Patricia A. Rodriguez M.d.

Patricia A. Rodriguez, M.D. has an extensive work experience in the healthcare sector. Patricia A. currently holds the position of Chief Medical Officer at North Texas Area Community Health Center, Inc. where they provide clinical leadership, ensures compliance, develops care models, and contributes to recruitment and retention of medical staff. Prior to this role, they served as the Interim Chief Medical Officer & Director of Pediatrics at the same organization.

Dr. Rodriguez also has a significant background at Children's Health, where they held various leadership positions. As Vice President and Chief Health Equity & Inclusion Officer, they spearheaded strategies and initiatives for pediatric health equity. Patricia A. also served as Vice President & Medical Director, Multicultural Community Health & Health Equity, and Vice President & Medical Director, Hispanic Health Initiative, where they developed strategies and frameworks to improve health outcomes for Hispanic children and their families.

In addition, Dr. Rodriguez has academic experience at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) as Adjunct Assistant Professor and participated in research activities, co-authored publications, and provided practicum opportunities to students. Patricia A. also served as a Clinical Volunteer Faculty/Attending Physician at UT Southwestern Medical Center.

Earlier in their career, Dr. Rodriguez worked as an attending physician and Director of Pediatrics at Vecino Health Centers, overseeing clinic operations and ensuring integration of medical, behavioral health, and dental services. Patricia A. has also held positions as a Lecturer at Methodist Health System, a Staff Physician at Town Center Pediatrics, and a Staff Physician at Texas Children's Pediatric Associates.

Overall, Patricia A. Rodriguez, M.D. has a diverse and extensive background in clinical leadership, health equity, pediatrics, and academia.

Patricia A. Rodriguez, M.D. has a comprehensive education history, as follows:

From 2021 to 2024, Patricia pursued a Healthcare Management Executive Master's in Business Administration at The University of Texas at Dallas. Their field of study during this program focused on Business Administration, Management, and Operations.

In 2018 and 2019, Patricia attended the Disparities Solution Center. Although the field of study is unspecified in the provided information, they completed the Disparities Leadership Program.

In 1999, Patricia enrolled at The University of Texas Medical School at Houston. Over the course of four years, from 1999 to 2003, they obtained their Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree with a specialization in Pediatrics.

Prior to medical school, Patricia attended Texas A&M University from 1995 to 1998. During their time at Texas A&M, they achieved a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree with a major in Biology.

Additionally, Patricia has acquired several certifications throughout their career. In 2007, they obtained their Board Certification in Pediatrics from the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP). In 2006, they earned certification from the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas Medical Board, granting their a DEA License, DPS endorsement, and a Texas Medical License, respectively.

Furthermore, Patricia obtained two life support certifications in 2003 from Children's Health. These certifications include Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

Based on the provided information, no strong assumptions can be made beyond Patricia's education history and certifications.