Welcome to purevida primary care & wellness
Meet Our Providers
Our board-certified providers deliver high-quality primary care and wellness services with a focus on clear communication, clinical expertise, and patient centered support.
Dr. Said Awad, MD, MBA
Board-Certified Internal Medicine Physician
Dr. Said Awad, MD, MBA, is a board-certified internal medicine physician with more than twelve years of clinical experience and a well-respected reputation as a leader in patient care, medical education, and community service.
A Tampa native, Dr. Awad brings a personal commitment to caring for the community that shaped him, offering a style of practice rooted in compassion, clear communication, and long-term patient relationships.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of South Florida and completed his Doctor of Medicine at the AUA College of Medicine, graduating with honors.
He then completed his Internal Medicine residency with the University of South Florida at HCA Florida Brandon Hospital, where his passion for leadership and teaching began to grow.
Dr. Awad also holds a Master of Business Administration in General Management and Healthcare Administration from Plymouth State University.
Dr. Awad currently serves as the Program Director for an Internal Medicine Residency Program and holds academic appointments as a Core Faculty Member and Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida.
More about Dr. Said Awad
·
More about Dr. Said Awad ·
Fluent in English and Arabic, he has cared for a diverse patient population and is well-versed in preventive, acute, and chronic care. Patients know him for his open communication style, his unrushed visits, and his commitment to building meaningful, long-term patient-provider relationships.
In addition to internal medicine, Dr. Awad provides aesthetic medicine services and offers Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT), expanding his clinical scope to support patient confidence, wellness, and overall vitality.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Awad enjoys traveling, exploring new foods, fishing, staying active through mixed martial arts, exercise, weightlifting, and spending time outdoors.
His personal dedication to balance and wellbeing reflects the same Pure Life philosophy he encourages in his patients.
Yusra Awad, APRN, FNP-BC
Board-Certified family nurse practitioner
Yusra Awad, APRN, FNP-BC, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing patient-centered and evidence-based care in both primary care and aesthetic medicine. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from the University of Holy Cross, followed by her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing from the University of South Florida, graduating with honors in both programs.
Yusra began her nursing career in a complex medical-surgical unit, where she developed a strong clinical foundation caring for patients with a wide range of health needs. This experience supports her work in wellness and aesthetics, where she emphasizes safety, natural enhancement, and individualized treatment planning. She is trained and certified in Botox, dermal fillers, microneedling, PRP therapy, PDO threads, chemical peels, and a variety of advanced aesthetic treatments.
More about Yusra Awad
·
More about Yusra Awad ·
Known for her gentle communication style and thorough clinical approach, Yusra is passionate about helping patients feel confident in their health and appearance. She blends her knowledge of internal medicine with her aesthetic expertise to create personalized treatment experiences that support long-term wellness.
Fluent in English and Arabic, she is dedicated to delivering care that is compassionate, detail-oriented, and centered around each patient’s goals.
Outside of her professional work, Yusra enjoys traveling, reading, spending time with her family, and learning about the latest innovations in skincare and aesthetic medicine.
She also spends quality time with her family and volunteers with the Girl Scouts of the USA. Her motivation, compassion, and dedication to service shape her approach to patient care, ensuring every individual feels valued, understood, and genuinely supported.
Yusra and her husband, Dr. Said Awad, have enjoyed more than ten years of marriage and teamwork while raising three amazing children. Together, they are passionate about bringing something meaningful and beneficial to their community, with the goal of creating a space that delivers exceptional care, comfort, and long lasting wellness for every individual who walks through their doors.
The Meaning Behind PureVida
[ pyoo reh vee dah ] NOUN
The name PureVida comes from the Spanish phrase “Pura Vida" which means Pure Life. It reflects everything good such as balance, peace, joy and connection. More than a name it is a way of living that values wellness in every form from physical health to emotional wellbeing.
With compassion, respect, and genuine care guiding every visit, PureVida Primary Care and Wellness helps each person live a pure life that is healthy, confident, and whole.
Care that helps you live the Pure Life
Join a membership-based practice where compassionate care, transparent pricing, and convenience come together to support your total well-being.