DOCAMED

DOCAMED is a multi-specialty medical complex in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Established in 2026, it operates through 21 specialized departments and dedicated outpatient clinics. The complex uses a unit-based model, so diagnostics and treatment happen in one location.

Recognitions and Medical Expertise

The facility is certified by the Ministerio de Salud Pública of the Dominican Republic. Its medical team includes 27 doctors across various clinical areas. Notable specialists have received international honors. Dr. Ricardo Domingo earned a gold medal certification in bariatric and metabolic surgery at a world congress.

The medical staff participates in global clinical research and training. Specialists presented a study on antimicrobial stewardship at IDWeek 2026. This research focused on protocols within neonatal intensive care units. Doctors also contribute to national events like the Dominican Congress of Otorhinolaryngology.

Specialized Medical Units

DOCAMED organizes its primary services into four flagship units. Each focuses on a specific medical direction with dedicated specialists.

Oncology and Hematology (ONCO5)

The ONCO5 unit provides chemotherapy and specialized cancer care. Led by Dr. Benis Gonzalez Frias, the team treats common cancer types. Services include clinical oncology consultations and oncologic surgery. The unit offers both outpatient chemotherapy and inpatient hospital care. Clinical psychology support is part of the treatment pathway.

Fertility and Reproductive Medicine (UEFIV)

The UEFIV unit has operated for over 20 years. It manages infertility cases using various reproductive technologies:

• In vitro fertilization (IVF)
• Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)
• Artificial insemination
• Hysteroscopy and laparoscopic surgery

The unit includes a dedicated cervical pathology section for diagnostic care. It also has its own clinical laboratory for rapid testing.

Bariatric and Metabolic Care (COCIB)

The COCIB unit manages obesity through surgical and non-surgical methods. Options include the intragastric balloon and bariatric surgery. The program provides long-term support through nutritional guidance and group therapy. Patients can also access reconstructive surgery after significant weight loss.

Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)

The ENT department treats conditions of the ear, nose, and throat. Dr. Yuderka Santana Méndez focuses on rhinology and sleep disorders. The unit provides otoneurological assessments for vertigo and hearing loss. Procedures cover common issues such as chronic sinusitis and sleep apnea.

Diagnostic Technologies and Imaging

The IMADI unit is the primary imaging center for the complex. It provides diagnostic tools and image-guided interventions. Services include sonography, digital mammography, and Doppler color imaging. Specialists also use densitometry to assess bone density for metabolic evaluations.

IMADI performs several minimally invasive diagnostic procedures:

• Sonography-guided biopsies
• Fine-needle aspiration (FNA)
• Percutaneous drainage
• Tumor lesion marking

These tools allow precise tissue sampling without major surgical incisions.

Patient Safety and Support Services

DOCAMED follows international protocols for patient identification and clinical hygiene. The facility conducts regular emergency response drills, including national earthquake evacuation simulations. Surgical patients receive detailed pre-anesthesia guidance on fasting and medication management. After procedures, the clinic provides physiotherapy to assist functional recovery.