Ascend Concierge Medicine

10/18/2026

That's the takeaway from our newest 5-star review. 👇

A patient told us they were surprised by how thorough their visits with Dr. Esposito are.

Here's what stood out to them:

🩺 She listens. Really listens.
💬 She explains her recommendations in plain language, so you know the "why" behind every step
🥗 She looks beyond today's symptoms to lifestyle, nutrition, and prevention

This is what happens when your doctor isn't watching the clock. ⏳

At Ascend Concierge Medicine, longer, unhurried appointments are the foundation of our care, and they're what let us treat the whole person, not just the chief complaint.

📍 North Tampa
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10/15/2026

Hills I will die on as a primary care physician 🩺 ⛰️

After years of sitting across from patients, these are the five things I keep coming back to:

💪 Strength training is good at any age. Yes, even at 70. Especially at 70.

💊 Medicine isn't always the answer... but sometimes it is! Good care means knowing the difference.

😴 A full night of sleep goes a long way. And no, 4-5 hours doesn't count.

🥗 What you put in your body directly shapes your risk for disease. For better or for worse.

🩺 Preventive care is there for a reason. Don't wait for something to go wrong before you pay attention.

Today is a good day to start.

Not Monday.

Not January.

Today. ✨

Ready for care that's built around you?

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10/10/2026

Is BMI outdated? 🤔

Short answer: it's incomplete.

BMI (a height-to-weight ratio) is still used by major health organizations, and it can help flag obesity in many patients.

But it has real blind spots:

💪 It can mislabel fit people. Someone with a muscular build can land in the "overweight" category even when they're in great shape.

🔍 It can't see visceral fat. This is the fat around your organs. It's an independent risk factor for many health issues, and it can be present even in slender builds.

A number on a scale was never the whole story.

As more people pick up strength training and take charge of their health, we need better tools to measure what's really going on, like body composition and other health indicators that show the bigger picture.

At Ascend Concierge Medicine, we look at the whole you.

We personalize our approach for every member because your health goals aren't one-size-fits-all. ✨

📞 Call 813-859-7260 to see how Dr. Monica Esposito can help you surpass your health goals and live your best life.

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10/07/2026

🥤🚴‍♀️ We pedaled. We blended. We sipped.

Thank you to Corbett Preparatory School of IDS and Wishing Well Works for including Ascend Concierge Medicine in today's health fair! 💛 We loved meeting so many of our neighbors and talking about their health goals.

We also snuck away to try the smoothie cycle, where you pedal to power the blender and then drink your workout. 🍓 Smoothie made, exercise done, and a lot of laughing along the way.

Wellness doesn't have to feel like a chore. It can be fun. ✨

Ascend Concierge Medicine
📞 813-859-7260
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10/03/2026

In October, we wear pink. 💗 💅

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so it's the perfect time to take your breast health seriously.

💗 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. It's the most common cancer in women after skin cancer.
💗 Have insurance? Screening mammograms are generally covered well.
💗 No insurance? Discounted screenings can start as low as $75, so cost doesn't have to be the barrier.

Early detection saves lives. Book the screening.

Need help figuring out when you're due or where to go?
Call us at 813-859-7260 or visit ascendconciergemedicine.com.

09/30/2026

You deserve to feel heard at the doctor's office. 💛

With some of the stories in the news right now, we want to remind our community that Ascend Concierge Medicine is a safe space.

If you've experienced trauma, whether recently or long ago, you deserve to feel calm, welcome, and heard when you see your doctor.

A trauma-informed physician can be the difference between brushing off symptoms and getting help when you need it most.

At Ascend, Dr. Monica Esposito:

🌿 Manages anxiety and depression routinely

🌿 Collaborates with psychiatry colleagues on PTSD, ADHD, and bipolar disorder

🌿 Takes the time to listen, because your mental and physical health are connected

You don't have to carry it alone.

If you or someone you love needs a doctor who supports both mental and physical wellbeing, call to schedule a free consultation with Dr. Esposito.

📞 813-859-7260
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📍 15436 N. Florida Ave., Suite 170, North Tampa

09/26/2026

👩‍⚕️ Local spotlight: Tampa Bay's women physicians are building a community that medicine has been missing for too long. 👇

WTSP just featured the rise of Women Physicians of Tampa Bay — a growing sisterhood of local doctors supporting each other, sharing their stories, and reshaping what leadership in medicine looks like.

At Ascend Concierge Medicine, we're proud to see our own Dr. Monica Esposito, D.O. part of this movement — because representation in healthcare isn't just a headline, it's who's showing up for patients every day. 💫

📖 Read the full feature: https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/health/building-a-sisterhood-in-medicine-inside-the-rise-of-women-physicians-of-tampa-bay/67-d301b115-5d39-4b1f-bf49-99e8eed5483d

Know a woman physician doing incredible work in Tampa Bay? Tag her below 👇

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What began as a small circle of friends turned into a powerful movement uniting nearly 500 female doctors across every medical specialty in Tampa Bay.

09/23/2026

💙 September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Have you had "the talk" with your doctor yet? 👇

About 1 in 8 men (roughly 12-13%) will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.

The good news is that a little preparation goes a long way. 👇

✅ Ages 50-55: most average-risk men should start the screening conversation

✅ Higher risk? Family history or other risk factors may mean starting sooner

✅ Good news: the dreaded digital re**al exam is no longer universally recommended for screening. It can start with a simple conversation with your P*P and possibly a PSA blood test

Knowing your risk is the first step, and it starts with a conversation.

At Ascend Concierge Medicine, your health is our priority. Our appointments are unhurried, so you get real answers and a plan that fits you. 🩺

📞 Call 813-859-7260
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09/17/2026

✨ Golden years not feeling so golden? ✨

Fatigue.

Aches that linger.

A doctor's visit that feels rushed before it even starts.

Sound familiar?

At Ascend Concierge Medicine, we believe your later years deserve more than a 10-minute checkup and a prescription refill.

🩺 We dig deeper, assessing your personal health risks to help you optimize longevity, not just manage symptoms.

🥗 We focus on lifestyle, not just pills: nutrition, movement, and daily habits that actually move the needle.

🤝 We coordinate seamlessly with your specialists, so nothing falls through the cracks.

This is healthcare that has time for you.

Because getting older shouldn't mean settling for less attention; it should mean more.

📍 North Tampa | 📞 813-859-7260
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Schedule your complimentary meet-and-greet with Dr. Esposito today.

09/15/2026

🫁 VO2 Max: What Is It? 👇

You may have heard of VO2 max in relation to elite athletic training, but did you know it's also one of the strongest independent predictors of all-cause mortality and longevity? 😲

VO2 max is the maximum volume of oxygen your body can use during exercise.

It reflects cardiopulmonary efficiency, and a high VO2 max is strongly associated with:

✅ Reduced incidence of chronic disease
✅ Improved longevity
✅ Greater overall vitality

The good news?

Although VO2 max naturally declines with age, you can train and improve it. 💪

At Ascend Concierge Medicine, preventative health is central to how we practice. Tests like VO2 max help guide your personalized path to wellness, not just react when something's wrong.

Ready to see where you stand?

Call and schedule your free consultation to start your path to your healthiest life.

📞 813-859-7260
🌐 ascendconciergemedicine.com
📍 North Tampa, FL