Leslie Ann Banks

Dr. Leslie Ann Banks, DNP, ARNP, AGNP-C, is the founder and CEO of LaBanks Medical Services, a Direct Primary Care practice in Pembroke Pines, Florida. She emphasizes a patient‑first approach, offering affordable, high‑quality care without the complexities of insurance. Her DPC philosophy centers on personalized, preventive health, chronic disease management, and empowering patients through education and accessible care. Dr. Banks leverages telehealth, same‑day appointments, and a transparent membership model to ensure patients receive timely, comprehensive services.

With over a decade of experience, Dr. Banks began her nursing career in 2011 working in long‑term care and sub‑acute settings, where she discovered a passion for serving vulnerable populations. She earned her BSN (2017), MSN (2021), and Doctorate of Nursing Practice (2023) from Florida International University, focusing her doctoral research on obesity management education in primary care. Her clinical expertise includes adult medicine, preventive medicine, hormone therapy, and medical weight‑loss programs.