Walter Xavier Zavala-Salas PA PA-C, MD(ec)

Summary

• Walter Xavier Zavala-Salas, MD (Ec), RPA-C
  
  Dr. Walter Zavala is a seasoned medical professional with over 27 years of clinical experience in Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, and Preventive Care. He earned his medical degree from the Facultad de Ciencias Médicas at the Universidad de Guayaquil in Ecuador. He later completed his Physician Associate degree at the CUNY School of Medicine in 2012. He is a licensed Advanced Medical Provider in the state of New York.
  
  Dr. Zavala specializes in metabolic health with a particular focus on obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. He combines evidence-based traditional medicine with holistic strategies to deliver personalized, patient-centered care. He holds a Certificate of Advanced Education in Obesity Medicine and is an active member of both the Obesity Medicine Association and the Obesity Action Coalition. His expertise in clinical nutrition enables him to develop tailored dietary interventions that improve outcomes and help prevent obesity-related conditions, including certain types of cancer.
  
  A dedicated educator and mentor, Dr. Zavala served as Associate Professor of Anatomy at the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education (CCNY), where he helped train the next generation of healthcare professionals. He also participates in international medical missions, providing care to underserved populations.
  
  Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Zavala is committed to advancing public health through comprehensive, lifestyle-based approaches and ongoing medical education.