar, FNP
Family Medicine
Venus Nguyen, FNP
Steven Hernandez, FNP
Javier Lopez, FNP
Family Medicine
Mona Lisa Ruiz FNP
Duc Nguyen, DPM
Melissa Saez FMT
Begin your Professional Journey with us
Legacy MD Medical Group is always seeking qualified professionals who are passionate about making a difference in healthcare. If you are dedicated, compassionate, and committed to excellence, we invite you to join our team. Together, we can provide exceptional care and create a lasting impact in our community.