Personal Quote

"As a woman, I know how important it is to choose health care practitioners who make you feel comfortable. That's why I'm proud to be a part of Women's Health Specialists. Every staff member takes the time to get to know you and explain all your options. It's high quality care you can trust."

Education

"I began my career in women's health care as a medical doctor in Mexico, gaining valuable experience with women's health care issues. I've had the opportunity to learn a great deal about complicated procedures, including the monitoring of high-risk pregnancies."

A.A. Nursing - Cerritos College School Nursing, 1992
Medical Doctor - School of Medicine of Mexicali, 1980
OB/GYN Nurse Practitioner - Women's Health Program, Harbor UCLA, 1993
B.A., Biological Science - College Institute of San Luis R.C. Son
Postgraduate Study - Genetics, Family Planning, Urology/Gynecologic Surgery Update

Contributions to Nursing

"When I trained at the UCLA Women's Health Program, I found many opportunities to learn and grow. I gained exposure to do many different types of medical care and patients from many different backgrounds, and the experience added to the knowledge I bring to patients today."

• Conducted AIDS education and counseling program.
• HIV testing for women
• Sexually transmitted disease
• High-risk pregnancies
• Teen pregnancy prevention
• Premenopause and menopause