Meet
Vida Wellness Family
Founder
Hector Roman is the founder and owner of Vida Wellness, bringing more than 30 years of experience in healthcare, emergency medicine, and patient care to his mission of helping others achieve optimal health.
As a Registered Nurse, Paramedic, military veteran, and healthcare leader, Hector has dedicated his career to serving others in some of the most demanding environments. Born in Puerto Rico, he is proud of his heritage and chose to establish Vida Wellness in Puerto Rico as a way to give back to the community that helped shape him.
Our personalized wellness and FDA-approved weight management programs are thoughtfully designed for those who seek more than just results—they seek control, longevity, and a refined approach to well-being.
Learn more about the Founder
Today, he combines his extensive medical background with a passion for preventive and integrative wellness, offering evidence-based therapies that help patients improve their quality of life, increase energy, and achieve lasting results.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, Hector is committed to making high-quality, personalized healthcare accessible to a diverse community.
What makes Hector’s approach unique is that he is not only the owner of Vida Wellness—he is also one of its success stories.
After embarking on his own health journey, Hector lost more than 50 pounds by embracing a healthier lifestyle and incorporating many of the same wellness strategies offered at Vida Wellness.
His personal transformation reinforced his belief that true health is about more than treating symptoms; it’s about addressing the root causes and creating sustainable habits for lifelong wellness.
Hector is passionate about helping every client discover personalized, alternative approaches to achieving better health because he knows firsthand that lasting change is possible.
His mission is to empower others with the knowledge, tools, and support they need to take control of their health and live their best lives.
“We’re here to help you feel better every day, so you naturally look better and live with more confidence and energy.”
Jocel Pagán-Ferrer, MD
Medical Director
Dr. Jocel Pagán-Ferrer is a distinguished physician, educator, and healthcare leader committed to helping patients achieve optimal health, vitality, and longevity through evidence-based, personalized medical care.
As Medical Director, Dr. Pagán-Ferrer brings over 15 years of clinical experience spanning emergency medicine, trauma critical care, surgical training, and preventive health. His diverse medical background allows him to deliver a comprehensive approach to wellness that addresses not only current health concerns but also the long-term factors that influence performance, aging, and quality of life.
Juliette Drexler, DNP, FNP-C
Medical
Dr. Juliette Drexler is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and Family Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of clinical experience spanning emergency medicine, pediatrics, and family practice. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to every patient she serves.
Dr. Drexler began her nursing career in 2014 as a registered nurse in the adult and pediatric emergency department after earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the prestigious University of Miami. Her passion for pediatric care led her to Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, where she worked in the pediatric emergency department from 2017 to 2021, gaining extensive experience in acute and critical care for some of the most vulnerable patients.
Meet our Nurses
Tami Figueroa, RN, BSN
Nurse
Is an experienced Registered Nurse certified in IV Therapy and Nutrition Coaching.
With a background in both pediatric and adult healthcare, she combines clinical expertise with a compassionate, wellness-focused approach.
Tami also holds current BLS, PALS, and NRP certifications, ensuring the highest level of patient care and safety.
Joyce Bernard, RN, BSN
Nurse
Has experience caring for patients across all stages of life in a variety of clinical settings, including ER, NICU, PICU and Medical-Surgical units. These diverse experiences have strengthened her ability to provide compassionate, high-quality care in both critical and routine healthcare environments.
Joyce felt a genuine calling to care for others. Compassion and empathy are at the heart of who she is. She is passionate about providing comfort, support, and reassurance to patients and their families during some of life’s most important moments. Her goal is to make a positive difference by delivering exceptional care with kindness, professionalism, and dedication.
Our Core Values
We Listen to Your Body
Your body is always communicating. We take the time to understand your needs and create treatments that truly make sense for you.
We Focus on How You Feel
Because real wellness isn’t just visible—it’s something you experience every day in your energy, clarity, and confidence.
We Believe in Long-Term Change
Quick fixes don’t last. We’re here to support you in building sustainable health, step by step.
We Personalize Everything
No generic protocols. Every treatment is designed around your lifestyle, your goals, and your reality.
We Care About Your Journey
You’re not just a client—you’re on a path. And we’re here to guide, support, and adjust along the way.
We Make Wellness Simple
Your focus should be living better, not figuring out complex health routines. We take care of the rest.
Our Mission
To empower our clients to achieve optimal health and body composition through high-quality nutrients, delivered via innovative and highly effective methods such as intravenous therapy and personalized health programs.
Our Vision
To become the leading choice in wellness and longevity solutions, recognized for technical excellence, convenience, and the ability to deliver sustainable transformations in vitality, confidence, and overall well-being.
Our Values
We uphold superior quality and rigorous medical protocols, delivering maximum effectiveness, daily convenience, and complete personalization for every client. We empower you to take full control of your health and well-being.
