Meet the Colorectal Team

The Colorectal Center Care team includes a full spectrum of specialists who are available to consult in the child’s care during clinics, depending on individual needs, ensuring that all aspects of the child’s care are addressed and eliminating the need for multiple separate appointments and consults. This collaborative care team provides comprehensive diagnosis, appropriate treatment and protocol-based management. 

Juan L Calisto, MD

Director, Colorectal Center

Primary Office: Miami

Practice Name: Miami Associates in Pediatric Surgery, PA

Additional Offices: Aventura, Miami

Clinical Interests: Robotic surgery, colorectal diseases.


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Yesica Peraza, MSN, RN, CPN, CCRN

Patient Navigator, Colorectal Center

Yesica Peraza is a patient navigator within the Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Colorectal Center. She completed a master’s degree in nursing education at Capella University.

Mrs. Peraza began her nursing career at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital as a float pool nurse, several intensive care unit settings, including the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).

As a nurse navigator, Mrs. Peraza coordinates care for patients and families undergoing a range of surgical procedures and exams, offering support, timely information, and resources to achieve the best possible care outcomes. Mrs. Peraza can help you and your child navigate the complexities of their colorectal diagnosis, appointments, education and more. Her clinical interests are centered around providing exceptional care coordination for patients and their families.

Call the Patient Navigator: 786-624-2745


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