Dr. Ovidiu Ghita has joined CenterWell as a board-certified internal medicine physician specializing in geriatric medicine. After obtaining his bachelors degree from Portland State University in Portland, Oregon, Dr. Ghita earned his medical degree from Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012. He completed an internal medicine residency in 2015 and served as a hospitalist at Fairfield Medical Center in Lancaster, Ohio. He later performed a geriatric fellowship at Broward Health Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, from 2016 to 2017. Before joining CenterWell in 2023, Dr. Ghita owned Sano Medical in Knoxville, Tennessee, and previously worked at Internal Medicine Associates of South Florida. Dr. Ghitas affinity for treating seniors stems from his early experiences, starting from working as a certified nurse assistant (CNA) while a student in high school. His philosophy of care emphasizes treating patients with respect, dignity, and compassion while empowering them to participate actively in their well-being. This patient-centered approach aligns perfectly with CenterWells values of exceptional care for older adults. Dr. Ghita chose a medical career because of his passion for helping others and serving his community. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, attending church, and going fishing.