Her mission to help parents raise stronger and healthier kids was the main reason for her departure from the traditional medicine model and the start of her concierge practice.
Paola, originally from Colombia, arrived in the USA at the age of 16. Her strong work ethic and determination were evident from an early age. At the age of 17, she began attending college full-time with a clear goal in mind: to provide care for children. Paola completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Shenandoah University in 2008 and obtained her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of South Alabama in 2017.
Paola, originally from Colombia, arrived in the USA at the age of 16. Her strong work ethic and determination were evident from an early age. At the age of 17, she began attending college full-time with a clear goal in mind: to provide care for children. Paola completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Shenandoah University in 2008 and obtained her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of South Alabama in 2017.
Paola worked for 12 years at the local children’s hospital. During her time there, she dedicated 7 years to pediatric cardiology, where she acquired extensive experience and knowledge from top specialists around the world. Following that, she spent 4 years gaining primary care experience. Additionally, Paola has past experience in interventional radiology, intensive care, and sedation for both adults and children. Since 2019, her primary focus has been on providing exceptional primary care with a particular passion for pediatrics.
Paola worked for 12 years at the local children’s hospital. During her time there, she dedicated 7 years to pediatric cardiology, where she acquired extensive experience and knowledge from top specialists around the world. Following that, she spent 4 years gaining primary care experience. Additionally, Paola has past experience in interventional radiology, intensive care, and sedation for both adults and children. Since 2019, her primary focus has been on providing exceptional primary care with a particular passion for pediatrics.
Paola completed training as a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI®) at the International Loving Touch Foundation. This certification enabled her to lead infant massage classes at the local children’s hospital for many years. Paola is deeply passionate about teaching others, and she has had the privilege of mentoring and instructing nurse practitioner students and pediatric residents during her previous role.
Paola completed training as a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI®) at the International Loving Touch Foundation. This certification enabled her to lead infant massage classes at the local children’s hospital for many years. Paola is deeply passionate about teaching others, and she has had the privilege of mentoring and instructing nurse practitioner students and pediatric residents during her previous role.
After completing her specialization in Pediatric Primary Care in 2017, Paola obtained national certification as a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care (CPNP-PC) from the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB). Additionally, she has qualified as an Autonomous Practice Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) through the Florida Department of Health. Paola actively participates as a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP). She has been interviewed multiple times by local news stations and has collaborated on various radio segment programs in South Florida.
After completing her specialization in Pediatric Primary Care in 2017, Paola obtained national certification as a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care (CPNP-PC) from the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB). Additionally, she has qualified as an Autonomous Practice Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) through the Florida Department of Health. Paola actively participates as a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP). She has been interviewed multiple times by local news stations and has collaborated on various radio segment programs in South Florida.
As a certified life coach, Paola has discovered a passion for educating parents on how to provide the best care for their children. Her mission, to assist parents in raising stronger and healthier kids, was the primary motivation for her departure from the traditional medical model and the establishment of her concierge practice. Her goal is to promote the health and well-being of children by addressing all aspects of their physical, mental, and spiritual health.
As a certified life coach, Paola has discovered a passion for educating parents on how to provide the best care for their children. Her mission, to assist parents in raising stronger and healthier kids, was the primary motivation for her departure from the traditional medical model and the establishment of her concierge practice. Her goal is to promote the health and well-being of children by addressing all aspects of their physical, mental, and spiritual health.
My Qualifications:
Board certification by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board.
Completion of the Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner specialty at the University of South Alabama.
Approval for autonomous practice by The Florida Board of Nursing and Florida Department of Health.
Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI®) by International Loving Touch Foundation.
Life coach certification by Universidad Iberoamericana de Liderazgo (UNILID).
Provider, Pediatric Advanced Life Support.
Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization.
Member of the NAPNAP (National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners).
Poster Presentations
June 2015 Abstract- Efficacy of chloral hydrate vs. pentobarbital in oral sedation for transthoracic echocardiography, a retrospective review. Sherrie Joy A. Baysa, Elizabeth Welch, Jason Katz, Evelio Velis, Paola Garcia-Herreros, Cindy Martínez, Marilyn Torres, Juan Bolívar
National Recognitions
June 15, 2023 Paola was honored by the United States Congress with a Certificate of Special Recognition for the valuable contribution she has made to the community.
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