ORLANDO FAMILY DOCTOR - Key Persons

Carl was born in Nashville, Tennessee where he lived the first ten years of his life. From an early age, Carl was bright and an extremely inquisitive young man. A trait that would serve him well all his life. He always wanted to know everything about the things around him and in the world as he saw it. Carl graduated in 1985 from KCMA with an Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology. Carl would then go on to receive a Bachelors Degree in Biology at The University of Dayton Ohio in 1987 and in 1990 got a Master of Science Degree in Microbiology and Immunology. He then became full-time facility at KCMA ultimately achieving Assistant Professor status before deciding to become a Physicians Assistant, completing that training in 1997. He has been working with Dr. David F. Cowan at Primary Care Specialists since June of 2006. Before that, he worked with several Osteopaths and has been trained on Osteopathic Manipulation and has considerable experience in Sports Medicine and Family Practice. His hobbies include sports and building computers. Carl believes the quality of care and compassion ALL patients should receive is paramount. He listens to his patients takes the time to provide 100% attention to Detail and Excellence in Health Care for all his patients everyday!

Dr. Cowan practices Internal Medicine and Pediatrics and is Board Certified in both specialists. As such, he brings exceptional training and experience to Orlando Family Doctor, Family Medicine Services for all age groups from newborn to Medicare since 1984. He graduated from the University of Florida College of Medicine and served internships and residencies at USF and UF. Dr. Cowan has served in numerous leadership roles in medical groups and at the Arnold Palmer Children's Hospital. He volunteers at local clinic's for the indigent. He enjoys golf, flying and family time.

Dr. Douglas Witter was born in Southern California and moved to Central Florida during High School. He graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's Degree in Biology. Prior to becoming an MD, he completed a Master of Science Degree in Public Health at the University of South Florida in Tampa. He graduated from the USF College of Medicine in 1994 and from the Florida Hospital Family Practice Residency in 1997. Besides office-based Family Practice, he also has experience in Emergency Room Fast Track and in Urgent Care settings. Dr. Witter has lived in several areas of the country, including the Northeast, Washington state, and Tennessee, but is happiest in the warm weather of Florida. He enjoys travelling, especially to National Parks, and going to local attractions such as Walt Disney World and the Space Center. Dr. Witter believes that every patient is unique and strives to develop treatment plans that fit each person individually.

Laura Mendoza, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant with a practice focus of preventive care, lifestyle modification, and quality of life. Mrs. Mendoza grew up in Orlando, received her Master's degree from Nova Southeastern University and attended both UCF and UF for her undergraduate degrees. She is an active member of the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Laura specializes in women's care, endocrine disorders such as diabetes and hypothyroidism, and mental health. Personally, she likes to spend her time gardening, offshore fishing, and spending time with her family.

Paul Hutschenreuter was born in LaCrosse Wisconsin and enjoyed working on the family farm. He moved to Michigan for Undergraduate Education and finished his Medical Education at Kettering College of Medical Arts in Dayton, Ohio. He has been practicing Medicine as a Physician Assistant for the past fifteen years and has experience in Family Practice, Sports Medicine and Orthopedics. His hobbies include football, cycling, golfing, playing the guitar and four wheeling.

Dr. Stapleton was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of North Florida in 2002, Dr Stapleton graduated from Ross University School of Medicine in 2008. She completed her Family Medicine residency in Albany, Georgia in 2012. Dr. Stapleton moved to Kissimmee, Florida and began practicing medicine in September 2012. She and her husband had their first child, a little boy, in March 2016. They enjoy going to the Disney parks and cruising. Dr. Stapleton joined Primary Care Specialists in September 2016. She feels that for optimum health, the patient and health care provider need to work as a team. Dr. Stapleton looks forward to partnering in your care and providing you with the best health care she possibly can.