I’m Dr. Cynthia Villacis, a family doctor with over 20 years of experience — and someone who’s walked many of the same health journeys as my patients. I’ve faced struggles with weight, blood sugar, stress, and sleep, and I know how frustrating it is to feel like you’re doing everything right and still not getting answers.

That’s why I created Health Connections DPC — to offer care that’s personal, judgment-free, and focused on the whole you. I take time to listen, look at root causes, and help you build a plan that fits your life. I also proudly serve a diverse, inclusive community — including immigrants, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Spanish-speaking families — with compassion and respect.

I completed my residency in Family Medicine in 2002 — the same year my second child was born — and I’ve spent over two decades helping people manage chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and obesity through a root-cause approach grounded in lifestyle medicine. I’m also board certified in addiction medicine and have a special interest in mental health, women’s health, and immigrant health.

For many years, I worked in a busy community health center. But I found that 10-15 minute visits weren’t enough to make the kind of meaningful impact I wanted — especially for patients dealing with stress, mood struggles, weight gain, or hormonal changes. That’s why I opened my own practice in 2017, offering longer visits, easier access, and more time to actually connect and care.

My practice is fully bilingual in English and Spanish. I learned Spanish while living in Ecuador as an exchange student in 1988 — where I also met my future husband. I’ve had a passion for working with immigrant families ever since, and I’m also a designated civil surgeon, providing USCIS I-693 immigration medical exams in a compassionate, low-stress environment.

Outside the office, I’m a proud mom of two grown kids, wife of 30+ years, and outdoor enthusiast. I enjoy kayaking, yoga, hiking, scuba diving, and exploring new places — and I strongly believe that joyful movement and adventure are possible at any size. I’ve been on my own journey with weight, metabolic health, and self-compassion, which fuels the care I offer my patients.

If you’re looking for a doctor who sees the full picture — body, mind, and lifestyle — and who truly takes the time to listen, I’d love to welcome you to Health Connections DPC.

🎓 Education & Training
Medical School: Wright State University School of Medicine (1999)

Residency: St. Elizabeth Family Medicine, Edgewood, KY (2002)

Undergraduate: Oberlin College, BA in Biology

High School: Sycamore High School, Montgomery, OH + Colegio Ambato, Ecuador (exchange year)

📜 Certifications

-Board Certified in Family Medicine

-Board Certified in Lifestyle Medicine

-Board Certified in Addiction Medicine

-Certified Life Coach (The Life Coach School) and additional training through WellCoaches

👥 Memberships

American Academy of Family Physicians

American College of Lifestyle Medicine

American Society of Addiction Medicine

Northern Kentucky Medical Society