ABOUT US
Garry Macasaet Guce, MD
Garry Macasaet Guce, MD, MBA, is an accomplished Medical Director at La Rima Medical. His extensive experience spans roles as a Board-Certified Hospitalist, Medical Director, Entrepreneur, Educator, and Medical Consultant. Holding an MBA in Healthcare, he brings deep insight into the healthcare industry, distinguishing him as a Physician Leader and Medical Director.
Dr. Guce’s expertise includes Chronic Disease Management, geriatrics, pharmaceuticals, Mental Health, and more. Proficient in acute care within hospital and ICU settings, he aligns seamlessly with La Rima Medical’s Integrated Care Model, dedicated to community well-being and patient health.
Guided by the humanitarian essence of medicine, Dr. Guce adeptly combines art and science to elevate patients’ well-being. His compassionate, patient-centered approach reflects a profound sense of purpose. Dr. Guce acknowledges his limitations, viewing mistakes as stepping stones for personal growth, responding to setbacks with grace and resilience.
From humble beginnings, his unwavering mission is “to help patients entrusted to my care.” His entrepreneurial spirit, rooted in a family history of business success, fuels his commitment to ethical practice. Dr. Guce’s ownership of a private medical practice and an MBA in Healthcare from the prestigious Jack Welch Management Institute further enrich his experience. He consistently pursues excellence, maintains ethical standards, and enhances the healthcare experience for La Rima Medical’s patients.
Angel Dela Rima, NP
Angel Dela Rima is a nurse practitioner and owner of La Rima Medical Skin & Body.
Angel is an advanced practice registered nurse who is committed to establishing strong relationships with her patients, providing individualized care, and fostering a positive environment. She appreciates getting to know each individual and learning how their health concerns impact their daily lives, so she can create an effective care plan that fits their lifestyle. She is most enthusiastic about health promotion, disease prevention, lifestyle modifications, and optimizing health to assist patients in preserving their quality of life.
Angel enjoys yoga, walking, and eating a nutritious diet to maintain her health. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, cooking, and visiting farmer’s markets with her husband and children.
Angel earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Georgetown University and a master’s degree in Nursing with honors from the United States University. As a family nurse practitioner, she has received certification from both the American Nurses Credentialing Center and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Michael Dela Rima, RN
Michael Dela Rima is a compassionate and well-organized Registered Nurse with more than 22 years of professional experience. He specializes in providing complex critical nursing care to adult patients in the Intensive Care Unit. He was recognized for providing exceptional quality service during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Michael is a firm believer in listening to and collaborating with patients to help them attain their overall health objectives. He embraces spending time with his patients to develop genuine relationships and trust. His goal is to empower his patients so that they understand their health and health goals and can make the best decisions for themselves.
He realizes that each person is unique and comes from a variety of cultural backgrounds, so he seeks to actively listen and grasp the wellness goals that are important to them. He is committed to providing compassionate and tailored care by educating patients and practicing evidence-based nursing.
Michael likes to be as active as possible to stay healthy and works out daily with weight lifting and high-intensity interval training. Outside of work, he is the family chef and enjoys visiting the farmers market with his wife and children.
Mission
At La Rima Medical, our mission is to redefine primary care by providing a comprehensive, integrative approach to wellness. Our focus is on offering specialized programs designed to address individual health needs, including integrative weight loss programs for sustainable weight management, integrative diabetes care for diabetes prevention and management, advanced skin rejuvenation and Botox treatments for aesthetic and therapeutic purposes, and vitamin injectables to support overall health and vitality. We are dedicated to empowering our patients with personalized, innovative healthcare solutions that combine the best of conventional medicine and holistic therapies. Our goal is to improve health outcomes, enhance well-being, and support our patients in achieving and maintaining optimal health.
Vision
At La Rima Medical, our vision is to be at the forefront of transforming healthcare by seamlessly integrating primary care with specialized wellness services. We envision a future where every individual has access to personalized, holistic healthcare solutions that not only address immediate health concerns but also proactively support long-term well-being and disease prevention. Through our dedication to innovation, excellence, and compassionate care, we aim to inspire a healthier, more vibrant community by setting new standards in healthcare delivery. Our commitment to empowering individuals through education, innovative treatments, and integrative care programs will pave the way for a new era of wellness, where optimal health is within everyone’s reach.
Because we believe when you look good, you feel good.