Lake Wales Doctor Near Me - Medical Team

Dr. Ricardo Navarro

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Dr. Ricardo Navarro is a local Internal Medicine physician who practices medicine in his hometown of Lake Wales, Florida. Prior to completing his undergraduate degree from the University of Central Florida in Orlando, he worked as an Emergency Medicine Technician, as well as a Mental Health Associate at Winter Haven Hospital. He obtained his medical degree in Osteopathic Medicine from LECOM, Bradenton campus, where he solidified his foundation of the basic medical sciences and the principles of osteopathic medicine. After medical school, he completed his training in internal medicine at Bayonet Point Trauma Center in Hudson, Fl.

Throughout his education and training, Dr. Navarro came to understand that the human body is an intricate system with the amazing capability of healing itself under the right circumstances. It is his philosophy that the role of a physician is not to completely change the chemistry of an individual’s body with medications but rather to educate his patients on their disease process in an easy to understand manner. Dr. Navarro firmly believes that the ancient phrase " Let your food be your medicine and your medicine be your food" combined with today's evidence-based medicine can not only expand the human life span but increase the quality of life as well.

Jane G.

Care Manager

Jane is a native Floridan, born in Orlando and raised in Frostproof. She has been in healthcare for 49 years starting as a Nurse Assistant before becoming a LPN in 1974. In 1986 Jane obtained her RN degree. Prior to coming to Navarro Medical she worked at Advent Health Heart of Florida as a Nurse Case Manager. Previous working experience includes bedside nursing at Lake Wales Hospital, home health care and many roles in the medical practice of Dr Navarro’s father. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her son and his family (especially her four grandsons), genealogy, traveling, and crocheting.

Tonia G.

Referrals Coordinator

Born and raised in Florida Tonia started her health care Career in North Pole Alaska where she was a tutor for mentally challenged kids in highschool. Her travels took her to Hendersonville NC where she spent the next 30 years increasing her skills and experience in the healthcare field. Tonia recently moved back home to Florida and although she is not hands-on with patients , 33 years later she is still in the medical field .In her off time she spends it with her fur baby that was rescued from being abused, and enjoys filming sunrises and sunsets,or just being outdoors with family and friends cooking out and enjoying the fresh air.

Wonda “Beth” Burgess

Nurse Practitioner

Wonda “Beth” Burgess is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner who graduated from the University of South Florida. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care, taking the time to truly listen and understand each individual’s needs. Beth believes that quality healthcare goes beyond treatment—it’s about building meaningful, lasting relationships with her patients and supporting them through every stage of their health journey.

With a strong commitment to excellence and a genuine passion for helping others, Beth strives to create a welcoming and comfortable environment where patients feel heard, respected, and cared for. Her approach combines clinical expertise with a personal touch, ensuring that every patient receives thoughtful, individualized attention.

Outside of her professional life, Beth enjoys spending quality time with her family, embracing the outdoors, and sharing her love for Jesus.