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Come see the friendly staff at Jupiter Family Healthcare’s facility located in the heart of Jupiter in Abacoa. We strive to offer efficient care using state of the art electronic medical records with computers in every room and patient portal access so you can email and review your records from home or phone. Our goal at Jupiter Family Healthcare is to complete your family’s healthcare needs by providing assistance, understanding and a comfortable atmosphere upon each and every visit to our practice.

Dr. Richard A. DeLucia, Jr., MD, MBABoard Certified Family Physician

Dr. Richard DeLucia is a Board Certified Family Practice Physician who began his practice in Jupiter in 2000 and is the founder of Jupiter Family Healthcare. He graduated from of the University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Carolina’s Medical Center Family Practice Program, in Charlotte, North Carolina in 1998. Dr. DeLucia was the Chief of Family Medicine at Jupiter Medical Center from 2004-2008 and team physician for the Jupiter High School Varsity Football Team. Special interests includes pediatrics, adult and pediatric preventative care, medical weight loss and sports medicine. In his spare time, he once competed in triathlons and enjoys fishing, boating, snow skiing and traveling with his family.

Education / Training

Doctor of Medicine
University of Florida, May 1995

Masters in Business Administration,
specialty in Health Administration
Florida Atlantic University, May 2007

Bachelor of Science
University of Florida, May 1991

Dr. Kimala A. Harris, DOBoard Certified Family Physician

Originally from New York, Kimala A. Harris, DO is a Board Certified Family Practice Physician, and a graduate of Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in New York City, NY. Dr. Harris completed her family medicine training at Lakeside Medical Center’s Family Medicine Program in Belle Glade, FL in June 2019. She is excited to be in Jupiter and pleased to be a part of the Jupiter Family Healthcare team. Dr. Harris loves being a family doctor and enjoys caring for patients and families of all ages — from birth/neonates into adulthood and including women’s health. She now considers South Florida home. When she’s not working, she loves being at the beach, drawing and practicing yoga.

Education / Training

Family Medicine Residency 2019

Lakeside Medical Center, Belle Glade, FL

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine 2016

Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, NY

Bachelor of Arts in English Language Arts 1999

Hunter College, New York, NY

Amanda Lynn Cording, MSN, ARNP-BCNurse Practitioner

Amanda Cording, ARNP is a board certified family nurse practitioner who received her Bachelor and Master’s Degree from Florida Atlantic University and an Associated Science Degree in Respiratory Therapy from Palm Beach Community College. Amanda graduated with academic honors and is a member of Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing. Amanda has a strong background in plastic surgery and specializes in aesthetics. Amanda also is a Certified Biote Provider, specializing in hormone optimization and healthy aging. Amanda grew up in Jupiter and now resides in Jupiter Farms with her family. She enjoys horseback riding, working out, and watching her daughter play JTAA softball.

Education / Training

Masters of Science in Nursing
Florida Atlantic University, May, 2015

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Florida Atlantic University, May 2005

Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy
Palm Beach State College, May 1997

Melanie Hemmingsen, PA-CPhysician Assistant

Melanie Hemmingsen, PA-C, is a board certified Physician Assistant. She acquired her Bachelor’s of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She began an internship and worked with the pharmaceutical research industry while acquiring her Chemical Engineering degree before attending the military Interservice Physician Assistant Program with the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She earned a Bachelor’s in Allied Health Studies and a Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies with the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She began her Physician Assistant career in General/Internal Medicine while simultaneously practicing with the military in Trauma Medicine and Acute Care. Her professional interests include adult preventative care, chronic illness management, and orthopedics. Melanie is a Nebraska native but now relishes living in the Florida weather for staying active with her son. She enjoys traveling, fishing, archery, and working out.

Education / Training

Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2009

Bachelors of Science in Allied Health Studies
University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2008

Bachelors of Science in Chemical Engineering
University of Nebraska – Lincoln, 2007

Brandi M. Bivens, MSN, ARNP-CNurse Practitioner

Brandi Bivens is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner who received her Master’s Degree from South University in Royal Palm Beach, FL. Brandi graduated with academic honors and is a member of Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing. She is also a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the Nurse Practitioner Council of Palm Beach County. She began her nursing career as a Telemetry nurse at Baptist Medical Center South in Jacksonville, FL in 2011 and also worked as a Telemetry nurse at Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center. Her professional interests include both adult and pediatric preventative medicine and education. Brandi loves spending time with her husband and her dog. She enjoys the beach, boating, Florida Gator football and traveling.

Education / Training

Masters of Science in Nursing
South University, March 2017

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
University of Florida, May 2011

R. Sterling Hall MSN, ARNP-CNurse Practitioner

Sterling Hall ARNP, is a board-certified family nurse practitioner who received his Bachelor and Master’s Degree from Chamberlain University, where he graduated with honors and was inducted into the Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing. He has a Bachelor’s in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from Stetson University in 1990. His experience began as an RN working in Emergency Departments, and Intensive Care Units. Sterling feels most fortunate to have spent the last 23 years at Jupiter Medical Center in their Emergency Department, serving the community of Jupiter. He is originally from West Virginia and has been a resident of Jupiter Fl. since 1994. He enjoys spending time with his wife and family, including their multitude pets, boating, fishing, and working on the restoration of his antique car.

Education / Training

Master of Science in Nursing 2017
Chamberlain University

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Chamberlain University 2017

Bachelor of Business Administration
Stetson University 1990

Associate of Science in Nursing
Daytona Beach State University 1984

Russell J. Rocha, DNP, APRN, FNP-BCBoard Certified Family Nurse Practitioner

Russell Rocha is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner who obtained his Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Palm Beach Atlantic University. Russell graduated with his Bachelor’s in Business from the University of Florida and quickly discovered his passion for healthcare while on a medical mission trip to Costa Rica. As a Florida native, Russell is excited to be a part of Jupiter Family Healthcare and to serve the Jupiter community. His professional interests include preventative medicine, pediatrics, and patient education. While not in the office, Russell enjoys spending time with his wife and exploring the Jupiter area.

Education / Training:

Doctor of Nursing Practice
Palm Beach Atlantic University, Dec 2022

Masters of Science in Nursing
Palm Beach Atlantic University, May, 2021

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Palm Beach Atlantic University, May 2019

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
University of Florida, May 2010

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