Good health begins long before you step into a doctor’s office—it begins on your plate. What we eat influences every system in the body, from our heart and metabolism to our immune response and mental well-being. Yet in today’s fast-paced world, maintaining a balanced, nourishing diet can feel like an uphill battle. That’s where professional … Read More
The new year brings lots of changes and happiness in the life of all individuals. The most important thing that associates with a new year is resolution. Everyone makes some new year resolutions that they try to achieve during the year. People are making different types of the new year resolutions, such as – financial … Read More
Board Certified Physician
Dr. Alex Kim, M.D. is our medical director with a clinical focus in weight loss and weight management care
We are proud to have Dr. Kim as our medical director. His undergraduate study at the prestigious Ivy League, Cornell University, Ithaca NY, was followed by New Jersey Medical School, and advanced training in General Surgery and Vascular Surgery. He is a highly sought out vein specialist in the Valley, known for his excellent results and warm attentive bedside manner. When he is not helping patients have healthier circulation, Dr. Kim enjoys running and weight lifting, and spending quality time with his two sons.
Dr. Alex Kim, M.D. is our medical director with a clinical focus in weight loss and weight management care
We are proud to have Dr. Kim as our medical director. His undergraduate study at the prestigious Ivy League, Cornell University, Ithaca NY, was followed by New Jersey Medical School, and advanced training in General Surgery and Vascular Surgery. He is a highly sought out vein specialist in the Valley, known for his excellent results and warm attentive bedside manner. When he is not helping patients have healthier circulation, Dr. Kim enjoys running and weight lifting, and spending quality time with his two sons.
Board Certified Physician
The following information will be of interest to weight loss surgery patients.
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Charles has a passion for showing grace where it is not often shown and stewarding his gifts in a way that positively impacts those around him. He received his training to be a Family Nurse Practitioner from Grand Canyon University after five-years of experience as a registered nurse in the valley. Native of Chicago, Illinois, Charles has a wide array of experience working in different modalities of medicine ranging from telemetry, emergency room, observation, ortho-trauma, med-surg, and behavioral health. He uses his experiences in hospital leadership to create quality metrics, workflows, and systems that ensure positive patient outcomes.
De La Riva is a devoted Christian, family-man, and athlete outside of work. He enjoys spending time with his son and creating an environment that his son can thrive in with the help of the amazing mom of the household. The De La Riva family often hikes, mountain bikes, travels, and serves their community. Charles is looking forward to the completion of his doctoral studies.
“Being able to help my clients be the healthiest they can be is a cherished blessing that I am thankful to have the opportunity to do,” said De La Riva. “I believe evidenced-based practice and teamwork will ultimately create the best outcomes for clients. I value the opportunity to be a part of an esteemed organization like Laser Vascular Center and I am confident that our team is the best equipped to get the job done”. With a warm smile ear to ear, Charles invites new clients to make an appointment today.
Internist, Primary and Acute Care
Dr. Hensler’s expertise encompasses areas of Mens Health and Well Woman Care, Adolescent, Hospice/ Palliative, and Addiction Medicine, Medical Weight Loss, and Medical Aesthetics, as well as traditional Internal Medicine management of multiple and chronic medical conditions including Geriatric Care.
Medical School
Ross University School of Medicine
Residency
VA Medical Center
Providence Hospital
Scranton – Temple Residency Program
Internship
New York Medical College
