Sofia comes to us from the Rio Grande Valley and brings 18 years of experience in Family Practice. She is fluent in English and Spanish. She is personable, a good listener and is focused on providing quality care for her patients. While in the valley, she focused on the treatment of diabetes, hypertension hypercholesterolemia, COPD, CAD and other diseases related to complications resulting from metabolic syndrome. She also has extensive practice in the area of pediatrics and adolescent medicine including well child/adolescent exams, screening sports physicals, and infant care and nutrition.
Sofia graduated from The University of Texas at Pan American with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and went on to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. She was certified by the NCCPA in 2004. During her undergraduate studies, Sofia served as a teacher’s assistant for introductory biology lab courses where she developed an interest in research. She has been involved in multiple ongoing studies related to the treatment of diabetes in obese patients under the age of 45.
Sofia is a grandmother and loves to spend her spare time spoiling her grandchildren. She loves to cook and is a dedicated wife and mother. Sofia gives God the glory for her many blessings.