Dr. Marlow Hernandez

CEO of Soran Health

Dr. Marlow Hernandez is a physician-executive who has dedicated more than 15 years to improving value-based healthcare throughout the United States. His professional path reflects a steady commitment to combining clinical medicine with structured system development. By remaining active in patient care while leading healthcare organizations, he has improved measurable outcomes, expanded access to services, and built sustainable models of care. His efforts have supported coordinated healthcare delivery for hundreds of thousands of patients nationwide.

A clear and consistent commitment defines his professional philosophy: “We do not turn patients away.” This principle has guided the organizations he has founded and led. He has focused on integrating primary care with specialty services and advanced analytics to deliver proactive, personalized treatment. Rather than viewing data as theoretical information, he uses it as a practical clinical tool to identify risk, guide early intervention, and strengthen long-term outcomes. Throughout his leadership roles, he has emphasized increasing access for underserved and disadvantaged communities to improve health equity.

Engineering a Mission: A Sacred Vow and Systems Design

Born in Cienfuegos, Cuba, and raised in the Miami area, Hernandez immigrated to the United States in 1993. During his early years, he witnessed the effects of fragmented healthcare systems and unequal access to medical services. These challenges directly affected his family, especially his grandmother, whose complicated diabetes required close monitoring but often received inconsistent care. At five years old, he promised her that he would become a physician and help her. That childhood promise became the foundation of his professional mission.

As he advanced in his education and medical training, he recognized that meaningful improvement in healthcare required more than individual patient encounters. He concluded that systemic change was necessary to transform care for entire populations. To prepare for this responsibility, he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience from the University of Miami and a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from Nova Southeastern University. He completed his postgraduate medical training at the Cleveland Clinic Florida. He later became a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and a Diplomate of the American Board of Venous & Lymphatic Medicine. In addition, he earned the distinction of Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP). These qualifications reflect his continued dedication to clinical standards and professional integrity.

Beyond the Promise: Life Saving Population Health

Drawing upon his combined credentials as a DO, MPH, and MBA, he founded Cano Health to deliver coordinated, value-based primary care. Beginning as a single clinic, the organization expanded under his leadership into a nationally recognized healthcare platform generating $3 billion in revenue and serving 400,000 members. During this period, Inc. magazine recognized it as the fastest-growing primary care network in the U.S. for two consecutive years. Most notably, it achieved a 60% sustained reduction in patient mortality during the COVID-19 pandemic.

These outcomes were validated through peer-reviewed research published in the American Journal of Managed Care (AJMC). The organization also maintained a Five-Star quality rating for 5 straight years, as reported by major health organizations, including Humana and United Healthcare. Additionally, his teams successfully developed and scaled a business initiative under the inaugural CMS direct contracting entity, now known as ACO REACH, increasing revenue from $0 to nearly $1.0 billion within two years. These milestones demonstrated a structured approach to aligning quality performance with operational growth.

In 2023, Dr. Marlow chose to leave the company after determining that he could no longer effectively serve patients within that corporate environment. Broader disruptions in the healthcare industry during 2024, including those impacting CareMax, Clinical Care, and Miami Beach Medical, highlighted systemic challenges within the sector. Following his departure, Cano Health reorganized as a private entity in June 2024 and continues operating as a primary care provider in Florida.

Architecting the Future: Predictive Acuity and the Alma AI Shield

After this transition, he focused on advancing the integration of clinical practice and predictive technology. He co-founded Soran Health and serves as its Chief Executive Officer. The organization operates under the message “El cuidado que su familia merece” (The care your family deserves). It provides senior-focused healthcare services in Nevada, including locations on Tropicana Ave in Las Vegas and in North Las Vegas.

At Soran Health, Marlow Hernandez implemented the 48-Hour Guarantee, ensuring patients are seen within 48 hours. A central innovation in this stage has been Alma AI, a proprietary platform developed to predict a patient’s risk of 30-day hospitalization with over 90% accuracy in empirical testing. Recognizing that more than 60% of significant healthcare events occur between scheduled doctor visits, the organization applies continuous predictive monitoring to identify risk early. This approach allows timely outreach and intervention, helping to reduce preventable hospital admissions.

Clinical Integrity: An Exemplary Record of Front-Line Care

In addition to executive leadership, he remains active in clinical practice as a vascular specialist. He holds active and unrestricted medical licenses in Florida and Nevada. He believes that effective healthcare leadership must remain grounded in direct patient care. During consultations, he often asks patients what they would like to accomplish in the next six months that their current health condition prevents them from doing. This reflects his belief that medical care should restore independence and support meaningful daily living.

Dr. Marlow refers to senior patients as “Heroes,” recognizing their contributions to their communities. Throughout his career, he has provided charitable medical services to uninsured and indigent individuals, sometimes personally absorbing financial costs to ensure that resources do not determine access to care. His commitment has also extended to public emergencies, including providing domestic hurricane relief and personally treating patients during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Purpose Beyond the Clinic: Faith, Advocacy, and Global Impact

Beyond his clinical and executive responsibilities, he has maintained long-standing involvement in faith-based and charitable initiatives. For more than 20 years, he has supported local churches, the Christian Children’s Fund, and organizations that provide school feeding programs. He has publicly spoken against oppressive regimes, including the one in Cuba, and has supported efforts such as Blue Square Alliance Against Hate in opposing antisemitism.

He is a founding member of the Board of Trustees of the Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine (OCOM), where he mentors future physicians and supports the graduation of hundreds of doctors annually. He has authored more than a dozen scientific articles and has contributed to more than 60 medical conferences. In recognition of civic accomplishments, he was presented with a United States Capitol flag and received a lifetime achievement award from the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Guided by his enduring principle that patients should never be turned away, Dr. Marlow Hernandez continues to dedicate his career to strengthening healthcare systems and expanding access for vulnerable populations.