Celebrating National Nurse Practitioner Week
Celebrating National Nurse Practitioner Week
Published: November 17, 2023
Nurse Practitioner Week is a time to acknowledge and appreciate the vital role that nurse practitioners play in healthcare. Nurse practitioners are advanced practice registered nurses who are trained to provide a wide range of healthcare services, including diagnosing and treating illnesses, prescribing medications, and managing overall patient care. They often work independently or collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. Their importance in healthcare lies in their ability to improve access to primary care, promote health education, and contribute to better patient outcomes through their expertise and compassionate approach to care.
At Texas Pain Experts, we are proud of our team of Nurse Practitioners who work diligently to help patients restore their quality of life and assist in their journey to finding pain relief.
Meet Our Team
Anel Parker, RN, FNP-BC
Anel received her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio and joined Dr. Martinez’s team that same year. Anel enjoys traveling or hiking with her family when she’s not at work.
Alexis Jimenez-Davila, RN, FNP-BC
Alexis earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at El Paso and has been a nurse since 2006.
Jacqueline Ramierz, RN, FNP-BC
Jacqueline received her Master of Science in Nursing through Walden University. She has performed clinical work in San Antonio and the Rio Grande valley since becoming a nurse in 2009.
Erica Glasper, RN, NP-C
Erica earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas Health Science Center in 2016. Before this, she worked as a pediatric nurse.
Molly Trevino, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Before becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2020, Molly worked as a registered nurse for over 20 years in Labor and Delivery, Cardiology, and Hospice. She enjoys exercise and spending time with her family and friends.
Angelica Aguilar, MSN, RN, APRN, FNP-BC
Angelica has been a nurse for over 20 years, receiving her Master of Science from the University of Texas Health Science Center in 2005. She loves traveling and spending time with her family.
Margaret Shaw, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC
Margaret has been in the medical field for over 20 years. Her early years were spent as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse, and Certified Operating Room Nurse. In 2018, she became a Nurse Practitioner. She loves the beach and reading a good book in her spare time.
Tomas Chapa, FNP-BC
Tomas is the newest addition to Texas Pain Experts. He received his Master of Science from Texas A&M International University. In his free time, he enjoys adventure and taking trips with his fiancée.
Join us in celebrating the hard work and dedication our Nurse Practitioners provide to our practice. Texas Pain Experts is a better place because of our team.
