
Walter Xavier Zavala-Salas PA MD(ec)
Internal/ Preventive Medicine Practitioner/ Lifestyle Medicine/ Obesity Medicine Counselor/Clinical Preceptor/ NYC Board of Education Teacher
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P O Box 666Bronx, NY 10453
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Summary
- Walter Xavier Zavala-Salas, MD (Ec), RPA-C.
Dr. Zavala is an accomplished Medical Doctor specializing in Internal Medicine. He earned his medical degree from Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad de Guayaquil in Ecuador and later obtained his Physician Associate degree from The CUNY School of Medicine in 2012. He holds an Advanced Medical Provider license in New York State and has over 27 years of experience in Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, and Preventive Care.
With a strong focus on metabolic health, Dr. Zavala integrates traditional medicine with holistic approaches, specializing in obesity management, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. He holds a Certificate of Advanced Education in Obesity Medicine and is an active member of the Obesity Medicine Association and Obesity Action Coalition. His expertise in clinical nutrition allows him to design personalized meal plans to improve patient outcomes and prevent obesity-related conditions, including cancer.
Dedicated to medical education, Dr. Zavala served as an Associate Anatomy Professor at Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, CCNY, mentoring future healthcare providers. His commitment extends beyond the classroom, as he actively participates in international medical missions, bringing care to underserved communities.
Bilingual in English and Spanish, Dr. Zavala is deeply committed to evidence-based, patient-centered care. His expertise in obesity and lifestyle medicine ensures a comprehensive approach to improving health outcomes while advancing medical education and public health initiatives.
Certifications & Licensure
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certified Physician Assistant
- American Medical TechnologistsRegistered Medical Assistant
- American Medical TechnologistsRegistered Phlebotimist Technician
- New York State Education DepartmentPrivate Career School Teacher Full License
- Obesity Medical AssociationCertificate of Advanced Education in Obesity
- Universidad Estatal de Guayaquil, Facutad de Ciencias MedicasDoctor in Medicine & Surgery
Education & Training
- Northeast College of Health SciencesMSACN, Nutrition , 2021
- City College of New YorkPhysician Assistant, 2012
- Universidad De Guayaquil - Facultad de Ciencias MedicasMD, Medicine & Surgery, 1989 - 1998
Professional Memberships
- Fellow
- Member
- American Medical TechnologistsMember
- New York State Society of Physician AssistantsMember
- Obesity Medical AssociationMember
Publications & Presentations
Other Languages
- Spanish, French
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